About the course

Massey’s Master of Science (Human Nutrition) will give you the knowledge and experience you need to interpret and contribute to current issues in human nutrition. Massey’s Master of Science (Human Nutrition) will give you in-depth knowledge and understanding of the latest issues in the field of human nutrition. You’ll develop your scientific research skills to an advanced level. You’ll investigate the links between diet and health, and the factors affecting them. Your research project can be completed in the nutrition research facilities on our campuses, in the community or in your workplace. Research projects may be part of existing research within the university, or designed specifically for your needs and interests. Your Master of Science (HumNutr) can have a particular focus, such as public health nutrition, sports nutrition or nutritional physiology. Study hours are flexible to fit in with your busy life, with courses offered in block mode. You can study full-time or part-time, combining study with your work and other commitments. Teaching is a mixture of self-directed learning (supported by the Stream virtual classroom environment) and block courses (usually two eight-hour block courses for core courses and two four-hour, half-day block courses for elective courses). The block courses are video-linked and you can attend in Palmerston North or Auckland, regardless of where the course is hosted. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Albany
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Off-campus
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Albany
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Off-campus
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Albany
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Off-campus
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Albany
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Off-campus
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Albany
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Off-campus
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Off-campus
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Albany

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Massey University

An appropriate undergraduate degree from a recognised tertiary institution is required.

　　IELTS - 6.5

　　TOEFL iBT - 90

　　TOEFL pBT - 575

　　Admission to the Master of Science (Human Nutrition) (180 or 240 credits) requires you to have A Bachelor of Science degree, or equivalent, with a major in Human Nutrition or ly related subject, with a minimum B average in the majoring 300 level courses or a bachelor degree with a major in a subject related to Human Nutrition (or equivalent qualification), followed by a Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology in Human Nutrition with a minimum B average in the 300-level courses or a bachelor degree followed by a Graduate Diploma of Science in Human Nutrition or equivalent, with a minimum B average in the majoring 300 level courses.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Massey University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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