Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (Nutrition), Bachelor of Innovation

Overview

This double degree is designed for students who are passionate about nutrition, promoting healthy food consumption, and enhancing global health through innovative food and health care systems. The course integrates human nutrition science with innovative skills and capabilities, developing a GRIT (global, responsible, innovative, and technology-savvy) mindset, along with expertise in critical business knowledge and competencies.

Professional Recognition and Accreditation

Students and graduates are eligible for membership with the Nutrition Society of Australia. Graduates of this course are eligible for Associate Nutritionist Registration Status with the Nutrition Society of Australia. Curtin Business School is recognised as an elite global business school through accreditation by EQUIS, AACSB (Association to Advanced Collegiate Schools of Business) International and an EFMD Accredited MBA.

Admission Criteria

ATAR Pathway

• Minimum ATAR: 70
• Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites): At least one ATAR science course from the following list: Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology, Integrated Science, or Physics
• Desirable WACE subjects: Chemistry ATAR or Mathematics Applications ATAR

Alternative Pathways

• UniReady: If you don’t meet our minimum admission criteria, the UniReady Enabling Program can help you qualify for entry into a range of undergraduate courses.
• Certificate IV + English Competency: The certificate IV is the minimum requirement for university entry. It qualifies you for entry to Curtin courses with a 70 ATAR. You must also meet English language proficiency and check that you meet any extra subject prerequisites (where applicable).
• Indigenous applicant: If you’re an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant who hasn’t met Curtin’s minimum admissions criteria, the Centre for Aboriginal Studies offers bridging courses that are tailored to help you gain entry into this course.
• STAT entry: The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.

English Requirements

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System):
  • Writing: 6
  • Speaking: 6
  • Reading: 6
  • Listening: 6
  • Overall band score: 6.5

Fees and Scholarships

Australian and New Zealand Student Indicative Fees

• 2025 Fee year: $12,200* (Commonwealth supported)
• Fees are indicative first year only and are subject to passage of legislation.
• The indicative first-year fee is calculated on 200 credit points, which is the typical full-time study load per year, however some courses require additional study to be completed, in which case the fee will be higher than that shown.

Location

• Curtin Perth

How to Apply

• Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice
• Each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

Other Requirements and Notes for this Course

• This course requires completion of a fieldwork placement of 100 hours in an external health promotion organisation under the supervision of an experienced Health Promotion Practitioner.
• Other practical opportunities are available to students throughout the course, including ad hoc volunteering and off-campus activities.
• This course has a Semester 1 and Semester 2 intake. Note: Mid-year entry will result in a 4.5 year course duration. Mid-year entry and course switcher students should contact the Course Coordinator for a study plan to ensure efficient progression through the course.
• Demonstrate an academic score based on a minimum ATAR of 70 or equivalent year 12 studies.
• Applicants for this course should refer to the Faculty website for more information on Clinical Health Sciences and Police Clearances, Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening and Clearance.

Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL)

• Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.
• Submit an enquiry CRL search.