University of Canberra
University of Canberra

11 Kirinari Street, Bruce, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Master of Nutrition and Dietetics (772AA)

Master's Degree

Program Summary

Program Description

If serious about nutrition and influencing the dietary needs of an ever-expanding and aging population, then the UC Master of Nutrition course provides the necessary skills and qualifications to have their ideas influence change at the local and national level.

As part of this course, students will use their existing knowledge and experience to plan and execute a research project of their choice and then participate in 20 weeks of full-time workplace education to help bring this project to life -  all with full support and encouragement from academic and industry experts and mentors.

Depending on the selected research topic, this placement will take place in hospitals, community centers or food service departments – all settings which offer a unique opportunity to gain frontline experience and network with industry professionals.

Also, the UC Master of Nutrition and Dietetics course is the only course in Australia which also offers all graduating students an additional 4-week internship where students will be actively encouraged to broaden their networks and explore employment opportunities at the same time.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

60%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

50

Writing

50

Listening

50

Speaking

50

Program Intakes

Open date

June 1, 2026

Submission deadline

December 1, 2026

Open date

June 1, 2027

Submission deadline

December 1, 2027

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

2 year master's degree including 24 weeks of placement

Program Length

$29710 AUD

Cost of Living

$0 AUD

Application fee

$42200 AUD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Fee: $565 per year
Student Services and Amenities Fee: $326 per year