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The University of Queensland (UQ)

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Master of Dietetics Studies

  • Masters (Coursework)

Gain a deeper understanding of nutrition to become an Accredited Practising Dietitian.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Course Code
5473, 065374K
Intake Months
Feb
International Fees
$51,200 per year / $76,800 total

About this course

Gain a deeper understanding of nutrition to become an Accredited Practising Dietitian.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

An approved degree with completed tertiary studies in biochemistry, physiology and nutrition that meet the accreditation requirements of the national standards for dietetics.
Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity.The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2020 was 4.6.
A provisional entry pathway is available to domestic students.
An approved degree with completed tertiary studies in biochemistry, physiology and nutrition that meet the accreditation requirements of the national standards for dietetics.
Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity.The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2020 was 4.6.
A provisional entry pathway is available to domestic students.
GPA equivalent

Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we'll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

Equivalent subjects
SubjectQualification equivalent
English language requirements

IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.

TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.

Pearsons - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.

CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.

BE and OET are not accepted.

There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

Learn how to meet the English language requirements

Inherent requirements

To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply.

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Student visas

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Dietetics Studies are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.

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Need help meeting the entry requirements?

We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program.

If you haven't completed the prerequisites, we can help.

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Additional application information

Prior approved studies must have been successfully completed within the 10 year period immediately preceding the proposed date of commencement, and include:

PrerequisiteUnitsUQ equivalent *course(s)
Public health nutrition at 2000 level or higher4NUTR3011 + NUTR3012
Nutrition at 2000 level or higher4NUTR2101 + NUTR3201
Human Physiology/Biology (incl. 4 units in human physiology) at 2000 level or higher

(4 semester sequence in anatomy/physiology must be demonstrated)

8[(BIOM1000 + ANAT1000) or (BIOL1020 + BIOL1040) or (BIOM1050 + (PHYL1007 or ANAT1005)) or (BIOM1070 + BIOM1071)] + [BIOM2011 or PHYL2730] + [BIOM2012 or BIOM2015]
Research methods (incl. statistical component)2HMST3846 or PUBH2007
Behavioural science2PSYC1030
Food sciences in commodities2FOOD2000
Chemistry/Biochemistry (incl. 4 units in biochemistry) at 2000 level or higher

(4 semester sequence in biochemistry must be demonstrated)

8[CHEM1010 or CHEM1090 or CHEM1100] + [CHEM1020 or CHEM1021 or CHEM1022 or CHEM1200 or CHEM1221 or CHEM1222] + BIOC2000 + [BIOL3230 or BIOC3006]
*Not an exhaustive list of courses.

Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on this website.

For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.

If an applicant has results pending in the semester of application, the results will not be included in the selection process.

Additional application information

Prior approved studies must have been successfully completed within the 10 year period immediately preceding the proposed date of commencement, and include:<10>

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PrerequisiteUnitsUQ equivalent *course(s)
Public health nutrition at 2000 level or higher4NUTR3011 + NUTR3012
Nutrition at 2000 level or higher4NUTR2101 + NUTR3201
Human Physiology/Biology (incl. 4 units in human physiology) at 2000 level or higher

(4 semester sequence in anatomy/physiology must be demonstrated)

8[(BIOM1000 + ANAT1000) or (BIOL1020 + BIOL1040) or (BIOM1050 + (PHYL1007 or ANAT1005)) or (BIOM1070 + BIOM1071)] + [BIOM2011 or PHYL2730] + [BIOM2012 or BIOM2015]
Research methods (incl. statistical component)2HMST3846 or PUBH2007
Behavioural science2PSYC1030
Food sciences in commodities2FOOD2000
Chemistry/Biochemistry (incl. 4 units in biochemistry) at 2000 level or higher

(4 semester sequence in biochemistry must be demonstrated)

8[CHEM1010 or CHEM1090 or CHEM1100] + [CHEM1020 or CHEM1021 or CHEM1022 or CHEM1200 or CHEM1221 or CHEM1222] + BIOC2000 + [BIOL3230 or BIOC3006]
<10>*Not an exhaustive list of courses.<10><10>

Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on this website.<10><10>

For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.<10><10>

If an applicant has results pending in the semester of application, the results will not be included in the selection process.

Study locations

St Lucia

What you will learn

  • Be confident and job-ready with 850 hours of fully-supervised clinical/industry placement and practical experience in our on-campus dietetics clinics.
  • Learn theory at the same time as gaining hands-on, practical experience from your first semester.
  • Choose to complete a research project and build the foundations of your professional reputation.
  • Be in high demand with employers in the rapidly growing nutrition sector through your in-depth knowledge and practical skills.

Career pathways

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Dietitian
  • Clinical dietitian
  • Community dietitian
  • Food industry dietitian
  • Food service dietitian
  • Private practice dietitian
  • Public health dietitian
  • Researcher
  • Sports dietitian

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at The University of Queensland (UQ).
86.1%
Overall satisfaction
79.2%
Skill scale
73%
Teaching scale
77.9%
Employed full-time
$73k
Average salary