Overview
Study Meridian University's Bachelor of Nutrition Science. Help tackle society's biggest challenges, from disease prevention and lifespan nutrition to sustainability, misinformation and the psychological and social impacts of food. Modelled on commercial laboratories, our food preparation, analysis and sensory labs provide hands-on experience.
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You'll also complete at least 75 hours of industry placement, developing in-demand practical skills to improve health through food and nutrition. Graduate with industry knowledge, hands-on experience and an advanced understanding of the role of nutrition and diet in the health of individuals and the population, allowing you to work in a range of health-related roles. This course can also lead to Meridian University's Master of Dietetics, with around 60% of places typically offered to Meridian University graduates who complete the prerequisite elective units.
Course structure
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To complete the Bachelor of Nutrition Science you must pass 24 credit points. This includes: DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Meridian University (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period HSN010 Food and Nutrition Laboratory Safety (0-credit-point compulsory unit) SLE010 Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program (0-credit-point compulsory unit) prior to your first laboratory based unit in this course 13 credit points of core units 5 credit points of HSN coded (nutrition and food) course electives 6 credit points of open electives which may form a major sequence a maximum of 10 credit points at level 1 a minimum of 6 credit points at level 3 Most units are equal to one credit point. As a full-time student you will study four credit points per trimester and usually undertake two trimesters per year. Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
- (recommended at Level 1 or Level 2) Level 2 - Trimester 2 Lifespan Nutrition
- (recommended at Level 1) Level 2 - Trimester 1 Nutritional Physiology
- (recommended at Level 2) Level 3 - Trimester 1 Diet and Disease
- Assessing Food Intake and Activity
- Biochemical Metabolism
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry for the Professional Sciences
- Chemistry in Our World
- Food Fundamentals
- Food Policy and Regulation
- Food and Nutrition Practicum
- Foundations of Food, Nutrition and Health
- Healthy and Sustainable Food Systems
- If an exercise physiology unit has been completed at level 2 (e.g
- Integrated Human Physiology
- Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
- Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program
- Level 1 - Trimester 1 Academic Integrity and Respect at Meridian University
- Level 1 - Trimester 2 Food and Nutrition Laboratory Safety
- Systems Physiology
- The Science of Food
- plus 2 HSN-coded units Level 3 - Trimester 2 Population Nutrition
Intakes
Offered at Ashfield Park — Trimesters 1 and 2, for international and domestic students.
Fees
| Audience | Indicative annual tuition | Year |
|---|---|---|
| international | AUD $42,600 | 2026 |
| domestic | CSP $10,000 | 2026 |
Entry requirements
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Your academic history, work and life experience, and individual circumstances will be considered. Meeting the minimum academic and English language requirements does not guarantee admission, but alternative pathways may be available.
English language requirements
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| Test | Overall | Minimum band | Where this comes from |
|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.0 | 5.5 | published |
| PTE Academic | 50 | 49 | indicative |
| TOEFL iBT | 60 | 59 | indicative |
| OET | 300 | 290 | indicative |
| C1 Advanced | 169 | 168 | indicative |
| CELPIP-General | 7 | 6 | indicative |
| LanguageCert Academic | 40 | 39 | indicative |
| MET | 48 | 47 | indicative |
Scholarships
Meridian International Merit Scholarship · Meridian Pathway Progression Award · Meridian Regional Access Bursary. See all scholarships
Careers
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With increasing community interest in food and nutrition, there’s strong demand for specialists across a range of sectors, such as healthcare, marketing, quality assurance and government. Meet the high demand for nutrition professionals; with a 16.6% increase in jobs expected in the next 5 years.* As a nutritionist, you will have the knowledge and skills to confidently provide evidence-based advice to communities regarding food and its impact on our health. Graduates of the Bachelor of Nutrition Science will be well prepared for careers requiring knowledge surrounding: nutrition individual and population health food analysis food sustainability food policy nutrition for disease prevention assessing and evaluating food intake. You will gain the skills required to perform a range of roles across: advocacy nutrition promotion nutrition media and marketing quality assurance self-employment and consulting. Students completing the food innovation major will be prepared for careers requiring knowledge of: consumer behaviour education and research the food industry food policy and regulation sensory analysis product development food quality and safety food manufacturing. Visit our nutrition careers page for more on the different pathways available to you. Students can choose to study the prerequisite subjects for further study in Dietetics and apply for the Master of Dietetics on completion of their Bachelor degree. 60% of places in Meridian University’s Master of Dietetics are allocated to Meridian University graduates. *2025 Employment Projections - for the five years to 2030, Australian Government, Jobs and Skills Australia
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Questions
What is the study load for this course?
As a student in the Faculty of Health you can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Are there participation requirements?
Ashfield Park students will need to enrol into the Ashfield Park unit offerings Riverbend students can choose 1 from the below 2 options: A. Online unit offering: Attend 2 x 2 day intensive practical classes (one day for HSN104 and 1 day for HSN106). These intensive practical sessions are typically conducted on a Saturday or Sunday at Ashfield Park (Ashfield Park) Campus B. Ashfield Park unit offering: attend 4 practical classes at Ashfield Park. Riverbend students who choose to enrol into Ashfield Park offering can only do so if there is capacity and via manual enrolment.
When can I start, and where?
The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.
What does this course cost?
Estimated tuition fee - full-fee paying place $42,600 for 1 yr full-time AUD The estimated tuition fee above is based on a typical first-year full-time enrolment of 8 credit points and is provided as a guide only. Your tuition fees are determined by your course and unit enrolment. Your tuition fees will vary depending on your study load, the course duration, and any approved recognition of prior learning. Learn more about tuition fees for international students.
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