English Requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
A minimum overall band score of 7.0 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.5
OR a minimum score of 580 on TOEFL
OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 92 (no score less than 22)
OR no score less than 4 in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
OR a minimum overall score of 185 (no score less than 176) on C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
English test results must be no more than two years old.
You will develop knowledge and skills to work as a dietitian and learn how to help improve the health of individuals and the community. You will learn through extensive hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities, including a purpose-built teaching kitchen and a nutrition clinic in the new Griffith Health Centre.
You will develop skills in anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry before you take advanced study in human nutrition. In the final phase of your degree, you will complete a 20-week industry placement to put your skills into practice.
CRICOS CODE: 067746D
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Year 1
You must complete the following courses:
Chemistry of Biological Systems I - 1001MSC
Cells, Tissues and Regulation - 1014MSC
Anatomy and Physiology Systems I - 1016MSC
Food, Society and the Nutrition Workforce - 1206AHS
Genes and Disease - 1005MSC
Chemistry of Biological Systems II - 1015MSC
Anatomy and Physiology Systems II - 1017MSC
Health Challenges for the 21st Century - 1205MED
Year 2
You must complete the following courses:
Integrated Systems Physiology - 2012AHS
Structural Biochemistry - 2008MSC
Nutrition - 2210AHS
Interpersonal Skills - 1008PSY
OR
Interpersonal Skills - 1008HSV
Food Science - 2220AHS
Metabolism - 2011MSC
Needs Assessment, Program Planning and Evaluation - 2218MED
Pathophysiology - 2002MSC
Year 3
You must complete the following courses:
Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 - 3101AHS
Nutrition Education - 3104AHS
Food Service Management - 3144AHS
Public Health Research Methods - 2214MED
Pharmacology - 3002MSC
OR
Pharmacology - 2018PHM
Community and Public Health Nutrition - 3103AHS
Medical Nutrition Therapy 2 - 3102AHS
Communication and Counselling in Dietetics - 3100AHS
Exit point: Bachelor of Nutrition (1553). To exit (after completing the above prescribed core courses), you should apply for a program transfer.
You also have the option to transfer to the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) (1436) or the Bachelor of Nutrition (Honours) (1549). Eligibility to transfer will be determined by the Program Director and will be subject to the following criteria:
achievement of a minimum GPA of 5.0 for all coursework at the completion of Year 3/Trimester 1 of the program and
suitability of the proposed dissertation topic and
the resources available to support the candidature including availability of appropriate supervision.
Year 4
You will need to be available for the professional practice placement for five full days for 20 weeks when undertaking professional practice courses in either Trimester 1 or 2 in your final year. All professional practice courses are co-requisites and you must enrol in all courses in the trimester in which you undertake placement.
Medical Nutrition Therapy Practicum - 4110AHS (capstone course)
Food Service Management Practicum - 4111AHS (capstone course)
Community and Public Health Nutrition Practicum - 4112AHS (capstone course)
Free-choice electives
Listed electives
Listed electives
Introduction to Marketing - 1003MKT (not offered from 2021)
OR
Business Decision-Making - 1008GBS
Introduction to Psychological Science and Society - 1009PSY (not offered from 2019)
OR
Psychology in Professional Contexts - 1011PSY
Introduction to Health Promotion - 1977MED
Foundations of Exercise and Sports Science - 1001AHS
Work and Employability - 1001EHR (not offered from 2021)
OR
The Future of Work - 1007GBS
Legal and Ethical Principles in Healthcare - 2805NRS
Molecular Genetics - 2000MSC
Priorities and Interventions in Public Health - 2209MED
Epidemiology - 2220MED
Branding and Promoting New Business Ventures - 2098MKT
OR
Griffith Innovation Challenge - 2034IBA
Physical Activity Promotion - 2223MED
Food Safety: Science and Management - 2113MED
Microbiology - 2007MSC
Biochemistry of Exercise I - 2002AHS (not offered from 2018)
Physiology of Exercise - 2001AHS
Food Safety: Science and Management - 2113MED
Entrepreneurship and New Business Ventures - 2043MKT (not offered from 2020)
OR
Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship - 2043IBA
First Peoples Health and Practice - 3121MED
Exercise and Sport Psychology - 3009AHS
Nutrition Through the Lifecycle - 3134MED
Research Project - 3003MSC
Community Internship and Partnerships for SDGs - 3002LFC
Healthcare Systems - 3205MED
Exercise Sports Nutrition - 3138AHS
Health Practice Management - 3008AHS
Harnessing your employability skills - 3535AHS
Science of Infection Control - 3001MSC
Asia-Pacific Public Health Field Tour - 5001MED
Nutrition and Dietetics Internship - 4113AHS
Free-choice electives
You may select free-choice electives from the list below or any Undergraduate free-choice elective/s offered across the University provided prerequisites are met. If you require guidance please liaise with your Program Director.
Introduction to Psychological Science and Society - 1009PSY (not offered from 2019)
OR
Psychology in Professional Contexts - 1011PSY
Lifespan Development - 1010HSV
Sustainability and Health - 1982MED
Introduction to Psychology 1 - 1001PSY
Economics for Decision Making 1 - 1303AFE (not offered from 2022)
Introduction to Social Theory - 1014HSV
Counselling Skills - 1018PSY
Event Management Principles - 2219THS
Event Marketing and Sponsorship - 2315THS
Physiology of Exercise - 2001AHS
Physiology of Exercise - 2001AHS
Exercise and Sport Psychology - 3009AHS
Sport Marketing - 3323THS
Language and Communication for Health - 5902LHS
The Business of You - 3036IBA (not offered in 2021)
The Business of Business - 3037IBA (not offered in 2021)
You will be able to work in the health industry as a dietitian/nutritionist in private and public hospitals, community health services, health promotion and public health units, private practice, health service management and food industries.
OSHC: 609 ($) AUD per year