Bachelor of Science and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics

The University of Sydney

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Qualification

5 Years

Course duration

1/31/2026

Start Date

US$38025

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With a solid foundation in science plus a two-year master's degree, the five-year Bachelor of Science and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics provides the training you need to launch straight into a career in nutrition and dietetics. For the first time in history, there are more overfed people in the world than underfed people. Statistics such as these are driving our need to train professionals who can help create healthier communities. Your degree will give you access to eminent dietitians and scientists at the cutting edge of dietetic, nutrition and medical research and practice. Join the most highly regarded and longest running program in nutrition and dietetics in Australia (50 years in 2017). Our teaching is research-driven to ensure you gain exposure to the latest developments and advances in evidence-based dietetics, the science of nutrition, and community and public health nutrition. Our nutrition science course is distinct among Australian universities: we offer a strong life sciences approach, allowing you to pursue postgraduate research in nutrition or diversify to include specialisations in both human and animal nutrition. During the Bachelor of Science, you will study biochemistry, molecular biology and human physiology, which are necessary prerequisites for the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics program. You will also complete a major in nutrition science. In the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics, your first year will consist of a series of lectures, tutorials and practical classes introducing you to nutritional science, clinical nutrition and dietetics, public health nutrition and more. In your second year, you will participate in hands-on clinical training, and complete a nutrition research project. You will graduate with a solid knowledge of nutritional science and the expertise to pursue a career as a dietitian in a range of professional settings, in nutrition and nutritional research, and other health-related disciplines. Majors You are required to complete an embedded Nutrition and Dietetics program including a major in Nutrition Science and a second major or minor either from your faculty options below or from our shared pool of majors and minors. Anatomy and Histology (Major) Animal Health, Disease and Welfare (Major) Animal Production (Major) Applied Medical Science (Major) Applied Medical Science (Minor) Behavioural Sciences (Major) Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (Major) Biology (Major) Cell and Developmental Biology (Major) Chemistry (Major) Computer Science (Major) Data Science (Major) Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (Major) Environmental Studies (Major) Financial Mathematics and Statistics (Major) Food Science (Major) Genetics and Genomics (Major) Geography (Major) Geology and Geophysics (Major) History and Philosophy of Science (Major) Immunology and Pathology (Major) Infectious Diseases (Major) Information Systems (Major) Marine Science (Major) Mathematics (Major) Medicinal Chemistry (Major) Microbiology (Major) Neuroscience (Major) Nutrition Science (Major) Pharmacology (Major) Physics (Major) Physiology (Major) Plant Production (Major) Quantitative Life Sciences (Major) Software Development (Major) Soil Science and Hydrology (Major) Statistics (Major) Careers & future study Graduate opportunities Examples of careers you can choose after graduating include: dietitian, nutritional researcher, hospital nutritionist, biochemist, food scientist.

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A secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), OR approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses. IELTS score: A minimum result of 7.0 overall and a minimum result of 6.5 in each band TOEFL - IBT score: A minimum result of 96 overall including a minimum result of 20 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 22 in Writing Pearsons Test of English: A minimum result of 68 overall and a minimum result of 61 in each band

Language requirements

IELTS

score:7

TOEFL

score:96

5 Years - Full time

Fee

A$57,700.00 (US$ 38,025) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

1/31/2026

Address

Camperdown/Darlington Campus, Superintendents House, 160 City Road, THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY, New South Wales, 2008, SYDNEY, Australia

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The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is currently ranked in the top 50 universities in the world.* It is also first in Australia and fourth in the world for graduate employability (2018 QS Graduate Employability Rankings). Students come from 134 different countries to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
There are plenty of facilities to enjoy on campus, including a gym with a heated Olympic-size swimming pool and a rock climbing centre. Students can soak up some culture at the University’s art galleries and museums, grab coffee, breakfast or lunch at one of the 30 cafes and restaurants, and enjoy after-work drinks and entertainment at the on-campus bars.
All enrolled students have the opportunity to get involved in clubs and societies run by the University of Sydney Union (USU). There are more than 200, ranging from sports clubs to language and cultural groups. Students can also establish their own clubs, with support from USU.
There are many support services available to students, including disability services, careers advisers, a confidential counselling service, health service, and financial assistance office. When it comes to studying, students have access to the largest academic library in the southern hemisphere. It spans over 11 locations and holds more than 5.2 million books, journals and ebooks.
It is possible for students to expand their career opportunities through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the University’s 270 overseas programs.

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