Found 1051 study abroad units
XNB271 Motor Control
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit is designed to develop understanding of how humans control movement. You will learn about the organisation and function of the neurological and sensory systems as they relate to the control of movement. Further, you will develop skills to appropriately assess motor control in physical activity and exercise contexts. Mechanistic understanding of human movement planning and execution is imperative to the functions of an exercise professional, with learnings from this unit informing the devising of individualised fitness and skill acquisition programs. It is also crucial for assessing and understanding movement difficulties arising from injury and disease particularly in clinical rehabilitation environments.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
XNB278 Skill Acquisition
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit focuses on skill acquisition for the sport and exercise domains. It is important for movement practitioners to fully grasp the ramifications of their learning designs in physical activity settings. To do this, a comprehensive understanding of contemporary skill acquisition theory and practice is crucial. The disciplinary content underpinning this unit is central in the design of quality practice activities in the clinical, teaching, and sporting domains associated with human movement. The unit aims to provide you with the fundamental knowledge required to design practice tasks to improve skilled performance.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
PYB356 Counselling Theory and Practice 2
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Psychology and Counselling
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Counselling students need to be cognizant of theory, skills, and process in order to work effectively and ethically in the modern world. At the core of the meaning of process is an assumption that counselling is about change: change that is facilitated by the therapeutic relationship between client and counsellor. This unit builds on the theoretical and skills focus of Counselling Theory & Practice 1. It seeks to develop students' capacity to monitor and reflect on how, in the role of counsellor, will manage therapeutic process when working with clients. Students will be invited to adopt a decolonising stance by actively engaging in critical thinking to consider how knowledge is created and to ensure that their counselling practice remains relevant in an increasingly diverse world.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
XNB277 Exercise and Sports Nutrition
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
The successful application of exercise and sports nutrition knowledge in a professional and ethical manner requires a thorough understanding of the principles of, and the interaction between, nutrition and physical activity. This unit introduces you to basic and advanced sports nutrition principles and to their application within the sport, exercise and physical activity environment. It also provides a basic introduction to exercise physiology, building on previous introductory physiology. This unit provides you with opportunities to build, practice and provide evidence of your analysis and problem-solving skills for nutrition and exercise sciences.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
IFB343 Secure Software Development
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Computer Science
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit gives you the opportunity to learn a comprehensive set of skills critical to the field of secure software development. You will gain a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of secure software development, including the identification and incorporation of security requirements throughout the software development lifecycle. You will explore various categories of software vulnerabilities, along with effective strategies for their prevention, detection, and mitigation to reduce exploitation risks. You will learn to apply industry-standard frameworks, guidelines, and policies that are essential for developing secure software. The course also covers advanced security testing and analysis techniques to ensure robust protection against vulnerabilities. This unit prepares you with both theoretical insights and real-world practical skills, setting a strong foundation for a career in secure software development.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
CAB302 Agile Software Engineering
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Computer Science
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit teaches you how to work effectively in a team to develop large-scale software systems. It includes principles of teamwork, modern software development methodologies, agile project management, and tools that are needed when working in a team on a large project. You will learn how to design and implement an accessible and usable application, testing the code quality through industry-relevant practices and methodologies. You will learn how to work and thrive in a diverse and interdisciplinary team, and will work on industry-inspired projects, receiving feedback and support to your learning throughout the project journey.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
NSB608 Wound Care in Practice
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Nursing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Providing complex wound care to people in acute, residential and community health areas is a growing challenge for health care services. This unit provides you with an in-depth knowledge of acute and chronic wounds and specifically addresses challenges related to providing optimal nursing care for persons with wounds. Focus is given to linking existing knowledge and clinical skills from prior study to inform evidence-based practice in wound care. This unit takes an interdisciplinary approach to examining the science of wound healing, the principles and application of nursing care while also incorporating a necessary sustainable and planetary health approach to care of a person with a wound and the wider community. Learning activities assist you to respond to the challenges of assessment, management, and prevention of a range of acute and chronic wounds using an evidence-based, person-centred approach.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
KDB318 Performance in Context 2
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Dance
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit aims to enable you to use, adapt and transform your skills for artistic expression in a specific performing domain including collaborative and interdisciplinary practice. As such, this project-based unit provides the context in which you will develop technique, artistry, communication skills, performance ability and confidence through professionally guided rehearsals, classes, performances and workshops. It is the second of two units which builds on the practice of the Teaching Artist as a facilitator of dance-led creative experiences. You will apply your developed knowledge of technical skill and artistic practice to the creation of a performance situated within a specific context while exploring your role as a Teaching Artist from different perspectives.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
