Overview

The Science (Nutrition and Food Sciences) program at Western Sydney University will help you understand nutrition and the science behind food. You will develop a strong foundation in the biological and chemical sciences needed to underpin your studies with majors in Human Nutrition or Food Science and Technology that allows further specialisation. Benefit from opportunities for work experience through strong links with industry.

Your career

As a Nutrition and Food Science graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities in:

Community nutrition and health

Food product research and development

Food quality assurance

Consumer relations

Health promotion and education

Regulatory affairs

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Functional Proteins and Genes

Forensic and Environmental Analysis

Natural Science Research Methods

Analytical Chemistry

Laboratory Quality Management

Biological Adaptation to Climate Change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-07 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics Food Science View 29 other Bachelors in Food Science in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 041144M
Assumed Knowledge: Students should have at least two unit English, and two unit science (any science) and two unit mathematics at year 12 equivalent.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas must be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

Tuition Fee

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International

35280 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35280 AUD per year during 36 months.

At Western all Undergraduate Award programs offer Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) to Domestic Students.

Living costs for Sydney

1882 - 3547 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Science (Nutrition and Food Sciences).

Available Scholarships

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