Stage 2

Science - Nutrition

Course Length:

1 year

Delivery:

Full year

SACE Subject Title:

Nutrition

SACE credits:

20 credits

Recommended Background:

Stage 1 Nutrition

Pathways:

Workplace and University

Course Overview

Stage 2 Nutrition is aimed at students interested in deepening their understanding of nutritional sciences and who wish to pursue further study or a career in health, wellbeing, food systems, and lifestyle management.


In Stage 2 Nutrition students extend on their study of dietary, lifestyle, and healthy eating patterns with specific focus on nutrients and the relationship between diet, health, and disease. Students will also develop highly transferable knowledge and skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration.


It is recommended that students successfully complete at least 1 semester of Stage 1 Nutrition before enrolling in Stage 2 Nutrition.

Assessment 

  • Student Design Practical Investigation
  • Science as a Human Endeavour Task
  • Case Study
  • 2 x Topic Tests
  • Examination