Nutrition & Health (NUTR7001)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2016
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
School
Public Health School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
External
Class hours
2 Contact hours
Assessment methods
Internal students: Essay (30%); Group Oral Presentation (30%); `Policy Brief¿ Written Report (40%) External students: Essay (30%); Group Oral Presentation (30%); Report (40%)
Course enquiries
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | Herston | In Person | Profile unavailable |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | External | External | Profile unavailable |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
Introduction to functions & food sources of nutrients, the basis of recommended dietary intakes, the major nutritional disorders found in populations, & nutritional needs throughout the lifecycle. Examples are used throughout to apply these to major nutrition issues of developing & developed countries. 2 hours of class discussion offered, not compulsory. This course may not be offered if the enrolment is less than 10 students.
