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    Bachelor of Nutrition / Master of Dietetics and Food Innovation
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    Bachelor of Nutrition / Master of Dietetics and Food Innovation

    University of New South Wales

    University of New South Wales

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    Australia, Sydney

    University RankQS Ranking
    19

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    109397B

    Campuses

    Kensington

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
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    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 59,500  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Bachelor of Nutrition / Master of Dietetics and Food Innovation

    About

    Build healthier communities with a comprehensive education in nutrition, health and food systems. With interdisciplinary courses ranging from agriculture to inclusive eating practices, this degree will prepare you for a wide range of careers in health and non-health industries.

    Dietetics is an allied health profession that applies the science of food and nutrition to optimise health, treat illnesses and prevent the onset of chronic diseases. A dietitian can help people manage health conditions such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease, kidney disease, gastrointestinal diseases, obesity and food allergies.

    Food innovation examines all aspects of the food value chain from agriculture, food technology, food manufacturing and the retail sector, through to innovations and digital technologies. It looks at how we can improve the food system to address current and future food equity and sustainability challenges.

    This unique combination of complementary disciplines expands your career options as you'll be able to work both within and outside of the healthcare sector. At the end of the five years, you'll graduate with both a bachelor's and a master's degree, which will give you a competitive advantage in the job market. This degree will prepare you for clinical roles in hospitals, private practices and health organisations, as well as opening the door for you to pursue roles in the food sector including agriculture, food businesses and food not-for-profit organisations. You'll also be prepared for a career in consulting, advocacy, research and government roles.

    If you're passionate about helping people improve their health, this degree will set you on the path to a fulfilling career.

    • As one of the world's top medical schools*, we're creating the health leaders of tomorrow. Our diverse community of students, educators, clinicians and researchers are working together to tackle the world's most pressing health challenges.

      Our internationally recognised research centres and institutes are translating ground-breaking research into cures, treatment strategies and therapies. This degree offers research opportunities to develop your investigative skills and provide a pathway if you want to pursue a career in research. You’ll gain a strong understanding of research methods and the application of research to practice. The principles of evidence-based practice and value-based care will inform your clinical decisions.

      *Ranked 54th globally according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024

    • This unique combination will prepare you for a much wider scope of practice compared to traditional dietetics programs. This breadth of knowledge, skills and experience is your competitive edge - employers are looking for graduates who will be able to adapt to changes in this rapidly evolving field.

      Learn more about our work across the multidisciplinary fields of nutrition, dietetics and food innovation.

    • Significant industry consultation was undertaken to ensure our programs align with industry needs, both in contemporary and future practice. This degree is grounded in food equity, social justice and sustainability values.

      Unlike many dietetics programs, this degree will prepare you to deliver dietetic counselling to people from different religious, cultural, regional or remote and disability backgrounds. You'll gain the knowledge, skills and experience you need to work with diverse populations. Mental health first aid, counselling and behaviour training is introduced early in the program to ensure you become confident with those skills.

      We start our nutrition and dietetic training in year one to ensure your learning is spread evenly across the five years. This gives you time to build your confidence as a healthcare professional, under the guidance of our expert staff.

    • UNSW Medicine & Health offers a diverse range of facilities across our Kensington campus, rural and metropolitan teaching hospitals and our world-class research centres and institutes. You’ll be learning in our exceptional food science kitchens and labs, with state-of-the-art appliances, sensory labs, fermentation equipment and food gardens.

      The UNSW Health Translation Hub (UNSW HTH), which will soon form part of the wider Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct in Sydney, reflects our commitment to transforming healthcare. The UNSW HTH will integrate health education, training and research with healthcare services to drive improvements in patient care and health outcomes. Through the UNSW HTH, you’ll have opportunities to work in interprofessional clinics and pursue research interests.

      Our UNSW Lifestyle Clinic brings together some of Australia’s most innovative teams of healthcare professionals and researchers. The Clinic provides a practical learning environment where you can gain hands-on training, complete clinical placements and engage with the community.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)

    11.0

    All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.

    International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

    32.0

    Entry criteria is based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2024 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB Diploma or Bilingual Diploma can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)

    1210.0

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    Medicine & Health

    6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Bachelor of Nutrition/Master of Dietetics & Food Innovation: 7.0 overall (min 7.0 in each subtest)

    The following programs require 7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    • Bachelor of Medical Studies (BMed)/Doctor of Medicine (MD) including double degree
    • Bachelor of Exercise Science/Master of Physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology
    • Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Medicine/Master of Pharmacy
    • Bachelor of Applied Exercise Science/Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

    6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Graduate Certificate in Myopia Management:7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    Career

    Future careers

    The Bachelor of Nutrition/Master of Dietetics and Food Innovation will prepare you for a much wider scope of practice compared to traditional dietetics programs. In just five years, you’ll graduate with both a bachelor’s and an extended master’s degree, which will position you as an expert in the field. You’ll be highly sought after by employers, who are looking for graduates with postgraduate qualifications and a breadth of knowledge, skills and experience. This future-focused degree teaches you the principles of lifelong learning – we’re preparing you for your career, not just your first graduate role.

    This unique combination of nutrition, dietetics and food innovation unlocks a wide range of career possibilities. The dietetics element of this degree will prepare you to work as a dietitian in hospitals, private practices and health organisations. The food innovation component provides career opportunities in the food sector such as food businesses (within food regulations, new product development and innovation teams), agriculture and food not-for-profit organisations. You’ll also be prepared for a career in consulting, advocacy, research, government roles, food marketing and food sustainability.

    Potential roles

    With an Australian-first degree that combines expertise across three key areas, you’ll be primed to take on a variety of roles in health and non-health-related sectors. Below, you can explore the potential industries and roles you might pursue across the field of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Innovation.

    Nutrition

    • Private practice or primary care nutritionist
    • Nutrition researcher
    • Nutrition communication and media consultant
    • Community nutritionist
    • Nutrition policy influencer
    • Author or online nutritionist

    Dietetics

    • Dietitian in public health
    • Medical nutrition therapist
    • Nutrition program manager in allied health sector
    • Community health researcher
    • Consultant for state and federal health departments
    • Public health promotion officer

    Food Innovation

    • Food product design
    • Food service management
    • Food safety regulation consultant
    • Food industry consultant for sectors including agriculture and manufacturing
    • Change implementation manager for creating sustainable food systems.

    Accreditation

    UNSW has received Program Qualification from Dietitians Australia (DA) and will seek accreditation within the required timelines, with the aim of achieving accreditation prior to graduation of the first cohort of students. A graduate of an accredited dietetic program is eligible to become a member of DA and join the Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Program. Full details of the stages in the DA accreditation process are available at dietitiansaustralia.org.au. Direct inquiries to the Dietetics Program Authority, Associate Professor Sara Grafenauer.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 59,500 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Bachelor of Nutrition / Master of Dietetics and Food Innovation

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