Programme Overview

Qualification
BSc (Hons)
Provider
Singapore Institute of Technology
Duration
4 years
Total credits
240
Application period
10 January to 19 March 2024
Next intake
Campus location
SIT@Dover

The Bachelor of Science with Honours in Dietetics and Nutrition is a four-year, direct honours degree programme that addresses the growing demand for dietetic manpower in hospitals and intermediate long-term care (ILTC) settings in Singapore.

As the first dietetics degree programme to be offered by an autonomous university in Singapore, this programme will provide you with evidence-based theoretical knowledge, research skills, and practical experience across all domains of dietetic practice (individual clinical case management, community and public health nutrition, and food service management). 

The programme is designed to meet the academic requirements and clinical competencies for graduate entry-level professional dietitians, based on international educational standards for professional dietetic practice. The curriculum is developed in close consultation with the dietetics department from major healthcare clusters in Singapore to equip you with relevant knowledge and specialised skills in all domains of dietetic practice.

Do note that the healthcare staff guidelines and requirements that apply to healthcare institutions also apply to Health Sciences students. Non-compliance with these guidelines may affect your ability in meeting course requirements, graduating, obtaining registration or employment, and fulfilling bond obligations. It is crucial to adhere to these guidelines to ensure successful completion of your studies and future professional opportunities in the healthcare field.

Curriculum Highlights

  • Nutrition Throughout the Lifespan 
  • Nutritional Assessment 
  • Nutrition, Health, and Disease 
  • Community and Public Health Nutrition 
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy 
  • Communication Skills and Nutritional Counselling 
  • Honours Thesis 
  • 32-week Clinical Practice Education 

Clinical Practice Education

All Dietetics and Nutrition students need to undergo around 1200 hours of clinical practice education (CPE) across various clinical settings. Such clinical placements prepare students for the real-world clinical practice. Therefore, students get to apply theoretical and clinical knowledge and build up their confidence in clinical skills. Students need to pass all clinical placements to graduate from the programme.

Students may be eligible for an exit award "Bachelor of Science in Care Sciences" if they fail to meet clinical practice education module requirements for the award of an honours degree, subject to fulfilling conditions for the exit award. 

Career Options

Graduates can be employed as dietitians in a variety of settings, such as:

  • Public and Private Hospitals 
  • Community Hospitals and Polyclinics 
  • Intermediate and Long-Term Care Organisations, including Nursing Homes and Rehabilitation Centres
  • Food Services
  • Private Practice 

Programme Structure (AY2024/25)*

  1. Core Modules
    (219 Credits)
  2. Elective Modules
    (6 Credits)
  3. University Modules
    (15 Credits)
Module Title Credits
Biochemistry 6
Anatomy and Physiology 1 6
Health Systems - Singapore’s Perspectives 6
Psychological and Sociological Perspectives for Health Sciences 6
Human Nutrition 6
Individual and Environmental Influences on Eating Behaviours 6
Anatomy and Physiology 2 6
Food Science 6
Nutrition Throughout the Lifespan 6
Nutritional Assessment 12
Nutrition, Health and Disease 12
Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 6
Food Systems and Food Service Management 12
Health Psychology 6
Health Research Methods 6
Food Service Management 6
Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 12
Community and Public Health Nutrition 12
Honours Thesis Proposal 2
Medical Nutrition Therapy 2 12
Communication Skills and Nutritional Counselling in Different Populations 12
Professionalism, Ethics and the Law 6
Community and Public Health Nutrition 6
Global Health 3
Dietetics Leadership and Management 6
Clinical Placement 1 6
Clinical Placement 2 12
Honours Thesis 16

* The programme structure is subject to change without prior notice. SIT regularly reviews its curriculum to ensure that it remains industry-relevant and prepares our students for the evolving needs of industry.

Eligibility and Exemption

SIT selects candidates for this programme using an aptitude-based approach that considers passion and suitability for the profession, academic achievement and co-curricular involvement. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for the Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI), scheduled between 1 April 2024 to 19 April 2024. Please refer to the MMI schedule here. The MMI consists of different stations which assess various important skills and attributes, such as communication, problem solving, critical thinking, and teamwork, which are crucial for success in the undergraduate Allied Health programmes at SIT.

