Program Overview
The Human Nutrition and Dietetics program at UVic prepares graduates for careers as registered dieticians. The program's updated curriculum emphasizes scientific knowledge in business administration, sports nutrition, and nutrition research. It is offered in both face-to-face and blended learning formats, making it accessible to students with various commitments. Graduates are well-equipped to work independently and in a range of settings.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics at UVic qualifies graduates to work as general dieticians and nutritionists. The program provides scientific training and develops human skills. The syllabus focuses on improving scientific knowledge in three main areas: business administration (including entrepreneurship, communication, and strategic marketing to enable independent work), sports nutrition (strengthening competencies related to food and physical activity, and promoting physical activity and competitive sports), and nutrition research (an interdisciplinary area covered across several courses). The degree is offered in both face-to-face and blended learning modes, the latter designed to improve access for students with job or family commitments.
Teaching:
The program utilizes both face-to-face and blended learning modes. Blended learning is highlighted as a method to improve access to university education.
Careers:
Graduates of the Human Nutrition and Dietetics program are qualified to work as general dieticians and nutritionists. The program's focus on business administration aims to equip graduates to work independently.
Other:
The program's new syllabus is mentioned as a significant change, improving scientific knowledge in the three areas detailed above (business administration, sports nutrition, and nutrition research). Social networks, videos, and a photo gallery are mentioned as supplementary resources. The program is offered at the UVic campus in Vic.
