Bachelor of Science in Dietetics at University of Northwest

Bachelor of Science in dietetics is a profession that applies the science of food and nutrition for the purpose of promoting the health and development of individuals, groups, communities, and populations.

Requirement

Mathematics level 4

Physical Science at level 4

Academic paper selection & Interview

Applications close 30 June

Late applications will be considered on merit

DURATION: 4 years

Job Opportunities

Private sector

Food Industry

Food service Management Consultant or Representative for Pharmaceutical Firms

Private Hospitals

Gymnasiums

Mining

Media Services

Fast Food Firms

Health Care

Pharmaceutical Industry

Private Hospitals

Private Practice.

Is it hard to become a dietitian?

Nutrition and Dietetics is an incredibly hard, and science-based degree.

You have to work hard to get through it as you can’t fake it. If you’re not good at science or maths, be prepared to get a tutor to help you and work hard. Nutrition has a really high dropout rate because it’s so hard.

Bachelor of Science (BS / BSc), Dietetics Jobs by Salary

Job TitleRange
Job Title: DietitianRange: R219k – R367k (Estimated *)
Finance ManagerRange: R200k – R758k (Estimated *)
High School TeacherRange: R90k – R348k (Estimated *)
Registered DietitianRange: R212k – R386k (Estimated *)

What subjects are needed to become a dietitian in South Africa?

If studying dietetics as an undergraduate programme, admission requirements include a National Senior Certificate, with Mathematics and Physical Sciences. Some institutions also require Life Sciences, so check the admission requirements at the university you are interested in to be sure you meet the requirements.