The LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Nutritional Assessment and Dietary Analysis (PgD Dietary Analysis) is a specialist qualification designed for experienced professionals seeking to advance their expertise in the field of nutrition and dietary science. This programme is not intended for fresh entrants but is tailored for learners who are already established in their careers and wish to enhance their professional knowledge, refine their practical skills, and further their Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
This Level 7 postgraduate diploma provides a comprehensive understanding of advanced nutritional assessment techniques and dietary analysis methods. Learners will explore the principles of nutrient evaluation, dietary intake assessment, and the interpretation of complex dietary data, enabling them to make evidence-based recommendations in clinical, research, or public health settings. The programme equips learners with the analytical skills required to critically evaluate nutritional interventions and contribute effectively to health promotion, disease prevention, and policy development.
Centres delivering this qualification must uphold the highest standards of teaching and learning. They are required to employ competent and qualified staff and provide all necessary resources, including study materials, practical equipment, and access to scientific databases, to ensure learners receive an exceptional educational experience. This guarantees that learners are fully supported in achieving their learning objectives and maximising the professional value of the qualification.
By completing the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Nutritional Assessment and Dietary Analysis, learners can expect to significantly enhance their career prospects, gain recognized professional credibility, and develop the specialized expertise needed to excel in advanced nutritional assessment, dietary planning, and evidence-based practice.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Nutritional Assessment and Dietary Analysis (PgD Dietary Analysis)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
120
GLH
600
Qualification #
LICQ2201117
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Nutritional Assessment and Dietary Analysis (PgD Dietary Analysis), applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2201117-1 |
Advanced Principles of Nutritional Science |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201117-2 |
Dietary Assessment Methods and Techniques |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201117-3 |
Nutritional Epidemiology and Data Analysis |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201117-4 |
Clinical and Public Health Nutrition Applications |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201117-5 |
Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals, and Bioactive Compounds |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201117-6 |
Advanced Research and Professional Practice in Nutritional Assessment |
20 |
100 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Advanced Principles of Nutritional Science
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Critically analyse the biochemical, physiological, and molecular mechanisms underlying human nutrition
- Evaluate the roles and interactions of macronutrients and micronutrients in maintaining health
- Assess the influence of nutrient metabolism on disease prevention and management
Unit 2: Dietary Assessment Methods and Techniques
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Examine quantitative and qualitative methods for assessing dietary intake
- Critically evaluate the reliability, validity, and limitations of dietary assessment tools
- Develop strategies to optimise data collection, interpretation, and application in clinical and research settings
Unit 3: Nutritional Epidemiology and Data Analysis
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Analyse the relationship between dietary patterns, lifestyle factors, and health outcomes
- Apply statistical and analytical techniques to interpret dietary and nutritional data
- Critically appraise scientific literature to support evidence-based dietary recommendations
Unit 4: Clinical and Public Health Nutrition Applications
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Apply nutritional assessment and dietary analysis methods in clinical and public health contexts
- Formulate personalised and population-based dietary interventions based on evidence
- Evaluate the impact of nutrition programmes on individual and community health outcomes
Unit 5: Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals, and Bioactive Compounds
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Examine the health-promoting properties of functional foods and nutraceuticals
- Analyse the effects of bioactive compounds on human metabolism and physiology
- Assess the safety, efficacy, and regulatory considerations in the use of dietary bioactives
Unit 6: Advanced Research and Professional Practice in Nutritional Assessment
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Design and implement advanced research projects in nutritional assessment and dietary analysis
- Analyse, interpret, and report complex nutritional and dietary data accurately
- Demonstrate professional, ethical, and evidence-based practice in clinical, research, and public health settings
The LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Nutritional Assessment and Dietary Analysis is designed for experienced professionals seeking to advance their expertise and career in nutrition, dietary assessment, and health science. This course is ideal for learners who:
- Are nutritionists, dietitians, healthcare practitioners, or public health professionals looking to enhance their knowledge of advanced nutritional assessment and dietary analysis techniques
- Work in clinical, research, or community health settings and want to apply evidence-based dietary interventions
- Are involved in designing, evaluating, or implementing nutrition programmes or policies
- Seek to enhance professional credibility and leadership skills within healthcare, research, or nutrition-focused organisations
- Are committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and maintaining up-to-date expertise in advanced nutritional practices
- Wish to expand career opportunities in areas such as clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, dietary consultancy, or research
This qualification is tailored for professionals who already possess foundational knowledge in health sciences or nutrition and are ready to develop specialized expertise to apply in practice, research, and policy development.
To ensure high-quality delivery and learner success, centres offering the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Nutritional Assessment and Dietary Analysis must meet the following requirements:
- Qualified and Experienced Staff: Centres must employ instructors with recognised qualifications in nutrition, dietetics, healthcare, or related disciplines. Staff should have substantial professional experience and the capability to deliver advanced Level 7 content effectively.
- Comprehensive Learning Resources: Centres must provide learners with access to essential study materials, including textbooks, research journals, dietary databases, and any specialised equipment required for practical and research-based learning.
- Adequate Facilities: Centres should maintain appropriate teaching environments, laboratories, and practical spaces fully equipped to support advanced learning, research, and dietary analysis activities.
- Robust Assessment and Support Systems: Centres must implement reliable assessment procedures and provide academic support to monitor learner progress, give constructive feedback, and ensure successful course completion.
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development: Centres should actively encourage CPD for both learners and staff, promoting ongoing learning and keeping up to date with the latest developments in nutritional assessment and dietary analysis.
- Compliance with Quality Standards: Centres must adhere to LICQual quality assurance policies and maintain high standards of teaching, learning, and administration to ensure an exceptional learner experience and outcome.
By meeting these requirements, centres can deliver a premium educational experience, fully supporting learners to achieve their learning goals and develop the advanced skills needed for professional success in nutritional assessment and dietary analysis.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
