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 Title | Range |
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Job Title: Dietitian | Range: R219k – R367k (Estimated *) |
Finance Manager | Range: R200k – R758k (Estimated *) |
High School Teacher | Range: R90k – R348k (Estimated *) |
Registered Dietitian | Range: 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.