- 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 2012 entry: OP-16 / Rank-67
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 2012: 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 imapct 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 Workplace Learning I
COR110 Workplace Learning II
COR111 Communication and Thought
Introductory courses: (7)
LFS100 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
LFS112 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
LFS122 Cell Biology
PUB104 Chemistry
PUB112 Science Research Methods
SCI105 Human Physiology
SCI110 Human Anatomy
Advanced courses: (9)
LFS201 Food in Society
LFS251 Systemic Physiology I
NUT201 Biochemistry
NUT202 Food Studies
NUT211 Principles of Nutrition
NUT212 Nutrition Assessment
NUT232 Nutritional Biochemistry
NUT301 Public Health Foundations
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
- Two (2) Core courses
ONE in your first semester and ONE in your second semester. - Six (6) required courses
SCI105 and SCI110 should be studied in Semester 1
Core courses: (2)
Select 2 courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Immunology | |||
| COR110 Pathophysiology | |||
| COR111 Epidemiology and Biostatistics |
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS100 Biochemical Pharmacology | |||
| SCI105 Pharmaceutical and Food Microbiology | |||
| SCI110 Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology | |||
| LFS112 Special Research Project | |||
| LFS122 Special Research Project | |||
| NUT211 Workplace Learning I |
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 Workplace Learning II | |||
| LFS251 Medical Microbiology | |||
| NUT201 Integrated Medical Science | |||
| NUT212 Medical Biochemistry | |||
| NUT202 Introduction to Clinical Trial Coordination | |||
| NUT232 Clinical Embryology | |||
| PUB112 Medicinal Organic Chemistry |
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 Microbial Pathogenesis | |||
| PUB104 Special Research Project | |||
| NUT301 Special Research Project |
Elective courses: (5)
Select 5 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).