Overview

Students living in New Zealand or offshore, commencing or returning to postgraduate study in selected programmes

Students interested in studying online will need to be granted approval to do so by the University. This also applies to students who have been granted approval to study online in previous semesters. Students will be required to demonstrate that COVID‑19 has impacted their ability to study on campus in 2021.

A Master of Health Sciences - Human Nutrition at University of Otago is the basis for careers in nutrition promotion and education, dietetics, teaching, food service, food manufacturing and retailing and nutrition research. A degree in Human Nutrition also provides an excellent opportunity for those seeking graduate entry into medicine and pharmacy.

Career opportunities

We will equip you with skills that can be used in a number of careers. Our graduates work in the health sector, government organisations, corporations, research, teaching, high performance sport, private practice, and the food industry. Māori and Pacific graduates are often sought after, particularly by health providers across the country.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Human Nutrition

Nutrition and Health Promotion

Nutrition and Chronic Disease

Advanced Sports Nutrition
Food Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-07-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics Health Sciences Food Sciences View 15 other Masters in Food Sciences in New Zealand

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Entrance requirements for postgraduate study vary by programme with most requiring a minimum bachelor-level qualification in the same field, and some having additional requirements such as relevant work experience and/or professional registration in New Zealand
The documents detailed above (academic transcripts, ECE, and proof of identity).
A detailed research proposal that shows you are familiar with current literature surrounding your topic.
An up-to date curriculum vitae.
The name of the academic staff member who has agreed to be your supervisor.
An approximate start date

Tuition Fee

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International

44675 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 44675 NZD per year during 12 months.
National

9929 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9929 NZD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Dunedin

1000 - 2300 NZD /month

Living costs

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Human Nutrition.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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