Deakin University
Master of Dietetics
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Dietetics prepares you to solve widespread health issues through science-based, diet-related treatments. Take a big step towards becoming an Accredited Practising Dietitian, and build advanced skills that allow you to improve the health and wellbeing of the individuals and communities you work with.
If your goal is to become an accredited practising dietitian, why not join a program that has over 45 years of experience developing industry-ready dietitians?
Delivery mode
Deakin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 221 Burwood Highway, Burwood
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet all the following criteria:
- completion of a bachelor degree or higher in a related discipline (must have been completed within the last 10 years), including successful completion of the following units of study in Human Biosciences and Food and Nutrition Science:
- at least 4 units of nutrition and food science study covering content relating to principles of nutrition, lifespan nutrition diet and disease and food science
- at least 2 units of Chemistry followed by at least 2 units of Biochemistry
- at least 2 units of Human Physiology content with at least 2 units of Human Biology followed by at least 2 units of Human Physiology
Course fees
$38,600
$47,600
$38,600
$47,600
Career opportunities
The Master of Dietetics will prepare you for the following roles.
Dietitian
A Dietitian provides advice on diet and nutritional needs. You might be helping clients with specific needs such as gaining or losing weight or hel...
Clinical Dietitian
A Clinical Dietitian assesses and manages the nutritional needs of patients to support their health and recovery. You might work in hospitals, clin...
Public Health Nutritionist
A Public Health Nutritionist promotes healthy eating habits and nutritional practices to improve community health. You might work in government age...
Sports Dietitian
A Sports Dietitian provides specialised nutritional advice to athletes and active individuals to enhance performance and recovery. You might work i...
About Deakin University
Over 60,000 students from Australia and around the world choose Deakin for progressive, real-world learning that leads to career success.
What do you want from your university experience? If you want to connect with brilliant minds, learn by doing in world-class facilities and take the right step towards your ultimate career, you’ll thrive at Deakin. As an internationally recognised university for over 45 years, we’ve supported over 300,000 students on their journeys to great things.
Our innovation and excellence in both education and research generate ideas that transform lives and communities. We will be Australia’s most progressive and responsive university, leading in blending digital capability with our distinctive campus precincts. We will leverage strong partnerships to maximise the social, cultural and economic impact we deliver regionally, nationally and globally.
Graduate more fulfilled and confident about the future at a university that puts your study experience first. Whether you’re studying online or on campus, you’ll feel supported to achieve your best and transition into a job you love.
