Nutrition and Dietetics

Course Information

Duration: 36 Weeks

Time 1 Hour/Week

MEDSCI code: NUTR201

Location: Virtual, Live

Course Fee: Free With Membership / or $199 per semester (Non-member)

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Student Age Eligibility: 8 - 17 years

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Why Medical Science Institute

Study Nutrition and Dietetics with MSI

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the principles of nutrition and dietetics, emphasising the role of nutrients in human health, metabolism, and disease prevention. Students will explore the relationship between diet, health, and disease, and develop skills in dietary assessment and planning. Through case studies, interactive activities, and practical applications, students will be prepared to make informed dietary recommendations and pursue further studies in nutrition science.

Understand the fundamentals of nutrition, including macronutrients, micronutrients, and their functions.
Analyse the relationship between diet and chronic diseases.
Develop skills in dietary assessment and nutritional planning.
Apply nutritional knowledge to real-world scenarios and case studies.
Understand the role of nutrition in different stages of life and special populations.

Available Start Dates & Times

* ALL COURSES ARE 1 HOUR LONG AND FOLLOW EASTERN TIME

Course Details

This Class is a Virtual Live Class

Modules

The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery in the current academic intake of this course. These modules may be subject to change as the course is delivered and/or reviewed.

Semester 1

Weeks 1 - 12: Introduction to Nutrition and Dietetics

Topics: Overview of nutrition science, basic concepts of diet and health, introduction to macronutrients and micronutrients, types of carbohydrates, protein structure and function, types of dietary fats, etc.

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Semester 2

Weeks 1 - 12: Vitamins and Minerals

Topics: Water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins, major and trace minerals, their functions, and deficiency diseases, basal metabolic rate, nutritional needs during different life stages, cardiovascular disease, etc.

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Semester 3

Weeks 1-3: Dietary Assessment and Planning

Topics: Methods of dietary assessment, nutrition guidelines, and food labelling, vegetarianism, food allergies and intolerances, principles of food safety, examination of current trends in nutrition, such as plant-based diets, supplements, etc.

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Describe the role of essential nutrients in maintaining health.
Explain how diet influences the risk of chronic diseases.
Conduct dietary assessments and develop nutrition plans.
Apply principles of nutrition to different populations, including children, adults, and the elderly.
Demonstrate proficiency in using nutritional terminology and guidelines.

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Highlights

Comprehensive Understanding:

Detailed study for foundational learning and development in medical science.

Interactive Learning:

Virtual labs, simulations, and real-world case studies.

Expert Instruction:

Live teaching from experienced professionals in the field.

Career Preparation:

Foundation for advanced studies and careers in medical science.

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