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Graduate Certificate in Nutrition | 2017
Testamur Title of Degree: | Graduate Certificate in Nutrition |
Abbreviation: | GCertNut |
UOW Course Code: | 2131 |
CRICOS Code: | 089198A |
Total Credit Points: | 24 |
Duration: | 6 months full time or part time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn, Spring |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus |
Delivery Campus: | Wollongong |
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Nutrition is a six-month program for students who are currently enrolled in the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Graduate Certificate in Nutrition will be able to:
- Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts associated with nutrition and dietetics including knowledge about recent developments, controversies and an appreciation of the scientific framework on which the knowledge base is predicated.
- Integrate knowledge of research principles and methods associated with nutrition and dietetics practice.
- Assess data relating to the health and nutritional status of individuals, groups and populations.
- Employ evidence-based practice in consideration of all nutrition based problems.
- Use critical thinking, apply collaborative and reflective practice and justify actions in the management of nutrition based problems.
Course Structure
The Graduate Certificate in Nutrition requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects from the table below.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIET950 | Dietetics 1 | 8 | Autumn |
| Or | |||
| DIET956 | Food Service and Dietetics Management | 8 | Spring |
| Plus 16 credit points of subjects from the list below: | |||
| MEDI961 | Nutrients & Metabolism | 6 | Autumn |
| MEDI963 | Community and Public Health Nutrition | 6 | Autumn |
| DIET951 | Dietetics 2 | 8 | Spring |
| DIET952 | Communication in Healthcare Practice | 8 | Spring |
Credit Arrangements
Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
Email: smah-students@uow.edu.au