M.SC IN CLINICAL NUTRITION AND DIETETICS
Master
Distance
Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
2 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
The M.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics is a postgraduate program that focuses on the science of nutrition and its role in the prevention and treatment of diseases. The course provides advanced knowledge about human nutrition, therapeutic diets, metabolism, and the relationship between food and health.
Students learn how to assess nutritional status, plan specialized diets, and provide medical nutrition therapy for various conditions such as diabetes, obesity, heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders, and malnutrition. The program combines theoretical learning with practical training in hospitals, clinics, community health centers, and research settings.
Graduates of this program can work as clinical dietitians, nutrition consultants, healthcare nutrition specialists, research professionals, or public health nutritionists in hospitals, wellness centers, the food industry, and healthcare organizations.
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Subjects
- Nutrition
- Dietetics
- Human Nutrition
- Public Health
- Healthcare
- Public
- Diabetes
- Food Science
Teachers and trainers (1)
SNEHA SHARMA
EDUCATIONAL COUNSELLER
Course programme
Summary of the Syllabus – M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics
The M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics program provides advanced knowledge in nutrition science, clinical diet therapy, and health management. The syllabus is designed to develop professional skills in assessing nutritional needs and managing diet-related diseases.
Key Subjects Covered:
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Advanced Human Nutrition – Study of nutrients, metabolism, and their role in maintaining health and preventing diseases.
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Clinical Nutrition & Diet Therapy – Medical nutrition therapy for diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, and obesity.
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Food Science and Food Safety – Principles of food composition, food processing, hygiene, and quality control.
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Biochemistry & Physiology – Understanding body functions, nutrient metabolism, and biochemical processes related to nutrition.
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Public Health Nutrition – Nutrition programs, community health, and strategies to improve population health.
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Nutritional Assessment & Counseling – Techniques for evaluating nutritional status and providing dietary counseling to patients.
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Research Methodology & Statistics – Research techniques, data analysis, and preparation of scientific reports in nutrition science.
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Food Service Management – Planning and managing food services in hospitals, institutions, and catering systems.
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Internship / Clinical Training – Practical training in hospitals or healthcare centers to apply clinical nutrition knowledge.
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Dissertation / Project Work – Independent research project related to nutrition or dietetics.
M.SC IN CLINICAL NUTRITION AND DIETETICS