Bachelor of Nutrition at Charles Darwin University

Bachelor's Degree Nutrition & Dietetics Full Time

Bachelor of Nutrition

at Charles Darwin University · Darwin, Northern Territory

CRICOS course code

116331F

CRICOS provider code

00300K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$106,761 total

Per year

A$35,587/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Nutrition at Charles Darwin University is designed for those interested in understanding the role of nutrition in health and disease. This course covers areas such as human biology, food science, community nutrition, and public health policy. Students learn how nutrients affect the body, develop skills in assessing dietary needs, and explore strategies to promote healthy eating at both individual and community levels.

Australian bachelor degrees usually run over three years of full-time study, broken into semesters. Students complete a set number of units, accumulating credit points as they progress. Each unit involves lectures, tutorials and sometimes lab or practical sessions. In this degree, students may have opportunities to take part in work-integrated learning or professional placements with community health agencies, public hospitals, or regional nutrition initiatives, offering practical experience relevant to the Northern Territory and greater Australian context.

By completing this course, students build skills in nutritional assessment, food science, communication, critical analysis, and nutritional intervention planning. There is an emphasis on both theoretical knowledge and its application through fieldwork and research projects, which often culminates in a capstone or final-year placement. This suits those looking to work in community health, education, policy, or who wish to pursue further postgraduate study to qualify as a dietitian.

International students must demonstrate English proficiency (IELTS 6.0–6.5 or equivalent), and can check the CRICOS register for up-to-date tuition details. Studying in Australia also provides the right to work 48 hours per fortnight during study. After graduation, those who meet requirements may apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to gain work experience.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Nutritionist in community health and public health agencies
Policy officer or adviser for government bodies working on nutrition and food policy
Health promotion officer in schools, local councils or NGOs
Research assistant in nutrition and health science projects
Nutrition educator or consultant for the food industry

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Nutrition at Charles Darwin University?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$106,761 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Nutritionist in community health and public health agenciesPolicy officer or adviser for government bodies working on nutrition and food policyHealth promotion officer in schools, local councils or NGOsResearch assistant in nutrition and health science projectsNutrition educator...

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