Detailed Information
This module will explore the relationship between nutrition and health. It will examine the role of nutrition in human growth, development and health at different stages of life. The role of diet in obesity, dental health, sports performance, and food allergies/intolerances will be explored. It will introduce the concept of personalised nutrition and examine individual responses to diet.
Semester 2
Level 3
Online Course
Lectures: Tuesdays and Fridays 13:00 - 14:00, beginning 22 January, 2019
Tutorials: There are no tutorials for this module.
If you are taking this module for credit, please take note of the dates below:
Term dates for revision: Saturday, 27 April - Sunday, 5 May
Term dates for exams: Tuesday, 7 May – Saturday, 18 May
Open Learning Fee (audit only) €350 per module
Open Learning Fee (with assessment) €500 per 5 credit module
Upgrading from audit to credit: You may upgrade from being an audit student to a credit student up to three weeks into term. Please note, however, that you can't change back to being an audit student - if you decide not to complete the assignments and/or sit the exams, this will appear on your academic record.
Concessions
There are no concessions available for Open Learning modules.
Refunds
Refunds may in some instances be available for extenuating circumstances, such as serious illness, within two weeks of the start of the module. Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing, with supporting documents where appropriate.
Dr Aifric O'Sullivan