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Bachelor of Sciences (Human Nutrition and Dietetics)
This program prepares students to become practitioners by providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills that enable them to improve health and prevent, treat, and manage diseases through proper nutrition. The BSc HND degree has an integrated supervised practice (dietetic internship) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, which promotes the clinical acumen of dietetics and research in nutrit...
This program prepares students to become practitioners by providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills that enable them to improve health and prevent, treat, and manage diseases through proper nutrition. The BSc HND degree has an integrated supervised practice (dietetic internship) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, which promotes the clinical acumen of dietetics and research in nutrition. The program also aligns with the standards established by the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions (CAAM-HP). Upon completion, graduates are eligible for registration as a Dietitian by the Barbados Paramedical Council or an equivalent council regionally. This is an ideal program if you want to: • Become a Registered Dietitian in hospi...
Program Highlights
Study Human Nutrition as well as the unique nutrition needs throughout different stages of the lifecycle.
Learn to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage diet and nutrition-related health challenges.
Learn how to provide nutrition education and intervention in community and public health settings as well as study the benefits of local and indigenous Caribbean food.
Acquire research skills in diet, nutrition, and health and the core competencies required to function as an entry-level dietitian.
Access a comprehensive Medical Library, purpose-built laboratory and teaching complex, and clinical skills lab while studying on campus.
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- Bridgetown, Barbados
- Cave Hill, Barbados
- Undergraduate
- Food Science
- Nutrition
- All Nationalities
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Locations
- Bridgetown, Barbados
- Cave Hill, Barbados
Types and Subjects
- Degree Levels
- Undergraduate
- Subjects & Courses
- Food Science
- Nutrition
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Independent living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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This program prepares students to become practitioners by providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills that enable them to improve health and prevent, treat, and manage diseases through proper nutrition. The BSc HND degree has an integrated supervised practice (dietetic internship) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, which promotes the clinical acumen of dietetics and research in nutrition. The program also aligns with the standards established by the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions (CAAM-HP). Upon completion, graduates are eligible for registration as a Dietitian by the Barbados Paramedical Council or an equivalent council regionally. This is an ideal program if you want to: • Become a Registered Dietitian in hospi...
University of the West Indies Cave Hill
University of the West Indies Cave Hill
Ready to Learn More?
This program prepares students to become practitioners by providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills that enable them to improve health and prevent, treat, and manage diseases through proper nutrition. The BSc HND degree has an integrated supervised practice (dietetic internship) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, which promotes the clinical acumen of dietetics and research in nutrition. The program also aligns with the standards established by the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions (CAAM-HP). Upon completion, graduates are eligible for registration as a Dietitian by the Barbados Paramedical Council or an equivalent council regionally. This is an ideal program if you want to: • Become a Registered Dietitian in hospi...
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