Nutrition Science (NUTR2101)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2025
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
School
Human Movement Studies School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
2 Lecture hours
2 Practical or Laboratory hours
Prerequisite
CHEM1020 or CHEM1021 or CHEM1022
Assessment methods
Practical activity reports, Mid semester test, end of semester examination
Course enquiries
Doctor Nathan Cook ()
Dr Nathan Cook
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
his course will provide an in-depth understanding of how the human body is nourished, and how we determine the nutritional status of individuals and populations. The content will include modules on: the energy-yielding nutrients, the micronutrients, imbalances in nutrients, translating nutrition science into food guidance systems. The content will cover requirements, food sources and functions of the major nutrients of interest in human nutrition, as well as translating this knowledge into practical tools.
