NUT405 Food Systems, People and Health (8)

Abstract

This subject aims to provide an in depth interdisciplinary analysis of food systems and health, and asks the question 'is it possible to achieve food systems that are equitable, nutritious, ethical and environmentally sustainable?'. This subject will examine the issues and the research across this complex area from global, national and local perspectives. Within this framework the subject will also examine public health issues, research and policy, with a focus on food and food systems.

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Session 1
Online	Wagga Wagga Campus

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Subject information

Duration	Grading System	School:
One session	HD/FL	School of Dentistry and Health Sciences

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to use a range of literature sources to provide an interdisciplinary and in depth analysis of food systems
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of the food systems in issues of over-nutrition and under-nutrition
be able to develop strategies to positively influence the political, social and commercial environment regarding factors affecting food consumption and food supply
be able to critically evaluate the role of food and food systems within the public health arena

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:

Opportunities and challenges facing the food system
Emerging trends in food production and consumption, the drivers of the trends and implications for the environment and society
Economic and political issues around food systems and public health
Obesity and chronic disease
Food insufficiency and insecurity
Advocacy

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