Overview

In this Biochemistry and Nutrition programme from Murdoch University, you’ll study the biochemical basis of nutrition, focusing on the structure and function of nutrients and how they influence metabolism, growth, and disease prevention at a molecular and cellular level.

You’ll explore a wide range of topics, including the metabolic roles of protein, carbohydrate, dietary fibre, lipids, vitamins and minerals; signs and symptoms of nutrient deficiency; dietary requirements throughout the lifespan; digestion and absorption of food; and major pathways of energy metabolism, how they are regulated and how they are modified under different physiological states.

Your future career

This major is good preparation for a career in biochemistry, metabolomics, or nutrition research. Careers could include:

Medical Researcher

Biochemist

Nutritional Biochemist/Physiologist

Systems Biologist

Laboratory Technologist/Technician

Biomedical Sales and Marketing Specialist

Human Biology Teacher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biomedical Physiology

Biochemistry

Nutrition and Disease

Human Nutritional Physiology

Advanced Nutrition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-06 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00 , National

More details

Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) deadline for national: 14 January. You can also directly to Murdoch or through an agent.

Language

English

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Credits

24 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics Biochemistry View 67 other Bachelors in Nutrition & Dietetics in Australia

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 117500H

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: Total score of 33 points or higher

French Baccalaureate: Grade average of 14 or higher

GCE A Levels: Minimum of 12 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher

Other ways to qualify for entry - Successful completion of one of the following:

Murdoch University Pre-Law Alternative Entry Course (final grade of 60% or more). Note this course is not available to students on a Student Visa.

Successful study at AQF level 7 (or equivalent) achieving either one semester with a minimum 70% GPA; or two semesters with a minimum 67% GPA. Applicants via this pathway may be requested to attend an interview.

Successful attendance and completion of LAW START, an ability and aptitude Evaluation Pathway. Note this course is not available to students on a Student Visa.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

41990 AUD / year

≈ 41990 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9470 AUD / year

≈ 9470 AUD / year

Additional Details

The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Living costs

Perth

Australia

1328 - 2367 AUD / month

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Key information

Duration

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Delivered

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Additional Details

Living costs

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