Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours)

About the course

Develop expertise in nutrition science and dietetic practice with extensive hands-on learning. You’ll work with real clients through QUT Health Clinics and complete substantial professional placements to build clinical and community experience. The course prepares you for evidence-based nutrition care and professional practice as an undergraduate Nutrition & Dietetics honours qualification. The programme develops clinical skills, patient care fundamentals, and health sciences knowledge for registered practice pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers across clinical and community health, public health and health promotion, food and nutrition programs, and private practice. Typical pathways include accredited dietitian roles in hospitals and health services, community and preventative health, corporate wellness, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health organisations, and project or program management. Outcomes align with a Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics. Preparing graduates for nursing, allied health, and community care professional registration and graduate roles.

Entry requirements

ATAR/Selection rank 84.00 or equivalent.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)