This programme is jointly delivered by Trinity College Dublin and TU Dublin.
Human Nutrition and Dietetics (Joint Degree)
University Rank:#75
Duration4 year(s)
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
Human Nutrition and Dietetics (Joint Degree)
About
Requirements
Entry Requirements
This is a joint course between Trinity College Dublin and Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin).
In addition to standard CAO applications, mature entry applications are considered. Further details are available from:
Admissions Office, TU Dublin, Rathdown House, Grangegorman, Dublin 7. T: +353 (0)1 220 6100 E: [email protected] W: www.tudublin.ie
Applications from international non-EU students should be directed to:
Admissions Office, TU Dublin, Rathdown House, Grangegorman, Dublin 7. T: +353 1 220 6100 E: [email protected] (Application queries only) | [email protected] (International Office) W: www.tudublin.ie
Entrants will have to pass Trinity's health screening requirements, you can learn more here.
Students will also be required to undergo Garda Vetting, you can learn more here.
English Language Requirements
All applicants to Trinity are required to provide official evidence of proficiency in the English language. Applicants to this course are required to meet Band B (Standard Entry) English language requirements. For more details of qualifications that meet Band B, see the English Language Requirements page here.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
English Program Requirements
Applicants for the Trinity International Foundation Programme require IELTS 5.0 overall, with 5.0 in Writing and no band below 4.5.
Applicants for all Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes must present one of the following English language qualifications.
| QUALIFICATIONS | REQUIREMENTS | |
| 1 | Irish Leaving Certificate | A grade D3 or better in Ordinary Level English |
| 2 | GCSE | A grade C or better in English Language |
| 3 | European Baccalaureate | English: 6 in your 1st language, or in 1st or 2nd Foreign Language |
| 4 | French Baccalaureate | Students presenting the OIB or International Option of the French Baccalaureate may satisfy the English language requirement by achieving a minimum of 12 (where the coefficient is greater than 5) in English Language and Literature. In cases where the coefficient is less than 5, a minimum result of 14 will be required. |
| 5 | International Baccalaureate | English A1, A2 or B: 5 at Higher Level (4 at Standard Level if presenting IB through English) |
| 6 | US High School Curriculum | A grade C in English taken in final year |
| 7 | TOEFL | Paper based 570 (with a TWE score of 4.5) / Computer based 233 (with a score of 4.5 in essay) / Internet based 90 (with a written score of 21) PG: 88 internet-based, 570 paper-based, 230 computer-based |
| 8 | University of Cambridge | 180+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 175 in each skill and use of English i.e., Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2), Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2) PG: Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2) Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2) |
| 9 | IELTS | (Academic version) 6.5 (no individual band below 6). For Dental courses: IELTS (academic version) 7 (no individual band below 7) For Clinical speech and language studies: IELTS (academic version) 7 (no individual band below 7) |
| 10 | Pearson Test of English | (Academic) - PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 (with no section score below 59). |
| 11 | Duolingo English Test | Minimum overall score of 110/160 |
Career
When you graduate, you will be well placed to find work as a dietitian in a hospital or in primary care. You will also be qualified to work in a clinical nutrition company, with food brands, or in food safety organisations. Some of our graduates have also chosen academic careers in research or education.
Fee Information
Human Nutrition and Dietetics (Joint Degree)
Trinity College Dublin
Ireland, Dublin