Bachelor of Science (Honours) Nutrition and Health Science
This BSc (Hons) in Nutrition and Health Science programme is a unique interfacial degree with an equal emphasis on both nutrition and health science. This programme provides an approach to nutrition that is based on the scientific and academic principles of biology, biochemistry, social and public health aspects of human nutrition, as well as encompassing emerging issues such as biotechnology, food sustainability and security. The primary aim of the programme is to develop expertise in nutrition and apply this knowledge and related skills to health science and public health. This synergistic approach to nutrition and health science provides students with a greater understanding of the integration of these elements and the vital role of nutrition in public health and health promotion initiatives. Core studies include nutrition, food science, nutrition throughout the lifecycle and in health and disease. These are complimented by the behavioural sciences, health policy, research methods, epidemiology and new developments in health in the areas of biotechnology and microbiology are included. In this programme, principles related to the primary healthcare service, strategies and methods for promotion and evaluation of health are also explored and evaluated. The programme is underpinned by a strong foundation in the core sciences supporting health science with nutrition and a rigorous scientific approach is central to the entire programme.

Description
This BSc (Hons) in Nutrition and Health Science programme is a unique interfacial degree with an equal emphasis on both nutrition and health science. This programme provides an approach to nutrition that is based on the scientific and academic principles of biology, biochemistry, social and public health aspects of human nutrition, as well as encompassing emerging issues such as biotechnology, food sustainability and security. The primary aim of the programme is to develop expertise in nutrition and apply this knowledge and related skills to health science and public health. This synergistic approach to nutrition and health science provides students with a greater understanding of the integration of these elements and the vital role of nutrition in public health and health promotion initiatives. Core studies include nutrition, food science, nutrition throughout the lifecycle and in health and disease. These are complimented by the behavioural sciences, health policy, research methods, epidemiology and new developments in health in the areas of biotechnology and microbiology are included. In this programme, principles related to the primary healthcare service, strategies and methods for promotion and evaluation of health are also explored and evaluated. The programme is underpinned by a strong foundation in the core sciences supporting health science with nutrition and a rigorous scientific approach is central to the entire programme.
Intakes
September Intake 2025 ( Open )
English Test Scores
- DET (Duolingo English test) [ 95 ]
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System) [ 6.0 ]
- PTE (Pearson Test of English) [ 50 ]
- TOEFL Internet Based [ 60 ]