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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Human Nutrition and Dietetics - MSc
Course Details
The MSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics is a graduate-entry programme designed for students with a background in biochemistry and physiology. This programme combines academic learning with over 1,000 hours of supervised placement, giving students hands-on experience in hospitals, public health, and clinical environments.
Brief Description
The programme is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical experience needed to work in a wide range of healthcare and community settings. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to register as dietitians with CORU and work in Ireland or internationally.
Programme Content
- Year 1:
- Autumn Semester:
- Nutrition Communication and Education (CT6071)
- Preparation for Practice Education (PR6031)
- Food and Nutrition throughout life (CT6051)
- Dietetic Assessment and Practice (CT6061)
- Food Science & Food Skills (FT6001)
- Spring Semester:
- Food Service Theory and Practice (CT6062)
- Research Methods for Education and Health Sciences (ES6002)
- Medical Nutrition Therapy (CT6072)
- Nutritional Epidemiology and Translational Research Methods (FT6002)
- Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics A (CT6082)
- Summer Semester:
- Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics B (CT6003)
- Clinical Placement 1 (CT6013)
- Research Project 1 (CT6023)
- Autumn Semester:
- Year 2:
- Autumn Semester:
- Research Project 2 (CT6041)
- Public Health & Community Nutrition (CT6053)
- Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics C (CT6033)
- Community Led Placement (CT6063)
- Spring Semester:
- Innovation in Management for Health & Social Care (CT6042)
- Research Project 3 (CT6032)
- Engaging through Complexity (PPP2) (CT6052)
- Clinical Placement 2 (CT6004)
- Autumn Semester:
Entry Requirements
- Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8), with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2).
- The primary or postgraduate degree should have included modules in Biochemistry and Human Physiology.
- Garda clearance is required.
- International students: For details on country-specific qualifications, visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students.
- If English is not the first language, an IELTS score of 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any component is required.
Fees
- EU: €14,200 per annum
- Non-EU: €26,300 per annum
- Year 2 fees are subject to change.
Graduate Profile
The MSc Human Nutrition and Dietetics can lead graduates to various sectors and careers, including clinical and public health practices, hospitals, private practices, food industry, food service management, research institutions, and academia.
Alumni Testimonials
Several alumni have shared their positive experiences with the programme, highlighting its excellent academic reputation, high graduate employment rate, and world-class facilities. They appreciate the small class size, excellent academic staff, and ongoing student engagement, which prepares them well for their careers as dietitians.
