UCL Medical Sciences: Postgraduate degrees in Nutrition and Dietetics

Why study Nutrition and Dietetics at UCL?

Join UCL's world-leading academic community working on obesity, child health, epidemiology, and the psychiatry of disordered eating. Our courses explore the biomedical and societal effects of the food we eat, the benefits of good diet, and the worldwide impact of unhealthy eating. Benefit from an extensive range of scientific, clinical, and educational expertise and access to world-class training, facilities, and equipment. UCL is ranked 7th for Clinical and Health in the 2024 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by subject.

Top-ranked university

UCL is ranked 9th globally in the latest QS World University Rankings (2025) and was named University of the Year 2024 (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide). We are ranked 6th in the world for Medicine and No. 1 in London (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024).

World-class research

As a global leader in nutrition research, UCL examines the incidence and associated problems on a worldwide scale of nutrition-related epidemiology, child health, overnutrition, undernutrition and the psychology behind disordered eating. We publish in high-ranking journals and regularly appear on TV and radio to discuss vital topics around nutrition, diet and health.

Your career

Our nutrition courses will equip you with a real advantage when entering a competitive careers market. Graduates are eligible for a wide range of UK and international career opportunities and are well-equipped for further studies such as a PhD.

Depending which programme you choose, you will be able to pursue a career as a nutritionist in the health services of the UK and other countries, in the clinical nutrition or pharmaceutical industries.

Students who are health professionals can apply for relevant clinical and research positions at a senior level. We address the needs of professionals working in clinical services in the field of eating disorders and elsewhere.

Find out more about our nutrition and dietetics degrees

Postgraduate Open Days

Find out more about postgraduate courses and talk to academic staff. We host a series of online and in-person open events to help you find out what it’s like to study at UCL.

Paying for your degree

UCL offers a range of financial awards to assist prospective students with their studies. Read about our fee structure and discover opportunities to get the financial support and security you need to get started: funding options.