Program Overview

Introduction to the Eating Disorders and Clinical Nutrition MSc

The Eating Disorders and Clinical Nutrition MSc is a unique graduate program designed for professionals seeking to work in the eating disorders field at a high level. This qualification appeals to clinicians and scientists wishing to provide treatment, develop services, and conduct research in this field.

Program Overview

The course is available for study full-time over one year or part-time over two years. It provides knowledge and skills in the classification, aetiology, epidemiology, and risk for eating disorders, exploring the physical and psychiatric assessment and treatment of eating disordered patients of different ages, sexes, and ethnic groups. The program also concentrates on management and service development in the eating disorders field.

Teaching and Learning

Teaching includes a variety of methods, such as practical approaches, research methods, seminars, tutorials, and clinical observation sessions at eating disorders treatment centers. MSc students complete an independent research project, usually with a supervisor from UCL or a suitable qualified external supervisor.

Entry Requirements

• A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a biological science, medical or healthcare discipline, including psychology, from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
• English language requirements: The English language level for this course is Level 1.

Equivalent Qualifications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website. International applicants can find out the equivalent qualification for their country by selecting from the provided list.

Course Structure

Full-Time

• First term: Fundamentals of Nutrition and Metabolism, Practical Nutrition Assessment, Experimental Design and Research Methods, Eating Disorders: Clinical Science.
• Second term: Disease and Disordered Eating, Therapeutic Aspects of Clinical Nutrition, Malnutrition in the Community, Eating Disorders: Management.
• Third term: Research project.

Part-Time

• Year 1: Fundamentals of Nutrition and Metabolism, Eating Disorders: Clinical Science, Therapeutic Aspects of Clinical Nutrition, Eating Disorders: Management.
• Year 2: Practical Nutrition Assessment, Experimental Design and Research Methods, Disease and Disordered Eating, Malnutrition in the Community, Research project.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

• UK students: Ł18,400 (full-time), Ł9,200 (part-time).
• International students: Ł39,200 (full-time), Ł19,600 (part-time).

Additional Costs

• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance check.
• International students may incur costs for certification equivalent to DBS in their home country.
• Travel costs for attending campus.

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program can pursue a diverse range of careers, including clinical positions in eating disorders or clinical nutrition services, research, and service provision and development in eating disorders. The program provides a significant advantage when applying for senior positions in these units or pursuing a doctorate in the field of eating disorders.

Accreditation

This MSc is registered with the Association for Nutrition, allowing graduates to apply for direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) as Registered Associate Nutritionists.

Conclusion

The Eating Disorders and Clinical Nutrition MSc at UCL offers a comprehensive education in eating disorders and clinical nutrition, preparing graduates for careers in treatment, research, and service development. With its unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, this program is ideal for clinicians, scientists, and professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the field of eating disorders.