Bachelor of Nutrition Science

Graduates may apply for the credential of associate nutritionist with the Nutrition Society of Australia (NSA) and have the option to register as a registered nutritionist after three years’ work experience. Graduates are also eligible for membership as a registered public health nutritionist with the Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA), as well as a graduate member with the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST).

This degree is designed to meet the prerequisite requirements for admission into the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics, which is required to be eligible for full membership of Dietitians Australia and the Accredited Practising Dietitian Credential.

Nutritionists can work in a range of settings:

• Community and public health nutrition
• Non-government organisations, e.g. charities, advocacy groups
• National organisations, e.g. Food Standards Australia and New Zealand
• State and Federal health departments
• Food industry and manufacturing, e.g. small to medium food companies
• Fitness industry, e.g. gyms, sporting organisations
• Retail food outlets
• Retail health-food outlets
• Supermarket operations
• Open innovation companies
• Health and medical practices (within scope of practice)

To succeed in your chosen course, you should have completed relevant subjects in senior high school or other qualifications. For more information, refer to UOW's Entry Requirements page.

The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.