UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Nutrition
University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, QLD, Australia
About this program
Learn about the fascinating new science of nutrition, food and healthy eating from registered nutritionists and accredited practising dietitians in our specialised teaching kitchen.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
38 terms of coursework
- Program structure
- Introductory courses
- 108units
- BIO100Bioscience Foundations
- HLT109Anatomy & Physiology I
- HLT110Anatomy & Physiology II
- HLT112Introduction to Health Science Research Methods
- NUT102Food in Society
- NUT110Introduction to Nutrition and Dietetics
- PUB112Public Health Foundations
- SCI105Introductory Chemistry
- SCS130Introduction to Indigenous Australia
- Developing courses
- 60 units
- LFS251Biochemistry
- NUT201Food Studies
- NUT205Public Health Nutrition
- NUT212Principles of Nutrition
- NUT232Nutritional Biochemistry
- Graduate courses
- 60 units
- NUT300Nutrition for Health and Exercise
- NUT303Food
- Nutrition and Menu Design
- NUT304Nutrition Practicum
- NUT313Nutrition Communication and Education
- NUT333Health Research Design
- Minor
- Select 1 minor: Students seeking entry into the Master of Dietetics (Sports Nutrition) will need to select Exercise and Sport
- Exercise and Sport
- Public Health Nutrition
- Social Media
- Sustainability
- Required courses from a specified list:
- Select a total of 12 units from: Students seeking entry into the Master of Dietetics (Sports Nutrition) or completing the Exercise and Sport Minor will need to select SPX211
- PUB205Food Safety Laws and Regulations
- PUB272Healthy Public Policy and Advocacy
- SPX211Exercise Physiology I
- Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Registered Nurse (Aged Care)ANZSCO 254412
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, assessed against ANMAC's standards.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Medical)ANZSCO 254418
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Mental Health)ANZSCO 254422
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Community Health)ANZSCO 254414
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Nurse PractitionerANZSCO 254411
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Requires advanced NMBA endorsement on top of standard registration.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
MidwifeANZSCO 254111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
PhysiotherapistANZSCO 252511
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Australian Physiotherapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Physiotherapy Council
Occupational TherapistANZSCO 252411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Occupational Therapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
DietitianANZSCO 251111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via a Dietitians Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Dietitians Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Entry requirements Entry requirements For entry into most UniSC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades. Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree. Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that UniSC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis. If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment. Minimum entry threshold Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank. Location ATAR/Rank Sunshine Coast 50.00 Moreton Bay 50.00 Additional entry information Provisional direct entry into the Masters of Dietetics (Sports Nutrition): A limited number of places are available to high achieving students who have completed Year 12 no more than three (3) years before admission, have not previously attempted any tertiary study at diploma level or higher and satisfy the English language requirements of the Masters program. Provisional direct entry sets aside a future place in the Master of Dietetics (Sports Nutrition). Students admitted into this provisional pathway must complete the Bachelor of Nutrition in 3 years and achieve a cumulative program GPA of at least 5.0; the university may withdraw an offer if the student does not enrol in the Master of Dietetics (Sports Nutrition) in the year following completion of the Bachelor of Nutrition program. To apply for the Bachelor of Nutrition/Master of Dietetics Sports Nutrition), use the QTAC code 013542 (Moreton Bay) or 014542 (Sunshine Coast). Please note, the Masters program is only offered at the Moreton Bay campus. Recommended prior study English; General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths; at least one science subject Inherent academic requirements Prospective students must consider the Inherent Academic Requirements before applying to study this program. Refer to Bachelor of Nutrition - Inherent Academic Requirements
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