Graduate Certificate in Culinary Nutrition Science
Course information for - 2023 entry
Offered at 2 locations
- Duration
- 0.5 year full-time or equivalent part-time
- Fees (first year)*
$14700 Fee-paying
- Start dates
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Midyear (Semester 2) intake: Beginning July 2023Applications open April 2023
The Graduate Certificate in Culinary Nutrition Science is available to commence in Professional Term 2 2023 and includes intensive or weekend practicals. Applications close on 16 January.
Students are also able to commence in Professional Term 8, 2022 (October). Students commencing in 2022 are eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Microcredentials in Culinary Nutrition Science are also available. Please visit the Microcredentials page for further information.
Overview
The Graduate Certificate of Culinary Nutrition Science (GCCNS) is a 40-credit point, 6-month full-time, or 12 months part-time, program. This course includes two core units in culinary nutrition science and two electives. Electives will be available from the Master of Dietetic Practice and other courses across ACU. The Graduate Certificate in Culinary Nutrition Science will be a standalone degree but also an exit point for students who do not complete the Master of Dietetic Practice.
Established in 2021, the Cobram Estate Culinary Nutrition Scholarship supports students undertaking the Graduate Certificate in Culinary Nutrition Science or related microcredentials at ACU’s Melbourne or North Sydney campuses.
Community engagement
Students can choose to undertake a unit ‘Engaging with communities’ where principles of community engagement is integrated within the context of solving food and nutrition problems
Careers
Graduates of this program may already be employed and have upskilled or are looking to transition to a new career focus. Graduate opportunities may depend on the professional background of the individual.
Examples of the work settings the course prepares graduates for includes:
- private or professional practice and consulting
- food and nutrition communication, publishing and media industries
- primary production and food industries
- restaurant and hospitality industries
- secondary, tertiary, corporate and community education sectors.
Course details
Course structure
To qualify for the Graduate Certificate in Culinary Nutrition Science, a student must complete 40 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of:
- 20 cp from Culinary Nutrition Units (Part A)
- 20 cp from Elective units1 (Part B)
Sample program map
| Year - Study period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 | Unit 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Year 1 Professional Term 2 | NUTR500 Advanced Culinary Nutrition Science in Practice | ||||
Year 1 Semester 1 | Elective | Elective | |||
Year 1 Winter Term | NUTR504 Foods for Special Diets in Practice |
This is a sample program only and units will vary depending on your campus and mode of study. Please refer to the handbook for the prerequisite units and the current listing.
AQF framework
Overseas study available
International placement will also be offered however these will be voluntary.
Entry requirements
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
International applicants must also meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must:
- have completed a Bachelor degree or higher; OR
- submit a resume alongside their formal application, demonstrating suitability for study and evidence of relevant industry experience and/or prior learning over a sustained period.
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2023 Admission.
Applicants with higher education study
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
International applicants must also meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed a Bachelor degree or higher;
Applicants with work and life experience
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
International applicants must also meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must submit a resume alongside their formal application, demonstrating suitability for study and evidence of relevant industry experience and/or prior learning over a sustained period.
English language requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Overall score 7.0
Individual score of 7.0 in all tests
Pearson Test of English
65 with a minimum of 65 in all four communicative skills
Test of English as a Foreign Language – Academic (TOEFL)
Internet based total of 94: with a minimum of 27 in writing, 23 in speaking, 24 in reading and 24 in listening
ACU English Language Test
A (75-100%)
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
Overall CAE score of 185
Individual score of 185 in all tests
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
Pathways into course for applicants with previous study and/or life experience
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
International applicants must also meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must:
a. have completed a Bachelor degree or higher;
OR
b. submit a resume alongside their formal application, demonstrating suitability for study and evidence of relevant industry experience and/or prior learning over a sustained period.
Further study
Individuals that meet the prerequisite requirements to study a postgraduate dietetics course may progress to a Master of Dietetic Practice or equivalent.
Fees
Course costs
$14700 Fee-paying
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.