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Bachelor's of Human Nutrition & Dietetics

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Introduction to
Human Nutrition & Dietetics

BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics aims to prepare professionals well-versed in customizing dietary plans and interventions for a diverse population. The program provides a core understanding of the sociological, physiological, and psychological components of nutrition. It centers around problem-based learning in the classroom, clinical simulation labs, and study trips.

Learning Outcomes

  • PEO 1: Develop an understanding of fundamental concepts related to general and clinical nutrition.

  • PEO 2: Use the concepts learned by students to help them understand, investigate and solve the prevailing malnutrition and chronic illness problems in society.

  • PEO 3: Provide effective interpersonal skills to students so that they can actively contribute to society in the best possible way.

  • PEO 4: Provides students with the concept of social responsibility to help them grow as responsible and inclusive citizens of the community.

  • PEO 5: Instill passion and knowledge in the field of human nutrition and nutritional research with the latest information and techniques.

  • PEO 6: To promote collaborative research programs to meet the needs of local, national and international communities.

  • PEO 7: To participate in research projects on food and nutrition development.

Curriculum Overview

Core Courses

  • Mathematics OR Essentials of Biology

  • English-I

  • English-II

  • English-III

  • Pakistan Studies

  • Islamic Studies/Ethics

  • Fundamentals of Sociology

  • Computer Science and Information Technology

  • Bio-Statistics

  • Introductory Biochemistry

  • Human Anatomy

  • Human Physiology-I

  • Human Physiology-II

  • Introductory Molecular Genetics

  • General Pathology

  • Clinical Biochemistry

  • Metabolism of Nutrients

  • Fundamentals of Human Nutrition

  • Macronutrients in Human Nutrition

  • Micronutrients in Human Nutrition

  • Assessment of Nutritional Status

  • Nutrition Through the Life Cycle

  • Nutrition and Psychology

  • Nutritional Education and Awareness

  • Dietetics-I

  • Dietetics-II

  • Dietetics-III

  • Meal Planning and Management

  • Public Health Nutrition

  • Nutritional Practices in Clinical Care

  • Nutritional Immunology

  • Drug-Nutrient Interactions

  • Preventive Nutrition

  • Nutrition Policies and Programs

  • Nutrition Epidemiology

  • Essentials of Food Science & Technology

  • Food Microbiology

  • Food Safety and Quality Management

  • Food Analysis

  • Food Chemistry

  • Food and Drug Laws

  • Food Toxins & Allergens

  • Food Supplements

  • Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals

  • Nutrition Through Social Protection

  • Sports Nutrition

  • Infant and Young Child Feeding

  • Global Food Issues

  • Nutrition in Emergencies

  • Food Service Management

  • Research Methods in Nutrition

  • Internship/Project

Elective Specializations

  • Nutrition Through Social Protection

  • Global Food Issues

  • Nutrition in Emergencies

  • Nutrition and Psychology

  • Sports Nutrition

Career Opportunities

Registered Dietitian / Nutritionist

Weight Management Expertise

Therapeutic Diet Planning

Pharmaceuticals Industry

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