Advanced Nutrition Sciences (NUTR3201)
Information valid for Semester 2, 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
Incompatible
NUTR2201
Prerequisite
BIOC2000 + physiology at year 2 level (either PHYL2730 or BIOM2011) + NUTR2101
Companion
#2 Biochemistry
Assessment methods
Workshop short answer questions 12.5%, Online quiz 12.5%, Group project presentation 15%, Mid Semester Exam 25%, Final Exam 35%
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 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
This course builds on prior studies in nutrition science and the understanding of physiology and biochemistry principles, to apply scientific critical thinking to contemporary nutrition topics and emerging issues. It examines the requirements and metabolism of nutrients throughout the life cycle in details, the scientific basis for nutrition reference standards and guidelines, and the strengths and limitations of nutrition research methods. Furthermore, it explores the emerging concepts of nutrigenomics with the gene-nutrient interaction at the basis of pathophysiology and potential therapy targets in lifestyle and ageing-related chronic disease. Finally, it explores the scientific evidence and rationale behind dietary patterns, including fad diets, functional foods and nutraceuticals, super foods, weight-loss and ergogenic aids.
