Master of Human Nutrition
Deakin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00113B
Study the Master of Human Nutrition to gain an expert understanding of the relationship between nutrition and health. Then, develop skills to translate this evidence-based knowledge into advice, policy and research that improves the health and wellbeing of whole populations.
Designed for
Graduates working in areas requiring some knowledge of nutrition, such as agriculture, biology and marketing or those teaching subjects such as home economics, biology or physical education
Structure
- 12 credit points comprising: 6 core units (these are compulsory) worth 1 credit point each
- Plus one of the following options: Research Based Project Option A
- HSN753 Research Practice in Human Nutrition and 5 elective units
- OR Research Based Project Option B (Research focus). HSN750 Nutrition Research Project Part A (2 credit points) and HSN751 Nutrition Research Project Part B (2 credit points) and 2 elective units
- Up to 2 elective credit points may be chosen from postgraduate units offered by any faculty of the University (subject to unit rules and approval by the Course Director).
Subjects
- For information on major subjects please contact Health enquiries at health-enquire@deakin.edu.au
Standard entry requirements
It will take you 1.5 years or 1 year to complete your 1.5 year masters degree depending on your previous qualifications and professional experience. 1.5 years full time (3 years part time) – 12 credit pointsAdmission is based on:Bachelor degree or higher in a related discipline, orBachelor degree or higher in any discipline, plus two years relevant work experience, orEvidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent1 year full time (2 years part time) – 8 credit pointsAdmission is based on:Bachelor honours (AQF8) degree or higher in a related discipline, orBachelor degree or higher in a related discipline, plus two years relevant work experience, orGraduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma or higher in a related discipline, orEvidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent
Recognition
Growing public interest in the relationship between diet and health is evident and, as a result, there are increasing demands from the public for reliable and trustworthy information. In response, the Nutrition Society of Australia (NSA) has developed a 'Register of Nutritionists' to establish a list of appropriately qualified nutrition professionals.
Study pathways
Students who wish to undertake a PhD in the future are recommended to complete units HSN715, HSN719, HSN750 and HSN751.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Cloud(online) | Domestic: $44,400 International: $45,900 | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Cloud(online).
Note that this course is available to international students via offshore external study only.
Further information
For other information please contact Health enquiries at health-enquire@deakin.edu.au
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