Program Overview

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.
 

Study a Bachelor of Human Nutrition at UC and you will:

• Complete a range of foundation subjects to develop a sound scientific background in human nutrition including biochemistry, physiology and food science
• Learn to describe all the factors that influence eating behaviour and responses to food today such as the psychological, social and cultural aspects of people’s relationship to food and their maintenance of health and well-being
• Be prepared for entry into graduate courses in allied health areas, including dietetics and nutrition, sports dietetics, physiotherapy and pharmacy.

Work-integrated learning
Work-integrated learning (WIL) is learning first-hand through real work or work-like experiences. WIL is a key element to enhancing employability in the workplace and is integral to many of our courses. This reinforces our commitment to preparing professional and highly employable graduates with the right mix of skills and knowledge.

Specialist Major in Nutritional Science
The Specialist Major in Nutritional Science builds on units in the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations (CM0021). It completes required studies in chemistry and physiology and covers fundamental nutrition units. This core is essential for any student pursuing a career as a nutritionist or dietitian. Students completing the Core Major in Nutrition Foundations (CM0021) and the Specialist Major in Nutritional Science (SM0042) will cover the basic prerequisites for the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics.