Edith Cowan University
Master of Nutrition and Dietetics
Joondalup, Australia
DURATION
4 Semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
24 Feb 2025
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
A pathway to the profession of dietetics, this coursework Masters integrates theoretical and practical components across clinical dietetics, food service, community and public health and research.
Students are trained to understand and interpret nutrition science, assess nutritional needs, conduct research and give dietary advice for general health and specialised requirements, including medical conditions and improved performance.
Graduates are eligible to become full members of the Dietitians Australia (DA) and join the Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Program. APD is the only credential recognised in Australia by the government and many private health insurers.
Students can choose from three undergraduate courses that offer a pathway to the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics: the Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition Bioscience Major), the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Nutrition Science Major), or the Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science) with a recommended set of electives. Graduates of the Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science) are also eligible to register with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), gaining an opportunity for dual accreditation (ESSA and APD).
Professional Recognition
Course
Accredited by: Dietitians Australia (DA)
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Career Opportunities
Graduates can work across a variety of areas such as clinical patient care, community nutrition and public health, institutional food service, food industry, research and teaching, nutrition marketing and journalism, sports nutrition and consultancy/private practice.