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Gain the skills to make a difference in people&#39;s lives through food and nutrition. La Trobe&#39;s Bachelor of Food and Nutrition will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work with people, communities and organisations to prevent many chronic diseases.Designed by leading nutrition experts and in collaboration with industry, you&#39;ll get a practical hands-on experience while exploring a range of topics such as environmental sustainability of our food system, sustainable diets, food product development, culture and food, and nutrition and disease. You&#39;ll have the opportunity to study in modern science labs and commercial kitchens.By completing La Trobe&#39;s Bachelor of Food and Nutrition, you will:<ul><li>build expertise in chemistry and nutrition science, analysis, physiology and biochemistry, epidemiology, and research and communication</li><li>have the flexibility to study online or on campus, or even choose an accelerated option to finish your degree in 2.5 years</li><li>prepare for your career at every stage of the degree, with the option to exit early via the Diploma or Associate Degree in Food and Nutrition</li><li>graduate ready to apply for membership with the Nutrition Society of Australia, or pursue postgraduate studies through the Master of Dietetics or our Honours research program.</li></ul>Note: Completion of this course is subject to core participation requirements, essential requirements, and additional costs. Please see the <a href="https://www.latrobe.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-food-and-nutrition#/entry-requirements?location=BU&amp;studentType=dom&amp;year=2024" target="_blank">Entry requirements and pathways</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.latrobe.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-food-and-nutrition#/fees?location=BU&amp;studentType=dom&amp;year=2024" target="_blank">Fees and scholarships</a> tabs for more information.

Study nutrition as a science as well as a crucial part of wellbeing. Work towards a career as a nutritionist in a range of sectors. Graduate with the opportunity to move into Dietetics, and register with the Nutrition Society of Australia.

Bachelor of Food and Nutrition

Study Nutrition and Exercise On Demand with UniSA Online and take full control over your study.  Access support seven days a week, plan your study to fit around your life, view learning resources 24/7, and log into the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.
This is a unique 100% online degree if you are looking to gain skills in two highly complementary fields and take your passion for nutrition and exercise to the next level.
Real-world learning is a key focus in this UniSA Online degree. You will work on projects that can be implemented in a community or workplace so this is your opportunity to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of those around you.
With many years of experience in exercise science and nutrition education, you will benefit from the University of South Australia’s long-standing history and learn from expert academics and researchers who are leaders in their field.
Through theoretical and practical learning, you’ll gain specialised knowledge to promote nutrition and exercise for preventative health while developing the skills to inspire a healthy and more active society.

Exercise a holistic approach to nutrition and exercise. Work out ways to build performance and flexible skills across complementary fields. Support community health and wellbeing. Get physical and exercise preventative health. Fuel a healthier society.

Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Exercise)

Study Health On Demand with UniSA Online and take full control over your study. Access support seven days a week, plan your study to fit around your life, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. If you’re new to study, returning after a break, or seeking a pathway into a bachelor degree, this 100% online diploma is the ideal starting point to build your confidence studying at university level, while paving the way for future study in a competitive health degree. In just one year of full-time study, you’ll gain valuable experience learning how to research and write academic assignments, use the software required for university study, and apply critical thinking to analyse advanced concepts. Your UniSA Online Student Adviser will assist you to develop a personalised study plan to ensure your chosen electives align with your study or career goals, building on the foundation knowledge gained through the diploma. You&#39;ll graduate with up to two credits to use towards a UniSA Online Health Science, Community Health or Public Health degree, or you could be eligible to use your GPA to transition into high demand study areas such as nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, or speech pathology.

Take this online health course as a first step towards a career in the healthcare sector. You’ll study anatomy, human physiology and biosciences. Gain valuable academic skills. Get a feel for uni and think about careers in nursing, pharmacy, and more.

Diploma in Health

This diploma focuses on health science and provides a strong foundation of the role of nutrition in health.You’ll learn to apply the Australian Dietary Guidelines and Nutrient Reference Values to dietary assessments and planning.This diploma promotes improvements in general health and wellbeing at each life stage and for Indigenous communities at the population level. Upon completion, you’ll have the option to begin working or continue studying the Bachelor of Nutrition.Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. Participate in live classes, connecting with specialist lecturers and fellow students. When studying online, you’ll complete the same set of self-paced study modules as on-campus students, and graduate with the same qualification. Best of all, you get access to view live content on demand.Course duration: 1 year full time, 2 to 3 years part time.

