Diploma of Nutrition
Diet can create positive change in communities. Learn about the Australian Dietary Guidelines and Nutrient Reference Values.
About the Course
This diploma focuses on health science and provides a strong foundation of the role of nutrition in health.
You’ll learn to apply the Australian Dietary Guidelines and Nutrient Reference Values to dietary assessments and planning.
This diploma promotes improvements in general health and wellbeing at each life stage and for Indigenous communities at the population level. Upon completion, you’ll have the option to begin working or continue studying the Bachelor of Nutrition.
Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. Participate in live classes, connecting with specialist lecturers and fellow students. When studying online, you’ll complete the same set of self-paced study modules as on-campus students, and graduate with the same qualification. Best of all, you get access to view live content on demand.
Course duration: 1 year full time, 2 to 3 years part time.
Course Entry Requirements
- Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification.
- Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent.
- Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above.
- Standard English language requirements apply.
- Pathway opportunities through Recognition of Prior Learning.
Course Structure
Recommended study pattern
This course is comprised of eight core subjects and no electives. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points. To satisfy the course requirements, you must have completed 80 credit points.
Award requirements
This course is comprised of eight core subjects and no electives. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points. To satisfy the course requirements, you must have completed 80 credit points.
As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready.
During this course you will:
- Gain an introduction to health science and solid foundation in human nutrition.
- Explore the relationship between nutritional intake, the maintenance of health and the development of disease.
- Create basic dietary plans for all life stages including fitness and weight loss.
- Learn about the influence of society and culture on our dietary intakes.
- Understand and apply evidence-based practice and critical enquiry.
