Program Overview
The Human Nutrition at Deakin University\xc2\xa0 is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 18 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Human Nutrition programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 31,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Human Nutrition programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Nutrition Research Project Part A
- Principles of Nutrition
- Nutritional Biochemistry and Physiology
- Diet and Disease
- Public Health Nutrition
- Nutrition Promotion
- Sports Nutrition
- Food, Nutrition and Behaviour
- Food Policy and Public Health
- Nutrition Research Project Part B
- Lifespan Nutrition
- Understanding Human Nutrition Research Studies
- Essentials of Food Science
- Assessment Methods for Nutrition and Physical Activity Research
- Principles of Nutrition
- Research Practice in Human Nutrition
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirements - general
In all categories of admission, selection is based primarily on academic merit as indicated by an applicant\'s previous academic record.
The minimum requirements are successful completion of a three-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in the same discipline area (for example: science, health sciences, nutrition, food science, exercise science, biomedical science, medicine, allied health or nursing) from an approved university or other educational institution.
Students from a different discipline area must first complete the H511 Graduate Certificate of Human Nutrition or equivalent. Selection is based primarily on academic merit.
International students must also meet the English language requirements.
- Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE) (formerly known as Certificate of Proficiency in English) - 176
- Pearson\xc2\x92s Test of English (Academic) (PTE) - 58
- Deakin University English Language Institute English for Academic Purposes program - EAP 4 60%
- DUELI TEST - DUELI Test score of 6.5
- Common European
- Framework Language System - Certificate of English Language Proficiency from home institution with an overall grade of C1
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 31,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 31,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Deakin University\xc2\xa0 directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Deakin University
Deakin University
Melbourne, Australia
Deakin University is a public research university in the state of Victoria, Australia. Its largest campus is in Victoria's capital Melbourne, with regional campuses in Geelong and Warrnambool. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-11-06
- Language English
- Duration 18 months