Learn about the Australian Dietary Guidelines and Nutrient Reference Values. You’ll explore health science and tools like dietary plans. Start thinking about how you’ll promote better health and wellbeing through a career in nutrition and wellness. 

Diploma of Nutrition

In this course, you will learn the foundations of health science, including human biology, physiology and pathology, as well as the basics of research and evidence-based practice.You’ll study how food and other dietary factors can be used to improve wellbeing at individual, community or population level. Under the guidance of experienced nutritionists, you will gain hands-on experience treating public patients at our custom-built student-led clinic, The Practice Wellbeing Centre.Work-Integrated Learning and clinical practicum experience are embedded throughout the course and are incorporated into theory subjects.Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it&#39;s all about flexibility.Course duration: 3 years full time, 6 years part time.

Study the foundations of biology, physiology and pathology. See where dietary factors fit in with health and wellness. You’ll gain hands-on experience treating patients in a student-led clinic. Graduates are eligible to join professional associations.

Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition)

This diploma teaches you the fundamental principles of human function and wellness and how to implement good habits, with a focus on holistic wellbeing, positive ageing and good nutrition. It qualifies you for a career in the swiftly growing corporate health or aged care sectors, as well as the opportunity to continue studying at bachelor level.Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. Participate in live classes, connecting with specialist lecturers and fellow students.When studying online, you’ll complete the same set of self-paced study modules as on-campus students, and graduate with the same qualification. Best of all, you get access to view live content on demand.Course duration: 3 trimesters full time, part-time options available, 2 trimesters accelerated.

Start with the fundamental principles of human functions and wellness. Then think about using them to implement good and healthy habits. You’ll focus on holistic wellbeing, positive ageing and good nutrition. Learn from experts in a flexible environment.

Diploma of Health and Wellbeing

Throughout the course, you will gain a solid understanding of health science, biology and physiology. You will learn about nutrition in the context of public health, pathology and improving health and wellness, and develop skills to critically analyse, develop and implement nutrition intervention programs. You’ll also study specialist subjects like First People culture, history and healthcare, public health nutrition and a special populations project, allowing you to gain valuable industry skills.Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. Participate in live classes, connecting with specialist lecturers and fellow students. When studying online, you’ll complete the same set of self-paced study modules as on-campus students, and graduate with the same qualification. Best of all, you get access to view live content on demand.Course duration: Full-time: 3 year Part-time: approximately 6 years.

Explore the connection between nutrition and a healthy life. You’ll study macronutrients and the metabolism across the lifespan. Support public health through diet-focussed interventions. Graduate and register with the Nutrition Society of Australia.

Bachelor of Nutrition

Introduction to Nutrition

Food as Medicine

Nutrition and Exercise Biochemistry

Foundations of Nutrition and Health

Nutrition for Exercise and Performance

Applications in Nutrition and Exercise

Human Nutrition

Issues in Human Nutrition

Food Studies

Lifespan Nutrition

﻿In this subject you will be able to advance your food skills by translating your skills and complex knowledge of nutrition science, public health principles and food systems into recipes and dishes for diverse populations using a variety of food and cooking techniques. You will also reflect on your food knowledge and food skills and how they impact on your current and future practice. This subject is delivered in a blended mode including online learning and a week-long block of intensive practical classes in a commercial kitchen in Melbourne.

Mix curiosity of culinary traditions with an understanding of modern techniques—cook it up in the kitchen, creating exciting flavours and drawing on ethnic food trends. Journey through world cuisines and see the impact of migration on Australian cooking.

Advanced Food Skills

This subject focuses on how to interpret the nutrition priorities of target audiences, understanding their educational needs and use learning and education principles and science translation approaches to translate nutrition science for everyday audiences. Using the Program Management Cycle, you will systematically approach nutrition education and develop a suite of nutrition education resources for specific community groups. This is a practical skills subject that supports your development and delivery of nutrition information for the benefit of community members.

Prepare for a career rich in sharing nutrition information. Learn how people’s lifestyles and the food they eat impacts on the quality and length of life. Then, transform your learnings into sessions with materials, customised to your varied audiences.

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