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LA TROBE Bachelor of Food and Nutrition
Open Universities Australia (OUA)
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS:
Nutritionists help translate nutritional science for the lay public and advise the community about good food choices for healthy eating. To do this, nutritionists consider the nutritive value of foods, the nutrients bodies need at different stages of development, and the role nutrients and diet play in health and in disease prevention. They can also do research: for example working on new food products, or examining the relationships between nutrients/dietary patterns and disease (however, they do not help treat disease through nutrition - this is the role of dietitians). The Bachelor of Food and Nutrition aims to provide graduates with a thorough understanding of food and human nutrition, as preparation for careers in various fields related to the promotion of health at individual and community levels. During the course, students will study biosciences, principles of nutrition, food science and food skills, nutrition and disease, nutritional needs over the lifespan and for sports performance, and the social and public health aspects of nutrition. On completion of the course graduates may self-register with the Nutrition Society of Australia as an Associate Nutritionist.
Structure
24 units
Subjects
- Food and nutrition
Standard entry requirements
With the exception of the 4 open enrolment units, this is a restricted course. Continuing enrolment is only available to students who have been accepted into this course.
Recognition
On completion of the course graduates may apply to the Nutrition Society of Australia to be accredited as an Associate Nutritionist.
Study pathways
Students may be able to get credit for previous studies conducted at other institutions.
