Bachelor of Science (Nutrition), Bachelor of Science (Health Promotion)

The Bachelor of Science (Nutrition), Bachelor of Science (Health Promotion) at Curtin University is a four-year combined degree that covers human nutrition, food science, health promotion strategies, and public health. Students start by building practical knowledge in areas like nutritional assessment, physiology, biochemistry, and behavioural science concepts. In later years, the Health Promotion stream adds skills in program planning, community health assessment, advocacy, and project evaluation. Advanced units involve real-world applications, such as policy development and the design of health campaigns.

This double degree is structured over eight full-time semesters. Students typically study units worth a set number of credit points each semester (check Curtin’s official site for the exact breakdown). Curtin often includes work-integrated learning in health sciences, which may let students gain professional experience in community, hospital, or government settings. The course usually ends with a capstone or project-based unit that brings together skills from both nutrition and health promotion areas.

Practical skills developed include dietary analysis, planning nutrition interventions, project management, and health communications. The combined approach suits those interested in influencing health at both an individual and community level. It is especially relevant for students considering roles in health education, advocacy, food policy, or community health improvement in Australia. If you want courses with a strong mix of science and real-world impact, or you're interested in both individual dietary health and broader population wellbeing, this degree brings those interests together.

You’ll study at Curtin’s Perth campus, close to local public health agencies and industry partners, providing good opportunities for placements or research. Australian qualifications like this sit at AQF Level 7 and are well regarded by employers. International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods, and may have pathways to post-study work rights under the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485).

• Nutritionist in public health organisations
• Health promotion officer for government or councils
• Community program coordinator for NGOs
• Health educator in schools or community settings
• Project officer in food policy or advocacy groups
• Health researcher in academic or policy institutions
• Corporate health advisor

Employers include state and local health departments, community health centres, Aboriginal health services, and national non-profits working in nutrition and wellbeing.