Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement)/ Bachelor of Human Nutrition

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra

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University of Canberra

Australia , Canberra

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

099024G

Campuses

Bruce

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines16-Feb-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,100 / year(s)

Next Intake 16-Feb-2026

Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement)/ Bachelor of Human Nutrition

About

Take the ultimate fitness (and wellness) test!

Combine the skills and knowledge of a coach or sports scientist with that of a nutritionist by studying the national capital’s fittest double degree!

The Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement)/Bachelor of Human Nutrition course combines the scientific health and human movement studies behind elite sports, including human physiology and anatomy, with pathobiology, food and consumer science and studies in food nutrition in sport.

You’ll develop a unique blend of skills from our expert teachers, including the delivery of clinically focused personalised support and the methods and applications used in the science of human movement – all while gaining a clear and critical understanding of the psychological, social and cultural aspects of food’s relationship to health and wellbeing in sport.

If you’re interested in cutting-edge pathways to postgraduate study that will give you an edge and hands-on work opportunities that maximise athletic performance at the elite level, this is the course for you. Apply for the ultimate fitness test today.

Combine a Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) and Bachelor of Nutrition at UC and you will:

be ready to maximise athletic performance at the elite level

gain strong knowledge of the theory and practice of coaching

develop a sound scientific foundation in sport and build your knowledge of the core topics of the discipline of human movement and nutrition

understand factors that influence eating behaviour and food responses

master the research methods used by sports scientists and learn how to apply these to the design and conduct of scientific studies as well as write clinical reports and interpret results

enhance your ability to apply your knowledge in a critical way to problems related to human nutrition and physical performance

increase your understanding and application of the values and professional ethics in sports development and nutrition research.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification

We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

English Program Requirements

An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).

Career

Career opportunities

A UC Health Science (Human Movement)/Bachelor of Human Nutrition double degree opens doors in a range of sectors in the innovative world of sports and nutrition science as well as the education and health arenas, including:

exercise physiology

sports administration

sports nutrition

dietetics

exercise scientist

biomechanics

policy development

public health

program co-ordination and welfare

coaching

biological and medical sciences

rehabilitation services

training and fitness instruction

aged care

research

physical education

health administration, promotion and research

food regulation.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,100

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia: