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Graduate Certificate in Organic Food and Nutrition

Graduate Certificate

Course snapshot

Domestic snapshot

  • Course abbreviation

    GradCertOrgNut

  • Course code

    1008430

  • Credit points

    48

  • Equivalent units

    4

  • Indicative Fee

    Fee paying

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

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
Online Study Period 1, Study Period 3, Study Period 4, Study Period 5 N/A N/A

Requirements

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

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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.

Course structure

Unit Code Unit Title Notes
FOOD5003 Organic Food Systems
FOOD5002 Farm Gate to Plate: Producing Food for Health
FOOD5001 Dirt to Dinner: The Principles of Organics
FOOD5004 Food as Medicine