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About the course
The Master of Dietetics prepares you for professional practice as a dietitian, combining advanced nutrition science with evidence-based dietetic assessment and intervention. You’ll build capabilities in clinical and community nutrition, food service and public health contexts, supported by practical learning and industry engagement. The course is designed to develop job-ready skills for contemporary dietetic practice in Australia through a masters-level dietetics qualification.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles across hospitals, community health services and private practice, providing nutrition assessment, counselling and medical nutrition therapy. Career pathways also extend to public health and health promotion, food service management, aged care and research or program evaluation roles. This masters-level dietetics qualification supports progression into accredited dietetics practice and broader nutrition leadership opportunities. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.
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***
