Bachelor of Science and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics
University of Sydney
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
In this double degree you will complete units in human biology, chemistry, biochemistry and molecular biology, human physiology, food science and nutrition science, which are the necessary prerequisites for accreditation by the Dietitians Australia. A credit average in Bachelor of Science is necessary for progression into the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics. The first-year units of study of Master of Nutrition and Dietetics must be completed before you can undertake the research and professional placements
Areas of study
For Bachelor of Science: You will need to complete a program in nutrition and dietetics including a major in nutrition science. A minor or second major must also be taken from those available in 513910 Bachelor of Science Table A or the wide range majors offered from areas across the University in Table S. For Master of Nutrition and Dietetics: Medical nutrition therapy, or public health nutrition, food service management.
Career opportunities
Dietitian in private practice, community health, food service management, food industry, nutritional researcher, hospital dietitian.
Professional recognition
The Master of Nutrition and Dietetics is currently accredited by the Dietitians Australia.
Practical experience
The Master of Nutrition and Dietetics includes 20 weeks of individual case management, community and food service placement training. You will also undertake research that may include laboratory work or a supervised hospital project.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current University of Sydney fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Inherent requirements: To successfully complete this course, a student must be able to carry out a list of inherent requirements outlined on the University of Sydney website.
Prerequisites
For 2024: Mathematics Advanced (Band 4) or Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E3) or Mathematics Extension 2 (Band E3). From 2025: None.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: For Science; Mathematics Advanced, Chemistry and Biology. All students must take some units of study in mathematics during their undergraduate degree. Other assumed knowledge depends on major or units of study chosen.
Guaranteed selection rank: This course does not have a guaranteed ATAR. For most applicants, the expected ATAR required will be 97.50 or higher.
Dalyell Scholars: This stream for high achieving students (ATAR of 98.00 or higher) provides mentorship, professional skills development, academic enrichment opportunities and access to a global mobility scholarship. Entry to the Dalyell Scholars stream is by invitation.
Other applicants
Refer to the University of Sydney general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Sydney website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Global mobility/international experience
At the University of Sydney, every undergraduate student has access to global opportunities. These opportunities may include overseas field schools, global professional placements, and student exchanges (one-year, single semester and shorter-term durations) with more than 300 partner universities worldwide.
Open Learning Environment (OLE)
Open Learning Environment (OLE) units are short, on-demand and workshop- supported. They enable you to broaden your skills in areas such as entrepreneurial thinking, persuasive communication, project management and ethical reasoning. OLEs are available to all students at the University, while students commencing in liberal studies degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Commerce or combined Bachelor of Advanced Studies) and some specialist degrees (Bachelor of Economics) must complete 6 credit points of OLE units.
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and/or interview, while the ATAR is used only as an indicator of your ability to undertake tertiary studies.
Faculty handbooks
View available first-year subjects in the University of Sydney handbooks.