Bachelor of Science and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Ranked 2nd in Australia for Life Sciences and Medicine (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)
- Ranked 18th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025)
About this course
With a solid foundation in science plus a two-year master's degree, our degree will give you access to eminent dietitians and scientists at the cutting edge of dietetics, nutrition and medical research and practice. Gain the skills needed to launch straight into a career in nutrition and dietetics.
Who is it for?
Our degree is tailored for those interested in life sciences and dietetics and prepares you as a qualified dietitian, eligible for Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status. It offers a comprehensive study of nutrition science, with opportunities to specialise in human and animal nutrition.
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Key information
Duration
5 years full-time
(Available part-time)
Not available to student visa holders.
Intake/s
Location
Camperdown/Darlington University of Sydney
Study mode
Face to face
Fees
Tuition fee information for the year selected is currently not available.
Additional information
Credit points
Total amount of credits points required to complete this course. All subjects have a credit point value to indicate their contribution towards completing the course.
Career paths
Graduates of our Bachelor of Science and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics can enter into a variety of roles, including:
- Dietitian-nutritionist
- Private practice or primary care dietitian
- Consultant dietitian
- Community dietitian-nutritionist
- Food service dietitian
- Corporate nutrition
- Nutrition researcher
- Hospital dietitian
- Nutrition communication
Professional accreditation
This program is accredited by the Dietitians Australia (DA). Graduates are eligible to apply to DA to join the provisional Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) program.
What you’ll study
Our Bachelor of Science and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics is a double degree that will provide you with solid knowledge of nutritional sciences and the expertise to pursue a career as a dietitian in a range of professional settings.
You will complete degree core and junior elective units, an embedded nutrition and dietetics program including a major in nutrition science, and a minor or second major from either the disciplinary pool or the shared pool.
Additionally, you will complete any elective units as needed to make up the required credit points for the course.
After successful completion of the Bachelor of Science (minimum credit average), you will progress to the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics wherein you will complete a prescribed course of study comprising core units in nutrition and dietetics, a training placement and a research project.
This program is directed by Professor Anna Rangan.
Unit of study table: Science and Nutrition and Dietetics
Professional practice
Hands-on clinical training is required as part of the degree. This mandatory work component must be completed as part of the award requirements for the course.
Mandatory work hours
This course requires you to complete the following number of work hours:
40 hours per week over 20 weeks
800 Total hours
Why study with us?
- We are ranked 25th globally for life sciences and medicine (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)
- We are a top 20 university globally (QS World University Rankings 2024)
- We have the most highly regarded and longest running program in nutrition and dietetics in Australia.
- You'll get hands-on laboratory, field, industry or clinical experience that’s relevant to your area of study.
- Access specially designed food science labs at Australian Technology Park, our plant breeding facilities at Camden and Narrabri depending on your chosen study area.
- This program is accredited by the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) and graduates are eligible to become a full member of DAA and to join the Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Program.
Fees
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Admission criteria
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Qualifications
Mandatory for course entry
Secondary or tertiary qualification
A secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), OR approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses.
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Inherent requirements
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Before applying, it is important for you to read and fully understand the inherent requirements for this course.
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English language requirements
Mandatory for course entry
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How to apply
Submit application
Submit an application through our portal.
Closing dates
Semester 1
31 January of the commencing year
This course has limited places available. Not all applicants who meet the application deadline and requirements may be successful. Apply early as applications can close prior to the advertised closing dates if course capacity is reached.
Additional information
NSW Health Tertiary Health Study Subsidy
Domestic students may be eligible for the NSW Health Tertiary Health Study Subsidy Program. For information on how to apply, see here.
