UOW Course Handbook : Subject HAS 953

This Subject is discontinued and is no longer on offer for new enrolments. For information on subject changes and substitutions in 2025, refer to this article on AskUOW by pasting the following link into your browser https://uowedu.service-now.com/askuow?id=kb_article_view&sysparm_article=KB0014376. You can also contact the AskUOW team with your enquiry.

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Subject description

This subject will introduce students to basic nutritional concepts, key food sources and how these relate to individual and population health. These concepts will be examined within the lifecycle and local, national and global public policies. The role of food environments and food practices and the aetiology of chronic diseases will be examined. Policies and systems that impact on food environments, food practices and health will be critically analysed. Students will gain knowledge and skills with respect to key population food practices and nutrition considerations.

Delivery

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Teaching staff

Subject coordinators

Assessment details

Online Quiz

Food Diary

Case Study

Online Discussions

Textbook information

Textbook information is available via the UniShop website.

Contact details

Faculty contact

Handbook directory

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