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Diploma of Nutrition

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Location
Online
Study Mode
Online
OutcomesView All
QualificationDiploma
Awarded ByTorrens University Australia
Duration
1 year full-time, 2 to 3 years part-time
Start Date
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Payment Option
FEE-HELP, Upfront payment

How Much Will It Cost?

Total cost for this course is $22,500 (8 subjects at $2,813 per subject).

Students may be eligible for scholarships covering up to 20% of the fee, making the discounted fee $18,000.

Torrens University offers a number of easy payment plans or the ability to pay per subject or per semester as you go.

Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.

Please enquire for further details.

FEE-HELP

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Course Rundown

The Diploma of Nutrition, offered by Torrens University Australia, is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of nutritional science and its practical applications. This course covers key areas such as dietary planning, nutritional assessment, and the role of nutrition in health and disease prevention. Students will gain the skills needed to develop personalised nutrition plans, understand the impact of various nutrients on the body, and promote healthy eating habits within diverse populations.

Throughout the Diploma of Nutrition, learners will explore the latest research in nutrition and how it can be applied to improve individual and community health outcomes. The curriculum includes modules on food science, public health nutrition, and the principles of dietetics. By the end of the course, students will be well-equipped to work in a variety of settings, including healthcare facilities, community organisations, and private practice.

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Eligibility

To do this course you must have:

  • An Australian secondary school certificate, or equivalent OR
  • Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above OR
  • Successful completion of at least 0.5 EFTSL at AQF level 5, 0.25 EFTSL at AQF level 6 or above, or equivalent.

The below is an alternative option.

Successful completion of Year 10 or equivalent, and a minimum two years of full time relevant work experience that demonstrates skills and knowledge gained through paid or unpaid employment, formal learning and/or non-formal learning (presented on a current resume with attached cover letter).

FAQS

You’ll benefit from the dedicated support of Course Advisors and Success Coaches, who can help you navigate your career dreams and study goals.

And, with all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part-time, on-campus, online, or a blend of both it's all about flexibility.