151741 Research Methods and Statistics for Dietetics

This course in Nutritional Science covers quantitative and qualitative research methods and statistical analysis in human nutrition and dietetics, with a focus on a variety of groups and settings. Students will learn about epidemiological and ethnographic approaches, assessment of food, nutrient and energy intakes, body composition, eating habits, and dietary practices. By the end of the course, students will be able to apply different research paradigms, choose appropriate study designs, explain nutrition assessment methods, and perform basic statistical analyses. Attendance at a compulsory on-campus or online block course is required..