DVB201 Typographic Design
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Visual Communication
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides knowledge and skills of typographic principles, composition and design strategies. It combines theory and practice, history and experimentation, and designing for print and digital media, all within a vibrant studio environment delivered face-to-face and online. You will engage with dynamic, creative briefs and use type as the main element of visual expression in your work. Typically typography is at the core of any visual communication work, independently of media. ‘Good’ typographic design demands well developed technical skills, constant attention to detail as well as a sharp understanding of the context and content of the message being transmitted. Upon completion of this unit you will be able to understand, apply and manipulate multiple aspects of typography as a powerful visual communication tool and to prepare and publish your work in multiple media contexts, including emerging technologies and environmental spaces.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
DVB203 Theories and Methods of Visual Communication
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Visual Communication
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit builds on your understanding of the principles of visual communication and its role in determining the values of our contemporary cultures and societies. Through exploring theoretical perspectives, discussions and class exercises you will critique and analyse images and visual communication designs occurring in multiple contexts. In doing so, you will develop further expertise in the production of contemporary communication design and the ethical, social and professional responsibilities of a designer. This unit directly builds upon the Visual Communication and Image Production units while providing opportunities to engage with critical analysis of images and experiences and evidence this through written expression and report writing.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
DVB202 Visual Design for Storytelling
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Visual Communication
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
While contemporary visual communication often applies concise and immediate messaging for targeted audiences, it can also require extended, multi-layered narrative-led messaging. This unit provides theoretical, conceptual, technical and research skills to produce narrative-based visual communication works. The unit addresses principles and techniques of visual storytelling across multiple media forms such as print, screen and space, and allows you to develop key portfolio pieces which are complex and creative. Visual Design for Storytelling builds upon the Visual Communication foundations, expanding the scope of projects you are equipped for.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
KPB123 Multi-Camera Studio Production Practice
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Film, Screen & Animation
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit addresses creative, technical and organisational skills and knowledge required to work in a multi-camera television studio production context. You will develop an understanding of the formats suitable for live production and the practical production skills as a crew member on multiple modes of production which will form the basis of an effective industry-related repertoire. This unit builds on skills developed in previous units to make studio-based multi-camera productions and live broadcast content.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
MGB263 Entrepreneurial Incubator 1
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Management
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit is the first of two incubator units that will further develop students' entrepreneurial (venture focus) or intrapreneurial (innovation focus) ideas and subject these ideas to greater viability assessment. The incubator units will enable students to further build on the ideas developed in MGB162 Ideate and Create and foster more in-depth consideration of business planning and development. Alternatively, students may wish to further explore the viability of a new idea. In this unit you will cover a range of topics as you further develop your idea including business plans and models; understanding customers and value generation; value propositions; analysing the market, segments, and competition; and developing and testing prototypes.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
PUB326 Introduction to Epidemiology
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Epidemiology is the quantitative language of public health. It enables us to understand the incidence and prevalence of disease, and causative and preventative factors. It is an important skill for all health professionals and is essential for those working in public health. This unit will cover calculating, interpreting and communicating epidemiological data to the general public and health professional audiences. Critical appraisal skills are applied to identify the strengths and weaknesses of research articles, and assess the validity and usefulness of the research findings. By applying the concepts learned in this unit to current public health problems and issues, you will contextualise the practice of epidemiology as it relates to real life and recognise its role in informing health promotion, public health programs and policies.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
MGB266 Enablers of Growth
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Management
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit equips you with knowledge and skills to further identify, understand, and apply fundamental financial, legal, and marketing enablers of entrepreneurship and growth. You will further develop your understanding of funding opportunities for new ventures as well as build on your financial literacy skills to make informed predictions about its future directions. You will also further explore and apply the legal enablers of growth including business regulation, intellectual property, consumer protection, commercialisation, internationalisation, and online legal issues. Last, you will also explore further understand and apply key marketing enablers related to marketing, sales, customers, and online promotion. Each enabler will be applied to your growing entrepreneurial or intrapreneurial venture.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
MGB264 Entrepreneurial Incubator 2
