Nutrition and dietetics courses
Want to work as a dietitian? The way in is an accredited bachelor degree that joins nutrition science with practical training. Other nutrition degrees cover the science without leading to dietitian work. Here's what each course covers, what it costs and what the job pays.
- Quickest way to start
- 42 months
- Bachelor degree, typical full time length
- What the jobs pay
- $86,700
- median pay across 1 job
Which course do you need?
It depends on the job you want.
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
Become a dietitian
Assess what people eat and drink, then plan and explain changes that treat conditions or improve health, in hospitals, clinics and the community.
JobDietitian
Median pay$86,700
- How long it takes
- 3.5 to 4 years full time
- How you'll study
- On campus
Other university courses
- Bachelor of Nutrition Science3 years. Studies nutrition as a science, for work in public health, research or the community. Training to become a dietitian takes a separate course.
- Bachelor of Nutrition3 years. Covers food, dietary behaviour and public health nutrition, including how to plan and review nutrition programs. Some providers offer it online.
- Bachelor of Human Nutrition3 years. Builds a base in anatomy and biochemistry, then applies it to diet planning and healthy eating in communities. Becoming a dietitian takes further study.
Can help with: weight loss consultant
- Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition3 years. For people who want to improve health through the food supply, from product development to community nutrition work.
Can help with: brewer
Jobs you can do with this study
Pay is the median for everyone in the job, not a starting salary.
“In demand” means the job is on the national skills shortage list. Check the course and provider are approved for the work you want, as rules differ by state.
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