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    BB-NUTINN

    Nutrition and Innovation

    Bachelor double degree

    Learn to create innovative solutions for complex nutrition and food sector challenges.

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    Course outline
    • Qualification
      Bachelor of Science (Nutrition), Bachelor of Innovation
    • Duration

      Duration

      The course is four years' full-time or equivalent part-time study.
      4 years full-time
    • Credit

      Credit

      A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.
      800
    • CRICOS

      CRICOS

      The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) Code indicates a registered program offered to international students studying in Australia on student visas.
      116202D
    • Location

      Location

      The Curtin campuses or teaching locations where units of this course are offered.
      Curtin Perth
    Course outline

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    2026

    Semester 1

    On campus

    Semester 2

    On campus

    2027

    Semester 1

    On campus

    Semester 2

    On campus

    Course outline

    Overview

    Overview

    If you’re passionate about nutrition, promoting healthy food consumption, and enhancing global health through innovative food and health care systems, this double degree is designed for you.

    This degree opens doors to diverse careers in the food supply chain, food businesses, and policy and communications roles influencing consumer food choices. As a graduate, your in-depth knowledge of food science and innovative business practices ensures you’re well suited to develop, navigate and lead innovative and responsible solutions to nutritional challenges.

    What jobs can the Nutrition and Innovation course lead to?

    Careers

    • Nutritionist
    • Nutrition scientist 
    • Nutrition business analyst/consultant
    • Community health consultant 
    • Educator 
    • Entrepreneur
    • Health and food consultant 
    • Home economist 
    • Research assistant

    Industries

    • Agricultural research
    • Analytical laboratories
    • Business
    • Community health
    • Education
    • Fitness and wellbeing
    • Food marketing and sales
    • Food manufacturing and supply
    • Food research and development
    • Government and non-profit
    • Health innovation
    • Health research and development

    What you'll learn

    • Apply multidisciplinary knowledge to critically appraise information to arrive at innovative, responsible and impactful solutions for complex nutrition challenges.
    • Use information and technology decisively using creative and innovative thinking to synthesise relevant information and communicate professionally in ways appropriate for local, regional, and global nutrition and health contexts.
    • Demonstrate cultural competence and ethics in nutrition and food science issues. Influence inclusively by appreciating the global perspectives of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and advocate for indigenous and first nations‐based stewardship.
    • Take responsibility for own learning and professional development to engage with professional organisations. Demonstrate industry readiness by developing future-focussed capabilities including a global, responsible, innovative and technology (GRIT) mindset.

    Why study Nutrition and Innovation at Curtin?

    Unique course

    This course blends food science knowledge with best practices in innovation and is the first degree of its type in Australia.

    Highly rated course

    Curtin is the top-ranked WA public university for graduate salary and first for full-time employment in Health Services and Support (undergraduate). (Good Universities Guide 2026)

    Industry engagement

    With our practical units, you’ll have opportunities to connect with industry and build your skills and professional network.

    Professional recognition and accreditation

    Students and graduates are eligible for membership with the Nutrition Society of Australia. Graduates of this course are eligible for Associate Nutritionist Registration Status with the Nutrition Society of Australia. Curtin Business School is recognised as an elite global business school through accreditation by EQUIS, AACSB (Association to Advanced Collegiate Schools of Business) International and an EFMD Accredited MBA.

    Entry requirements

    What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

    English requirements

    Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

    You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

    IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

    Writing

    6

    Speaking

    6

    Reading

    6

    Listening

    6

    Overall band score

    6.5

    Unsure about your English proficiency level or pathway?

    I don’t know my English level.

    If you are unsure of your English skill level, we can provide a free online placement test, known as Password, to assess your current level of English and then to plan your pathway. This can be done through a Curtin registered agent or partner.

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    Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

    Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

    Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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    Fees and scholarships

    International student indicative fees

    Total indicative course fee (2026)

    $167,976*

    Indicative year 1 fee (2026)

    $41,994*

    Total indicative course fee (2027)

    $176,368*

    Indicative year 1 fee (2027)

    $44,092*

    The fees shown above apply to international students studying on-campus in Western Australia. The indicative tuition fee is subject to an annual tuition fee increase of up to 8 per cent and may be subject to legislative change.

    The indicative first-year fee is calculated on 200 credit points, which is the typical full-time study load per year, however some courses require additional study to be completed, in which case the fee will be higher than that shown.

    This fee is a guide only. It may vary depending on the units you choose and does not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks. For information about fees at other locations please contact the relevant campus or partner institution.

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    Location

    For start dates, please view the academic calendar.

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    Curtin Perth

    2026

    Semester 1
    • On campus
    Semester 2
    • On campus

    2027

    Semester 1
    • On campus
    Semester 2
    • On campus

    All endeavours are made to ensure location information for courses is up to date but please note they are subject to change.

    The University reserves the right to withdraw any unit of study or program which it offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or program, and/or to vary arrangements for any program.

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    • Curtin course code: BB-NUTINN
    • CRICOS code: 116202D
    • Last updated on: 3 May 2026

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    20. Go Global – Internship Specialisation 1
    21. Go Practice – Internship Specialisation 1
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    23. Graphics Specialisation
    24. Illustration Specialisation
    25. Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies Specialisation
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    27. Interior Architecture Specialisation
    28. International Development Specialisation
    29. Landscape Restoration Minor
    30. Landscape and Natural Resource Management Specialisation
    31. Mapping and Land Planning Minor
    32. Metallurgy Minor
    33. Mining Minor
    34. Optimisation Minor
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    36. Principles of Planning Specialisation
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    44. Web Presence Specialisation
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