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Master of Nutrition and Dietetics

Turn nutrition knowledge into professional practice. Build clinical, communication, and research skills. Become an Accredited Practising Dietitian. 

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Our team is available during Australian business hours, 9 am to 5 pm.

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Applicants can apply directly to UOW. You may be required to have scans or electronic copies of the following documents ready to attach to your application:

  • Academic qualifications relevant to your application
  • English proficiency evidence (if required)
  • Evidence of your citizenship, passport, or permanent residency status

Before you apply, please check the UOW course entry requirements, intake dates, and closing dates for your chosen degree.

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Student ?
Year ?
Campus
Wollongong
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
2 years full-time
Starts
  • Autumn 2026
Codes
CRICOS: 007054G
UOW: 1631

Overview

Turn your nutrition knowledge into a career as an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD). The Master of Nutrition and Dietetics is designed for graduates with a background in nutrition or health sciences who want to work directly with individuals, communities, and healthcare teams to prevent and manage disease.

You’ll learn how to assess nutritional needs, develop treatment plans, and provide evidence-based nutrition care. Along the way, you’ll develop the clinical reasoning, counselling, and communication skills expected of an accredited dietitian.

A standout feature of the degree is its strong professional focus. You’ll complete 800 hours of supervised placement across professional settings, with placements organised by UOW.

You'll also complete a 20-week research project, building skills in evidence appraisal, data analysis, and research translation while exploring real-world nutrition and dietetics challenges. 

These experiences help you build confidence, develop professional capability, and graduate ready to practise. 

Accredited by Dietitians Australia, the degree meets the academic requirements to pursue Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status after graduation. 

See the course handbook for more information.

During your 800 hours of supervised professional placement, you’ll have the opportunity to work across professional settings including:  

  • Clinical dietetics in hospitals 
  • Community and public health settings 
  • Food service and nutrition management environments 
  • Metropolitan, regional and rural health services

Before placement, you’ll strengthen your communication, counselling and clinical decision-making skills through practical learning experiences, including simulated patient consultations and AI-supported scenarios that provide personalised feedback.

One of the strengths of UOW's approach is the focus on translating science into practice. You’ll learn how to evaluate research, communicate complex information clearly, and turn evidence into practical strategies that improve health outcomes for individuals and communities.

You’ll learn from experienced dietitians and researchers who contribute to clinical guidelines, professional organisations, and industry initiatives. Combined with UOW’s long-standing reputation in dietetics education, this connection to current practice helps ensure your learning reflects the evolving needs of the profession. 

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  • Clinical Dietitian 
  • Community Dietitian 
  • Food Industry Dietitian 
  • Food Service Dietitian 
  • Health Policy Officer 
  • Health Promotion Officer 
  • Medical Writer 
  • NDIS Dietitian 
  • Nutrition Communications Specialist 
  • Nutrition Consultant 
  • Nutrition Program Coordinator 
  • Private Practice Dietitian 
  • Product Development Specialist 
  • Public Health Nutritionist 
  • Research Dietitian 
  • Sports Dietitian
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Accreditation & professional recognition

The Master of Nutrition and Dietetics has full accreditation with Dietitians Australia, making all graduates eligible for the credential of Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD). Graduates have the option to register as a Accredited Sports Dietitian after one year of practice with Sports Dietitians Australia. Graduates may apply for the credential of Associate Nutritionist with the Nutrition Society of Australia and have the option to register as a Registered Nutritionist after 3 years’ work experience. Graduates are also eligible for membership as a Registered Public Health Nutritionist with the Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA), as well as a Graduate Member with the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST).

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

A bachelor’s degree of at least three years’ duration from a recognised tertiary institution, including content in human biosciences, food, and nutrition, taught within an evidence-based paradigm.

Human Biosciences and Food and Nutrition Science must include:

  1. Chemistry (0.25 EFTSL) followed by Biochemistry (0.25 EFTSL – typically two subjects at second-year level or higher, including metabolic biochemistry and laboratory practicals);
  2. Human Biology (0.25 EFTSL) followed by Human Physiology (0.25 EFTSL – typically two subjects at second-year level or higher, including systems physiology with laboratory practicals);
  3. Nutrition Science scaffolded across years of study (0.5 EFTSL – typically four subjects at different year levels across the degree); and
  4. Statistics, preferably biostatistics.

Candidates must meet the prerequisites for study. These prerequisites are detailed in the Supplementary Information Form.

Candidates must provide two referees' reports and submit their completed Supplementary Information Form with their application. Referee reports do not need to be requested as they go directly to the Faculty.

  • English Language Requirements

    The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

     

    English Test

    Overall Score

    Reading

    Writing

    Listening

    Speaking
    IELTS Academic

    7.0

    7.0

    7.0

    7.0

    7.0

     

    UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Distinction (weighted average mark of 75 overall and minimum 75 in Academic Reading and Writing (ARW) and 75 in Academic Listening and Speaking (ALS))

    Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.


Compulsory Work Based Placement
Your study program requires you to attend workplace experience or clinical placements within a range of health-related settings, completed over 20 weeks (totaling 800 hours, at 40 hours per week). Before you can commence a placement within a NSW Health facility, you must meet NSW Health’s mandatory requirements for a police check, code of conduct, and immunisation/vaccination.
Details of these and other pre-placement requirements can be found on the UOW Health Placements site.

  • Workload

    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    Students who have completed the Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) at the University of Wollongong can apply for specified academic credit of up to a maximum of 24 credit points.

    Students who hold other qualifications may also be eligible for specified credit. This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Course Coordinator and recommended for approval by the Head of School.

     

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
WollongongOn Campus$20880 (2026)$83520 (2026)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

  • Autumn Session, 2026 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session. Applicants must provide two referee reports and a supplementary information form.

    ApplicationDate
    International30 September, 2025
    Domestic (direct)30 September, 2025

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    Orientation Check your campus details
    Session start2 March, 2026
    Census date31 March, 2026
    Mid-session recess20 - 24 April, 2026
    Session end25 June, 2026
  • Autumn Session, 2027 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session. Applicants must provide two referee reports and a supplementary information form.

    ApplicationDate
    International30 September, 2026
    Domestic (direct)30 September, 2026

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    Orientation Check your campus details
    Session start1 March, 2027
    Census date31 March, 2027
    Mid-session recess19 - 23 April, 2027
    Session end24 June, 2027
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