Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0
Understand nutrition inside and out
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.
complete a range of foundation subjects to develop a sound scientific background in human nutrition including biochemistry, physiology and food science
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.
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Standard Full Time, Semester 1 Commencing - Option 1
Year 1
Semester 1
Introductory Nutrition (9280)
One Open Elective Unit
Chemistry 1a (1516)
Professional Orientation (Health) (11400)
Semester 2
Chemistry 1b (1517)
Nutritional Science (8257)
Systemic Anatomy and Physiology (6529)
One Open Elective Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Biochemistry (6530)
Health Program Planning and Evaluation (10454) OR Professional Practice (Health) (11401)
Introduction to Food Science (9279)
Regional Anatomy and Physiology (9808)
Semester 2
Two Open Elective Units
Human Biochemistry (6518)
Nutrition and Disease (8255)
Year 3
Semester 1
Industry and Community Engagement (10120) OR Cross-Cultural Professional Practice (9855)
Two Open Elective Units
Human Physiology and the Lifecycle (6532)
Semester 2
Advanced Physiology (8373)
Two Open Elective Units
Professional Evidence (Health) (11402)
Nutrition and community education environments
OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year
