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Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition)

Study Method In-class, Online
Locations Online, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
Provider Endeavour College of Natural Health
Start Date Trimester intakes commence in March, July and October. Additional intakes for some online subjects in May.
Endeavour College of Natural Health
  • Only available in selected major cities and surrounding areas:
    • Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Course overview

Clinical nutritionists integrate traditional food wisdom and current scientific evidence to motivate individuals and communities to eat well and live healthier lives.

The Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition) is supported by a strong underpinning of biological and social sciences subjects. Your studies broaden throughout the degree to include nutritional biochemistry, weight management, clinical nutrition, dietary planning, sports nutrition, nutritional physiology research and public health nutrition. These theories and concepts are put into practice through developing clinical skills and clinical experience in Endeavour’s Teaching Clinics.

Graduate Nutritionists may choose to enter clinical practice, either in private practice or in an integrative or other healthcare settings. Nutritionists are also entering industry-based roles in areas such as product development, education, corporate health and nutraceutical sales and marketing.

This degree does not meet the professional accreditation requirements of the Dietitian’s Association of Australia (DAA) for graduates to practise as an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).

Job outcomes

  • Health and Nutritional Consultant
  • Private Practise
  • Clinical Practise
  • Product Development
  • Nutrition Support Services
  • Research, education, clinic management, sales or marketing.
  • Content Creation

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Study method

  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

  • South Australia
    • Adelaide
  • Queensland
    • Brisbane
    • Gold Coast
  • Victoria
    • Melbourne
  • Western Australia
    • Perth
  • New South Wales
    • Sydney

Duration study load

  • Full-time – 3 years
  • Part-time – 6 years

Delivery

Endeavour College offers the flexibility to commence all 1st-year subjects online with an updated digital delivery model. With the support of online tutors and a robust Learning Management System, you can fit study around your work and/or personal commitments.

To support learning, students attend practical classes where they are expected to practise interviewing and case assessment techniques, as well as physical clinical examination and treatment procedures. This is conducted under the supervision of qualified instructors and with respect for privacy, cultural and religious differences. Students gain significant clinical experience at Endeavour’s Teaching Clinics under the supervision of qualified practitioners.

In the clinics, students will develop and hone all skills required for professional clinical practice (and to run a successful clinic after graduation), including patient assessment and management, patient recruitment and continuity of care, customer service and dispensary management.

Entry requirements

Endeavour College is a direct entry College with no ATAR requirements.

  • Year 12 or equivalent (OP/ATAR score not required)
  • Mature age students without year 12 equivalent may be admitted based on demonstrated ability to undertake study at higher education level through relevant work and/or life experience, and/or attempted or completed formal, informal or non-formal study.
  • English language proficiency equivalent to a 6.5 IELTS result is required.

To gain entry to an accredited undergraduate course at Endeavour College, applicants must satisfy the general requirements and other entry requirements by type of background.

General Requirements – All Applicants

All domestic applicants, regardless of background, must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be willing to attend an admissions interview upon submission of enrolment paperwork (in person or via teleconference / Skype)
  • Must be 18 years of age within the first period of study
  • Must meet self-declared minimum computer literacy standards and have unrestricted access to the internet and a personal email account
  • Must read and understand the Inherent Course Requirements for the course into which they are seeking admission and accept them prior to enrolment in the course

Additional applicant background entry requirements (including English language and international students) are available through enquiring with the College.

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Course features

  • 1st-year subjects delivered fully online 
  • Practitioner focused degree 
  • All clinical/practical subjects are completed on-site at the campus location 
  • The flexibility of study in both time and location 
  • All course material is available online 
  • Dedicated online tutor 
  • Ability to book one-on-one consultations 

Recognition of prior learning

If you have fully or partially completed a qualification with another provider (either at a Higher Education or Vocational Education and Training level), you may receive advanced standing towards your Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition) degree via our Credit Recognition process.

Professional Recognition

Graduates of the Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition) may apply for membership with the following professional associations:

  • Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA)
  • Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)
  • Complementary Medicine Association (CMA)
  • Nutrition Society of Australia (NSA)

Assessment

  • Exams & Reports
  • Quizzes
  • Essays
  • Practical/clinical skills demonstration

Subjects

Core Units
BIOA111Introduction to Human Biology
  • Introduces concepts of human physiology, anatomy and homeostasis within cells, tissues and systems as well as the concepts relating to chemistry and the biochemical pathways within our cells.
NMDF121Foundations of Human Nutrition
  • Establishes the essential bridge between health science and nutritional medicine. Students explore the biological and physiological functions of macro and micro nutrients.
NMDS112Sociology of Food
  • Introduces students to the social determinants of health and draws awareness to the complex influences upon food choices and dietary behaviours. Enhances social and cultural competency to better meet diverse nutritional needs in client settings.
SOCC111Developing Cultural Competence in Healthcare
  • Explores the concept of ‘cultural competence and safety’ and a holistic person-centered approach as essential for working with individuals in a complementary medicine, community-based setting, and within the broader healthcare system.
BIOA122Systems Physiology
  • Develops a deeper understanding of how major body systems function with respect to specific cell, tissue and organ function in the context of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, immune, cardiac, respiratory, renal and reproductive systems.

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Payment options

The following payment options are available for this course:

  • FEE-HELP (Australian citizens, some New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent Humanitarian Visas are eligible to apply)
  • Upfront payment

Tuition payment arrangements must be confirmed upon admission to the College.

Information on tuition fee schedules are available upon enquiry with the College.

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About Endeavour College of Natural Health

Endeavour College of Natural Health has been providing Vocational and Higher Education courses in Natural Health since 1975. Our vision is to promote and advance the philosophy and practice of natural medicine and wellbeing by producing high-quality graduates who will become leaders in their fields of practice. We are dynamic and innovative whilst maintaining traditional wisdom in both a digital and practical learning environment.

Endeavour is a direct entry College with no ATAR requirements. You can apply to study with us at any time and join an upcoming intake in our Bachelor of Health Science degrees (Acupuncture Therapies, Chinese Medicine, Naturopathy and Clinical Nutrition), Bachelor of Nutrition, Diploma of Health Science, Diploma of Health Science (Chinese Remedial Massage), and nationally recognised VET qualifications in remedial massage, massage therapy, allied health assistance and fitness. Enquire today to learn more about studying at Endeavour College of Natural Health.

Endeavour College of Natural Health is a trading name of Australian College of Natural Medicine Pty Ltd (PRV12070, CRICOS #00231G, RTO 31489).

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