Bachelor Of Human Nutrition

Victoria University

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3 Years

Course duration

1/31/2026

Start Date

US$22011

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Contribute to a more equitable world through better food production and supply, with a Bachelor of Human Nutrition.This health-focused degree gives you a solid foundation in nutrition, food science, and related science subjects. You'll progress to more targeted study, choosing a specialisation in your third year from the following: Food Science (major) Food Service (major) Biomedical Nutrition (minor) Public Health Nutrition (minor) Analytical Chemistry (minor). You'll graduate ready for nutrition-related work in healthcare institutions, the public-health sector, aid programs, or food production and services. Practical learning & work placements We offer extensive practical and industry experience. You'll complete a workplace or research-based project in your final year. You'll also take part in: industry visits laboratory exercises computer simulations case studies interaction with community nutrition initiatives industry-based projects. Progress to a post-graduate specialisation Choose a career in the diverse food and nutrition industries, or undertake post-graduate study to specialise further: Master of Teaching to work as a science teacher (take the Analytical Chemistry minor) Masters of Public Health (Global Nutrition and Active Living) to work in international aid and development programs (take the Public Health Nutrition minor) Post-graduate dietetics programs to work as a dietitian (take the Biomedical Nutrition Minor); refer to the individual university entry requirements. Careers in human nutrition Career options are diverse and dependent on your specialisation. Each fills an industry demand for qualified specialists in their area. Careers in public health nutrition Our Public Health Nutrition (minor) focuses on: government programs humanitarian assistance international development work. Careers in food service Graduates from the Food Service major will be uniquely prepared for work in food service systems. These systems are found in public and private hospitals, aged care and other institutional facilities. Aim for one of the following roles: diet monitor, in hospitals and aged care residences food service assistant supervisor of meal systems and staff in institutional kitchens supervisor in community services such as Meals on Wheels. Careers in food science A Food Science major prepares you to work with your knowledge of food safety, food quality or product development. Organisations employing food scientists include: food-processing industries education and research institutes government food laboratories food wholesale and retail industries food safety and regulation bodies product marketing food quality assurance. Course structure To attain the Bachelor of Human Nutrition, students will be required to complete 288 credit points consisting of: 48 credit points of Core First Year studies; 144 credit points of Core Professional studies, and; 96 credit points of either Option A or B Option A: 96 credit points of Major studies; OR Option B: 48 credit points of Food Science Minor 48 credit points of Minor studies

For international students

Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent). PLUS: A study score of at least 20 in one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Health & Human Development, Mathematics (any) or Physical Education. OR: Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). OR: Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.English language requirementsIELTS (Academic module): Overall score of 6.0 (no band less than 6.0) TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 67 (Listening 12, Speaking 18, Reading 15, Writing 21)Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 50 (no section score less than 50) University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 169. No individual band less than 169.VU English - English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (Level 4): achieved.

3 Years - Full time

Fee

A$33,400.00 (US$ 22,011) per yearAUD $16,700 per semester Please check with institution

Start Date

1/31/2026

Address

Footscray Park campus, 70 - 104 Ballarat Road, FOOTSCRAY, Victoria, 3011, MELBOURNE, Australia

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Victoria University is one of Australia’s few dual-sector universities, giving students unique access to a top-class education and vocational opportunities.
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019 recognised Victoria University as a top 350 university, placing it inside the top 2% worldwide, and also 53rd in their Young University Rankings 2018.
Located in Melbourne, Victoria University has eight campuses in the city including three in the vibrant city centre, as well as a campus in Sydney. It welcomes over 11,2000 international students from over 100 different countries to create a truly global institution. Whilst many of these are based at partner universities in Asia and around the world, over 3,800 study in Melbourne.
Victoria University champions an innovative education system, with a ground-breaking first-year programme featuring a subject-by-subject style of teaching which aims to equip students with a range of practical, employable, independent skills.
Its unique role as a dual-sector university means students can choose between vocational education and training or undergraduate and postgraduate courses – all bases are covered in the hundreds of courses on offer. It offers more sports-related courses than any other institution in Australia, plus courses in computer science, engineering and technology are considered among= the best in Australia by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019. The Victoria University ethos focuses on pathways to university via its TAFE provider, Victoria University Polytechnic, and there are a wide range of ways the institution can help students reach their ultimate goals.
With an excellent reputation, world-class facilities and fantastic research opportunities provided by collaborations with organisations across the world, Victoria University programs give students an internationally-recognised education with huge potential attached.

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