Bachelor
Bond University's Bachelor of Health Sciences sequentially followed by the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice, enable you to become an accredited practising Dietitian (APD) in just 4 years.The Bachelor of Health Sciences equips you with an understanding of basic and applied sciences as they relate to the human body. It provides a strong foundation for the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice, enabling you to explore common health issues and priorities and gain an understanding of the anatomical, molecular, physiological and psychological processes of health and human function.The Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice is designed to produce highly competitive graduates with comprehensive clinical, food service, public health and sports dietetic skills in both national and international healthcare environments, as well as possessing a solid business acumen and research experience. As a student dietitian at Bond University, you will benefit from interactive workshops with industry experts, personalised mentoring from academics, and exposure to food, health and business settings throughout the duration of the program. In addition, you will complete an international nutrition placement abroad to obtain a global perspective on nutrition and dietetics.The Bachelor of Health Sciences and the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice each comprise 6 semesters delivered over 2 years, with the two sequential degrees being 12 semesters in total. Dependent on the semester of commencement, with University's three semesters-per-year schedule, these two programs may be completed in just 4 years.Students admitted into the Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice packaged program who complete the Bachelor of Health Sciences (including pre-requisite subjects - please refer to ) and a minimum GPA of 1/4 (equivalent to a 4/7) will automatically progress to the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program. To take up this package first make an application to the Bachelor of Health Sciences, then email and a Bond Staff member will assist to add the second part of the package to your application.
Graduates of the program will be able to apply their skills and experience across a range of areas including:
Graduates may be eligible to progress to further post-graduate research, leading to potential career options in research organisations and academia.
Please visit Recommended Program Structures for guidance on study plans.
Due to program sequencing, students may not be able to commence the postgraduate program immediately on completion of their undergraduate degree. International students should be aware that the Australian immigration authority may require them to return home before commencing their postgraduate degree and seek advice accordingly.
Bachelor of Health SciencesThe Bachelor of Health Sciences program comprises 24 subjects, as follows:
University core subjects (3)
Plus: Beyond Bond: Professional Development and Community Engagement
Compulsory subjects (15)
Directed options (6)
Complete six (6) subjects from the following electives:
Students must select and complete the following two Directed Options subjects to be eligible to progress into the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program:
Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice
Semester 1 (May start)
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Semester 5
Semester 6
*Subject names and structure may change
In order to apply for study at Bond University, you will need to complete the Online Application Form. To find out more about application process please refer to How to Apply.