Overview

Learn how to use the latest evidence to manage patient health and discover the powerful science of human nutrition.

A career in nutrition and dietetics can be rewarding. Through helping people understand how nutrition and health are connected. You play a key role in preventing and combating disease and improving health in your community around the world.

Key facts

You will understand the science of human nutrition and health to gain skills contributing to global well-being. Combined with scientific knowledge and practical learning, you will be ready for a career in nutrition and dietetics.
Gaining problem-solving and communication skills, gaining an understanding of the relationship between food and health. Graduates of the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) programme from University of Newcastle choose electives that interest you to align study with career aspirations. You will be set up for life-long learning in the ever-evolving field of nutrition and dietetics.

Professional Outcomes:

Dietitian

Diabetes educator

Nutritionist

Sports dietitian

Food service manager

Health writer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Chemistry

Food Science

Biomedical Science

Nutrition

Statistics for the Sciences

Human Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-09 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

320 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia
Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

Public Health Nutrition & Dietetics Health Sciences View 67 other Bachelors in Public Health in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 001131C

As part of your application you will need to provide scanned coloured original or certified copies of original documents.

Examples of documents that you may need to provide are:

Academic transcript
Completion certificate
Evidence of English proficiency
Passport biometric page
For programmes requiring work experience, a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and/or letters of work experience are recommended.
Course / subject outlines if you wish to apply for credit for previous studies undertaken

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

42520 AUD / year

≈ 42520 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), per 8 courses (80 units)

Living costs

Newcastle

Australia

1333 - 2400 AUD / month

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Key information

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