Master of Dietetics

Charles Darwin University
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Course Info

Summary

Be a change agent and help people make healthy food choices. Our graduate-entry Master of Dietetics provides you with the knowledge and skills to embark on a career in the field of nutrition and dietetics. Combine theory and practical placements across dietetic practice including food systems, community and public health nutrition, research and clinical services. Be equipped with skills to navigate complex and growing challenges; aiming to address inequities in food, nutrition and health and culturally-safe practice.
During our Master of Dietetics course you will complete 112 days of professional placements, including short intensives at our Casuarina campus and a full-time placement in the final semester.
CDU arranges all placements and has partnerships with health and community organisations across regional, rural and remote locations in the Northern Territory. You are responsible for the cost of attendance including travel and accommodation. CDU cannot guarantee placements near your residential location. You are encouraged to investigate scholarship opportunities.

Inherent requirements apply. Please read and understand the requirements prior to enrolling.
This is a high demand degree.. CDU will prioritise those residing in the Northern Territory, and/or First Nations applicants.

Career Outcomes

Our graduate-entry Master of Dietetics provides you with the knowledge and skills to embark on a career in the field of nutrition and dietetics. Combine theory and practical placements across dietetic practice including food systems, community and public health nutrition, research and clinical services. Be equipped with skills to navigate complex and growing challenges; aiming to address inequities in food, nutrition and health and culturally-safe practice.

About Course
Course Credential

Master

Application Deadline

N/A

Course Availibility

Yes

Course specific Intake

Academics, GPA

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification in a health-related field (inclusive of biomedical science, science, health sciences, nutrition, food science and exercise science); > Applicants must have attained a GPA of at least 5.00 in their bachelor degree; > A brief written statement detailing the following: Why you are interested in the field of dietetics; Your reasons for undertaking this course; Any relevant work experience and skills. > The completion of specified units undertaken in prior qualifications. This must be evidenced in your transcripts along with unit outlines from the year study was undertaken. Pay close attention to the study order sequence of the units listed below. 2 Chemistry units (0.25 EFTSL) 2 Biochemistry units (0.25 EFTSL) studied after the completion of your chemistry units 2 Human Biology units (0.25 EFTSL) 2 Human Physiology units (0.25 ETFSL) studied after the completion of your human biology units 2 Food and Nutrition Science units (0.25 EFTSL) At CDU 0.25 EFTSL is equivalent to 20 credit points.

English requirements

IELTS: A minimum overall score of 7.0 with no score below a 6.5 in reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. TOFEL: PTE: A minimum overall score of 65 with no score less than 58 across all modules reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Course Duration

2 Years

Tuition Fees

AUD 29520.00

*Price shown is for indicative purpose, please check with institution

IMP Notes

Students of the Master of Clinical Audiology may apply for membership with the Australian College of Audiology.

Location

Casuarina campus

Scholarships

Here are some scholarship that are available at The Charles Darwin University.

Combined Adrienne Marshall English Scholarship and Barry Marshall Science Scholarship

Value of scholarship

Tuition Fee Scholarship

Application details:

For further details, please contact the university website.

Eligibility requirements
  • Be students at the Beijing Huija Private School;
  • meet all entry requirements normally applied to the English Language Bridging course and the Bachelor of Science1 course;
  • not be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia; and
  • be liable for international full fees.
Who can apply:

All international

Combined Adrienne Marshall English Scholarship and Barry Marshall Science Scholarship

Value of scholarship

Tuition Fee Scholarship

Application details:

For further details, please contact the university website.

Eligibility requirements
  • Be students at the Beijing Huija Private School;
  • meet all entry requirements normally applied to the English Language Bridging course and the Bachelor of Science1 course;
  • not be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia; and
  • be liable for international full fees.
Who can apply:

All international