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Management
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This capstone unit is the second of two incubator units that will further develop students' entrepreneurial (venture focus) or intrapreneurial (innovation focus) ideas and subject these ideas to greater viability assessment. The incubator units will enable students to further build on the ideas developed in MGB162 Ideate and Create and foster more in-depth consideration of business planning and development. Alternatively, students may wish to further explore the viability of a new idea. In this unit you progress your Lean Startup Canvas for your venture covering off topics including refinement of key activities relative to your value proposition; identification of key resources; identification of key partners; funding and revenue options; and consideration of cost structures. You will get the opportunity to pitch to your new venture for feedback from different stakeholders in the ecosystem.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
KDB320 Independent Dance Project
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Dance
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit enables you to adapt and transform your dance skills for artistic expression and is the culmination of your previous two Performance in Context units. This guided experience supports you to develop your skills to work independently and to establish your practice as a teaching artist through the key processual stages including conception, development and realisation of your ideas. You will apply your integrated knowledge of technical skills and artistic practice to effectively initiate and realise an independent dance project. This self-contained, discrete project will enable you to develop your skills, professional identity and aptitude for engagement within a variety of industry contexts.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
KKB285 Creative Enterprise Studio 2
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Creative Arts
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit furthers your theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to develop enterprise focused creative projects. It links with work previously undertaken in KKB185 Creative Enterprise Studio 1 and prepares you for the final semester capstone unit KKB385 Creative Enterprise Studio 3. You will build upon your foundational understanding of project development gained in KKB185 and develop skills in project delivery and management through to prototyping your creative idea. The concept of iterative design is introduced through reflection on the success of the prototype and recommendations for future iterations and creative experimentation. This unit allows you to extend your project development skills including field analysis, creative experimentation, communication, problem solving and project evaluation.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
NSB204 Mental Health: Self and others
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Nursing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit focuses on the National Health Priority of mental health and explores the social determinants, legislation and policies that inform nursing care provision. Mental health issues are a universal human experience across the lifespan and affect one in 4 Australians. In this unit, learning activities embed the concepts of recovery and cultural safety as well as trauma informed care in promoting positive messages that challenge stigma and discrimination. Emphasis is given to the development of the professional self and attributes of trust, rapport building, and a non-judgemental approach to practice. Focus is also given to developing skills in assessing and responding to people who experience symptoms of mental illness. This includes history-taking, mental state, and risk assessment, while utilising the recovery framework.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
NSB203 Inquiry in Clinical Practice
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Nursing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit at a developmental level of your course, explores inquiry in clinical practice by examining the role of evidence-based practice and application of research processes in nursing practice further synthesised in your final year. Skills in interpretation of evidence will be developed and an overview of various approaches to research are examined to enable students to be effective consumers of research. The relationship between research, evidence, and safety and quality in health care is explored. This knowledge is foundational to all remaining units in the course. Contemporary nursing work requires the ability to seek, interpret, analyse, synthesise, and integrate evidence into practice. The facilitation of ongoing improvement in nursing practice requires critical thinking, broader perspectives, and decision making informed by evidence.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
AYB150 Financial Management and Reporting
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Accountancy
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
In this unit you will develop fundamental skills in financial management and financial reporting. This includes gaining practical familiarity with the double-entry accounting system, as well as being able to record and report on various aspects of a business. Having gained a sound understanding of the accounting and reporting processes, you will develop knowledge and skills around how to evaluate an organisation's financial structure and manage its financial future.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
XNB263 Exercise Physiology
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides the knowledge and skills required of an exercise professional to understand and assess the metabolic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and neuromuscular responses to acute and chronic exercise. Throughout this unit, you will develop an understanding of the physiological mechanisms for exercise performance that inform concepts of exercise prescription and programming delivered later in the course. The content and techniques covered in this unit equally apply to those considering careers in exercise science, sports science, and clinical exercise physiology.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
OPB650 Diseases of the Eye 2
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Optometry and Vision Science
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Optometrists play a major role in the fight against eye disease. In conducting eye examinations, optometrists must also be adept at detecting systemic diseases that cause ocular signs and symptoms. This unit will enhance your knowledge of eye diseases - a critical part of optometry studies and future practice. It provides you with knowledge of diseases and conditions influencing the posterior eye, ocular manifestations of systemic disease and neuro-ophthalmology. Knowledge from this unit will be highly relevant to future units in the Master of Optometry (OP85) course involving clinical optometric practice and therapeutic management of eye disease.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
