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Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice

Program overview

A career in nutrition and dietetics can lead you anywhere from the sport industry working with athletes; providing nutritional advice to those with medical conditions in hospitals; or changing the world through public health initiatives. 

Bond’s Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice is the highest-level Nutrition and Dietetic Master’s degree available in Australia, with graduates being eligible to join Dietitians Australia’s Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Program. Before entering the workforce, students can prepare for the program and accreditation requirements through our program charter. 

The demand for postgraduate qualifications is also increasing internationally and in some countries such as the US, it is becoming a requirement for practice.

Benefit from the program’s exceptional research internship, build skills in global nutrition citizenship and gain an additional 24 weeks of practical internship experience in traditional areas of practice such as clinical dietetics.

Gain that competitive edge in the job market by completing this extended Level 9 Master’s degree in a compact timeframe of just two years. Graduate with career-ready experiences across a range of professional areas, and step into the next chapter of your dietetics career.

* The Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program has candidacy as a Foreign Dietitian Education Program (FDE) by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, 1(312) 899-0040 ext. 5400; Website: http://www.eatright.org/ACEND/. To become a US Registered Dietitian, graduates will need to complete a program of supervised practice hours in the United States of America prior to being eligible to sit the Registered Dietitian Examination. More information about the ACEND accreditation standards is available here.

The program requires access to and engagement with information technology during classes and placements, and for assessment of learning.  Subject information and resources are posted online on iLearn, Bond University’s learning management system.  You will be required to have your own laptop device and access to reliable internet (e.g. using the campus Wi-Fi network) and be proficient in its use. Instructions for specific software and internet based resources will be provided by subject educators

Program code: CC-63041

CRICOS code: 105326E

Program overview

A career in nutrition and dietetics can lead you anywhere from the sport industry working with athletes; providing nutritional advice to those with medical conditions in hospitals; or changing the world through public health initiatives. 

Bond’s Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice is the highest-level Nutrition and Dietetic Master’s degree available in Australia, with graduates being eligible to join Dietitians Australia’s Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Program. Before entering the workforce, students can prepare for the program and accreditation requirements through our program charter. 

The demand for postgraduate qualifications is also increasing internationally and in some countries such as the US, it is becoming a requirement for practice.

Benefit from the program’s exceptional research internship, build skills in global nutrition citizenship and gain an additional 24 weeks of practical internship experience in traditional areas of practice such as clinical dietetics.

Gain that competitive edge in the job market by completing this extended Level 9 Master’s degree in a compact timeframe of just two years. Graduate with career-ready experiences across a range of professional areas, and step into the next chapter of your dietetics career.

* The Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program has candidacy as a Foreign Dietitian Education Program (FDE) by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, 1(312) 899-0040 ext. 5400; Website: http://www.eatright.org/ACEND/. To become a US Registered Dietitian, graduates will need to complete a program of supervised practice hours in the United States of America prior to being eligible to sit the Registered Dietitian Examination. More information about the ACEND accreditation standards is available here.

The program requires access to and engagement with information technology during classes and placements, and for assessment of learning.  Subject information and resources are posted online on iLearn, Bond University’s learning management system.  You will be required to have your own laptop device and access to reliable internet (e.g. using the campus Wi-Fi network) and be proficient in its use. Instructions for specific software and internet based resources will be provided by subject educators

Program code: CC-63041

CRICOS code: 105326E

Nutrition and Dietetics students put theory into practice on a local community placement

About this program

This postgraduate professional program is designed to develop graduates to be work-ready for careers in nutrition and dietetics across practice areas including clinical dietetics, private practice, food service management, public health nutrition, sports nutrition, and nutrition research. This program develops student competencies to exceed the accreditation requirements of the Dietitians Association of Australia, making graduates eligible to apply for accredited practising dietitian (APD) status within the Dietitians Association of Australia. This program is distinctive because of its emphasis on developing evidence-based practitioners that have had intensive preparation in evidence-based dietetic practice, nutrition research, and international engagement. All students will be required to participate in an international placement as part of their program.

