Master of Dietetics

 Master of Dietetics is about healthy eating and well-being, and  promotes better understanding of the benefits of nutrition in diverse communities and settings, La Trobe's Master of Dietetics has been established to reflect the emerging needs of this changing profession.

La Trobe has a long history of nutrition education, and our new contemporary Master of Dietetics both builds on that history and embraces newfound developments and changing ideologies. Our person-centred, socially conscious approach to nutrition science favours the teaching of flexible concepts over dogmatic facts, and aids you in establishing a strong professional approach and individual identity.

Applying  research skills in diverse practice settings, utilise La Trobe's long-term industry partnerships to gain on-the-ground experience in clinical and community spaces.  Student experience will prepare  for work in priority sectors, with focus on diversity, community inclusion and counselling.

Our approach to dietetics values the importance of life-long learning, and teaches you how to incorporate novel technologies, cutting-edge science and emerging evidence into your developing practice. Graduate ready to succeed in your career, and ready to help people.

With La Trobe's Master of Dietetics, student will learn:

Care, counselling, medical nutrition

Learn essential skills in nutrition assessment, diagnosis and counselling. Understanding medical nutrition therapy and patient support.

Individual case management

During 50 days of placement, you'll apply your clinical knowledge, counselling skills and the nutrition care process to support the health of individuals and groups.

Food service through placement and practical classes, student will explore the food systems utilised in clinical settings, and support vulnerable and disadvantaged populations.

Entrepreneurship get the skills to succeed as a professional dietitian. Learn how to set up  own business and explore professional ethics, leadership

and management.

Future-focused topics explore future-ready issues (sustainability, indigenous health) and specialist areas of dietetic practice. Use emerging, priority areas (mental health, disability, aged care) as a conceptual framework to explore interdisciplinary practice. Work with carers and translators, learn community impact and advocacy.

Professional identity and diversity discover the scope and diversity of dietetic roles, from professional practice and standards through to the impact of colonisation and hierarchical systems on healthcare.