Description
In this module nutrient needs, nutritional status and associated nutritional issues are explored using a lifespan model.
Aims
The aim of this module is to provide the student with an understanding of life-cycle nutritional needs, the importance of suitable food choices to meet these needs and the potential influence of early diet and food choice on health throughout the lifespan.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module the student should be able to:
1. Explain nutritional requirements at different stages of the lifespan.
2. Discuss the relationship between diet and health status at different life stages.
3. Evaluate factors that may affect nutritional status throughout the lifecycle.
4. Apply practical guidelines for menu planning and food preparation provision relevant to different stages of the lifespan
Indicative Content
1 Nutrition during the lifecycle
Overall review of the module aims, objectives and content of material
2 Nutrition during pregnancy and lactation
3 Nutrition during infancy
4 Nutrition in childhood
5 Nutrition in adolescence
6 Nutrition in adulthood
7 Nutrition in aging
8 Nutrition and sports
Teaching and Learning Work Loads
| Teaching and Learning Method | Hours |
| Lecture | 24 |
| Tutorial/Seminar | 12 |
| Practical Activity | 0 |
| Assessment | 40 |
| Independent | 124 |
| Total | 200 |
Guidance notes
SCQF Level - The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.
Credit Value – The total value of SCQF credits for the module. 20 credits are the equivalent of 10 ECTS credits. A full-time student should normally register for 60 SCQF credits per semester.
Disclaimer
We make every effort to ensure that the information on our website is accurate but it is possible that some changes may occur prior to the academic year of entry. The modules listed in this catalogue are offered subject to availability during academic year 2021/22 , and may be subject to change for future years.
