Main description:

"Using their extensive experience of university teaching as well as pedagogic theory, the authors have created an essential compendium to support students throughout their learning journey; from day one of their degree up to their first steps into a career in nutrition and dietetics."
Professor Kevin Whelan, Professor of Dietetics, Head of Department of Nutritional Sciences, King's College London, UK

"It is an outstanding handbook and written to the highest of standards. I recommend it most highly."
Professor Susan Lanham-New, Head of the Nutritional Sciences Department & Professor of Human Nutrition, University of Surrey, UK

"This textbook not only contains everything that students need to become successful nutritionists and dietitians, but it can also serve as a tool for Nutrition and Dietetics curriculum design."
Dr Katerina Vafeiadou RNutr, Senior Lecturer in Nutrition & Dietetics, University of Hertfordshire, UK

Written by experienced Nutrition and Dietetics university lecturers with a passion for enhancing the learning experience, The Study Skills Handbook for Nutritionists and Dietitians is essential reading for all students who want to improve their academic skills and take control of their learning.

Designed as a companion for students who are studying at university to be Registered Nutritionists and/or Dietitians; this book will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to identify and develop the expertise essential for academic and professional success.

Key features of this book:
* Practical examples allow students to see how skills relate to both study and practice
* Encourages reflective ways of thinking and ethical practice
* Provides all the study skills needed for university and beyond
* Specifically tailored for students with career aspirations in this field

Recognising that the transition to higher education is different for everyone; the supportive writing style will encourage you to be an active learner who can reflect on their academic and professional development.

Dr Sue Reeves, Registered Nutritionist is the Head of Undergraduate Provision and Student Experience in the School of Life and Health Sciences at the University of Roehampton, UK.
Dr Yvonne Jeanes, Registered Dietitian is a Principal Lecturer in Clinical Nutrition and Head of Postgraduate taught provision within the School of Life and Health Sciences at the University of Roehampton, UK.

Contents:

Acknowledgements
Author biography

PART A
1. INTRODUCTION
2. SCIENTIFIC WRITING
3. DATA COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION
4. EVIDENCE AND REFERENCING
5. GROUP WORK
6. ORAL AND POSTER PRESENTATIONS
7. PREPARING FOR EXAMS
8. STUDYING ONLINE
9. FEEDBACK AND REFLECTION

PART B
10. BEING A GRADUATE
11. CONSULTATIONS
12. BEING A REGISTERED NUTRITIONIST
13. BEING A DIETITIAN
14. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) AND STAYING UP TO DATE

Index