Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Culinary Nutrition Science

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.

Overview

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. Commonwealth Supported Places are available for this course.

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:

1. 20 cp from Culinary Nutrition Units (Part A)
2. 20 cp from Elective units (Part B)

Course Map

The course map outlines the structure of the program, including the units to be completed each semester.

Entry Requirements

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must:

1. have completed a Bachelor degree or higher; OR
2. 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 applicants must also meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

Pathways

Pathways into Course

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.

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

Average first year fee: $4768 CSP. A student's annual fee will vary depending on factors including the number of units studied per year, choice of major or specialisation, and elective units.

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.

Staff Profile

Emma Stirling

Emma Stirling is a Senior Lecturer in nutrition and dietetics at our Melbourne campus. She is also an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian and award-winning nutrition communicator.

Associate Professor Sharon Croxford

Associate Professor Sharon Croxford is an award-winning academic with expertise across a range of teaching and food and nutrition-related professional domains. She has written on food and cooking, as well as nutrition, and has published in academic journals, magazines and newspapers both locally and overseas.