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3 Years
On campus
Full time or part-time equivalent
16 February 2026 (Semester 1) | 10 August 2026 (Semester 2) | 15 February 2027 (Semester 1) | 09 August 2027 (Semester 2)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Bruce, Canberra, ACT
Australian National University, 110 Ellery Cresent - Baldessin Precinct Building, Acton, ACT 2601
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Dietitians Australia (DA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Dietitians Australia
Course Content
Nutrition and Disease
Level 3 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutritional Science.
Nutritional Science
Level 2 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutritional Science.
Introduction to Food Science
Level 1 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutritional Science.
Introductory Nutrition
Level 1 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutritional Science.
Integrated Physiology
Level 3 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutritional Science.
Excitable Tissue Physiology
Level 3 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutritional Science.
Fundamentals of Biochemistry
Level 2 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutritional Science.
Biochemistry and Metabolism
Level 2 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutritional Science.
Systemic Anatomy and Physiology
Level 1 unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Regional Anatomy and Physiology
Level 1 unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Professional Orientation (Health)
Level 1 unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Professional Evidence (Health)
Level 3 unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Chemical Concepts
Level 1 unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Chemical Foundations
Level 1 unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Health Program Planning and Evaluation
Level 3 restricted choice unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Professional Practice (Health) 1
Level 2 restricted choice unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Cross-Cultural Professional Practice
Level 3 restricted choice unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Industry and Community Engagement (Health)
Level 3 restricted choice unit within the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations.
Food Science
Level 2 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Nutrition Across the Lifecycle
Level 3 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Nutrition, Society and Health
Level 3 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Sports Nutrition
Level 3 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Health Promotion Principles and Practice
Level 1 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences
Level 1 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Global Nutrition
Level 3 unit within the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Epidemiology and Principles of Research
Level 3 restricted choice unit within the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Evidence Based Practice
Level 4 restricted choice unit within the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Common Questions
Yes. Graduates of the Bachelor of Human Nutrition are eligible for registration as an Associate Nutritionist with the Nutrition Society of Australia.
Yes. The course prepares students for entry into graduate courses in allied health areas, including dietetics and nutrition, sports dietetics, physiotherapy and pharmacy. Students who want to register with the Nutrition Society of Australia and/or apply for postgraduate studies in dietetics are recommended to complete the Specialist Major in Nutrition Practice.
Yes. A Working With Vulnerable People check is required for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements. Some placements also require a police check and an up-to-date vaccination status.
For ACT applicants, assumed knowledge includes Chemistry and Mathematical Methods majors. For NSW applicants, assumed knowledge includes Chemistry and Mathematics.
Yes. Credit transfer arrangements are available for students with work experience (equivalent to Graduate Status / Work Experience / Veteran Tertiary Support Program, 24 credit points), any Australian Certificate IV (AQF4, 12 credit points), any Australian Diploma (AQF5) or Advanced Diploma (AQF6, 24 credit points), and the University of Canberra College Diploma of Health.
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