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Stage2 - Diploma of Health Sciences - Nutrition and Food Science, Leading to Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science

Navitas Group - Curtin College

Australia,Western Australia

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 41,900/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Feb 2026

Apply Date

Australia, Western Australia

Type: College

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 2000

Total Students: 12,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Building 420, Level 3, Curtin Bentley Campus, Koorliny Way, Bentley WA 6102, Australia

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Stage2 - Diploma of Health Sciences - Nutrition and Food Science, Leading to Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science

Program Overview

Students who have already completed Year 12 (or equivalent) may start with the Stage 2 Diploma, which has the same course content and structure as year one of the corresponding Curtin University undergraduate degree. Upon completion of your Diploma, you will progress directly into the second year of your Curtin University Bachelor's degree program.

Stage2 - Nutrition & Food Science - Diploma of Health Sciences
The study of nutrition and food science is based on and integrated with the sciences of biochemistry and physiology. Nutritionists advise individuals and the community about food choices for a health diet. Graduate nutritionists and food scientists typically undertake a further year of study to specialise in a professional area, including dietetics, research, food science and technology or teaching.

Leading to: Bachelor of Science (Nutrition and Food Science)
In this course you will not only learn the science behind nutrition, but also how you can improve the nutritional status of populations. You’ll also develop high-level communication and teamwork skills.

Your first year is interprofessional and taken with other health sciences students. In your second year you will choose between two streams: Nutrition or Food Science.

Nutrition
In this stream you will develop your understanding of the associations between diet and health outcomes.

You’ll explore the social and cultural influences that impact dietary decisions within populations. You’ll also conduct a nutrition research project.

Course outcomes from the Nutrition stream meet entry requirements for Curtin’s Master of Dietetics course.

In Australia, there is a distinction between dietitians and other occupations in the nutrition and food science field including that of a nutritionist. To qualify as a dietitian you must complete postgraduate studies.

Food Science
In this stream you will focus on the nature and chemical composition of foods, ingredient behaviour under different processing conditions, and the application of this knowledge to improve the safety and quality of food.

You’ll undertake field trips throughout the course and a work placement with an external organisation.

What you'll learn

Integrated discipline knowledge and evidence-based approaches to principles and practices within the field of food nutrition and food science.
Utilise sound knowledge and critical thinking to formulate solution to contemporary issues in nutrition and food science.
Apply effective and appropriate strategies to analyse complex nutrition and food science information from a variety of sources.
Effectively communicate ideas and understandings related to nutrition and food science, to technical and non-technical audiences, through written and oral means in ways appropriate to the audience or situation.
Confidently evaluate and use current and emerging technologies that are relevant to the field of nutrition and food science.
Demonstrate initiative and responsibility to deepen and broaden individual and professional learning.
Apply global perspectives to nutrition and food science issues.
Demonstrate cultural competence and ethics in to nutrition and food science practice.
Demonstrate a high level of personal autonomy, accountability and professional practice when interacting with diverse individuals, communities and organisations.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Undergraduate Pathway

Application Processing Days

3 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

36 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jun 2025		Closed
feb 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 41,900 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Navitas Group - Curtin College

CAD 29,710 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 Minimum Listening - 6.0 Minimum Reading - 6.0 Minimum Writing - 6.0 Minimum Speaking - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 68.0 Minimum Listening - 12.0 Minimum Reading - 13.0 Minimum Writing - 21.0 Minimum Speaking - 18.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0 Minimum Listening - 50.0 Minimum Reading - 50.0 Minimum Writing - 50.0 Minimum Speaking - 50.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

High Achiever Scholarship

Covers 15% of any study period when achieved a 70% CWA.

This scholarship is only for international students. It will not extend to your first year at Curtin University.

Terms and Conditions:

This Scholarship is for full fee-paying, non-sponsored international students.
This Scholarship is only for international students at Curtin College. It excludes students enrolled in the Masters Qualifying Program (MQP).
This Scholarship is available to students who are packaged with Curtin University.
The Scholarship amount cannot be withdrawn by the student.
This Scholarship covers a maximum of 15% off the tuition fee for the subsequent Curtin College study period when you have achieved a minimum study period weighted average of 70% in your current study period and enrolled in a full-time study load for the current study period according to your study plan.
You are required to pay the full tuition fee amount stated on your Letter of Offer and student invoice, the amount of the scholarship will be credited as a refund in your student account if you have deemed eligible by the Curtin College Scholarship Committee.
You will not be eligible for the Scholarship if you are in receipt of any other scholarship/bursary/ sponsorship from Curtin College, Curtin University or any other third party. The scholarship can be revoked at the discretion of the College if you already have a scholarship or sponsorship.
This Scholarship is not transferable or refundable.
The Scholarship must be taken up in the calendar year for which they are offered.
This Scholarship can be revoked if you do not accept your Letter of Offer or enrol into your Curtin College and Curtin University course by the dates specified in your Letter of Offer.
The Scholarship will not be extended beyond its prescribed duration or amount unless notified otherwise by the College.
Curtin College reserves the right to vary or add to any of these terms and conditions at its discretion with adequate notice.

To retain the scholarship:

If you apply for Deferral, you will not be eligible for the scholarship upon your return.
If you withdraw, defer or are terminated from your course, you will not be eligible for the continuation of the scholarship.
To retain eligibility for the Scholarship (unless there are exceptional circumstances), you must remain enrolled in your initial course at Curtin College and Curtin University (with the exception of your major) according to your study plan and maintain a study period weight average of 65% and pass all units attempted.
You must remain enrolled as an international student for the duration of the Scholarship. If your citizenship changes during the Scholarship period, the Scholarship will only be applied to the units you completed as an international student.
You must enrol in all units each period according to your approved study plan. which constitutes a maximum of four (4) units of study or a minimum of three (3) units of study.
You must not breach the scholarship terms and conditions outlined in this document.
You must comply with all other College rules and regulations.

Progression Scholarship :

CU will give 20% for the entire duratin of the course if achieved 70% CWA. (Undergraduate or Master by coursework).

Work Permit

PGWP

Students who have completed their studies in Australia can apply for a Post Study Work Permit or a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to continue working in Australia post the completion of their study programs. As an international student, one can apply for the visa but not later than six months after completing your course. But to be eligible, you must meet the Australian Study Requirements, which include a minimum of 16 months of stay in Australia and a completing 92 weeks of a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

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