Bachelor of Nutrition by Torrens University Australia
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Bachelor of Nutrition by Torrens University Australia

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Duration
3 year(Full-time) 6 years (Part-time)
Delivery method
Online
Fees
~$60,000
(scholarship available)
BNUT22

Bachelor of Nutrition by Torrens University Australia

Designed for students with a personal interest in nutrition and diet related fields, or those who want a “taster” before commencing a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, the Diploma of Nutrition will get you on the path to a fulfilling career
Duration
3 year(Full-time) 6 years (Part-time)
Delivery method
Online
Fees
~$60,000
(scholarship available)
Duration
3 year(Full-time) 6 years (Part-time)
Delivery method
Online
Fees
~$60,000
(scholarship available)
Download course guide
Enquire now

This Bachelor of Nutrition will prepare you to assess the health and nutrition needs of the community and develop and implement various nutrition interventions in preventative health. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the role of nutrition in public health and how to apply evidence-based practice in supporting the health and wellness of your clients.

Upon completing this degree, you’ll gain access to various health and nutrition roles in community nutrition and health advocacy and promotion. Some career outcomes of this course include:

  • Public Health Nutritionist
  • Nutrition Consultant and Advisor
  • Health Promotion Officer
  • Quality and Nutrition Coordinator
  • Health and Nutrition Communication Officer
  • Community Development Officer

This course runs for 3 years full-time and 6 years part-time. The materials and content are delivered online and can be completed based on your own schedule. On top of that, you will attend 120 hours of community nutrition placement to gain hands-on, practical experience.

The Bachelor of Nutrition is also a fantastic way to gain the education and qualifications required to pursue a postgraduate degree, such as a master’s degree in Public Health.

What is a Bachelor of Nutrition?

The Bachelor of Nutrition enables graduates to assess the determinants of health and nutritional needs of communities and broader populations, prioritise nutrition problems and devise nutrition solutions. This course highlights the increase in related diseases and the importance of developing, implementing and evaluating diet-focused health interventions. This degree in Nutrition will teach you how to apply preventative principles to address nutrition issues at all levels of the population.

Learning outcomes

  • Learn about health science, human and community nutrition, and public health.
  • Discover the relationship between nutritional intake, the maintenance of health and the development of disease.
  • Consider the local and global food system and the sociological aspects of dietary intakes.
  • Design, implement and evaluate evidenced based public health nutrition interventions.
  • Understand and apply evidence-based practice and critical enquiry.

Core Subjects

  • Biological Foundations | BFD105A
  • Human Nutrition 1 | NUTR2001A
  • Nutrition and Society | NUTR2003
  • Human Structure & Physiology 1 | HSP101A
  • Evidence-based Practice | EBP107A
  • Human Nutrition 2 | NUTR2002A
  • Human Structure & Physiology 2 | HSP102A
  • Lifespan Nutrition | NUTR2005A

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Nutrition prepares you for a range of careers in Nutrition, with a focus on population health, nutrition-related health promotion and disease prevention. On completion, you’ll be open to roles in community nutrition, health promotion and advocacy, working with consumer organisations, food industry, government departments and community groups. This degree in Nutrition also provides a pathway to the Master of Public Health or Dietetics. On graduation, you may be eligible for registration with the Nutrition Society of Australia as an Associate Nutritionist and, with a further three years of relevant work experience and/or postgraduate studies, as a Registered Public Health Nutritionist or Registered Nutritionist.

Potential career paths

  • Public Health Nutritionist Average salary: $95,000 – $113,000
  • Health Promotion Officer Average salary: $77,000 – $100,000
  • Nutrition Consultant Average salary: $96,000 – $119,000
  • Community Development Officer Average salary: $78,000 – $94,000

Graduate Employment Opportunities

  • Nutritionist
  • Public Health Nutritionist
  • Public Health and Health Promotion Officer
  • Community Development Officer
  • Quality and Nutrition Coordinator

Additional Information

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Nutrition course is comprised of 24 subjects consisting of 23 core and 1 elective. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points for a course total of 240 credit points. A normal full time student load would be 80 credits points each year for three years. Part – time students could complete their 240 credit points in approximately six years.

Course Rules

The Bachelor of Nutrition course is comprised of 24 subjects consisting of 23 core and 1 elective. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points for a course total of 240 credit points. To satisfy the course requirements, you must have completed 240 credit points. The subjects are specified in the Course Structure document and are listed below.