College of Health Sciences

A bachelor degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics is the application of the science of food and nutrition to the prevention and treatment of disease and promotion of health.

Undergraduate

BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Type
Undergraduate
Credit Hours
130
Duration
4 years
4 -- 4
Language
English
Study mode
Full Time
Intake
Spring, Fall
Delivery mode
Day
Campuses
Abu Dhabi, Al Ain

The BSc food nutrition and dietetics program is people-oriented, science-focused, and evidence-based.

About the program

Clinical nutrition is one of the primary disciplines associated with a human nutrition and dietetics degree. The qualification offers itself to a variety of professional posts, including:

  • Working as a dietician or nutritionist in a hospital, health clinic, company and fitness center
  • Working as a public health nutritionist (Community Nutrition). This work can include the treatment of certain nutritional deficiencies, malnutrition, and certain disease at the community level, such as those caused by a lack of Vitamin A and iodine and preventing and managing diabetes. Students can work in international Organizations such as WHO, UNICEF.
  • Working as a sports nutritionist - For those working in the sports field, the correct uptake of vitamins, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates can be crucial to maintaining and improving an athlete's nutritional health. Moreover, proper nutrition is crucial for athletes to lose weight or gain muscles. For professional athletes selecting the right amount and type of carbohydrate, fat protein is crucial to increase the performance. Therefore, those who achieve a human nutrition and dietetics qualification from Abu Dhabi University can work as nutritional coaches in various environments.
  • Working in food science - With a degree in human nutrition and dietetics, graduates can enjoy a career in the food industry, from evaluating and assessing the nutritional content of commercial-grade food to working with companies that require the services of professional nutritionists, such as those working with athletes. Moreover, our graduates can learn more in the scientific regulatory affairs department where they will design the Nutrition facts and write and regulate the functional and nutritional claims.

In addition to the traditional paths associated with a degree in human nutrition and dietetics from Abu Dhabi University, there are further avenues that graduates may wish to pursue. These include:

  • Catering management
  • Work as a professional chef
  • Work as a dietician
  • Health services management
  • Herbalism and holistic dietetic advice
  • Personal training
  • Private nutrition clinic
  • Nutritional counsellor

While a degree in nutrition and dietetics from Abu Dhabi University might seem very specialized, there are countless industries where this qualification is advantageous. While you might find that you have defined plans before you undertake the course, be prepared to discover other avenues in which your degree can be applied.

To become a dietitian or nutritionist in the UAE, you will need a degree in nutrition and dietetics. This gives students a deep insight into specific specialist disciplines, including promoting a healthy diet, preventing diseases, viruses, and food-borne conditions, and the relationship between human health and what we eat. The ADU Nutrition and Dietetics program is unique in that we offer our students 1440 hours of hospital practicum including, Food Service Management, Clinical Nutrition, and Community Nutrition

To apply to become a dietitian or nutritionist in the UAE, you will typically require a minimum of five years of work experience in your chosen field.

A qualification in human nutrition and dietetics offers a broad range of opportunities. While there are several obvious career paths, others might be less obvious. These include:

  • Working as a researcher within academic and learning institutions
  • Working within the field of public health
  • Pursuing a career as a teacher
  • Working within the field of clinical nutrition

As a highly regarded and internationally recognized program, the BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from Abu Dhabi University requires a significant commitment. For this four-year program that offers 130 credits, applicants can ensure that they submit their forms in time for processing by checking our website. In addition, with various payment options available, your financial status does not need to be a barrier to achieving a life-changing qualification.

This program is a professional qualification recognized across the globe. Learning to translate what you have studied into practical advice, you will be equipped and ready to delve into a range of personal, professional, and specialist situations.

A qualification in human dietetics and nutrition counts as a medical requirement in areas where expertise, knowledge, and real-world abilities are required. While many choose to use their newfound credentials for personal use, they are widely accepted in the area of public health.

Technically not a medical course, the BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics offered by Abu Dhabi University covers all the groundwork required to provide a professional and educated opinion on a range of subjects.

Although it does not deal with the body as a whole, this degree provides the insight, information, and know-how to be the foundation of a successful career.

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