Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science (BHMNSc/BSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2025
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2025
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2025)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2025)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2532
Faculties
Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Science Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science:
Dual Degree Planner
Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science
Entry requirements
AQF level
Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyDuration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2025
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2025)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2025)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2532
Faculties
Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Science Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science:
Dual Degree Planner
Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent):
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C); and,
- one of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C)
CRICOS Code: 116544D
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
AQF level
Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Why study the Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science?
This dual program will equip you with a deep understanding of the principles and practices of science, combined with studies in the fields of health, exercise and nutrition, preparing you for your career or pathways to postgraduate studies.
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science :
- Course list for the Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
- Course list for the Bachelor of Science
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Science
- Applied Mathematics / Extended Major
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology / Extended Major
- Bioinformatics Major
- Biomedical Science / Extended Major
- Cell Biology / Extended Major
- Chemistry / Extended Major
- Coastal and Ocean Science / Extended Major
- Computer Science / Extended Major
- Earth Science / Extended Major
- Ecology and Conservation Biology / Extended Major
- Environmental Science / Minor
- Food Science and Nutrition Major
- Food Technology Major
- Genetics / Extended Major
- Geographical Science / Extended Major
- Marine Biology Major
- Mathematics / Extended Major
- Microbiology, Infection and Immunity Extended Major
- Physics Major
- Plant Science Major
- Psychology / Extended Major
- Public Health Major
- Statistics Major
- Zoology / Extended Major
Placement courses
You will have the option to undertake up to 50 hours of supervised placements in a range of industries relevant to nutrition, physical activity and/or exercise. You will have the opportunity during your placements to apply your theoretical knowledge acquired through coursework to practice and develop your skills in an industry setting. You will commence your placements in the final year of the program. HMST3103 Nutrition, Sport and Physical Activity Management - Industry Placement has been developed to provide final year Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences students with hands-on experience in a related work environment. This program has pre-placement requirements which must be met prior to commencement of the program or a placement course. Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet the placement requirements. Students may be required to hold a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check). This is dependent on the requirements of their placement provider.
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent):
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C); and,
- one of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C)
International students completing year 12 in Australia
Students are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible to allow adequate time for their student visa to be processed.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 116544D
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science
Careers
Nutritionist Fitness and weight loss consultant Health policy analyst Behaviour therapist Health and well-being consultant Health policy analyst Food chemist Research officer Laboratory technician Data scientist
Program rules for the Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science
To complete the Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science
To graduate with a Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Science a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
