Dietitians have advanced knowledge in the science of nutrition and use this knowledge to advise on appropriate diet, food preparation and menu planning to treat nutrition-related disease. Accredited practising dietitians often work alongside health professionals in hospitals and community settings delivering individual dietary counselling, medical nutrition therapy and group dietary therapy. Their work contributes to the promotion of health, the prevention and treatment of disease such as diabetes and cancer, and optimal health maintenance. Why choose this course? QUT has offered an industry accredited program for more than 40 years and we are recognised for delivering job-ready graduates who are in demand and successful in securing competitive graduate employment positions. During this course, you will have an opportunity to work with real clients from many cultural and social backgrounds. At QUT Health Clinics you will provide advice for the management of chronic disease, before and after surgery, eating disorders and weight management, food intolerance and allergies. You will also complete professional placements in external settings that may include community health centres, hospitals, correctional facilities and catering institutions. There are opportunities to travel, with the option to gain professional experience in rural and regional Australia, and overseas. Career outcomes Graduates can choose from a range of career pathways. They often provide nutrition therapy to clients in the management of disease and illness in hospitals, private practice, community health centres and nursing homes. Other employment opportunities include consulting to the food industry on product development and marketing, preparing educational material and resources for industry, schools and community, or developing food and nutrition policies for government and non-government organisations. This course can also lead to further study or research in nutrition and dietetics, health service management, environmental health and public health.