Master of Dietetics Studies

Gain a deeper understanding of nutrition to become an Accredited Practising Dietitian.

This 1.5 year full-time program will prepare you for eligibility as an Accredited Practising Dietitian with the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA).

You'll gain extensive knowledge of the art and science of human nutrition and its role in the prevention and treatment of medical conditions such as diabetes, obesity and infectious diseases. You'll also develop the practical skills required to help people understand food and health relationships, enabling them to make better food choices to get the most out of their lifestyles.

If research is your passion, you can pursue this in your final semester and complete an innovative project alongside leading international researchers. You will also have the potential to contribute to published scientific literature.

You'll undertake approximately 850 hours of supervised clinical practice in hospitals, community centres, aged care facilities, the food industry and other organisations. You'll have the opportunity to apply your theoretical knowledge acquired through coursework to practice and develop your clinical skills in real-life settings.

On campus, you'll gain practical, hands-on experience in UQ’s modern dietetics demonstration space. Here you'll learn about novel and functional foods, meals and recipes, discover how to cook nutritionally modified meals and deliver community cooking demonstrations.

Program highlights

• Be confident and job-ready with 850 hours of supervised industry placement.
• Apply your skills and knowledge to real life practice from your first semester.
• Choose to complete a research project and build the foundations of your professional reputation.
• Be in high demand with employers in the rapidly growing nutrition sector through your in-depth knowledge and practical skills.