The Bachelor of Science (Human Nutrition) at the University of Otago explores the relationship between nutrition, health, and disease across the lifespan. Students study nutritional biochemistry, physiology, food science, metabolism, public health nutrition, dietary assessment, and nutrition research methods.
Laboratory work and applied research develop scientific and analytical skills for evaluating dietary practices and promoting healthy lifestyles. Graduates are prepared for careers in nutrition research, public health, food industries, health promotion, community nutrition, and postgraduate study in nutrition and dietetics.