It is recommended that students wishing to undertake this science-based course have achieved a B- grade or higher in any of the Stage 1 Sciences (except Scientific Studies).
Nutrition immerses students in the fundamentals of human nutrition, physiology and health and promotes investigation of current and emerging trends. It is the study of dietary, lifestyle, and healthy eating patterns with specific focus on nutrients in food, how the body uses nutrients, and the relationship between diet, health and disease. Students use technologies, scientific evidence and research to critically analyse information and make informed decisions or recommendations. Students consider how population demographics and their food and nutrition needs will be impacted by food availability and product development. Using critical literacy and numeracy skills and a deep understanding of nutrients will enable students to analyse diets that in turn improve health outcomes for individuals, community groups and/or society.
Students develop an understanding of the need to evaluate marketing of food, food systems and food quality standards, food availability and cultural influences on food selection. Students explore the link between food systems, environmental impacts, climate change, and food sustainability. They suggest solutions to complex issues informed by current research and Australian consumer protection practices.
Recommendations
It is recommended that students wishing to undertake this science-based course have achieved a B- grade or higher in any of the Stage 1 Sciences (except Scientific Studies).
School-based Assessment (70%)
External Assessment (30%)
Students provide evidence of their learning through five or six summative assessment tasks including the external examination. Students undertake:
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