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Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences (Food Sciences) - HKBU

UniSA International, University of South Australia, Level 1, 101 Currie Street, Adelaide, South Australia 5000, Australia

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3-4 years

This unique degree prepares you for employment in the food science and nutrition industry where you will be involved in developing innovative foods, promoting and managing diets and lifestyles, and conducting research for enhanced wellbeing.

Practical experience will be gained in our on-campus facilities, which include a sensory laboratory as well as various cooking equipment. You will also learn from award-winning academics, and get a taste of what it’s like to work in the food and nutrition space when you attend field trips to some of the city's major nutrition and food providers.

This degree is only available to students living and studying in Hong Kong, and it is managed by Hong Kong Baptist University in collaboration with the University of South Australia. Students can attend a graduation ceremony in either Hong Kong or Adelaide. There is one annual intake in September, and the degree is delivered over three study periods. Students are generally expected to complete degree requirements in 12 months.  

This degree has been designed specifically for students with an existing qualification, which means you will be eligible for course credit.

Why Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences (Food Sciences) - HKBU

As awareness of food and nutrition is at an all-time high our graduates are in strong demand.

You will benefit from our strong links with the food industry and the community, which will be important as you begin to build industry relationships and networks. You will also benefit from practical experience as you undertake various interactive activities in our sensory laboratories, such as group work and research on topics including environmental sustainable food practice.

This degree has been designed specifically for students with an existing qualification, which means you will be eligible for course credit.

Real-world connections

We have strong industry links with the food industry locally and internationally, which provides a valuable networking opportunity for students. We also host regular University-wide employee master classes and employment expos, and alumni events in Australia and overseas.

 

Your career

This degree prepares you to work in the health and food industry - developing innovative foods, improving global food and nutrition, promoting and managing diets and lifestyles for optimum health, and conducting research for enhanced wellbeing. Health, nutrition and wellness are big business, and with an ageing population there has never been a better time to be involved in this growing industry. In fact, in Australia the nutrition industry is predicted to experience a massive 37.1 per cent growth through to November 20201.

You may gain employment as a:

  • Microbiology specialist: work in food manufacturing or government to research microorganisms in order to prevent disease.
  • Food Scientist: use chemistry and biology to look at the microbiological, chemical and physical properties of food and ingredients. Analyse nutritional content, discover new food sources, and ensure that the manufacturing process is safe.
  • Sports and fitness nutritionist: responsible for improving the health and optimising the performance of athletes.
  • Community nutritionist: create changes in attitude toward nutrition and health; provide advice, guidance and support to the community.
  • Health promotion officer: use social and environmental interventions to improve the health of groups and individuals.
  • Research scientist: plan and conduct laboratory-based investigations, experiments and trials and analyse results in order to broaden scientific understanding.
  • Food policy advisor: provide health and nutrition advice to the public. 
  • Food safety advisor: conduct food and safety reviews and monitor procedures to ensure standards are met. 
  • Product development manager: develop new and innovative products to meet strategic business objectives.
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