University of Canberra
Master of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
Blends cutting-edge science with hands-on clinical experience, preparing graduates to become dynamic leaders in the evolving field of health and nutrition.
Course overview
Grow your nutrition career from the inside out.
If you’re serious about nutrition and influencing the dietary needs of an ever-expanding and aging population, then the UC Master of Nutrition course will give you the necessary skills and qualifications to have your ideas influence change at the local and national level.
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 centres or food service departments, all settings which offer a unique opportunity to gain frontline experience and network with industry professionals.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
15th February, 2027
What you will study
To earn the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics course, students must complete 48 credit points. Each unit is worth three credit points.
Students must pass 45 credit points as follows:
- Counselling and Communication for Dietitians
- Food Service Management
- Clinical Dietetics 1
- Clinical Dietetics 2
- Community and Public Health Nutrition (six credit points)
- Research Project in Health
- Nutrition and Dietetics Practicum (Part A) (zero credit points)
- Nutrition and Dietetics Practicum (Part B) (24 credit points)
Entry requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- A completed bachelor's degree in human nutrition.
- Two-degree level units in chemistry.
- Four-degree level units in human biology and human physiology.
- Two second-degree level units in biochemistry.
- Four degree-level units in food and nutrition science.
Applicants must also provide a written statement of less than 500 words on why they believe they can contribute to the profession of dietetics. Citing references is not required. This provides the opportunity to inform the selection committee of your reasons for undertaking this course, to include any work experience and skills and to include other relevant factors. The University reserves the right to seek further information relating to your letter of application.
Additional admission requirements
Limited Commonwealth-supported places (CSPs) are available for this course and will be awarded on academic merit. To be considered for a CSP, please submit your application by 31 October 2024. Eligible applicants will be notified on 15 November 2024. The University will continue to issue fee-paying (FEE) offers until this date; offers for any eligible CSP applicants will be updated accordingly.
English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible, you must have an Overall Academic IELTS score of 7.0 with no band score less than 7.0. For alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements for this course, please view the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website.
Recognition of Prior Learning
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Develop knowledge of key aspects of nutrition and dietetics necessary for the delivery of competent nutritional care to individuals and groups.
- Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to critically evaluate the provision and management of food services in a health care setting.
- Demonstrate a sound understanding and the necessary skills to conduct a needs assessment, plan, implement, and evaluate nutrition programs in a community or population group.
- Plan and execute a defined research project, and demonstrate competence in applying the scientific method to the research process.
Career outcomes
- Hospitals
- Community Health Centres
- Private Practice
- Government Departments
- The Food Industry
- Media
- Education
- Research
Fees and CSP
Estimated annual fee in 2026: $9,536 (Commonwealth Supported Place).
The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Commonwealth Supported Places
The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.
If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you only need to pay some of your tuition fees. The student contribution amount is the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.
Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.
Your student contribution amount is:
- Calculated per the units you're enrolled in.
- Depending on the study areas they relate to.
- Reviewed and adjusted each year.
HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.
