Bachelor of Human Nutrition
University of Canberra
CRICOS provider number: 00212K TEQSA provider ID: PRV12003
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Human nutrition is the branch of science devoted to the study of food and nutrients. It examines the effect that food and nutrients have on our physical, social, mental and environmental wellbeing. At the University of Canberra our emphasis is on the role of nutrition in the maintenance of health and wellbeing in different societies. You will gain specialist knowledge of the physiological, social, biochemical and epidemiological factors influencing diet-related diseases prevalent in societies today.
Areas of study
Biochemistry, food science, human nutrition, physiology.
Career opportunities
Food standards regulator, nutritionist, health promotion officer, health educator, food technologist, sports industry officer, government policy officer, community educator, food industry media spokesperson, food and nutrition researcher.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible to register as a nutritionist with the Nutrition Society of Australia after completing the Bachelor of Human Nutrition. Students completing the Bachelor of Human Nutrition have all prerequisites to apply for Master of Nutrition and Dietetics if they wish to pursue a career as an accredited practising dietitian.
Practical experience
Work-integrated learning (learning first-hand through real work or work-like experiences).
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current UC fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: ACT: Chemistry (Major), Mathematical Methods (Major). NSW: Chemistry, Mathematics Advanced.
Other applicants
Refer to the UC general admission criteria.
Student profile
Visit the UC website.
Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Canberra website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
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- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
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Honours
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