Nutrition & Health (NUTR7001)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2024
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
2 Contact hours
Assessment methods
Practical reports & exercises, assignments and class participation.
Course enquiries
Dr Preetha Thomas
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.