The Bachelor of Science in Nutrition at the University of Venda trains students in the science of food and its relationship to health, disease, and human development. Students study nutritional biochemistry, dietetics, food security, community nutrition, and the nutritional challenges facing South African populations — including undernutrition, obesity, and non-communicable diseases. UNIVEN's rural Limpopo setting provides unique exposure to food insecurity and community-level nutrition interventions, preparing graduates for impactful careers in clinical, public health, and food systems contexts.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50%
Life Sciences: 50%
Mathematics: 50%
Physical Sciences or Agricultural Sciences: 50%
APS: 34
Nutritionist / Dietitian – Assesses nutritional needs and provides dietary counselling to individuals and communities in hospitals, clinics, and community health settings across South Africa.
Public Health Nutritionist – Develops and implements nutrition programmes targeting malnutrition, obesity, and diet-related diseases for government departments, NGOs, and the WHO.
Food Industry Nutritionist – Advises food manufacturers on product formulation, nutritional labelling, and health claims in compliance with South African food regulations.
Community Nutrition Worker – Delivers nutrition education and supplementation programmes in schools, clinics, and communities for the DoH’s primary healthcare outreach teams.
Nutrition Researcher – Conducts research on dietary patterns, nutritional interventions, and food security for universities, the MRC, and international nutrition organisations.
