About the Course

B.Sc in Diet & Nutrition is designed to provide scientific knowledge about food, nutrients, metabolism, and their impact on human health. The program teaches students how to plan balanced diets, manage lifestyle disorders, and promote healthy eating habits.

The course covers clinical nutrition, community nutrition, therapeutic diet planning, food safety, and public health. With rising awareness about fitness, obesity, diabetes, and lifestyle diseases, nutrition professionals are in high demand.

Students also receive practical training in diet counseling, meal planning, and nutritional assessment.

📌 Course Highlights:

• Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
• Eligibility: 10+2 (Science stream preferred – PCB/PCM/Home Science)
• Admission Process: Merit-based / Entrance-based
• Mode: Regular / Distance (varies by university)
• Internship: Hospital / Community training (varies)

Course Objectives

• Understand principles of human nutrition
• Develop diet planning and counseling skills
• Study food science and safety standards
• Manage nutrition-related disorders
• Promote healthy lifestyle and preventive healthcare

Skills Developed

• Diet Planning & Menu Design
• Nutrition Assessment
• Counseling & Communication
• Knowledge of Therapeutic Diets
• Food Safety Management
• Research & Analytical Skills