OPB656 Ocular Examination Skills 2
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Optometry and Vision Science
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides the theory and practical skills knowledge in the use of advanced clinical techniques used in eye examinations to assess ocular health (slit-lamp biomicroscopy, ophthalmoscopy, tonometry, gonioscopy) and visual function (visual fields and colour vision) and the complete basic eye exam. It introduces the theory guiding these techniques, and develops the procedural and communication skills required to accurately, efficiently and safely perform these techniques. The unit develops your skills in the recording and interpretation of the clinical data obtained from these techniques to inform patient advice and management. The ability to accurately, efficiently and safely perform these clinical techniques in eye examinations is a requirement for clinical practice, forming the basis for assessment and management of patients in optometry practice.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
EUB208 Primary Mathematics Curriculum Studies 2
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Education
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
As a future mathematics educator you will need to be aware of the mathematical opportunities in everyday encounters that will enhance children's mathematical proficiencies. Through your participation in this unit you will develop conceptual and pedagogical knowledge of mathematics education, with a focus on algebra, geometry, probability and statistics. This unit builds upon knowledge attained in EUB111 Primary Mathematics Curriculum Studies 1 and provides important foundational work for the proceeding unit, EUB307 Primary Mathematics Curriculum Studies 3.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
MGB225 Intercultural Communication and Negotiation Skills
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Management
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Understanding and managing the ways culture impacts communication within a culturally diverse workforce and negotiation in a multi-cultural environment is essential for business professionals operating in national and international contexts. By understanding cultural influences, managers can then modify their communication style to communicate and negotiate effectively with culturally diverse colleagues, competitors and clients. The aim of this unit is to provide students with key knowledge and a range of practical skills in interpersonal and corporate communication and negotiation across various business contexts with particular emphasis on the influence of culture on communication and negotiation. This unit is fundamental to management and builds on prior core learning in management, people and organisations to provide conceptual frameworks and interpersonal skills to enhance organisational and management capabilities at local, national and international business levels.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
SWB222 Communication for Social Work and Human Services
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit compares a range of practice approaches used in individual and community work when responding to trauma, bereavement, and crisis. The implications of using these contrasting practice approaches for counselling and community development practice will be explored in relation to a range of different presenting concerns including grief and loss, domestic violence, sexual assault, mental health issues, cultural violence and substance abuse. Gender sensitive and anti-racist practices will also be considered in responding to people experiencing grief, trauma and crisis. Application through simulated role-play and critical evaluation of your own practice using knowledge and skills associated with client centred, narrative (response based) and feminist approaches will be emphasised. Because the development of core practice knowledge and skills is required for professional placement, your full participation in all learning activities is expected and required.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
SWB221 Politics of Helping
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Human service and social work students must build foundational knowledge and critical skills in practice processes that solve social problems while serving the mission of social justice. This unit begins with a critical analysis of the politics of help and helping processes, and an exploration of diversity with reference to questions about power, privilege and oppression. Because of its importance in preparing you to undertake professional placements, the unit is strategically located in second year. Understanding and reflecting on diversity-of many kinds-is embedded in this unit.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
SWB220 Practice Theories
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
In line with the orientation of the social work and human service courses as a whole, this unit emphasises the conceptual component of your developing personal and professional practice framework integral to working effectively with a range of service users in a range of different contexts. It is essential that you have a capacity to integrate and apply theoretical concepts to specific practice contexts, consider your own practice frame of reference and ideological influences, and understand the implications of these for practice. This unit introduces you to the dynamic interplay between the theoretical, personal, professional and ideological elements of social work and human service practice.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
XNB252 Food and Nutrition Across the Lifecycle
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit fits within the suite of units designed to give an overall coverage of basic and complex nutrition principles for all age groups and introduces nutrition related chronic disease. It explores in depth how food intake and promotion of diet-related health across the lifecycle in more depth than previously covered in first year and underpins primary and secondary prevention of chronic disease for individuals, groups and populations. The unit focuses on nutrition requirements and practical food based advice for each lifecycle stage beginning with pre-conception and continuing with each major life stage through to old age. Universal nutrition recommendations are considered and applied adaptively to select socio cultural populations and settings, such as schools; and food patterns such as vegetarianism. It introduces population health approaches which will be further explored in XNH350 Community and Public Health Nutrition.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.