Overview
A lecture- and seminar-based paper that aims to develop an understanding of the role of nutrition in selected health problems, and to develop research-related writing, seminar presentation, analytical and critical appraisal skills.
This is a self-directed learning and seminar-based paper, which aims to develop the ability to articulate, interpret and evaluate research on a range of selected current topics in nutrition.
About this paper
| Paper title | Nutrition and Human Health |
|---|---|
| Subject | Human Nutrition |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 2
(Distance learning)
Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,905.71 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Contact
- human-nutrition@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- View more information on the Department of Human Nutrition's website
- Teaching staff
- Paper Structure
This paper explores current issues in human nutrition. It is designed to improve your knowledge, and critical analysis and communication skills.
- Teaching Arrangements
The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught remotely.
This paper is offered both on campus and via distance. In both cases the paper consists of two 2-hour sessions per week.
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Students will be provided with readings.- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- The purpose of this paper is to familiarise and engage the student to examine and discuss selected research areas and topics at an advanced level. In doing so, students will:
- Learn how to critically analyse and interpret original articles published in a wide variety of journals
- Strengthen their understanding of nutrition concepts and issues presented in the scientific literature
- Learn how to construct a research-led teaching lecture and make a professional presentation
- Practise listening, speaking and persuasive skills