Master of Dietetics Studies (MDietSt)
Information valid for students commencing 2020
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2020
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5473
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - October 31 of the previous year.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
Email: hmns@enquire.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6240
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2020
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5473
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
The Master of Dietetics Studies is focused on dietetics only.
Applicants must have an approved degree and have completed tertiary studies in biochemistry, physiology and nutrition to meet the national standards accreditation requirements for dietetics. See additional application information under the 'How to apply' tab.
Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2019 was 4.8.
CRICOS Code: 065374K
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.Pearson Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.BE and OET are not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - October 31 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of Dietetics Studies?
This program will prepare you for eligibility as an Accredited Practising Dietitian with the Dietitians Association of Australia. There is a growing demand for qualified dietitians in both Australia and overseas due to an increasing awareness of the importance of food and nutrition in health and disease prevention. You also develop the skills and knowledge to help people understand food and health relationships, enabling them to make better food choices to get the most out of their lifestyles.
What you can study
This program is designed for students with a background in nutrition science, public health nutrition, biochemistry, physiology and statistics. During your studies you will develop practical skills and knowledge in how to apply the art and science of human nutrition in the prevention and treatment of medical conditions such as diabetes, obesity and infectious diseases.
Choose from a diverse range of courses and explore advanced topics and practices in dietetics and nutrition, such as mental health, rural health, paediatrics and private practice. If research is your passion, you can pursue this in your final semester and complete an innovative project alongside leading international researchers. You will also have the potential to contribute to the published scientific literature.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Dietetics Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
You will undertake approximately 850 hours of supervised clinical practice in a range of clinical settings that includes hospitals, community nutrition units, aged care facilities and other public and private organisations. During placements, you will have the opportunity to apply your theoretical knowledge acquired through coursework to practice and develop your clinical skills in real life settings.
On campus you will gain practical, hands-on experience in UQ's modern dietetics demonstration space. Here you will learn about novel and functional foods, meals and recipes, how to cook nutritionally modified meals and deliver community cooking demonstrations.
Clinical placements may be outside of the Brisbane metropolitan area where you will be required to fund your travel, accommodation and daily expenses.
This program has pre-placement requirements which must be met prior to commencement of the program or a placement course. Further details can be found on the Placement Ready website.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in Semester 1 - October 31 of the previous year.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
The Master of Dietetics Studies is focused on dietetics only.
Applicants must have an approved degree and have completed tertiary studies in biochemistry, physiology and nutrition to meet the national standards accreditation requirements for dietetics. See additional application information under the 'How to apply' tab.
Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2019 was 4.8.
Additional application requirements
Prior approved studies must include:
| Prerequisite | Units | UQ equivalent *course(s) |
| Public health nutrition at 2000 level or higher | 4 | NUTR3011 + NUTR3012 |
| Nutrition at 2000 level or higher | 4 | NUTR2101 + NUTR3201 |
| Human Physiology/Biology (incl. 4 units in human physiology) at 2000 level or higher (4 semester sequence in anatomy/physiology must be demonstrated) | 8 | [(BIOM1000 + ANAT1000) or (BIOL1020 + BIOL1040) or (BIOM1050 + (PHYL1007 or ANAT1005))] + [BIOM2011 or PHYL2730] + [BIOM2012 or BIOM2015] |
| Research methods (incl. statistical component) | 2 | HMST3846 |
| Behavioural science | 2 | PSYC1030 |
| Food sciences in commodities | 2 | FOOD2000 |
| Chemistry/Biochemistry (incl. 4 units in biochemistry) at 2000 level or higher (4 semester sequence in biochemistry must be demonstrated) |
8 | [CHEM1010 or CHEM1090 or CHEM1100] + [CHEM1020 or CHEM1021 or CHEM1022 or CHEM1200 or CHEM1221 or CHEM1222] + BIOC2000 + [BIOL3230 or BIOC3006] |
Before commencing placement courses you will be required to supply a criminal history check and must obtain, and thereafter hold for the duration of the program, a current Blue Card. Evidence may also be required that you do not carry blood-borne transmissible viruses or tuberculosis (TB) and comply with a schedule of immunisations. See habs.uq.edu.au/placement-ready
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 065374K
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.Pearson Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.BE and OET are not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in Semester 1 - October 31 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Costs for vaccinations and serology are the responsibility of the student and will vary based on individual and program requirements.
What you can do with a Master of Dietetics Studies
Careers
On graduation from this program you will be well positioned to take up employment in a variety of roles including work as a:
- hospital dietitian
- community nutritionist
- public health nutritionist
- sports dietitian
- food industry dietitian
- researcher
- private practitioner in dietetics
- food service administration
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Dietitians Association of Australia
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- Dietitians Australia
Program rules for the Master of Dietetics Studies
To complete the Master of Dietetics Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Dietetics Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
