BSc · Health Sciences
BSc Human Nutrition
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Ashanti
Overview
BSc Human Nutrition prepares you to understand how food, nutrients and eating patterns influence health, development and disease. The programme is valuable in Ghana, where nutritionists support maternal and child health, food security, non-communicable disease prevention and community wellbeing.
What you will study
You study human nutrition, food science, biochemistry, physiology, diet therapy, community nutrition, public health, nutritional assessment and food safety. You also develop skills in counselling, menu planning, nutrition education, research and designing interventions for individuals and communities.
Career prospects
You can work as a nutritionist, community nutrition officer, dietetic assistant, public health officer, nutrition educator or food quality and safety officer. Employers and sectors include Ghana Health Service, hospitals, schools, food manufacturers, NGOs, district assemblies, research institutions and international development organisations.
Who this programme may suit
You are a good fit if you care about health, enjoy Biology and food science, communicate well and want to help people improve their lives through practical lifestyle and nutrition advice.