Diploma in Sports Nutrition and Management at University of Zululand

The Diploma of Nutrition produces advocates for promoting optimal health by applying the foundational knowledge of what it means to be healthy and the role of food in health by communicating this to the community as a Nutritional Advisor.

Admission to University of Zululand

The first step when applying for admission at the University is deciding on the qualification you wish to obtain.

Upon acceptance, depending on the chosen course, you are then admitted to one of the institution’s four faculties.

Entry Requirement

Your application will only be considered for admission if you qualify and meet the faculty requirements.

NOTE: Meeting the minimum admission requirements only means that you are eligible for selection, NOT that you will necessarily be accepted.

Min Admission Points

NSC-Dip with at least 26 points, a pass of at least 40% (level 3) in four recognized
NCS 20-credit subjects, at least 40% (level 3) for English as First Additional Language or at least 50% (level 4) for English as Home Language.

What can you do with a sports nutrition degree?

Working with sporting teams.

Working with individual athletes in private practice (registered dietitian)

Assisting with food provision for athletes.

What is the highest paying job in nutrition?

Clinical dietitian.

Health and wellness manager.

Public health nurse.

Food technologist.

Regulatory specialist.

Biologist.

Epidemiologist.

Naturopath.

Sports Nutrition and Management Salary in South Africa

The average pay for a Sports Dietitian is ZAR 238,113 a year and ZAR 114 an hour in Witbank, South Africa.

The average salary range for a Sports Dietitian is between ZAR 168,582 and ZAR 298,073.