Global Issues in Nutrition
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS2064 | Biosciences | 2 | 20 | Autumn Malaysia |
- Code
- BIOS2064
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn Malaysia
Summary
This module aims to enhance students' problem-solving and critical analysis skills through research on global nutrition issues such as obesity, food security, and micronutrient deficiency. Students will collaborate in groups and engage in self-study, supported by workshops, tutorials, and lectures. Assessment will involve creating various outputs like policy briefs, presentation and videocasts. These activities will develop essential professional skills, including teamwork, conflict resolution, diplomacy, and time management, and will integrate knowledge from other modules. Mastery of these skills is crucial for career success
Target Students
BSc Nutrition (B400) Available to JYA/Erasmus students.
Classes
- Two 2-hour tutorials each week for 2 weeks
- Two 2-hour lectures each week for 10 weeks
Assessment
- 60% Coursework 1: Portfolio of policy brief (group or individual), (4 sides of A4) (60%)
- 40% Coursework 2: Videocast (group) (3 minutes film) (40%)
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
To develop learners knowledge of current key issues that are evident in nutrition, while developing students problem solving skills and other professional attributes.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
A) Knowledge and Understanding: Understand global nutrition issues like obesity and food security, and evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition policies and interventions.
B) Intellectual Skills: Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by researching global nutrition problems and proposing evidence-based solutions.
C) Practical/Professional Skills: Gain teamwork, conflict resolution, and time management skills through creating policy briefs and participating in presentations.
D) Transferable/Key Skills: Enhance collaboration and communication skills for academic and professional success.
Conveners
- Dr Yin Sze Lim