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B.Sc in Nutrition and Dietetics

Admission Procedure

Merit prepared on basis of the qualifying exam

Provisional Admission

10+2 PCM/PCB from any recognized Central/State Board.

About The Program

The Department of Food Science & Technology at Graphic Era (Deemed to be University) offers excellent courses at the undergraduate level, providing students with a solid foundation in nutrition science and preparing them for careers in hospitals.

The undergraduate courses offered by the department includes B.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics, B.Sc. (Honours) Nutrition and Dietetics and B.Sc. (Honours) Nutrition and Dietetics (With Research). The Department has well equipped laboratories, research facilities, and a library with a vast collection of books and journals.

The department has highly qualified faculty members who are experts in their fields and have extensive experience in teaching and research. The university also provides students with opportunities for internships, industrial visits, and research projects to gain practical experience in the field. The department has collaborations with various industries and research institutions, providing students with exposure to real-world problems and the latest developments in the field.

Eligibility

10+2 PCM/PCB from any recognized Central/State Board.

Teaching Pedagogies

  • Health Centre Exposure
    Internships, hospital visits, and collaborative projects with industries and research institutes to connect theory with real-world applications.
  • Practical Skill Development
    Hands-on laboratory sessions, research-oriented activities, and access to advanced facilities for skill enhancement.
  • Integrated Learning
    Learner-centric and outcome-based teaching through interactive lectures, case studies, and conceptual discussions.
  • Holistic Evaluation & Growth
    Continuous assessment through assignments and practical, supported by expert talks and workshops for overall academic and professional development.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO1

Graduates will apply the concepts related to field of nutrition & dietetics for further studies, research and entrepreneurship.

PEO2

Graduates will acquire learning exposures through practical skills to meet the societal demands.

PEO3

Graduates will apply the quality education of nutrition & dietetics for employment and professional growth.

PEO4

Graduates will engage in continuous learning opportunities and acquire knowledge related to the updated and new emerging trends, research as well as practices in the field.

Program Outcomes (POs)

PO1

Problem-solving

Students will acquire basic knowledge of principles and processes underlying Nutrition and Dietetics and will be apply the learning to real life situations as well solve different problems in the field.

PO2

Critical thinking and creativity

Students will develop essential analytical skills and apply reasoning/thought to innovate and conduct independent work in Nutrition abd Dietetics areas.

PO3

Research-related skills

Student will be able to appropriately use statistical and other analytical tools and techniques, to develop methodology which enable the student to problematize, synthesize, and articulate issues and design research proposals.

PO4

Team work and leadership qualities

Student will function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.

PO5

Skill development

Student will acquire knowledge and skills necessary for working independently, acquire organizational skills, and time management to set self-defined goals and targets with timeline. Student will acquire skills necessary for pursuing learning activities throughout life aimed at personal development, meeting social, economic, and cultural objectives, and adapting to changing demands of the workplace.

PO6

Modern tool usage

Student will be able to demonstrate the capability to create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern IT tools and software for data analysis in a variety of learning and work situations.

PO7

Multicultural competence and inclusive spirit

Student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of multiple cultural values and beliefs with perspective to respect, honour cultural diversity, gender sensitivity, adopt gender neutral approach, as well as empathy for the less advantage/ differently-abled or learning disabilities.

PO8

Value inculcation

The students will be able to demonstrate the acquisition of knowledge and attitude that are required to embrace and practice constitutional humanities, ethics, human and moral values and perform responsible global citizenship. Also, the student will acquire knowledge to understand regulatory norms, and will adopt ethical practices in the pursuit of science.

PO9

Autonomy, responsibility and accountability

The student will be able to apply knowledge, understanding or skills independently and exercise responsibility as well as accountability in applying knowledge and or skills in work.

PO10

Society, Environment and sustainability

Students will be able to demonstrate the acquisition of and ability to apply the knowledge, skills, attitude and values for mitigating the problems related to society, health, environment, food security, sustainable development.

PO11

Communication

Students will acquire oral and communication skills and will be able to communicate effectively with the community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.