What you'll be studying

  • Year 1

    You will gain foundational concepts in nutrition, food science, communication and counselling, nutrition assessment methods and public health nutrition priorities. Develop core dietetic skills such as nutrition advice for chronic disease and acute clinical conditions, food service system management and planning public health nutrition projects.

    Our intensive internship preparation subjects equip you in self-management, professionalism, ethical behaviour, and evidence-based practice.

Program features

  • Competitive Edge

    Graduate sooner and gain a competitive edge in your field by completing this extended Level 9 Master’s degree in just two years. The program is the highest-level Nutrition and Dietetic Master’s degree available in Australia, with graduates being eligible to join Dietitians Australia’s Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Program and recognised by the US Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics*.

  • Learn by doing

    This practical program is embedded with placements and internship opportunities. You will complete a total of 24 weeks of Professional Placement Internships (including a two-week elective internship in an area of interest), and a 20-week research internship.

  • Explore global nutrition

    You will have the opportunity to explore global nutrition issues including an overseas internship or domestic placement exploring First Nations Health.

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Hear from our Bondies

  • Throughout my studies, the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice team supported my goals by linking me with contacts in other states and countries. After I graduated, the team further supported me in making connections to secure a job and talked me through any concerns I had regarding the advancement of my career. The care and support did not end as soon as I graduated.

    Jennifer Pfiefler - Alumna and nutritionist
  • People are always surprised when I tell them about the opportunities provided to me in Bond’s Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program. I never thought that I would be involved in implementing a public health nutrition program in a rural village in the Solomon Islands or to be able to give presentations on nutrition across high schools in Hong Kong. 

    Sophie Mahoney - Alumna and dietitian
  • The program put me in great stead to enter the workforce, having the opportunity to immerse myself among a range of cultures, from the slow paced living in the Solomon Islands, to the dense city life of Hong Kong. Thanks to a large number of simulations, and ongoing feedback from leading dietitians in their field, I had the confidence to hit the ground running – helping clients achieve personal goals, troubleshooting wellbeing concerns of athletes, to sharing my knowledge at seminars.

    Matt Hart - Alumnus and sport dietitian
  • COVID-19 has raised many global challenges, but it’s also led to many innovations in the healthcare industry, including nutrition and dietetics. Being able to offer clinical services remotely has been incredibly valuable, and our students have been able to continue their placements while gaining experience in what will be a big part of the future of healthcare.

    Christina Turner - Assistant Professor
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Hear from our Bondies

  • Throughout my studies, the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice team supported my goals by linking me with contacts in other states and countries. After I graduated, the team further supported me in making connections to secure a job and talked me through any concerns I had regarding the advancement of my career. The care and support did not end as soon as I graduated.

    Jennifer Pfiefler - Alumna and nutritionist
  • People are always surprised when I tell them about the opportunities provided to me in Bond’s Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program. I never thought that I would be involved in implementing a public health nutrition program in a rural village in the Solomon Islands or to be able to give presentations on nutrition across high schools in Hong Kong. 

    Sophie Mahoney - Alumna and dietitian
  • The program put me in great stead to enter the workforce, having the opportunity to immerse myself among a range of cultures, from the slow paced living in the Solomon Islands, to the dense city life of Hong Kong. Thanks to a large number of simulations, and ongoing feedback from leading dietitians in their field, I had the confidence to hit the ground running – helping clients achieve personal goals, troubleshooting wellbeing concerns of athletes, to sharing my knowledge at seminars.

    Matt Hart - Alumnus and sport dietitian
  • COVID-19 has raised many global challenges, but it’s also led to many innovations in the healthcare industry, including nutrition and dietetics. Being able to offer clinical services remotely has been incredibly valuable, and our students have been able to continue their placements while gaining experience in what will be a big part of the future of healthcare.

    Christina Turner - Assistant Professor
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