Welcome to B.Sc. Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics & Food Science
“Nourishing Lives with Science – Build a Future in Clinical Nutrition & Food Technology”
Introduction:
The B.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics & Food Science is a 4-year undergraduate program, including a full-time internship in the final year. This interdisciplinary course blends medical nutrition therapy, public health dietetics, and food science to prepare students for careers in hospitals, wellness clinics, research, and food industries.
Highlights:
- 3 years academic + 1 year clinical internship
- Practical training in hospitals and food labs
- UGC/AICTE-approved curriculum
- Real-world exposure to therapeutic nutrition and diet planning
About the Program
Program Overview:
This course equips students with scientific knowledge of human nutrition, food composition, diet planning, nutritional assessment, and food quality control. The students are trained in both preventive and therapeutic nutritional care, with a strong focus on food science and public health.
Duration:
4 Years (3 years of academic study + 1-year internship)
Eligibility:
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (minimum 50% marks)
- Consider NEET score for merit-based admission or institutional entrance exam
Program Goals:
- Understand the role of nutrition in health and disease
- Apply food science in quality, hygiene, and safety
- Design therapeutic diets for individuals with clinical conditions
- Train in public health and community nutrition programs
Faculty and Infrastructure
Experienced Faculty:
- M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Technology
- Registered Dietitians (RD)
- Industry Experts and Guest Lecturers
Labs and Facilities:
- Dietetics Lab
- Food Science & Quality Testing Lab
- Biochemistry & Microbiology Labs
- Kitchen Lab (for therapeutic recipe development)
- Digital Nutrition Assessment Tools
Career Opportunities
Career Roles:
- Clinical Dietitian
- Nutritionist in Hospitals/ICUs
- Food Quality Analyst
- Health & Wellness Coach
- Product Development Specialist (Nutrition)
- Research Assistant (Nutrition/Health)
Employment Areas:
- Multi-specialty Hospitals
- Wellness Clinics & Gyms
- Food Manufacturing & FMCG Companies
- Nutrition Counseling Centers
- NGOs & Government Nutrition Programs (ICDS, POSHAN)
Higher Education Options:
- M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition or Food Science
- PG Diploma in Sports/Diabetes Nutrition
- Registered Dietitian (RD) Certification
- MBA in Healthcare or Food Business
Internship (Final Year – Year 4)
Clinical and Industrial Internship:
- Duration: 12 months
- Settings:
- Hospitals (Therapeutic Nutrition)
- Nutrition & Diet Clinics
- Food Laboratories
- Community Nutrition Programs
- Food Safety & Testing Units
Learning Outcomes:
- Charting personalized meal plans for patients
- Conducting nutritional assessments
- Participating in food quality audits
- Delivering nutritional education sessions
- Maintaining food hygiene and labeling standards