Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition)

Torrens University Australia

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 03389E

A Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition) covers the impact of nutritional, dietary and lifestyle factors on health, and how therapeutic nutritional intervention can achieve wellbeing. This bachelor delivers hands-on experience at the student-led Practice Wellbeing Centre under the guidance of experienced nutritionists, treating public patients. A degree in nutrition will prepare you to confidently start clinical nutrition practice in the community. In this course, you will learn the foundations of health science, including human biology, physiology and pathology, as well as the basics of research and evidence-based practice. You’ll study how food and other dietary factors can be used to improve wellbeing at individual, community or population level. Under the guidance of experienced nutritionists, you will gain hands-on experience treating public patients at our custom-built student-led clinic, The Practice Wellbeing Centre. Work-Integrated Learning and clinical practicum experience are embedded throughout the course and are incorporated into theory subjects.

Structure

Eight core subjects must be completed.

Standard entry requirements

Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent OR Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above OR Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification OR Work and life experience that demonstrates skills and knowledge gained through paid or unpaid employment, formal learning and/or non-formal learning (presented on a current resume with attached cover letter).

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Brisbane - Bowen Terrace Campus Domestic: $62,784
International: $76,800
Yes
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years
Brisbane - Gotha Street Campus Domestic: $62,784
International: $76,800
Yes
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years
Melbourne Campus Domestic: $62,784
International: $76,800
Yes
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years
Sydney - Surry Hills Campus Domestic: $62,784
International: $76,800
Yes
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years

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