Overview
Discover your passion for nutrition
In studying a Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition Studies) you will complete a range of foundation subjects to develop a sound scientific background in human nutrition including physiology, nutrition and food science. You will also investigate the factors that impact what effects food and nutrients have on our physical, social, mental and environmental wellbeing.
Gain knowledge in the different nutritional practices and what role guidelines play. Graduate with specialist knowledge of the physiological, social, and epidemiological factors influencing diet-related diseases prevalent in societies today as well as across the lifespan and populations. Further study opportunities for this degree include Bachelor of Health Science (Honours), Master of Public Health and Master of Occupational Therapy.
Study a Bachelor of Health Science (Nutritional Studies) at UC and you will:
- Work individually, collaboratively and ethically while building professional networks in the health sector.
- Translate and communicate discipline specific knowledge to a variety of health-related audiences such as professionals, government and non-government representatives and clients.
- Develop and apply critical analysis skills to a range of contemporary health related issues
- Identify factors influencing food behaviour, attitudes, safety and availability.
- Assess and apply relevant nutrition assessment practices and guidelines.
- Evaluate and critique nutritional assessments across the life-span, different populations and disease states.
- Identify and explain the sources and function of nutrients in dietary patterns and their role in maintaining health.
Work Integrated Learning
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is at the very centre of all UC degrees. You’ll complete units designed to help you develop the professional skills essential for employment in the health industry. You will work and study in real-world situations, learning from industry-active professionals and world-class scholars and graduate highly employable with the skills and knowledge for success.
As part of your degree you will undertake a 120-hour WIL experience during the final year of your course.
Career opportunities
- Nutrition and community education environments
- Health promotion
- Food industry and food regulation
- Government policy
- Research in nutrition
Course Specific Information
You will be required to hold a valid Working with Vulnerable People registration.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition Studies) may be eligible for registration as an Associate Nutritionist with the Nutrition Society of Australia.
Students wanting to progress to the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics should enrol in the Bachelor of Human Nutrition (686AA).
Honours
Students who complete this course with a GPS of 5.5 or more may be eligible for admission to 318JA Bachelor of Health Science (Honours).
Alternative exits
In order for the Diploma of Health Studies to be awarded the student must have: a) completed 24 credit points with at least 12 credit points at Level 1 b) completed a minimum of 12 credit points at UC and c) obtained a minimum of 12 credit points in any of the health disciplines. In order for the Associate Degree in Health Studies to be awarded the student must have: a) completed 48 credit points with at least 12 credit points at Level 1 and 12 credit points at Level 2 b) completed a minimum of 24 credit points at UC and c) obtained a minimum of 24 credit points in any of the health disciplines.
