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Human Nutrition
Empower people to make healthier food choices
Nutrition is a science with real-life applications, providing a range of transferable skills and leading to a variety of careers.
This area of health involves the study of nutrients in food, how the body absorbs and uses these nutrients for growth and maintenance, and the relationship between diet, health and disease.
Nutrition is increasingly relevant in today’s society due to its impact on the health of individuals, communities and populations. Studying human nutrition will provide you with expertise in nutrition and an awareness of what influences the nutrition of individuals and groups in New Zealand and globally.
As people take more responsibility for their own health to prevent illness, they’re faced with a confusing range of often conflicting nutritional information. By becoming a nutritionist, you can identify good sources of information in an ever-changing enviornment and empower individuals and communities to make healthier food choices.
Related programmes & courses
Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Nutrition)
Gain an in-depth understanding of nutrition and the dietary influences that impact on the health of individuals.
Study and Career Preparation - Pre-Health Pathway, Level 4
Prepare for higher level study in health and science.
New Zealand Certificate in Exercise (Level 4)
Turn your passion for sport and exercise into a career in the fitness industry.
Study and Career Preparation - Sports, Nutrition and Health Promotion Pathway, Level 3
Gain the academic skills required for higher-level study in sport science, nutrition or health promotion.