Course Overview

Help tackle the significant public health issues of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease by becoming an expert in food and nutrition. By analyzing how lifestyle affects food and nutrition, the vested interests of the food industry, and the role of food and nutrition in disease, you will gain a solid understanding of current issues, enabling you to make a positive difference in various ways in nutrition-related positions around the world. You will develop a range of practical skills, including the ability to devise programs for interventions, secure funding from commissioners, and report your findings to wider audiences. By working face-to-face with community groups, you will understand how to successfully engage with clients and influence behaviour change using websites, media presentations, workshops, and social media.

General Eligibility

Applicants should either have at least a second-class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Clinical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Sports Science, Sports & Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health or Psychology, at least a second-class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for or have equivalent experience or training, usually from within the work environment.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0, or an equivalent qualification.