Bachelor of Human Nutrition
Adelaide University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 04249J
It's well known that your diet can affect your weight status - but did you know it can also lead to anaemia, cognitive impairment, heart disease, osteoporosis and cancer? Our Bachelor of Human Nutrition empowers you to improve lives by designing tailored diet and lifestyle plans that promote health, prevent disease and set individuals up for success. Take a scientific approach to nutrition with courses in anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry and food science. Discover the intricate workings of the human body, from cells to complex systems, and learn how they integrate with nutrition for optimal health. You'll build a solid foundation in nutrition and health across all stages of life - understanding how balanced eating supports healthy childhood growth and healthy ageing. With advanced skills in critical thinking, research and communication, you'll be ready to make an immediate impact on the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities locally and across the globe.
Structure
144 units
Subjects
- An Ethically Rich Life COREX001
- Fact or Fiction: Data for Everyone COREX002
- Igniting Change: Ideas to Action COREX003
- Proppa Ways, Future Practice COREX004
- Responsible AI: Bridging Ethics, Education and Industry COREX005
- Ways of Being, Ways of Seeing COREX006
- Biology 1A: Molecules, Genes and Cells BIOL1003
- Chemistry 1A CHEM1002
- Human Anatomy and Physiology A HBIO1002
- Human Anatomy and Physiology B HBIO1003
- Introduction to Health Research HLTH1002
- Aboriginal Health, Culture, Community, and Country INDG1003
- Introduction to Nutrition NUTR1000
- Integrative Nutritional Physiology BIOL2003
- Biochemistry 2: Metabolism BIOL2015
- Lifespan Nutrition Physiology NUTR2001
- Culinary Nutrition NUTR2002
- Human Nutrition NUTR2004
- Biochemistry of Human Health BIOL3002
- Nutrition for Exercise and Performance NUTR3001
- Nutrition Assessment and Behaviour Change NUTR3002
- Public Health and Community Nutrition NUTR3003
- WIL for Human Nutrition NUTR3900
Standard entry requirements
- Secondary education (Year 12).
- Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
- Vocational Education and Training (VET).
- Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.
- Higher education study.
- Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) of an undergraduate diploma (AQF level 5) or higher qualification from a recognised higher education institution.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Adelaide City Campus | International: $164,700 | No |
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| Waite Campus | International: $164,700 | No |
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