Bachelor of Science in Dietetics | UFS

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The Bachelor of Science in Dietetics at UFS Bloemfontein is a professional four-year degree preparing graduates to assess, diagnose, and treat nutrition-related conditions in South Africa's complex health environment. With the country facing a dual burden of malnutrition and obesity-related disease, dietitians play a critical role in clinical and community nutrition. Students receive practical training at academic hospitals and community health settings, preparing them to address South Africa's pressing nutritional challenges across diverse populations.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 60% (Level 5)
Mathematics: 50% (Level 4)
Life Sciences: 60% (Level 5)
Physical Sciences: 50% (Level 4)
APS: 33 — Subject to selection

Career Prospects

Clinical Dietitian – Managing nutritional care for patients with diabetes, renal disease, and cancer at South African hospitals.
Community Nutritionist – Developing and implementing food and nutrition programmes in South African public health settings.
Food Industry Consultant – Advising South African food manufacturers on nutrition labelling, product formulation, and health claims.
Sports Dietitian – Optimising performance nutrition for South African athletes at elite and recreational levels.
School Nutrition Coordinator – Overseeing government school feeding schemes that nourish millions of South African learners.

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