Register
Login
About the course
Build expertise in nutrition, food and health through practical learning in food preparation, analysis and sensory labs. You will study disease prevention, nutrition education and research, food regulation, physiology, lifespan nutrition and sustainable food systems, with options to broaden your degree through electives and majors. The course includes at least 75 hours of industry placement and can provide pathways to further study in dietetics at bachelor level in nutrition and dietetics.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles across health and nutrition industries, applying nutrition science to improve individual and population wellbeing. Opportunities may include nutrition education and health promotion, food industry roles such as product development support and marketing, quality assurance and regulatory work, community and wellbeing programs, and consulting in nutrition-related settings. This prepares you for entry-level careers aligned with a Bachelor degree in nutrition and dietetics.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
