1 year Full time or 2 years Part time
The Diploma of Nutrition provides foundational knowledge on health science and the role of nutrition in health. Kickstart a career in nutrition by exploring the full spectrum of human anatomy, physiology and chemistry, and how they relate to human nutrition, digestion and metabolism.
This online diploma promotes improvements in general health and wellbeing at each life stage and for Indigenous communities at the population level. You’ll learn practical skills such as how to apply the Australian Dietary Guidelines and Nutrient Reference Values to dietary assessments and planning. Upon completion, you’ll have the option to begin a fulfilling career or continue studying with the Bachelor of Nutrition.
*Please note, you do not need a nutrition qualification to become a member of Nutrition Australia.
Area of study:
Biological Foundations
Human Nutrition
Nutrition and Society
Human Structure & Physiology
Evidence-based Practice
Lifespan Nutrition
Industry partners and work placements:
When you study the Diploma of Nutrition at Torrens University Australia, you will benefit from our extensive network of industry partners. You’ll learn from industry professionals, gain invaluable insights and build key industry relationships.
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Torrens University Australia
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Applicant must have completed Year 12 or equivalent
Completed Year 12 or equivalent. Other admission pathways are available to applicants.
For more information about the ATAR/Selection Rank profile, please visit ATAR/Selection Rank profile explained.
As this is a new course, Semester 1, 2026 information is not available.
Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.
For more information about the Student profile, please visit Student profile explained.
As this is a new course, Semester 1, 2026 information is not available.
The Diploma of Nutrition produces advocates for promoting optimal health by applying the foundational knowledge of what it means to be healthy and the role of food in health by communicating this it to the community as a Nutritional Advisor. Upon completion, you can begin a career in the professional domain of nutrition or continue studies onto the Bachelor of Nutrition.
Career paths:
Retail Assistant in Nutrition