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GemGems
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 Posted - 28 Feb 2010 : 16:04:16
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Hi everyone,
I didn't get into the MSc this year (it was a bit of a long shot this year but thought i'd try anyway)
I wanted to know what advice would you give me for getting into a course next year?
I have a Psychology degree but this year have completed modules in Physiology and Biochemistry (20 credits each). I'm also volunteering in a dietetics department for a few hours each week. It seems like its very competetive - one uni told me over 150 people applied for 10 places. I've been looking for dietetic assistant jobs but there just doesn't seem to be that many coming up? Is there any other things that I could do?
Thanks :) |
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Jasbeet
New Member
United Kingdom
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Posted - 04 Mar 2010 : 08:15:04
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Hi GemGems
I don't know about the PG stuff, but there is a person on my access course with a degree in psychology, and they are still having to do the access course like all the ppl with no quals at all, just to get onto the UG course. Perhpas you might consider doing an access to HE Science course? You can do them part time (2 evenings a week) as well as full time.
Hope this helps :) |
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Marley
Starting Member
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Posted - 12 Mar 2010 : 12:42:34
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Hi Gemgems
I too have a psychology degree and I have applied for post-grad courses this year. i'm still waiting to hear from Leeds whether I have been sucessful so I cannot confirm whether people with Psychology degrees actually get onto post grad Dietetic courses!
Personally, since graduating I have got a job as a Dietetic assistant and I think this is so useful in finding out what it is to be a dietitian. I work here full time and have done for over a year and a half and I have learnt so much. I think these posts are very competitive and i know I was very lucky to get my job but do keep your eyes peeled as getting a DA's job will really deepen your knowledge of dietetics and stengthen your application.
What kind of modules did you study? I have done open university courses in nutrition, cancer and human biology - I spoke to Leeds and they said the human biology course usually has enough biochem and physiology for them but other courses are different and require more.
Also have you thought about speech and language therapy? There is actually a lot of similarities between the two professions and it follows on from Psychology much more easily. It is something that I am going to consider if I dont get into Leeds.
Good luck with it all! |
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GemGems
New Member
24 Posts |
Posted - 16 Mar 2010 : 22:37:01
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Hi Marley and Jasbeet,
Thanks for the advice - I will definitely look into the OU courses. Mine were from Chester Uni they did distance learning modules over 3 months each. Met a few girls all in the same position as me so must be a popular choice!
I'm now considering whether do do an undergraduate course (even though its 4 years!!) as it sounds like people are still struggling to get on the PG even with DA posts! |
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Katarina
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Posted - 16 Mar 2010 : 23:25:11
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| Hiya I have been wrking as DA for 2 years possess a Degree in Nitrition, work with Nutrition Support patients, have carried out audit work and none of the postgraduate courses even offered me an interview.im absolutelty gutted and a little angry as i hve nt had ne feedback either and missed the ucas cut offs!!Would love to hear other peoples suggestions and stories on what i could do to enhance my application!!XXX |
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oznut
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 07:53:28
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| have you asked for feedback? |
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Katarina
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 08:16:39
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| Yes on numerous occasions |
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NutNut09
Starting Member
United Kingdom
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 08:47:38
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| Hi Katarina, I feel your frustration. Because of financial and personal reason I could only apply to a limited number of universiities but I too haven't even been offered an interview despite having a degree in Biochemistry, a Masters in Public Health Nutrition, have volunteered in pre-school settings promoting healthy eating and currently working as a dietetic support worker across 2 hospitals for 3 dietetic teams. I am at lost???....& completely gutted!! |
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Katarina
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 09:35:41
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| Thats absolutely ridiculous!?I honestly do not get it!! I need some feedback from them!!where do you work?? |
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Katarina
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 11:41:17
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| Me too!!Moved to Manchester from Ireland to gain experience so could get on to postgraduate course, its a nightmare!I asked for feedback 4rm Glasgow last yr & they told me to apply this year again that I would be a suitable candidate for 2010 entry..obviously not!I refuse to pay for a masters as the liklihood is I wont gain entry from that either! Fingers crossed for 2011!!Dont know if I want to move myself all the way to Herts tho!!! my plan is now to be a dietitian before 30!!! |
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NutNut09
Starting Member
United Kingdom
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 12:52:19
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| That's my plan too..although not quite sure what else I can do to boost my application for Master courses - may opt for undergrad next yr. Feeling very frustrated at the mo but determined to get there some day!!!! Good Luck :o) |
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Rebecca
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 13:36:26
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| Can I ask what types of results in your degree you both got, as that could be a reason? You both sound like you have tonnes of experience so I am guessing it must come down to your degree content/result or your application?! x |
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NutNut09
Starting Member
United Kingdom
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 14:09:05
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Hey,
I got a 2.2 in my biochemistry degree. I was highly aware that this alone would not allow me to gain entry into the Masters course however I was going through quite a few personal issues during my UG finals. To strengthen my academic portfolio and to prove my ability I undertook the MSc Public Health Nutrition; in which I obtained a Pass with distinction (>70%). At this university I undertook 75% of the modules which were also taken by the dietetic students. I contacted the universities prior to application checking that I would be eligible to apply based on my academic background, stating all the modules taken in both degrees & they said that I definitely would be. As for my application, I got my dietitian colleagues to proofread it and they said it was excellent.
I do believe that they do look at my primary degree and write me off (which is slightly unfair) but unfortunately I can not reverse time. I have learnt alot since my UG and I will keep trying even if it means sitting another UG!! |
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Rebecca
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 14:28:00
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Judging from what you have just said they must take your undergraduate degree into account massively because in all other aspects you are a fantastic candidate. It is ver strange you didn't get to interview though! Maybe UG is the best option as it is better to do 3 years than to keep trying and failing.
Good luck with everything, and if you get into Chester come and say hello!
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Katarina
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Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 14:43:42
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| Many thanks Rebecca much appreciated!! Good luck |
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Katarina
New Member
26 Posts |
Posted - 17 Mar 2010 : 14:46:10
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| I agree Im applying everywhere next year for the U/g and P/grad. I feel they are missing out a lot by their process of selection and I find it a bit ridiculous.Hope you get on ok, let me know how you go!!Happy Paddys Day! |
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