The Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences at University of South Australia is a Full Time Bachelor program offered on the City East campus in Adelaide, Australia. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 3 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on February 1, 2027.

About Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences

Be at the forefront of innovation in the food and nutrition industries, with opportunities to go into scientific and advisory roles.
Study at the No.1 university in South Australia for graduate careers in health.¹
Study both food science and nutrition and then choose your specialisation.
Learn from a university with well above world-class research in nutrition and dietetics.²
Learn from industry experts in our dedicated on-campus nutrition and food science hub.
Benefit from UniSA's strong links with the food and nutrition industry.
Build industry connections while you study, with industry placements and field trips to the state's major nutrition and food providers.
Graduate career ready when you complete practical workplace experience.
UniSA is an unstoppable university for unstoppable people.³ As one of the World's Top Young Universities⁴, we'll ensure you get the experience your future profession demands so it'll feel like you're studying one minute and in a career the next.

¹ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-22, Health Services and Support – Overall Employment Indicator (Domestic Undergraduate). SA public universities. ²2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). ³UNSTOPPABLE® is a Kellogg Company trade mark used under licence. ⁴Ranked #52, 2023 THE Young University Rankings.

This unique degree offers practice-based and theoretical learning to ensure you're primed for a healthy career.

During the first two years you'll explore both nutrition and food science topics, gaining a strong understanding of the key elements of each. You'll complete group work and research on topics, including environmentally sustainable food practice, in the sensory lab. You'll get to analyse micro-organisms and explore key topics like food contamination in the microbiology lab.

Your knowledge will be developed in:

biology
chemistry
health in our society
human and lifespan nutrition
biochemistry
physiology
the chemistry of food
food quality and safety
relationships between food bioactives and health
consumer education
influences of the senses on consumer food choice
food sustainability

In your third year you'll specialise in either a nutrition or food science stream.

If you choose nutrition, you'll get to develop:

essential communication skills across a variety of platforms
skills to promote good health through food and nutrition in the community
dietary and exercise plans to manage weight
nutrition for sports, exercise and activity
sustainable nutrition choices

If you choose food science, you'll focus on:

food microbiology
quality assurance in food processing and manufacturing
developing safe, nutritionally and environmentally sound foods for the marketplace
food and beverage fermentation

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences at University of South Australia

Entry Requirements

General Secondary Education Certificate

English Requirements

PTEMin 58
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences

Nutrition is high on Australia's health and wellness agenda. In Australia, the nutrition profession is expected to grow over the next five years.¹Your job will impact all members of society. Through scientific advancements in food and nutrition, you'll have a positive impact on the whole community – from children, teens and parents, to adults of all ages and abilities.

You could gain employment as a:

Community nutritionist: change attitudes toward food and health; provide advice, guidance, and support to people.
Health promotion officer: use social and environmental interventions to improve health.
Sports, exercise and fitness nutritionist: optimise the performance of athletes and physically active people.
Food scientist: use chemistry and biology to look at the microbiological, chemical and physical properties of food and ingredients.
Product development manager: develop innovative products and solutions to meet strategic business objectives.
Microbiology specialist: work in food manufacturing or government to research microorganisms to prevent food-borne diseases.
Food policy advisor: offer qualified health and nutrition advice to the public.
Food safety advisor: conduct food and safety reviews and monitor procedures to ensure standards are met.
Quality assurance officer: conduct assurance audits of production facilities to oversee quality, efficiency and production issues.
Research scientist: conduct lab-based investigations, experiments and trials to broaden scientific understanding; as well as non-lab-based field research and clinical human trials.
Food technician: conduct research and experiments on food products involved in the production process.
Flavour technologist: sample products and conduct experiments to alter the ingredients in food and beverages to make it taste better, replicate a taste, or develop a new taste.

¹Australian Government National Skills Commission Employment Projections 2021

Professional accreditation and recognition

Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for professional membership of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST).

Graduates of the program are initially eligible to apply to the Nutrition Society of Australia for registration as an Associate Nutritionist (ANutr), leading to Registered Nutritionist (RNutr), usually after three years of experience.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences at University of South Australia

How to Apply for Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences at University of South Australia

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The University of South Australia does not charge an application fee.

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Make sure you are aware of entry requirements for the University as well as individual program requirements.

English language requirements
Guidelines on genuine temporary entry
Guidelines on living costs and evidence of funds

Undergraduate – you must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 program or an equivalent program in your home country or a recognised Pathway or Foundation Studies Program. If you are an international student studying Year 12 in Australia you need to apply via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC).

Postgraduate – At a minimum you must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, to the required standard, from a recognised higher institution in Australian or the international equivalent and/or the equivalent professional work experience. The University offers both coursework and research degrees.

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Once you have found the program you wish to study, from the program's home page click 'apply online' which will take you to our easy to use online International Application System. What can you expect from UniSA’s new International Application System:

A quick and easy to use online application form
Ability to track the progress of your application throughout the submission, assessment, offer and acceptance stages
Ability to download offer documents, submit your acceptance and make a payment through our secure online system

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Important information

There is no closing date for submitting your application. Application outcomes will be advised within one to two weeks from the date we receive your application and all required supporting documentation. If you require a student visa, you will need to allow additional time to apply for a student visa.