More than 7% of total burden of disease in Australia is due to poor diet.* Study Deakin's Bachelor of Nutrition Science and help tackle the challenges facing our society including disease prevention, lifespan nutrition, obesity, the spread of misinformation, and the social and physiological effects of food on our wellbeing. Modelled on commercial laboratories, our food preparation, food analysis and two sensory laboratories give students hands-on real-world laboratory experience preparing you for the workplace.
Gain at least 75 hours of workplace training through industry placement. These experiences ensure you have the practical skills to improve health through food and nutrition – skills that are increasingly in demand as society grapples with nutrition-related diseases and their impact on wellbeing. This course provides a pathway to the Master of Dietetics, which allocates ~60% of places to Deakin graduates.
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Delivery mode
This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
221 Burwood Highway, Burwood 3125
Entry Requirements
You must meet ONE of the following requirements:
Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR score 60.00 or equivalent.
Current or Recent Year 12 Admission Requirements:
Academic requirements:
Year 12 prerequisite subjects:
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English EAL (English as an Additional Language) or at least 25 in English other than EAL
ATAR: Senior Secondary Certificate of Education with an unadjusted ATAR of at least 50 or equivalent
English language proficiency requirements:t
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 25 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
Higher Education Study Admission Requirements:
Academic requirements:
Successful completion of at least two bachelor level or above units (AQF Level 7 or equivalent)
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) - Multiple Choice:
- Required for applicants without senior secondary education in the last ten years
- Not required if the applicant has undertaken any tertiary study (minimum certificate IV)
English language proficiency requirements:
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 25 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
VET Study Admission Requirements:
Academic requirements:
- Completion of a certificate IV or higher in a related discipline
- Completion of a diploma or higher in any discipline
- At least 50% completion of a diploma or higher in a related discipline
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) - Multiple Choice:
- Required for applicants without senior secondary education in the last ten years
- Not required if the applicant has undertaken any tertiary study (minimum Certificate IV)
English language proficiency requirements:
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 25 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
Work and Life Experience Admission Requirements:
Academic requirements:
If you finished Year 12 more than three years ago or did not finish Year 12 and haven’t undertaken any further study, you may be considered based on your work, volunteer, and/or life experience.
Submit a personal statement outlining your motivation to study, previous education and employment history, and how this course can assist your career aspirations or progression.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) - Multiple Choice:
- Required for applicants without senior secondary education in the last ten years
- Not required if the applicant has undertaken any tertiary study (minimum certificate IV)
English language proficiency requirements:
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 25 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
Admission Criteria:
Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances. Meeting the minimum course entry requirements does not guarantee admission.
Course fees
Course fee
$27,987
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