UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Human Nutrition
University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia
About this program
A three-year science degree (72 credit points) on the role of nutrition in health across different societies, built on biochemistry, physiology and food science alongside the psychological, social and cultural drivers of what people eat.
It does not lead to dietitian registration. Graduates are eligible for registration as an Associate Nutritionist with the Nutrition Society of Australia, and those who want to practise as dietitians progress to a master's such as UC's Master of Nutrition and Dietetics, for which this degree is a direct pathway. A placement is required, with Working with Vulnerable People and sometimes police and vaccination checks. Entry is a selection rank of about 60 with assumed knowledge in chemistry and mathematics. It suits students interested in nutrition science, public health, the food industry, research or an allied-health graduate pathway.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 6 parts
Year 1, Semester 1
3 units- 11768Chemical Foundations
- 9280Introductory Nutrition
- 11400Professional Orientation (Health)
Year 1, Semester 2
3 units- 11724Chemical Concepts
- 8257Nutritional Science
- 6529Systemic Anatomy and Physiology
Year 2, Semester 1
3 units- 11733Fundamentals of Biochemistry
- 9279Introduction to Food Science
- 9808Regional Anatomy and Physiology
Year 2, Semester 2
2 units- 11734Biochemistry and Metabolism
- 8255Nutrition and Disease
Year 3, Semester 1
1 units- 11726Integrated Physiology
Year 3, Semester 2
2 units- 11729Excitable Tissue Physiology
- 11402Professional Evidence (Health)
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Admissions
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: . - Year 12 ATAR . - other Australian Qualification . - work experience . - overseas qualification . We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
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