PO12

Community engagement and service

The student will be able to demonstrate the capability to engage in community-services/activities for promoting the wellbeing of society.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

PSO 1:

Graduates will acquire various concepts of food science, nutrition & dietetics.

PSO 2:

Graduates will develop essential skills required for nutritional assessment, diet planning and counselling.

PSO 3:

Graduates will learn the aspects of various multidisciplinary field of food, nutrition and dietetics.

Career Pathways

They have various career opportunities as:

Clinical Dietitian / Nutritionist

Public Health Nutritionist/ Nutrition Educator

Product Development Scientist

Fitness & Wellness Instructor

Regulatory Affairs Officer

Notes: Semester 1 and 2 are applicable only for regular entry students. Lateral entry students begin from Semester 3.

Course Curriculum

Semester 1

  • Food and Nutrition
  • Basics of Food Science
  • Elementary Biology / Elementary Mathematics
  • Healthy Living and Fitness
  • Disaster Management
  • Professional Communication
  • Food and Nutrition Lab
  • Basics of Food Science Lab

Semester 2

  • Principles of Human Nutrition
  • Basic Concepts of Food Microbiology
  • Computer Application and Biostatistics
  • Environmental Studies / SWAYAM
  • Universal Human Values-II
  • Career Skills
  • Principles of Human Nutrition Lab
  • Basic Concepts of Food Microbiology Lab

Semester 3

  • Public Health Nutrition
  • Nutritional Biochemistry I
  • Fundamentals of Food Processing and Preservation Technology
  • Soft Skills
  • Literature in Translation
  • Public Health Nutrition Lab
  • Nutritional Biochemistry I Lab
  • Fundamentals of Food Processing and Preservation Technology Lab

Semester 4

  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Nutritional Biochemistry II
  • Nutrition Through Life Cycle
  • Introduction to Dairy Technology
  • Internship
  • Intellectual Property Rights / SWAYAM
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab
  • Nutritional Biochemistry II Lab
  • Nutrition Through Life Cycle Lab
  • Introduction to Dairy Technology Lab

Semester 5

  • Therapeutic Nutrition – I
  • Diet and Nutrition Counselling
  • Introduction to Clinical Nutrition
  • General Nutrition and Meal Planning
  • Principles and Processing of Fruits and Vegetables
  • Therapeutic Nutrition – I Lab
  • Diet and Nutrition Counselling Lab
  • Introduction to Clinical Nutrition Lab
  • General Nutrition and Meal Planning Lab
  • Principles and Processing of Fruits and Vegetables Lab

Semester 6

  • Therapeutic Nutrition – II
  • Culinary Operations in Food Science
  • Community Nutrition
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Sensory Evaluation of Food
  • Therapeutic Nutrition – II Lab
  • Culinary Operations in Food Science Lab
  • Community Nutrition Lab
  • Sports Nutrition Lab
  • Sensory Evaluation of Food Lab

Semester 7

  • Nutrition Education
  • Analytical Instrumentation in Food
  • Nutraceuticals for Human Health
  • Food Hygiene and Sanitation
  • Food Quality Control
  • Nutrition Education Lab
  • Analytical Instrumentation in Food Lab
  • Nutraceuticals for Human Health Lab
  • Food Hygiene and Sanitation Lab
  • Food Quality Control Lab

Semester 8

With Research

  • New Food Product Development
  • Institutional Food Service Management
  • Dissertation / Research Project
  • New Food Product Development Lab
  • Institutional Food Service Management Lab

Without Research

  • New Food Product Development
  • Institutional Food Service Management
  • Principles of Economics and Marketing in Foods
  • Food Waste Management
  • Food Biotechnology for Health and Nutrition
  • New Food Product Development Lab
  • Institutional Food Service Management Lab
  • Principles of Economics and Marketing in Foods Lab
  • Food Waste Management Lab
  • Food Biotechnology for Health and Nutrition Lab

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, collaborations provide internships, expert talks, and real-world exposure.

Clinical Nutritionist, Nutrition Educator, Product Development Scientist, Fitness and Wellness Instructor and more.

Yes, through labs and industrial visits.

Yes, especially in the Honours with Research programs.

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