Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice

This postgraduate professional program is designed to develop graduates to be work-ready for careers in nutrition and dietetics across practice areas including clinical dietetics, private practice, food service management, public health nutrition, sports nutrition and nutrition research.

This program develops student competencies to exceed the accreditation requirements of the Dietitians Association of Australia, making graduates eligible to apply for accredited practising dietitian (APD) status within the Dietitians Association of Australia.

This program is distinctive because of its emphasis on developing evidence-based practitioners that have had intensive preparation in evidence-based dietetic practice, nutrition research and international engagement.

All students will be required to participate in an international placement as part of their program.

The Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice is a set program. You must complete all of the following subjects:

Semester 1 (May start)

• Nutrition and Food Science (NUTR71-100)
• Nutrition Assessment and Diagnosis (NUTR71-101)
• Nutrition Communication and Behaviour (NUTR71-102)
• Nutrition Issues and Priorities (NUTR71-103)

Semester 2

• Clinical Dietetics A (NUTR71-104)
• Food Service Dietetics (NUTR71-106)
• Nutrition and Chronic Disease Management (NUTR71-105)
• Public Health Nutrition Practice (NUTR71-107)

Semester 3

• Clinical Dietetics B (NUTR71-109)
• Evidence-Based Practice for Health Professionals (NUTR71-110)
• Professional Placement Internship – Community and Public Health Nutrition (NUTR71-703)
• Professional Placement Internship – Individual Case Management A (NUTR71-700)

Semester 4

• Health Research Design and Planning (NUTR71-114)
• Sports Nutrition (NUTR71-115)
• Professional Placement Internship – Food Service Management (NUTR71-702)
• Professional Placement Internship – Individual Case Management B (NUTR71-701)

Semester 5

• Management and Leadership for Nutrition Health Professionals (NUTR71-117)
• Nutrition Research Internship A (30 credit points) (NUTR73-700)

Semester 6

• Nutrition Research Internship B (30 credit points) (NUTR73-701)
• International Nutrition Practice (NUTR71-118)

*Subject names and structure may change

Learning and teaching methodology

The Bond University Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program uses an education model comprising a combination of lectures, workshops, case studies, field trips, simulations, internships and research.  In keeping with the program philosophy of producing dietitians with a difference, the program places an emphasis on real-world experience from the first semester.  Students engage in activities such as case-based learning and simulation to develop their competency as nutrition professionals.

Specialist consultant practitioners and dietitians with industry expertise provide students with insight into dietetic practice and career opportunities in the profession.  Students also benefit from the extensive professional experience of nutrition and dietetic academic staff in a range of fields, including clinical dietetics, sports nutrition, the food industry, private practice and public health nutrition, as well as their national and international professional networks.

Students will have the opportunity to participate in relevant workshops offered by the Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, providing them access to highly qualified academics with international research track records, some of whom are responsible for developing global evidence-based nutrition guidelines.

Recommended study structure

Please visit Program Structure and Sequencing for guidance on study plans.

Academic entry requirements

1. Minimum academic requirement is an undergraduate degree in health science or other related degree with at least two biochemistry subjects at second year level where first year chemistry is a pre-requisite of these subjects and two physiology subjects also at second year level. 
2. Successful performance at a selection interview

Eligible undergraduate programs at Bond University:

Applications

In order to apply for study at Bond University, you will need to complete the Online Application Form. To find out more about the application process please refer to How to Apply.

1. Applications should include all accompanying documentation, including your academic transcript.
2. Applications will then be assessed by the Faculty to determine your eligibility based on an assessment of academic performance.
3. Short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview to be held on-campus (at the expense of the applicant).  Interviews are offered in person or utilising video calling software.

English language proficiency requirements

Applicants whose previous study was not completed in one of the countries listed where English is considered a first language, must provide documented evidence of the required level of proficiency in the English language.

Applications should include all accompanying documentation, including an academic transcript and documented proof of English language proficiency.

For more detailed information: English Language Proficiency Requirements.

Credit for prior study

Subject credits may be awarded for previous studies. To apply for credits, you will need to submit academic transcripts including detailed subject outlines/course descriptions for each relevant subject and/or certified copies of testamurs to the Office of Future Students. Please refer to how to apply for credit for more information

Key dates

Bond University calendar

Graduates of the program will be able to apply their skills and experience across a range of areas including:

• Clinical dietetics
• Private practice
• Food service management
• Corporate health and wellness
• Sports nutrition
• Nutrition communications and media
• Food industry
• Culinary nutrition
• Nutrition in childcare, schools and aged care facilities
• Community and public health nutrition
• Nutrition and dietetic research

Graduates may be eligible to progress to further post-graduate research, leading to potential career options in research organisations and academia.