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Master of Nutrition and Dietetics Edith Cowan University
Introduction
A pathway to the profession of dietetics, this coursework Masters integrates theoretical and practical components across clinical dietetics, food service, community and public health and research.
Students are trained to understand and interpret nutrition science, assess nutritional needs, conduct research and give dietary advice for general health and specialised requirements, including medical conditions and improved performance.
Graduates are eligible to become full members of the Dietitians Association of Australia and join the Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Programme. APD is the only credential recognised in Australia by the government and many private health insurers.
Students can choose from two undergraduate courses that offer a pathway to the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics: the Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition Bioscience Major), or the Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science) with a recommended set of electives. Graduates of the Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science) are also eligible to register with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), gaining an opportunity for dual accreditation (ESSA and APD).
Professional Recognition
Accredited by: Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA)
Admissions
Curriculum
Course Details
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
Year 1 - Trimester 1 (January - April)
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| NUT5112 | Nutrients and Metabolism | 15 |
| NUT5113 | Nutritional Assessment and Anthropometry | 15 |
| NUT5114 | Public Health Nutrition | 15 |
| NUT5115 | Nutritional Biochemistry | 15 |
Year 1 - Trimester 2 (May-August)
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| NUT5116 | Applied Food Science and Systems | 15 |
| NUT6100 | Nutrition Research Skills | 15 |
| NUT6101 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 | 15 |
| NUT6102 | Dietetics Professional Skills | 15 |
Note: Students are required to enrol in NUT6101 Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 and NUT6102 Dietetics Professional Skills in the same trimester.
Year 1 - Trimester 3 (September - December)
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| NUT6103 | Nutrition Research Project | 15 |
| NUT6104 | Food Service and Dietetics Management | 15 |
| NUT6105 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 2 | 15 |
| NUT6106 | Advanced Concepts in Nutrition | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 1 (January - June)
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| NUT6107 | Community Placement and Evaluation | 15 |
| NUT6108 | Food Service Placement and Evaluation | 15 |
| NUT6109 | Individual Case Management Placement and Evaluation | 30 |
Program Outcome
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply cognitive and creative skills to demonstrate, evaluate and synthesise complex ideas, concepts and theories in authentic situations.
- Apply communication, collaboration and advocacy skills to design innovative solutions in professional practice contexts.
- Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural and ethnical diversity and values.
- Reflect critically on a complex body of nutrition, dietetic and nutrition science knowledge, research principles and evidence-based practice to demonstrate mastery of professional practice.
- Use high-level judgement and self-management skills to initiate, plan and execute strategic projects and operate in dynamic professional environments.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work across a variety of areas such as clinical patient care, community nutrition and public health, institutional food service, food industry, research and teaching, nutrition marketing and journalism, sports nutrition and consultancy/private practice.