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University of Canberra

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition Studies)

  • Bachelor

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Course Code
HLB102.1, 60

About this course


What you will learn

  • 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.

Career pathways

  • Nutrition and community education environments
  • Health promotion
  • Food industry and food regulation
  • Government policy
  • Research in nutrition

Credit for prior study or work

A credit transfer arrangement is available for this course for the following institutions:

Other Australian Tafe

Any Australian Certificate IV (AQF4) (25713)
Any Australian Diploma (AQF5) (25653)

University Of Canberra College

Diploma of Health (28394)

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at University of Canberra.
88.3%
Overall satisfaction
93.4%
Skill scale
73.7%
Teaching scale
72.2%
Employed full-time
$65k
Average salary