Listed below are the relevant admission criteria:
 

    Obtained a good pass in two H2/HL subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Sports, Exercise and Health Science, and Mathematics), and also offered General Paper or Knowledge & Inquiry in the same sitting while satisfying Mother Tongue requirements.

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    • Completed a relevant full-time local Polytechnic diploma. For the detailed list, please refer to Relevant List of Diplomas.
    • Module exemptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
    • Diplomas that are not listed may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants will be assessed for admissions based on a holistic approach if they meet the following criteria:
    1. Obtained a Science-related full-time local Polytechnic diploma and/or
    2. Has acquired relevant full-time work experience of 1-2 years.
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    Obtained a good pass in two of the following HL subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Sports, Exercise and Health Science; while satisfying Mother Tongue requirements.

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    NUS High School Diploma Prerequisites
    Obtained a good pass in two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics.

    Other equivalent Year 12 qualifications are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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    Mandatory English Requirement
    Applicants to the Allied Health Programmes are required to fulfil ONE of the following English requirements by application closing:

    Qualification

    English Subject

    Minimum Grade Required

    GCE O Level English as First Language C5
    International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic Module) International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 7.0 for all components (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)
    TOEFL TOEFL At least 250 marks for computer-based test or 600 marks for paper-based test or 100 marks for internet-based test
    OET OET Grade B and above
    Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP) English Modules C+
    GCE A Level General Paper/Knowledge & Inquiry D
    International Baccalaureate (IB) SL ‘English A: Language & Literature’ OR
    SL ‘Literature & Performance’
    4
    NUS High School Diploma EL4101 or higher (EL5101, 6103) modules C+

     

    Applicants who hold a first degree from Singapore, Australia, Canada (except Quebec), New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, and the United States of America will be deemed to have fulfilled the stipulated English Language requirement for the programme.

    Please refer to the Mandatory Medical Clearance for additional requirements.

    Fees and Finances

      Subsidised fees per credit
      $155.00
      Total credit
      240
      Tuition fees: $37,200.00 for SG Citizens / $149,243.00 Non-subsidised fees.
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      Subsidised fees per credit
      $295.00
      Total credit
      240
      Tuition fees: $70,800.00 for Permanent Resident / $149,243.00 Non-subsidised fees.
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      Subsidised fees per credit
      $408.75
      Total credit
      240
      Tuition fees: $98,100.00 for International Student / $149,243.00 Non-subsidised fees.
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      Industry Advisory Committee

      The members of the Industry Advisory Committee for this programme are:

      Chairman
      Adjunct Professor Susan Niam
      Director-General of Health’s Office, Chief Allied Health Officer’s Office, Ministry of Health
      Member
      Dr Effie Chew

      Head and Senior Consultant, Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital and Alexandra Hospital

      Member
      Mr Anjan Kumar Ghosh

      Group Director, Sector Capability & Transformation Group, National Council of Social Service

      Member
      Ms Paulin Koh
      Director-General of Health’s Office, Chief Nursing Officer’s Office, Ministry of Health
      Member
      Adjunct Associate Professor Melissa Chua

      Deputy Chief Allied Health Officer, Director-General of Health’s Office, Chief Allied Health Officer’s Office, Ministry of Health

      Member
      Adjunct Associate Professor Michael Ong

      Group Director, Allied Health, National University Health System

      Member
      Adjunct Associate Professor Lim Yen Peng

      Executive Director, NHG Cares Services (Allied Health) and Deputy Group Chief Allied Health, National Healthcare Group

      Member
      Adjunct Associate Professor Yong Keng Kwang

      Group Chief Nurse, National Healthcare Group

      Member
      Adjunct Professor Lita Chew Sui Tjien

      Group Director, Group Allied Health, SingHealth

      Member
      Assoc Prof Ng Yee Sien
      Head & Senior Consultant
      Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
      Singapore General Hospital
      Member
      Mr Eric Ho Chun Keong

      Director, Allied Health, Woodlands Health

      Member
      Ms Jessica Hooi
      Vice Principal, St. Andrew’s Autism School
      Member
      Mr Abhimanyau Pal

      Chief Executive Officer, SPD

      Ex-Officio
      Assoc Prof Kwah Li Khim