• Program summary
• Program overview
• Admission requirements
• Program structure
• Program requirements and notes
• Enquiries

Program summary

Program title: Master of Sports Nutrition by Research
Award abbreviation: MSpNut by Research
Degree type: higher degree by research
Mode of study: internal, external
Duration: 1 year minimum, 2 years maximum full-time; 2 years minimum, 4 years maximum part-time
Commence: students can apply and start throughout the year, subject to program requirements
Fee type 2010: domestic higher degree by research places, international fee-paying places
USC program code: SC844
CRICOS code: 066893A

Program overview

This research-based masters degree has been designed for students who wish to develop their professional standing in the field of sports nutrition. The program will assist to equip graduates for senior positions and leadership, and increase professional credibility in sports nutrition.

The program offers opportunities to deepen knowledge and understanding of sports nutrition through research and can be tailored to suit individual interests. Students will complete a research thesis that will be individualised to suit the student’s area of interest.

Research components of the program must be approved by the program coordinator and are based on the availability of supervisory staff with relevant expertise. The program can be upgraded to a Doctor of Philosophy with approval from the Dean and program coordinator.

Admission requirements

The degree is particularly designed for those who have an undergraduate degree in Nutrition and/or Dietetics or Exercise and Sports Science and have completed a diploma in sports nutrition (eg The IOC Diploma in Sports Nutrition) or have suitable industry experience, and are wishing to gain a higher degree through undertaking practice-based research.

Students must show that they have successfully completed or are currently enrolled in a course on research design and methodology (eg RES401 Advanced Research Methods or equivalent).

Program structure

Students are required to conduct research that can be written up as a scholarly thesis. Students must demonstrate research competency and the ability to make a significant and original contribution to the body of knowledge in their chosen area of specialisation.

Participants will clearly articulate, in the research outline, the topic, background, rationale, research question, aim and objectives, methodology, research methods and techniques, and timeframe. The research outline is to include a literature review that relates to the research question and objectives. The results of the research activities should be presented succinctly and accurately and as necessary could be supported by more detailed annexures. The syntheses analysis and discussion must clearly focus on the research question and the objectives of the work. Conclusions and recommendations must be drawn from the analysis and discussion and reflect the attainment of the aim and the way in which the research question is addressed.

Program requirements and notes

Prospective applicants wishing to undertake this program will need to find a suitable supervisor by contacting the Faculty of Science, Health and Education.

1. For further information, refer to the Research Masters Degrees - Governing Policy.
2. International students need to refer to the University's English language proficiency requirements.
3. Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
4. External mode not available to international students on a Student Visa.

Enrolment and fees

1. In any semester, full-time enrolment comprises 0.500 EFTSL. **
2. In any semester, part-time enrolment comprises 0.250 EFTSL. **
3. The census date for withdrawal without financial penalty or academic penalty is the Semester 1 or 2 census date.
4. Candidates pay full tuition fees.
5. Australian students (including Australian citizens or permanent residents and New Zealand citizens) are currently exempt from paying tuition fees for Master of Sports Nutrition by Research(MSportsNutRes) studies. These students are offered graduate research places under the Commonwealth Government's Research Training Scheme (RTS).

Enquiries 

How to apply

Teaching and Research Services
Research Training Officer
Tel: +61 7 5459 4526
Fax: +61 7 5430 1177
Email: lkroker@usc.edu.au

** EFTSL - Equivalent Full-Time Student Load. One year of full-time study equates to 1.000 EFTSL

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