Bachelor of Nutrition Science (Honours)
Course information for - 2025 entry
Offered at 3 locations
- Duration
- 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
- CRICOS Code
- 0101322
- IELTS
- 6.5 overall score (with a minimum score of 6.0 in all bands)
- Fees (first year)*
- $26992
- Start dates
- February 2026, July 2026, February 2027, July 2027
This is a one-year degree for students who have already completed a relevant Bachelor degree. Please visit the Nutrition Science Honours page for further information.
Overview
Students develop an understanding of ethical research design, practice and analysis within a nutrition and food science research setting. This knowledge is then incorporated into an original and independent research project conducted under the supervision of academic staff and/or industry professionals with expertise in the field.
In an increasingly competitive job market, an honours degree will give you an edge over candidates who just have an undergraduate degree. Honours scholarships are available to suitably qualified candidates for 2023 commencement. Please see the below Scholarships section, under Fees.
Careers
Examples of the work and settings the course prepares graduates for:
- national and international health agencies
- state and federal government health departments
- public health nutrition
- industry nutrition
- private practice nutrition
- nutrition assessment
- nutrition communications
- food science and technology industry
- food safety and regulation
- quality assurance
- research and product development
- education sector
Course details
Course structure
To complete the Bachelor of Nutrition Science (Honours), a student must complete 80 credit points (cp).
Course map
Graduate statement
AQF framework
Entry requirements
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible for admission to the course, a student must have completed a relevant bachelor degree and attained a grade point average (GPA) of at least 5.50.
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2025 Admission.
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International applicants
Applicants must have completed a relevant bachelor degree and attained a GPA equivalent of at least 5.5 on the ACU seven-point scale in that degree. Applicants must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy and require an academic IELTS minimum overall score of 6.5 (with a minimum score of 6.0 in all bands), or an equivalent acceptable test score as outlined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy (see English Language Proficiency).
Adjustment factors
If you’re currently completing Year 12 you may be eligible for adjustment factors that can boost your rank and help you get into your desired course.
Adjustment factors may be applied to your TAC application if you study particular subjects, attend schools geographically close to our campuses or in certain regional areas, apply as an elite athlete or performer or meet certain other criteria.
Inherent requirement
There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of that course or unit. You will need to be able to meet these inherent requirements to complete your course.
Learn more about inherent requirements for your course and how they affect you
Pathways
Further study
Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to:
- postgraduate studies in nutrition and dietetics
- postgraduate studies in high performance sport
- further study in other allied health professions
Fees
Course costs
- Unit fee: $3374
- Average first year fee: $26992
- Estimate total cost: $26992
The tuition fees quoted above are for commencing students in the current year who undertake a normal full-time load. The Unit Fee is based on a 10cp unit. Fees are reviewed annually.
Tuition fees for continuing students may increase by up to 3 percent each year for theminimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). Students who continue to study beyond the minimum duration will have the relevant annual commencing rate applied to their fees for subsequent study periods.
Payment options
You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you’ll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support.
Scholarships
You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.
For further details and instructions on how to apply, visit: ACU Nutrition Science Honours Scholarships.
How to apply
International applicants
Deferment
No deferment available.
Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 33% of the program online.