About Bachelor Of Health Sciences And Master Of Nutrition And Dietetic Practice in Bond University

About the program

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 Program Structure and Subjects ) and a minimum GPA of 1/4 (equivalent to a 4/7) will automatically progress to the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program. 

Academic qualification equivalents

• Successful graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent (For most countries, the same academic preparation as is required for university entrance in that country is required for consideration. 
• Program-Specific Prerequisite courses completed at the senior level (e.g. Grade 12);

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS:  6.5 (No sub score less than 6.0)
• TOEFL: iBT 79
• PTE: 58

Bond University Highlights

Bond University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The tuition fee per semester (In AUD) for international students is tabulated below:

On-campus accommodation cost PER SEMESTER (In AUD) is given below:

Off-Campus Costs (In AUD) for a student on a weekly basis are -

Bond University Application Process

Applicants can apply for the Bond University admissions by January 8, May 21 and September 10 for different enrollment sessions. The admission decision is relayed within 2 weeks after the deadlines.

• Application Portal: Apply to Bond; for Medical programs apply through QTAC in January.
• Application fee: NO FEE
• Supporting Documents and Eligibility:
  • Application form
  • Certified copy of certificates from high school/college/university
  • CV/Resume
  • Official translation of transcripts if not in English
  • Employment experience statement (if applicable)
  • Copy of passport
  • Additional course-specific requirements
  • Letter from principal certifying medium of instruction was English OR
  • English language proficiency scores: