Master of Dietetics
Degree Level Postgraduate
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- NOT an Australian or New Zealand citizen
- NOT an Australian Permanent Resident (including Humanitarian Visa holders)
Start date
February
Campus
City East
Duration
2 year(s) full-time
Program Code
IMDT
Fees
AUD$ 26,500 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2012
English Language Requirements
- IELTS total [7.0]
- IELTS reading [7.0]
- IELTS writing [7.0]
- IELTS speaking [7.0]
- IELTS listening [7.0]
International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
071954F
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Entry requirements
Applicants normally are required to have:
- completed a recognised higher education program at Bachelor degree level or higher from a recognised higher education institution in a relevant cognate area; for example, Health or Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Food Sciences, Human Movement and Health Studies. The degree must have been conferred within the past 10 years; and
- a Grade Point Average (GPA equal to or greater than 5.0 (credit average) in the program; and
- evidence (detailed course statement, program curriculum and academic transcript) of having successfully completed, at a recognised university, each of the following requirements:
- equivalent of 2 x 4.5 unit (load equivalence 0.25 EFTSL) courses of biochemistry; and
- equivalent of 2 x 4.5 unit (load equivalence 0.25 EFTSL) courses of physiology.
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English language entry requirements
In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.English language testPlease access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)- IELTS total [7.0]
- IELTS reading [7.0]
- IELTS writing [7.0]
- IELTS speaking [7.0]
- IELTS listening [7.0]
Aim
The Master of Dietetics program provides thorough theoretical and practical skills on core topics to enable graduates to meet the formal requirements for entry to the profession, as determined by the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA). Graduates are expected to be eligible for membership of DAA and to participate in the Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs) Program for employment as an accredited practising dietitian in all states and territories of Australia.
Content & Structure
The study and clinical experience focuses on nutrition and disease, communication and nutrition application in the community and public health, translating nutrition into food practice, management in dietetics and food service, research and evaluation in dietetics and evidence based practice. Fully supervised clinical training placements in hospitals, public health and community settings enable students to develop the competency standards required while experiencing a diverse range of metropolitan, rural and remote health settings.
