BSc · Health Sciences
BSc Dietetics
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Greater Accra
Overview
Dietetics applies nutrition science to prevent disease, support recovery and improve quality of life. In Ghana, dietitians help address malnutrition, diabetes, hypertension, obesity and other nutrition-related conditions, making the programme valuable for students who want to improve health through evidence-based food and lifestyle care.
What you will study
You study human nutrition, biochemistry, physiology, food science, therapeutic diets, community nutrition, nutrition assessment and counselling. You also learn to design meal plans, manage nutrition interventions, interpret health information and work with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
Career prospects
You can work as a dietitian, clinical nutritionist, community nutrition officer, public health nutritionist, food-service manager or nutrition programme coordinator, subject to professional requirements. Employers include hospitals, the Ghana Health Service, schools, NGOs, sports organisations, food companies, wellness centres and international development agencies.
Who this programme may suit
You do well if you are interested in biology, food and the relationship between lifestyle and health. Empathy, listening skills, cultural awareness and the ability to turn scientific advice into practical guidance will help you excel.