- Benefit from direct contact with professionally trained dietitians
- Clinical graduates are highly sought-after
- Opportunities for professional placements during the degree
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
Award abbreviation: BNut&Diet
QTAC code: 013121
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-8 / Rank-86
Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences
Recommended prior preparation: Criminal History check, Hepatitis B immunisation (refer to Program requirements)
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places
Total units: 384
USC program code: SC353
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa. International students should apply for the Bachelor of Nutrition, which provides a pathway towards careers in nutrition research, public health and community nutrition, food industry, health education and nutrition consultancy.
Work towards professional accreditation and graduate ready for clinical practice in the private and public health areas.
This program focuses on practical applications of the principles of human nutrition to dietary design and management for individuals and groups. You gain a background in science, psychology, business and public health policy areas as a foundation for applied and clinical studies. Advanced courses focus on the application of knowledge of human nutrition to professional practice in clinical, community and food service environments. You undertake work-integrated learning to put theory into practice. The program can lead to entry to the Accredited Practising Dietitian Program.
Additional admission requirements
This program has higher English language proficiency requirements than most other programs at this level offered by the University.
Refer to the English language requirements for more information.
Post-admission requirements
Students are required to undertake a criminal history check; obtain a Suitability Card; and provide evidence of hepatitis B vaccination prior to clinical placement in Year 4.
Career opportunities
Clinical, hospital and private practice dietitian, community nutrition, sports nutrition, food service administration, research, education.
Professional recognition
Graduates may become members of the Dietitians Association of Australia*; Sports Dietitians Australia*; Sports Medicine Australia. Graduates are also eligible for enrolment in the Accredited Practicing Dietitian Program of the Dietitians Association of Australia.
* Pending professional registration. Please note: USC cannot apply for full accreditation of the program until the first graduates have been in the workforce for two years.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete all courses as listed below.
In order to commence clinical placement you must:
- Hold a valid Suitability Card (Blue Card), throughout the duration of your program, which is issued by the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian (CCYPCG). You should allow 12 weeks for CCYPCG to issue the card. Note students who do not possess a valid Blue Card will be unable to complete the clinical practice component of their program and will be unable to meet graduation requirements.
- Have a National Criminal History check (by Queensland Police Service or other state/territory authority).
- Show evidence of complete Hepatitis B vaccination (3 inoculations over a period of six months).
- Complete an orientation package, (a Queensland Health [QH] requirement) before undertaking any placement which involves QH. The package can be completed online.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the [TabLink top Study Plan]Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (1)
Select 1 course from:
COR109
COR110
COR111
Introductory courses (7)
LFS100 Cell Biology
LFS112 Human Physiology
LFS122 Human Anatomy
PUB104 Introduction to Behavioural Health
PUB112 Public Health Foundations
SCI105 Introductory Chemistry
SCI110 Science Research Methods
Advanced courses (20)
LFS201
LFS202
LFS251 Biochemistry
LFS303 Pathophysiology
NUT201 Food Studies
NUT202 Nutrition Assessment
NUT211
NUT212 Principles of Nutrition
NUT232 Nutritional Biochemistry
NUT301 Advanced Public Health Nutrition
NUT302 Medical Nutrition Therapy 2
NUT312 Food Service Systems
NUT321
NUT331
NUT332
NUT351 Medical Nutrition Therapy 1
NUT352
NUT361 Counselling and Communication Skills for Dietetics
NUT401 Nutrition and Dietetics Research and Evaluation
PUB361 Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Study Plan
This Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics Study Plan is for students commencing in the current Semester.
Year 1
- One (1) Core course:
Complete one COR course in Semester 2.
Core course: (1)
Select 1 course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Business Analytics | |||
| COR110 Managing Workplace Relations | |||
| COR111 Sport and Event Marketing |
Required courses: (7)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS100 Professional Learning: Inclusivity and Diversity | |||
| PUB104 Professional Learning: Professional Engagement | |||
| SCI105 Introduction to Economics | |||
| SCI110 Software Development 1 | |||
| LFS112 Systems Analysis and Design | |||
| LFS122 Small Business and New Venture Management | |||
| NUT211 E-Learning Leader |
Year 2
- Eight (8) required courses
Required courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS201 Education for Sustainability | |||
| LFS251 Internship | |||
| NUT201 Development and Early Learning | |||
| NUT212 Learning Choices | |||
| LFS202 Teaching Reading and Writing | |||
| NUT202 Teaching Mathematics | |||
| NUT232 Alternative Schooling Pedagogies | |||
| PUB112 Contexts of Disability and Differences |
Year 3
- Eight (8) required courses
Required courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS303 Communication and Thought | |||
| NUT351 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| NUT352 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| PUB361 Cell Biology | |||
| NUT301 Introduction to Behavioural Health | |||
| NUT302 Chemistry | |||
| NUT312 Science Research Methods | |||
| NUT361 Human Physiology |
Year 4
- Four (4) required courses
Required courses: (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NUT321 | ||||
| NUT331 | ||||
| NUT401 Nutrition and Dietetics Research and Evaluation |
| 24 | Pre: NUT333 and NUT301 and NUT302 and NUT312 and NUT361 and NUT309 and enrolled in Program SC302 or SC406 | |
| NUT332 |