Bachelor of Food and Nutrition

    Bachelor of Food and Nutrition

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 42,400 / Yaer

    Bachelor of Food and Nutrition

    About

    Gain the skills to make a difference in people's lives through food and nutrition. La Trobe's Bachelor of Food and Nutrition will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work with people, communities and organisations to prevent many chronic diseases.

    Designed by leading nutrition experts and in collaboration with industry, you'll get a practical hands-on experience while exploring a range of topics such as environmental sustainability of our food system, sustainable diets, food product development, culture and food, and nutrition and disease. You'll have the opportunity to study in modern science labs and commercial kitchens.

    By completing La Trobe's Bachelor of Food and Nutrition, you will:

    • build expertise in chemistry and nutrition science, analysis, physiology and biochemistry, epidemiology, and research and communication
    • have the flexibility to study online or on campus, or even choose an accelerated option to finish your degree in 2.5 years
    • prepare for your career at every stage of the degree, with the option to exit early via the Diploma or Associate Degree in Food and Nutrition
    • graduate ready to apply for membership with the Nutrition Society of Australia, or pursue postgraduate studies through the Master of Dietetics or our Honours research program.

    Note: Completion of this course is subject to core participation requirements, essential requirements, and additional costs. Please see the Entry requirements & pathways and Fees & scholarships tabs for more information.

    The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7 - Bachelor Degree.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

    Core requirement

    Students should possess the ability to interact with visual, auditory or tactile inputs sufficiently to manage their learning environment and to meet professional performance needs.

    Course-specific requirement

    In this course, you will be required to complete cooking and food science practicals/assessment tasks. You may need to purchase ingredients and have access to standard kitchen equipment. Cooking or handling foods from across all food groups (including red meat, eggs and milk) is part of the required coursework. Sensory analysis requiring the tasting of food is at your discretion to accommodate special dietary requirements. Students should direct any questions to the Course Coordinators prior to enrolment.

    English Program Requirements

    6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

    Career

    Graduates may enter a wide variety of sectors including public or community health, government, food industry (including development, technology and analysis), research or media. Possible roles include:

    • nutritionist
    • nutrition educator
    • nutrition policy officer
    • product developer
    • quality assurance officer.

    The Bachelor of Food and Nutrition is a pathway into the Master of Dietetics. Upon completion of the Master's degree, you can apply for accreditation as a practicing dietitian.

    Fee Information

    Bachelor of Food and Nutrition

    La Trobe University

    La Trobe University

    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne