Graduate Diploma in Nutritional Science

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra

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University of Canberra

Australia , Canberra

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

072530M

Campuses

Bruce

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines16-Feb-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 34,600 / year(s)

Next Intake 16-Feb-2026

Graduate Diploma in Nutritional Science

About

Get a taste for the science of nutrition

Learn more about human physiology, biochemistry and how nutrition affects the human body from a social, biochemical, disease and life cycle-oriented context with a UC Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition course.

In this course, you will study a diverse range of subjects that will give you a deeper understanding of human nutrition while offering a clearer understanding of what health-related study options are available to you moving forward. This course is perfect for students from a broader health science background looking to specialise in nutrition science, or those looking at entering the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics program and need additional pre-requisites to gain access.

This course also offers an alternative exit pathway for students who commence the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics but due to lifestyle or career changes, choose not to complete the degree. Get a taste for nutrition science. Register for the UC Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition course today.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
a) a completed bachelor degree in science, or a related discipline*,
b) two degree level units in chemistry,
c) two degree level units in human biology and human physiology.

* a related discipline includes health, science, applied science.

English Program Requirements

An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 34,600

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia: