Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
32 weeks part-time
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Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
NA
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Inherent Requirements
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradCertOrgNut
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Course code
1008430
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Credit points
48
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Equivalent units
4
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Indicative Fee
Overview
Grow your knowledge of sustainable food production and holistic health with the Graduate Certificate in Organic Food and Nutrition. This course will enhance your understanding of organic food systems and the relationship of organics to nutrition. It will develop your knowledge, skills and practice in organic farming, sustainable and ethical food systems as well as the produce journey, and the connection of organic food with health. You will develop skills in critically evaluating scientific evidence, debate ethical and legal standards in organic food production, and discuss the roles that plants and animals play in human and soil health.
The Graduate Certificate in Organic Food and Nutrition will demonstrate to employers, clients and colleagues your abilities across the scope of practice relating to organic principles and food production for holistic health and wellbeing. As a graduate, you will be equipped with innovative knowledge to help meet growing consumer demands for quality support to achieve their wellness aspirations.
This qualification also provides a pathway for further study at a Masters or Doctoral level.
Course Learning Outcome |
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Using evidence-based methods, demonstrate skills of scholarly investigation, critical analysis, and synthesis. |
Practise creative and adaptive thinking to problem-solve challenges in a range of organic food and nutrition contexts. |
Evaluate issues with reference to sound ethical frameworks and the principles of social, cultural and environmental sustainability. Act with integrity, fairness and responsibility. |
Integrate broad and multidisciplinary knowledge(s) in organic nutrition, food systems and pathways, and other food-health related studies. |
Demonstrate a high level of autonomy, self-reflection and responsibility in self-directed work and learning. |
Communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and balanced way. Work collaboratively with other practitioners, clients or stakeholders. |
Demonstrate awareness and respect for cultural diversity, Indigenous Australian food systems, and the relationship between people, food and the environment. |
The course offers a holistic approach to studying organic food systems and the relationship of organics to nutrition.
You will explore the principles of organic food production and getting organic produce from the farm to the table; investigate the health and medicinal benefits of plants and animals as they relate to organic foods; and learn about the systems, laws and regulations of the organics food industry. You will have the opportunity to take a research-informed approach and develop your ability to critically evaluate scientific evidence in relation to organic food and nutrition.
Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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Online | Study Period 4 , Study Period 5 , Study Period 6 | N/A | N/A |
Requirements
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Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Graduate Certificate in Organic Food and Nutrition, students must complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points) comprising all four core units.
Entry requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
Language requirements
To be eligible to receive the Graduate Certificate in Organic Food and Nutrition, students must complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points) comprising all four core units.