Master of Naturopathy
This course is designed for individuals seeking advanced, evidence‑informed naturopathic practice skills—ideal for students with an eligible health related degree who value holistic, science‑based care and want to integrate nutrition, herbal medicine, diagnostics, and clinical experience into professional practice.
Next Intake Monday 4 May 2026
Campus Locations
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Perth
Course Length
4 years (full-time), Part-time options available
Payment Options
FEE-HELP available for domestic students, upfront payment
Contact Hours
From 6 hours per week (part-time)
The Master of Naturopathy provides advanced, evidence informed training in human biosciences, nutritional therapeutics, herbal medicine, diagnostic reasoning, professional communication, and supervised clinical practice. Students explore the biochemical and physiological foundations of health through Advanced Human Biosciences, deepen clinical nutrition capability via Nutritional Therapeutics subjects, and build herbal prescribing skills through Herbal Medicine Therapeutics 1 and 2
The program blends traditional naturopathic philosophy with contemporary scientific research, supported by strong training in evidence based practice through supervised practicum experiences totalling 400 hours across 2 Clinical Practicums
Graduates will emerge as safe, ethical, reflective naturopathic practitioners equipped to deliver holistic, client centred care.
Why Study This Course?
Gain advanced knowledge of human bioscience, nutrition, herbal medicine, diagnostics and holistic practice.
Build therapeutic communication skills for effective practitioner–client relationships.
Develop strong research literacy and evidence informed reasoning.
Train in real clinical settings with 400 hours of supervised practicum.
Learn from industry experienced naturopaths and academics.
Graduate ready to practise in private, integrative, community and wellbeing settings.
Academic Qualification: Completion of a relevant bachelor’s degree (eg: Nursing, Dietetics, Allied Health, Medicine).
English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent)
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Naturopathy will be able to:
Apply advanced bioscience knowledge in clinical reasoning.
Integrate nutritional and herbal therapeutics in personalised care.
Conduct comprehensive assessment and diagnostic interpretation.
Communicate effectively and ethically with clients and teams.
Evaluate and apply research to support evidenceinformed practice.
Demonstrate safe, competent naturopathic practice through supervised placements.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be skilled to pursue diverse career paths, including:
Private naturopathic practice
Integrative / multidisciplinary clinics
Community health and wellbeing programs
Natural health product companies (technical, education, formulation roles)
Corporate wellness programs
Health writing, education or advocacy
Further postgraduate research pathways
Course Structure
The Master of Naturopathy is offered in mixed mode, with a combination of online subjects and clinical placements:
Online – fully digital structured learning, supported by our expert academics. Asynchronous (not live) delivery; can study this subject at any time during the week within specified delivery periods. Specific due dates still apply to assessment items.
Clinic Placements – attend clinics at on one of our 6 campuses at specific timetabled times throughout the week, or at an approved external clinic.