Bachelor of Health Science (Food and Nutrition)

What is this course about?

CSU's Bachelor of Health Science (Food and Nutrition) graduates will bring an understanding of food and nutrition into a range of health, education, industrial and research areas.

CSU's Bachelor of Health Science (Food and Nutrition) provides graduates with a level of knowledge, understanding and skill in appropriate aspects of food and nutrition and its scientific basis to enable them to work in multidisciplinary teams in a range of health and industrial settings.

The course covers the following aspects:

  • physiology
  • human biochemistry
  • human nutrition
  • food intake and meal planning
  • community and public health
  • genetics

To make sure you are experienced in using the equipment and techniques found in the workplace, our facilities include food science laboratories, a commercial food preparation laboratory  and a campus-based nutrition clinic.

Your course is recognised by industry

This course qualifies graduates for Associate Membership of the Nutrition Society of Australia.

The latest facilities

To make sure you are experienced in using the equipment and techniques found in the workplace, our facilities include:

  • science laboratories in the School of Biomedical Sciences
  • food science laboratories
  • commercial food preparation laboratory
  • computer laboratories
  • campus-based nutrition clinic

Residential school

Distance education students are required to attend residential schools, of two to five days duration, at the University. These schools will provide intensive teaching on the practical aspects of the course.

Students cover all costs associated with attending residential schools.

Campus

Wagga Wagga

Duration

6 years distance education

Graduation requirements

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.

Course structure

More information about subjects and course structure.

Career opportunities

Ready to make a real difference to the world? Discover more about where this course could take you.

Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.

Enquiry information

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(International +61 2 6338 6077)

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http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/food_nutrition

At a glance

Study Mode

Distance education

Where

Wagga Wagga

When

Session 1; Session 2

Level

Undergraduate

Duration

6 years distance education

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

N/A

How to apply

Admission code/s

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