NUT3003 Applied sport and exercise nutrition
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
NUT3003 Applied sport and exercise nutrition is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before NUT3003
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After NUT3003
No unit lists NUT3003 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: NUT2103 & NUT2104 OR NUT1011 and ONE of BCH2022 or BMS2021 and ONE of PHY2042 or BMS2031 OR NUT1011, BMA1011 & BMA1012
Overview
This unit is focused on you developing knowledge, skills, and competencies to critically evaluate current developments in sport and exercise nutrition, targeting both health and sports performance outcomes in a variety of populations. The scientific disciplines of exercise physiology, biochemistry and immunology will be emphasised as you critically evaluate the underlying evidence supporting benchmark nutritional guidelines and recommendations given to individuals/groups partaking in exercise. Laboratory sessions will provide practical experience of various anthropometrical, nutritional and hydration assessment techniques; alongside applying knowledge of area specific theories into practice through a kitchen laboratory session. Particular reference to the roles and responsibilities of the sport and exercise nutrition expert when working in multi-disciplinary teams will be emphasised.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Critical Essay (2000 words)Written30%
- Laboratory Practical Reports (3 x 500 words)Written20%
- Case Study (1500 words)Presentation30%
- Oral Presentation (20 minutes)Presentation20%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Evaluate the role of macro- and micro-nutrients in human energy transfer systems active during different types of exercise, and recognise the nutritional implications;
- 2
Appraise the effect exercise and the environment have on various body systems and body composition;
- 3
Evaluate nutritional and hydration assessment techniques in sport and exercise;
- 4
Assess nutritional, hydration and exercise requirements for active individuals performing at different sporting activities and levels and develop appropriate exercise and nutrition regimes;
- 5
Critically appraise the evidence base to justify food, fluid, supplement and other management strategies for improving sport and exercise performance.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures24 hours
- Laboratories8 hours
- Workshops24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
12 x 2 hour per week lectures/tutorials on campus, 12 x 2 hour per week seminars on campus (delivered twice, seminar groups A and B), 3 x 3 hour practical sessions (physiology, hydration, kitchen lab) - (delivered twice, seminar groups A and B).
36 hours self-study and formative/summative assessment related work.
For full details of the teaching approach to this unit, please refer to Moodle.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Ricardo Da Costa
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Ricardo Da Costa
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for NUT3003?
NUT3003 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is NUT3003 offered?
In 2026, NUT3003 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does NUT3003 have an exam?
No. NUT3003 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.