Nutrition Science (NUTR2101)
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Human Movement Studies School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
2 Lecture hours
2 Practical or Laboratory hours
Prerequisite
(CHEM1090 or CHEM1030) + CHEM1020
Assessment methods
Practical activity reports, Mid semester test, end of semester examination
Course enquiries
Dr Olivia Wright
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
his course will provide an in-depth understanding of how the human body is nourished, and how we determine the nutritional status of individuals and populations. The content will include modules on: the energy-yielding nutrients, the micronutrients, imbalances in nutrients, translating nutrition science into food guidance systems. The content will cover requirements, food sources and functions of the major nutrients of interest in human nutrition, as well as translating this knowledge into practical tools.
