HSN702 - Lifespan Nutrition

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:(X)
Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value: 0.125
Unit chair:L Riddell (B)
Prerequisite:HSN701 recommended
Incompatible with: HSN202

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

This unit provides students with an overview of nutrition needs across the lifespan and the physiological basis for these needs. Nutritional issues relevant to the stages of pregnancy, lactation, foetal development, infancy, childhood and ageing will be covered and potential intervention strategies identified.

Assessment

Individual assignment (1700 words, 1 minute oral presentation) 40%, four online multiple-choice tests 5% each, examination (2 hours) 40%

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$1045$1045$2881$3001

* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.