- Pursue a career in nutrition consultancy or public health, rather than in clinical practice
- Learn about contemporary issues in nutrition
- Get involved in nutrition work in the community through work integrated learning
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Nutrition
Award abbreviation: BNut
QTAC code: 013351
OP / Rank for 2013 entry: OP-17 / Rank-64
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences
Fee type 2013: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: SC354
CRICOS code: 061658G. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Study the effects of diet on the body, the role of nutrition in growth and development, and the impact of food choices on the health of the population.
This program integrates studies in biochemistry and physiology with courses in food science, human nutrition, and social, cultural and behavioural issues in food and nutrition. Advanced courses include public health and community nutrition. You complete electives in medical nutrition therapy, food service, exercise science or public health. Additional graduate study enables professional specialisation in areas such as dietetics, health promotion, public health, or exercise and sports science.
Career opportunities
Community nutrition, public health, food and nutrition research, health education, quality assurance, nutrition consultancy.
Professional recognition
Graduates may become members of the Public Health Association of Australia, The Nutrition Society and apply for associate membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must complete:
- Complete no more than 10 introductory (100 level) courses, including the core courses.
- Complete a minimum of 14 advanced (200 and 300 level) courses.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses: (2)
Select 2 courses from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Introductory courses: (6)
LFS100 Cell Biology
LFS112 Human Physiology
PUB104 Introduction to Behavioural Health
PUB112 Public Health Foundations
SCI105 Chemistry
SCI110 Science Research Methods
Advanced courses: (10)
LFS201 Systemic Physiology I
LFS251 Biochemistry
NUT201 Food Studies
NUT202 Nutrition Assessment
NUT205 Public Health Nutrition
NUT211 Food in Society
NUT212 Principles of Nutrition
NUT232 Nutritional Biochemistry
NUT301 Advanced Public Health Nutrition
NUT352 Contemporary Issues in Nutrition
Elective courses: (6)
Select 6 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Program transfer
Students wishing to be considered to undertake an internal transfer into the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (not available to international students on a Student Visa) should consult with their Program Advisor prior to the end of Week 2 of Semester 1 of regarding subject choices.
Study Plan
This Bachelor of Nutrition Study Plan is for students commencing in the current Semester.
Students wishing to be considered to undertake an internal transfer into the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (not available to international students on a Student Visa) should consult with their Program Advisor prior to the end of Week 2 of Semester 1 of regarding subject choices.
Year 1
- Six (6) required courses:
ONE in your first semester and ONE in your second semester
SCI105 and SCI110 should be studied in Semester 1 - Two (2) COR courses:
ONE in your first semester and ONE in your second semester
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS100 Cell Biology | |||
| SCI105 Chemistry | |||
| SCI110 Science Research Methods | |||
| LFS112 Human Physiology | |||
| NUT211 Food in Society | |||
| PUB112 Public Health Foundations |
Core courses: (2)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Communication and Thought | |||
| COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability |
Year 2
- Seven (7) required courses
- One (1) elective course
One elective course should be studied in Semester 2
Required courses: (7)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS201 Systemic Physiology I | |||
| LFS251 Biochemistry | |||
| NUT201 Food Studies | |||
| NUT212 Principles of Nutrition | |||
| NUT202 Nutrition Assessment | |||
| NUT205 Public Health Nutrition | |||
| NUT232 Nutritional Biochemistry |
Elective course: (1)
Select 1 elective course from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 3
- Three (3) required courses
- Five (5) elective courses:
Two elective courses should be studied in Semester 1
Three elective courses should be studied in Semester 2.
Required courses: (3)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUT352 Contemporary Issues in Nutrition | |||
| PUB104 Introduction to Behavioural Health | |||
| NUT301 Advanced Public Health Nutrition |
Elective courses: (5)
Select 5 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).