Bachelor of Medical Science in Human Nutrition

Western Sydney University - Campbelltown Campus

Australia,New South Wales

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 37,744/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Jul 2025

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Australia, New South Wales

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1989

Total Students: 49,200 +

Int. Students: 6,300 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Narellan Rd & Gilchrist Dr, Campbelltown NSW 2560, Australia

Bachelor of Medical Science in Human Nutrition

Program Overview

This program will provide you with the opportunity to learn about the basic sciences underpinning human health, wellbeing and its application to human disease. As a student, you’ll also gain exclusive access to our internationally renowned Biomedical Magnetic Resonance Facility. Enrolment in this program has you selecting from one of three areas as your primary major: Biomedical Science, Human Nutrition or Anatomy and Physiology. The Biomedical Science major focuses on the cellular, molecular and genetic biology aspects of health and disease. Graduates of this program go on to work in a range of settings including medical research laboratories, hospital laboratories and in pathology laboratories. Studying medical science can also lead to positions in the pharmaceutical, medical sales and various research and quality control laboratories. If you’re looking at graduate study options, this degree provides an ideal platform for further research programs as well as medicine and pharmacy programs.

Major: Human Nutrition
The Human Nutrition Major in within the Bachelor of Medical Science uses biology, chemistry and physiology to develop concepts in food and nutrient form and function in relation to human metabolism and physiology. This major takes students through the ingestion, digestion, absorption, storage and utilization of proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and trace element. Students learn how these nutrients can be managed with respect to appetite, exercise, health and disease as well as develop a wide range of laboratory and research skills. Students will also develop critical analytical skills to assess and implement recommendations for testing, monitoring and community education.