Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Nutrition is an undergraduate degree offered by Charles Darwin University (CDU), preparing students in the field of nutrition science. CDU is recognised for outstanding graduate employment outcomes, holding a 5-star rating from the Good Universities Guide 2023, and ranks among the top institutions in Australia for undergraduate starting salaries.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Ellengowan Drive, Brinkin NT 0810 (Casuarina Campus, Larrakia country)

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Completion of a qualification deemed equivalent to Australian Year 12 by the University's qualification assessment references
Applicants may be required to satisfy specific course requirements, such as a minimum overall grade score or prerequisite knowledge
For China: Year 12 with a minimum 80% for Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Nutrition courses
English language requirement: IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score less than 6.0 (standard undergraduate entry), or equivalent score in PTE, TOEFL, Cambridge English Advanced (CAE), Common European Framework Certificate, or Duolingo English Test
Some courses may require higher levels of English or only accept specific English language tests
International applicants who have completed the CDU Foundation Studies Program or an equivalent program at another Australian institution with a minimum of 65% in Foundation English Units A and B may also be eligible
Country-specific academic entry requirements apply (see CDU's full list of country equivalencies)

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Dietitians Australia (DA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Dietitians Australia

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What research has CDU conducted in the field of nutrition?

CDU researchers, including Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics Rachael Smalley and Dean of Nursing & Midwifery Professor Natasha Franklin, co-authored a comprehensive 10-year study based on a cross-sectional dataset of 980 patients that highlighted high rates of malnutrition among adult patients in remote Australian hospitals, finding that more than half of the patients screened were at risk of malnutrition.

What factors contribute to malnutrition risks in remote areas according to CDU research?

According to Professor Natasha Franklin, factors associated with living in remote areas that can further increase the risks of health disadvantages include food insecurity, socioeconomic disadvantage, geographic isolation, limited access to healthcare services, and high burden of chronic disease.

What tools were validated in CDU's malnutrition study for use in remote hospitals?

The study confirmed that the Adult Nutrition Tool and the Malnutrition Screening Tool were valid tools to predict malnutrition in a unique remote hospital setting, helping with early detection of malnutrition.

What approach does CDU's research recommend for managing malnourished patients in remote settings?

CDU's research highlights the need for earlier intervention and detection when managing patients who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition, and emphasises that a multidisciplinary approach including community and hospital coordinated care is critical for patients' long-term nutrition care.

Application

How to Apply

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Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $58,000 to $68,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $68,000 to $85,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $85,000 to $105,000 per year

Career Paths

Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)Clinical Dietitian (Hospital / Acute Care)Community Health DietitianPublic Health NutritionistPaediatric Dietitian

Key Skills

Nutritional assessment and dietary analysisMedical nutrition therapy and clinical dieteticsMeal planning and therapeutic diet prescriptionEvidence-based practice and critical appraisal of nutrition researchPatient counselling and behaviour change communication

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