On successful completion each student is eligible to apply for registration as a clinical dietitian at the Cyprus Registration Board for Food Scientists, Technologists and Dietitians (CyRBFSTD).
The only MSc in Clinical Dietetics in Cyprus.
Fulfills the requirements and expectations of the Cyprus Registration Board for Food Scientists, Technologists and Dietitians, Cyprus Dietetic and Nutrition Association, Health and Care Professional Council for the title of RD.
Our graduates may be employed in the following sectors/areas:
Student destinations:
As public interest in food and health grows, career opportunities for qualified dietitians are expanding every year. The largest employer of the graduates is either in hospital or community health services, in a range of organisations including research institutes, consumer groups, food retailers, and government departments and agencies. Others can become successful as food and health journalists or developed careers in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
| Course Code | Course Title | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUTR-510 | Nutrition Care Plan | 7.5 |
| NUTR-515 | Research Methods in Nutrition and Dietetics | 7.5 |
| NUTR-520 | Principles of Diet Therapy and Life Cycle | 7.5 |
| NUTR-525 | Food Service and Safety and Quality Assurance | 7.5 |
| NUTR-530 | Clinical Sciences and Therapeutics | 7.5 |
| NUTR-535P | Professional Practice for Dietitians I | 7.5 |
| NUTR-540 | Advanced Diet Therapy and Medicine | 7.5 |
| NUTR-545 | Diet Therapy in Chronic Diseases | 7.5 |
| NUTR-550 | Nutrition Counseling and Education | 7.5 |
| NUTR-555 | Advanced Nutritional Epidemiology and Public Health | 7.5 |
| NUTR-560 | Management, Health and Social Policy | 7.5 |
| NUTR-565P | Professional Practice for Dietitians II | 7.5 |
| NUTR-570 | Pediatric Diet Therapy | 7.5 |
| NUTR-575 | Thesis Research | 22.5 |
| NUTR-580 | Health Promotion, Communication and Behavioral Studies | 7.5 |
| NUTR-585P | Professional Practice for Dietitians III | 7.5 |
| NUTR-586P | Professional Practice for Dietitians IV | 7.5 |
| NUTR-590 | Advanced Sports Nutrition | 7.5 |
Course assessment usually comprises of a comprehensive final exam and continuous assessment. Continuous assessment can include amongst others, mid terms, projects, and class participation.
Letter grades are calculated based on the weight of the final exam and the continuous assessment and the actual numerical marks obtained in these two assessment components. Based on the course grades the student’s semester grade point average (GPA) and cumulative point average (CPA) are calculated.
Students come to UNIC from around the world, blending a diverse range of academic backgrounds, experiences, interests, talents and cultural heritage.
Admission to our University is granted under different categories, depending on the student’s qualifications and educational objectives.
Our general admissions policy relies on the student’s previous academic performance, including their high school grades. The Medical School has separate admissions policies and procedures outlined on the Medical School website.
The minimum admission requirement is a recognized High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC). Students with a lower HSLC grade than 7.5/10 or 15/20 or equivalent, depending on the grading system of the country issuing the HSLC, are provided with extra academic guidance and monitoring during the first year of their studies. Some programmes have higher entry requirements
Students may begin their studies in September or February. Applications must reach the Office of Admissions together with all the required documents by:
| Studies from | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall Semester (September to January) | Late June |
| Spring Semester (February to May) | Late October |
| Summer Session (June to July) | Late February |
| Application Deadlines for European and Local students | Please call the Office of Admissions on +357 22841528 |
Admission Policy Statement
The University adheres to a policy of non-discrimination in admitting students without reference to race, colour, religion, gender, age, handicap or national origin. Admission to the University is granted under different categories depending on student qualifications and educational objectives. The University admissions policy relies on the student’s past records, including high school grades.
Once we review your application you will be contacted by an Admissions Counsellor guiding you through the rest of the application process and, if necessary, the procedure for issuing your student visa.
The table below provides the minimum English Language Requirements (ELR) for enrollment on a programme of study offered in English. Students who do not possess any of the qualifications or stipulated grades listed below and hold IELTS with 4.5 and above, are required to take UNIC’s NEPTON English Placement Test (with no charge) and will receive English Language support classes, if and as needed, from UNIC’s International Gateway Centre (IGC).
| English Qualification | ELR Equivalent to IELTS 6 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 525 and above |
| Computer-based TOEFL | 193 and above |
| Internet-based TOEFL | 80 and above |
| IELTS | 6 and above |
| Cambridge Exams (First Certificate) | B and above |
| Cambridge Exams (Proficiency Certificate) | C and above |
| GCSE English Language 'O' Level or IGCSE | C and above |
| Michigan Examination of Proficiency in English (CaMLA) | Pass |
| Pearson PTE General | Level 3 and above |
| KPG (The Greek Foreign Language Examinations for the State Certificate of Language Proficiency) | Level B2 and above |
| Anglia | Level B2 and above |
| IEB Advanced Programme English | Pass |
| Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) Michigan Language Assessment by: Cambridge Assessment English & University of Michigan | 650 average score for ALL skills and above |
Master students satisfy the English requirements if their first degree was taught in English. Otherwise, they would need to present a minimum TOEFL score of 550 paper-based or 213 computer-based, GCSE “O” Level or IGCSE with minimum “C”, IELTS with a score of 6.5, or a score placement at the ENGL- 100 level of UNIC’s NEPTON. The University offers English courses at various levels to help students reach the required standard for admission to a graduate programme.
Full program tuition fees:
Local / EU Students:8.880Euro
International / Non EU Students:-Euro
|
OTHER FEES |
ON-CAMPUS PROGRAMMES |
ONLINE/DL PROGRAMMES |
|
Application fee (one-off/nonrefundable payment) |
55 |
55 |
|
Visa application (one-off/nonrefundable payment) |
86 |
0 |
|
Registration fee (per semester) |
26 |
0 |
|
Health & accident insurance (per year) |
175 |
0 |
|
Student activities fee (per semester) |
20 |
0 |
|
Technology fee – Internet use etc. (per semester) |
15 |
0 |
|
International student guarantee (one-off / refundable payment) |
400 |
0 |
|
Transcript fee (per copy) |
5 |
5 |
|
Evaluation fee (transfer credits / ECTS) |
52 |
52 |
|
Second exam fee (per course) |
65 |
65 |
|
Graduation application fee |
60 |
60 |
|
Total |
959 |
273 |
Contact Person: UNIC
Phone: +35722841500
Email: admissions@unic.ac.cy
