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March
Unlock a world of nutrition careers.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics prepares you for the requirements of working as an accredited practising dietician in various settings. With a growing demand for nutrition experts, your career opportunities are vast and promising.
Dietitian
Provides dietary advice to patients in hospitals and community settings. A dietitian applies the science of human nutrition to help people understand the relationship between food and health. They guide individuals on making appropriate dietary choices to attain and maintain health, and to prevent illness and disease.
Dietitians work closely with other healthcare professionals, like doctors, nurses, and therapists, to provide well-rounded care for people of all ages. They offer nutrition advice in various settings, including hospitals, children's clinics, aged care homes, and disability support services, helping individuals manage their health through better eating habits.
Public health nutritionist
Create and apply population focussed policies to improve the health of the community.
Consultant dietician
Provides expert dietary advice to individuals and organisations.
Community health dietitian
Promotes healthy eating habits within communities.
Food service dietician
Develop and analyse menus and implement improved food service options in a range of settings.
With further postgraduate study and work experience, careers could include:
- Sports dietitian
- Diabetes educator
- Lactation consultant
- Research dietitian
What will you study to start your career in nutrition and dietetics?
You'll learn the science behind nutrition and get to apply it during real-world work placements.
Accreditation or Professional Recognition
Upon successful completion you will be eligible for accreditation by Dietitians Australia. It is also recognised in Singapore, the UK, New Zealand, and Canada.
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Frequently asked questions.
Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.
Yes. According to Jobs and Skills Australia (employment projections for the five years to 2029), employment growth for nutrition professionals is 15.6%.
Yes, dietitian jobs are in demand in Australia. According to Jobs and Skills Australia, employment for dietitians is projected to grow by 10.9% over the five years to May 2029, adding approximately 409,800 new positions.
A nutritionist may be a tertiary qualified nutrition professional with the expertise to provide a range of evidence-based services related to nutrition, public health nutrition, policy and research, and community health.
Similarly, dietitians are qualified to provide evidence-based nutrition services. However, they also have the expertise to provide individual dietary counselling, medical nutrition therapy, group dietary therapy, and food service management.
The accrediting body for Nutrition and Dietetics is Dietitians Australia (Formerly DAA). For more information, visit Dietitians Australia.
Nutrition and Dietetics graduates are accredited by Dietitians Australia, recognised in Singapore, UK, New Zealand and Canada.
No, although we do recommend students undertake biology in Year 12.
It is recommended to put the Bachelor of Human Nutrition as your second choice if you are keen to go onto studying Dietetics. This will open up the opportunity to select Dietetics as a minor or the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics upon graduation of the three-year undergraduate program.
If you complete the Bachelor of Human Nutrition with a Dietetics minor, you'll meet the requirements to apply for the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics, providing your GPA is at least above 5.
Nutrition and Dietetics graduates are accredited by Dietitians Australia, recognised in Singapore, UK, New Zealand and Canada. More information.
- Applications are completed via SATAC
- Visit: satac.edu.au
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2024. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 96.30 | 97.70 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 87.65 | 91.15 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 68.75 | 78.10 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 14 | 27% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 0 | 0 |
| Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 26 | 50% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | <5 | <5 |
| International Students | 5 | 10% |
| All students | 52 | 100% |
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