Nutrition & Health (NUTR7001)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2016
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
School
Public Health School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
2 Contact hours
Assessment methods
Internal students: Essay (30%); Group Oral Presentation (30%); `Policy Brief¿ Written Report (40%) External students: Essay (30%); Group Oral Presentation (30%); Report (40%)
Course enquiries
Dr Lisa Schubert
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | External | External | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | Herston | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
Introduction to functions & food sources of nutrients, the basis of recommended dietary intakes, the major nutritional disorders found in populations, & nutritional needs throughout the lifecycle. Examples are used throughout to apply these to major nutrition issues of developing & developed countries. 2 hours of class discussion offered, not compulsory. This course may not be offered if the enrolment is less than 10 students.
