Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)
Testamur Title of Degree:
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Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)
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Abbreviation:
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MSc
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Home Faculty:
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Health and Behavioural Sciences
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Duration:
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2 years full-time
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Total Credit Points:
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96
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Delivery Mode:
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Face-to-Face
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Starting Session(s):
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Autumn
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Location:
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Wollongong
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UOW Course Code:
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574H
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CRICOS Code:
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007054G
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Overview
The Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) consists of coursework and placements, and develops knowledge and skills required by nutritionists/dietitians working in a variety of community and public health settings, hospitals, and other tertiary health care facilities.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
A Bachelor degree (incorporating a full year of study of both biochemistry and human physiology) of at least 3 years duration from a recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent. Entry is competitive, and it is only possible to admit a limited number of students each year. If the number of applicants exceeds the quota, admission will be based on academic qualifications.
International students are required to have achieved an IELTS score of 6.5, with a level of at least 6 in all bands, reading and writing, speaking and listening.
Advanced Standing
Depending on their undergraduate degree, students can apply for advanced standing for up to 24 credit points, which would allow completion in 18 months of full-time study.
Course Requirements
The Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) is comprised of 96 credit points of subjects and can be taken as 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
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Course Program
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Subjects (by year)
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Session
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Credit Points
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Year 1
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GHMA930
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Community and Public Health Nutrition*
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Autumn
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8
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GHMA931
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Nutrients and Metabolism*
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Autumn
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8
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GHMA932
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Research in Human Nutrition*
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Autumn
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8
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GHMA997
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Major Project
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Spring
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24
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Year 2
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GHMA933
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Communication in Health Care Practice
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Autumn
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8
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GHMA934
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Dietetics
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Autumn
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8
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GHMA935
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Food Service and Dietetics Management
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Autumn
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8
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GHMA937
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Practical Studies in Nutrition and Dietetics
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Spring
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24
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* Graduates of the BSc (Nutrition) degree from the University of Wollongong may apply for exemption from these subjects.
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Professional Recognition
Graduates holding the Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) are eligible for membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA), and may be employed as nutritionists/dietitians in Australia and certain overseas countries.
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