Master of Nutrition and Dietetics

Masters (Coursework)

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Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

2 years full-time

Course Code

772AA.6, 049506C

About this course

Join our Nutrition and Dietetics webinar

Connect with faculty staff and a current student, at our upcoming webinar for our Master of Nutrition and Dietetics. Explore entry requirements, course content, career outcomes and get a taste of what student life at UC is like.

Register Now

Study locations

Canberra

What you will learn

develop additional knowledge, skills, and attitude to examine health within the framework of nutrition
understand the application of nutrition in a socio-cultural, 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 pathways

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

Credit for prior study or work

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.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at University of Canberra.

75.4%

Overall satisfaction

75.4%

Skill scale

70.8%

Teaching scale

69.2%

Employed full-time

$79.1k

Average salary

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