Master of Dietetics
Advance your career in clinical nutrition and dietetics with this evidence-based Master's programme.
Best for:Best for graduates with a background in human biosciences and nutrition seeking professional accreditation as a dietitian.
Overview
The Master of Dietetics at Deakin University is a comprehensive coursework programme designed to equip students with the skills to address complex health issues through science-based nutritional interventions. Accredited by Dietitians Australia, the curriculum integrates industry-informed practice with rigorous scientific research to explore the relationship between diet and disease. Students will learn to develop and prescribe treatments for conditions such as obesity, diabetes, allergies, and malnutrition. The programme emphasizes evidence-based practice, enabling graduates to provide effective nutritional care to individuals and communities.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced coursework covering the relationship between diet and chronic disease management.
- Develop skills in prescribing science-based nutritional treatments for diverse health conditions.
- Apply evidence-based research methodologies to solve complex nutritional health issues.
- Participate in industry-informed training to meet professional standards for dietetic practice.
- Analyze nutritional data to improve health outcomes for individuals and communities.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor degree or higher in a related discipline completed within the last 10 years.
Degree offered: Master of Dietetics
Language: English proficiency required for international students.
Instruction: English
- Successful completion of at least 4 units in nutrition and food science covering principles of nutrition, lifespan nutrition, and diet and disease.
- Successful completion of at least 2 units of Chemistry followed by 2 units of Biochemistry.
- Successful completion of at least 2 units of Human Biology followed by 2 units of Human Physiology.
- Must hold a relevant bachelor degree or higher completed within the last 10 years.
- Must meet specific prerequisite unit requirements in biosciences and nutrition.
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official Deakin University course page to review specific entry requirements and application procedures. Applications are submitted through the university's online portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
- Evidence of English language proficiency
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