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Newcastle University Sanctuary Scholarships
Newcastle University · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
- Open to your course
4 yearsDuration
£24,500Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
90%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the MDiet Dietetics at Newcastle University. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. This degree focuses on nutrition and health-based disciplines allowing students to learn through both theory and work-based learning. This course is the first undergraduate Dietetics programme in the North East. You will explore the links between nutrition and health, through the study of fundamental biomedical subjects including: • Biochemistry • Physiology • Pharmacology • Microbiology and molecular genetics • Human nutrition • Food science You will also gain practical experience in our state of the art laboratories and new clinical skills and teaching kitchen, which op... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Human Nutrition and Metabolism
Clinical Biochemistry and Pathology
Physiology and Homeostasis
Food Science and Technology
Medical Microbiology and Immunology
Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Dietetic Practice and Counselling
Nutritional Assessment and Care Planning
UCAS Code:B401
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAB - ABB AAB including Chemistry or Biology, plus one other science (which can include Mathematics, Psychology, Home Economics, Geography, PE) or ABB with both Chemistry and Biology. For Biology and Chemistry A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. GCSE Mathematics and English (minimum grade B or 6) required if not offered at A Level. Applicants without both Biology and Chemistry will be asked for the higher offer in the range. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 - 34 points 34 points including Chemistry or Biology at Higher Level grade 5 or above plus one other science (which can include Mathematics, Psychology, Geography) or 32 points including Chemistry and Biology at Higher Level grade 5 or above. Standard Level Chemistry and Biology required at grade 5 and Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English required at grade 4 if not offered at Higher Level. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,500
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£98,000
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Newcastle University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £28,000 | £29,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £26,500 | £31,000 |
| 5 years | £29,000 | £36,000 | £44,000 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 29% above UK average salary
This course
£36,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £9,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-06). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
84%Working
15%Work & Study
98%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
80%
Overall
Teaching on my course
90%Learning opportunities
90%Assessment and feedback
72%Academic support
93%Organisation and management
65%Learning resources
90%Student voice
63%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
100%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About Newcastle University
Newcastle University offers Dietetics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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