Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences

The Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with a deep understanding of how physical activity and nutrition positively impact human wellbeing. This degree provides students with the knowledge and skills to inspire others to lead healthier and more active lives, focusing on the two major risk factors for chronic diseases: physical inactivity and poor nutrition.

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences covers a wide range of topics, including:

• The influence of diet and physical activity on human health
• Psychology's role in promoting physical activity and nutrition
• The social impact of physical activity and nutrition

This program is tailored to accommodate students who are still exploring their career options, providing the flexibility to delve into various areas of study and potential specializations. It allows students to discover their passions and interests while gaining a broad foundation in health and wellness.

Choosing a Major

The Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences offers three majors:

1. Major in Nutrition Sciences: This major focuses on the science of nutrition and its impact on human health. It meets the course requirements for entry into the UQ Master of Dietetics Studies, which is accredited by Dietitians Australia.
2. Major in Sports Coaching: This major develops leadership skills for coaching and instruction, focusing on learning, performance, leadership, and personal development in and through sport.
3. Major in Sporting Cultures: This major explores the socio-cultural foundations of human movement, including the history of global sporting events and individual and community capacity building in diverse communities through sport.

Choosing a Dual Degree

Students can also combine the Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences with one of four other UQ programs:

• Dual degree with Bachelor of Business Management: Combines physical activity, sport, exercise, and nutrition with business acumen.
• Dual degree with Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management: Combines physical activity, sport, exercise, and nutrition with tourism and event management.
• Dual degree with Bachelor of Arts: Combines physical activity, sport, exercise, and nutrition with the arts.
• Dual degree with Bachelor of Journalism: Combines physical activity, sport, exercise, and nutrition with journalism.

Pathway to Postgraduate Study

The Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences is an excellent pathway degree to a range of postgraduate programs leading to specialist careers in health. Students can tailor their studies towards meeting the entry requirements for programs including:

• Master of Dietetics Studies
• Doctor of Medicine
• Master of Physiotherapy Studies
• Master of Audiology Studies
• Master of Occupational Therapy Studies
• Master of Public Health
• Master of Speech Pathology Studies

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences provides a solid foundation for a range of careers in health, including:

• Dietitian
• Physiotherapist
• Occupational therapist
• Health educator
• Sports manager
• Sports journalist

This program is designed to accommodate students who are still exploring their career options, providing the flexibility to delve into various areas of study and potential specializations. It allows students to discover their passions and interests while gaining a broad foundation in health and wellness.