- Benefit from direct contact with professionally trained dietitians
- Clinical graduates are highly sought after
- Opportunities for professional placements during the degree
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
Award abbreviation: BNut&Diet
QTAC code: 013121
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-8 / Rank-86
Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences
Recommended prior preparation: Criminal History check, Suitability Card (CCYPCG), Hepatitis B immunisation (refer to Program requirements)
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places
Total units: 384
USC program code: SC353
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa. International students should apply for the Bachelor of Nutrition, which provides a pathway towards careers in nutrition research, public health and community nutrition, food industry, health education and nutrition consultancy.
Work towards professional accreditation and graduate ready for clinical practice in the private and public health areas.
This program focuses on practical applications of the principles of human nutrition to dietary design and management for individuals and groups. You gain a background in science, psychology, business and public health policy areas as a foundation for applied and clinical studies. Advanced courses focus on the application of knowledge of human nutrition to professional practice in clinical, community and food service environments. You undertake work-integrated learning to put theory into practice. The program can lead to entry to the Accredited Practising Dietitian Program.
Additional admission requirements
This program has higher English language proficiency requirements than most other programs at this level offered by the University.
Refer to the English language requirements for more information.
Post-admission requirements
You are required to provide evidence of Hepatitis B vaccination, undertake a National Criminal History check and obtain a Suitability Card (Blue CardCCYPCG) prior to clinical placement in Year 4.
Career opportunities
Clinical, hospital and private practice dietitian, community nutrition, sports nutrition, food service administration, research, education.
Professional recognition
Graduates may become members of the Dietitians Association of Australia; * Sports Dietitians Australia; * Sports Medicine Australia. Graduates are also eligible for enrolment in the Accredited Practicing Dietitian Program of the Dietitians Association of Australia.
* Pending professional registration. Please note: USC cannot apply for full accreditation of the program until the first graduates have been in the workforce for two years.
Accreditation
This program is provisionally accredited with the Dietitians Association of Australia with full determination expected in November 2012.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete all courses as listed below.
In order to commence clinical placement you must:
- Hold a valid Suitability Card (Blue Card), throughout the duration of your program, which is issued by the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian (CCYPCG). You should allow 12 weeks for CCYPCG to issue the card. Note students who do not possess a valid Blue Card will be unable to complete the clinical practice component of their program and will be unable to meet graduation requirements.
- Have a National Criminal History check (by Queensland Police Service or other state/territory authority).
- Show evidence of complete Hepatitis B vaccination (3 inoculations over a period of six months).
- Complete an orientation package, (a Queensland Health [QH] requirement) before undertaking any placement which involves QH. The package can be completed online.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (1)
Select 1 course from:
COR109 Human Anatomy
COR110 Food in Society
COR111 Systemic Physiology I
Introductory courses (7)
LFS100 Biochemistry
LFS112 Food Studies
LFS122 Principles of Nutrition
PUB104 Systemic Physiology II
PUB112 Nutrition Assessment
SCI105 Nutritional Biochemistry
SCI110 Public Health Foundations
Advanced courses (20)
LFS201 Pathophysiology
LFS202 Medical Nutrition Therapy 1
LFS251 Contemporary Issues in Nutrition
LFS303 Epidemiology and Biostatistics
NUT201 Advanced Public Health Nutrition
NUT202 Medical Nutrition Therapy 2
NUT211 Food Service Systems
NUT212 Principles of Individual and Group Management
NUT232 Nutrition and Dietetic Skills
NUT301 Nutrition and Dietetic Practice Management
NUT302 Nutrition and Dietetics Research and Evaluation
NUT312 Nutrition and Dietetic Practice
NUT321 Communication and Thought
NUT331 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
NUT332 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
NUT351 Cell Biology
NUT352 Human Physiology
NUT361 Human Anatomy
NUT401 Introduction to Behavioural Health
PUB361 Public Health Foundations
Study Plan
This Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics Study Plan is for students commencing in the current Semester.
Year 1
- One (1) Core course:
Complete one COR course in Semester 2.
Core course: (1)
Select 1 course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| COR110 Strategic Management | |||
| COR111 Project Management |
Required courses: (7)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS100 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility | |||
| PUB104 Advanced Strategic Management | |||
| SCI105 Managing Organisational Change | |||
| SCI110 Small Business and New Venture Management | |||
| LFS112 Quality Management | |||
| LFS122 Leadership and Team Dynamics | |||
| NUT211 Managing Organisational Change |
Year 2
- Eight (8) required courses
Required courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS201 Leadership and Team Dynamics | |||
| LFS251 Research Design: Methodology and Literature Review | |||
| NUT201 Coursework 1 Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| NUT212 Coursework 2 Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| LFS202 Coursework 3 Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| NUT202 Dissertation A Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| NUT232 Dissertation B Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| PUB112 Dissertation C Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries |
Year 3
- Eight (8) required courses
Required courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS303 Dissertation Final 12 units Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| NUT351 Dissertation Final 24 units Hons Sch of Comm & Creative Industries | |||
| NUT352 Dissertation Final 36 units Hons Sch of Comm & Creative Industries | |||
| PUB361 Dissertation Final 48 units Hons Sch of Comm & Creative Industries | |||
| NUT301 Communication and Thought | |||
| NUT302 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| NUT312 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| NUT361 Cell Biology |
Year 4
- Four (4) required courses
Required courses: (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUT321 Introduction to Behavioural Health | |||
| NUT331 Chemistry | |||
| NUT401 Science Research Methods | |||
| NUT332 Human Physiology |