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

Campuses

Bruce

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines10-Aug-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 26,000 / year(s)

Next Intake 10-Aug-2026

Bachelor of Human Nutrition

About

Understand nutrition inside and out

Human nutrition is the branch of science devoted to the study of food and nutrients. It examines the effect that food and nutrients have on our physical, social, mental and environmental wellbeing. At the University of Canberra our emphasis is on the role of nutrition in the maintenance of health and wellbeing in different societies. You will gain specialist knowledge of the physiological, social, biochemical and epidemiological factors influencing diet-related diseases prevalent in societies today.

Study a Bachelor of Human Nutrition at UC and you will:

complete a range of foundation subjects to develop a sound scientific background in human nutrition including biochemistry, physiology and food science

learn to describe all the factors that influence eating behaviour and responses to food today such as the psychological, social and cultural aspects of people’s relationship to food and their maintenance of health and well-being

be prepared for entry into graduate courses in allied health areas, including dietetics and nutrition, sports dietetics, physiotherapy and pharmacy.

Work-integrated learning

Work-integrated learning (WIL) is learning first-hand through real work or work-like experiences. WIL is a key element to enhancing employability in the workplace and is integral to many of our courses. This reinforces our commitment to preparing professional and highly employable graduates with the right mix of skills and knowledge.

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

Additional admission requirements

A Working With Vulnerable People check is required for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements. Some placements also require a police check and an up-to-date vaccination status.

English Program Requirements

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

Career

Career opportunities

Nutrition and community education environments

Health promotion

Food industry and food regulation

Careers in the biological sciences

Government policy

Research in nutrition

Course specific information

Graduates of the Bachelor of Human Nutrition are eligible for registration as an Associate Nutritionist with the Nutrition Society of Australia.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 26,000

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: