
Overview
As part of this course, you’ll use your existing knowledge and experience to plan and execute a research project of your choice and then participate in 20 weeks of full-time workplace education to help bring this project to life - all with full support and encouragement from academic and industry experts and mentors.
Depending on your research topic, this placement will take place in hospitals, community centers or food service departments – all settings which offer a unique opportunity to gain frontline experience and network with industry professionals.
Also, the UC Master of Nutrition and Dietetics course is the only course in Australia which also offers all graduating students an additional 4-week internship where you be actively encouraged to broaden your networks and explore employment opportunities at the same time.
It’s time to take control of your career direction. It’s time to register your interest in the UC Master of Nutrition and Dietetics course now.
Study a Master of Nutrition and Dietetics from University of Canberra and you will:
- develop additional knowledge, skills, and attitude to examine health within the framework of nutrition
- understand the application of nutrition in a social, pathophysiological and biochemical health context
- cultivate critical thinking skills, problem-solving skills and apply evidence-based approaches to address a nutrition-related health issue
- demonstrate expert communication skills to transfer complex nutrition knowledge to a variety of audience
- develop autonomy and self-direction in progressing your learning and professional development
- gain the necessary scientific background and specific knowledge and skills to address concepts and opinions relating to human nutrition
- identify the links between nutrition, health, and disease at different life stages
- address ways to improve the delivery of nutritional information
Career opportunities
A UC Master of Nutrition and Dietetics graduate is recognised as possessing the necessary skills, experience, and qualifications to become an Accredited Practicing Dietitian. This accreditation is also accepted globally and opens doors to a range of jobs in a variety of industries including:
- Hospitals
- Community Health Centers
- Private Practice
- Government Departments
- The Food Industry
- Media
- Education
- Research
Accreditation
This course has been accredited by the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA).
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Counselling and Communication for Dietitians
- Food Service Management
- Clinical Dietetics Practicum
- Community Nutrition Practicum
- Clinical Dietetics
- Food Service Management Practicum
- Nutrition and Dietetics Internship
Check out the full curriculum
Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- a completed bachelor degree in human nutrition
- two degree level units in chemistry
- four degree level units in human biology and human physiology
- two second year degree level units in biochemistry
- four degree level units in food and nutrition science
Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
42200 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 42200 AUD per year during 24 months. -
National
27000 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 27000 AUD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Canberra
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.