Overview

This Human Nutrition and Dietetics BSc program from Abu Dhabi University is a highly regarded degree that combines the academic and supervised practice experience to qualify graduates to become licensed dietitians in the UAE. The program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level practice as dietitians, both at a national and international level. The curriculum is multi-disciplinary and encompasses a wide range of courses, including nutrition, food science, public health, physiology, management, research, dietetics, and other supporting courses.

The program is a four-year program of a total of 130 credits. It has an integrated supervised practice (Practicum) component of at least 1200 hours with affiliated organizations in the UAE, including VPS Healthcare, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (CCAD), and Mediclinic Al Noor Hospital, as well as regional medical centers.

The program has obtained the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and allows eligibility to be licensed in the UAE to practice as a clinical dietitian. It prepares students for successful careers in allied health or to continue their education with advanced degrees.

Career opportunities

There is a global demand for dietitians and nutritionists to provide care for patients with various medical conditions and advise people on health. Employment opportunities for dietitians and nutritionists are expected to grow 15% from 2016 to 2026, which is a faster growth rate than the average for all other occupations. A BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics can lead to a career working in a variety of roles within the fields of food, nutrition, and health.

The work setting where dietitians can work include:

Hospitals or other health-care facilities

Food and nutrition-related business and industries

Community and public health settings

Sports nutrition and corporate wellness programs

Educational institutions

Private Practice/Consulting

Research

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Assessment of Nutritional Status

Menu Planning and Evaluation

Management of Foodservices

Food Microbiology and Sanitation

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Medical Nutrition Therapy Lab

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-28 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-02-19 00:00:00

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Abu Dhabi University accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the year, with intakes in the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.

Language

English

IELTS

5

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

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Credits

130 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics Health Sciences Food Science View 3 other Bachelors in Health Sciences in United Arab Emirates

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5

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61

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General requirements

Completed online application
Copy of a valid passport (and residence visa if resident in the UAE)
Original equivalency letter issued by the UAE Ministry of Education for a foreign curriculum
Certified copy of official general secondary or high school certificate (or its equivalent)
Passport-sized photo with white background
A police clearance certificate ssued by any of the police departments located throughout the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
An official score report of Academic IELTS band (5.0), English EmSat (1100), TOEFL IBT (61), or CBT 173 or ITP 500 (ITP taken at AmidEast Institute only), Cambridge (154-161), IESOL/SESOL (B1/B2), Pearson PTE (36-41).
Proof of Grade 12/Year 13 completion is required for students applying with IGCSE/GCSE subjects.
Certificate of Good Conduct issued by the high school where the student successfully completed Grade 12/Year 13.

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Tuition Fee

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International

64512 AED/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1985 AED per credit during 48 months.
National

64512 AED/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1985 AED per credit during 48 months.

Living costs for Abu Dhabi

5000 - 8600 AED /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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