Introduction
The Bachelor of Science (BS) program in Human Nutrition and Dietetics is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the science of nutrition and the role of diet in health and disease prevention. Here are some salient features of this program:
- The program offers a blend of courses in nutrition, health sciences and general education.
- Laboratory sessions and practical classes to develop skills in diet planning, nutritional assessment and food analysis.
- Emphasis on research methodologies and evidence-based practices in nutrition.
Curriculum aligned with standards of relevant accrediting bodies. - Internship opportunities in hospitals, clinics, community health centers, and food industries to gain real-world experience
- Final year capstone project to demonstrate acquired knowledge and skills.
Eligibility Criteria
F.Sc. Pre-Medical with at-least 50% Marks
Selection Process
Merit Based
Duration
Maximum 6 Years
Medium of Instruction
Teaching Methodology
Face to Face
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Sr. No. |
Title of Course |
Credit Hours |
|
1 |
Fundamentals of Human Nutrition |
3(3-0)Major |
|
2 |
Functional English |
3(3-0) General |
|
3 |
Islamic studies/ Ethics |
2(2-0) General |
|
4 |
Ideology and constitution of Pakistan |
2(2-0) General |
|
5 |
Quantitative Reasoning |
3(3-0) General |
|
6 |
Pakistan adab-1 |
2(2-0) General |
|
7 |
Biostatistics |
3(3-0) Interdisciplinary |
|
Total credits |
18 |
|
|
Sr. No. |
Title of Course |
Credit Hours |
|
1 |
Human Anatomy |
3(2-1) Major |
|
2 |
Expository writing |
3(3-0) General |
|
3 |
Quantitative reasoning-II |
3(3-0) General |
|
4 |
Application of Information and Communication Technologies |
3(2-1) General |
|
5 |
Civics and community engagement |
2(2-0) General |
|
6 |
Introduction to Sociology |
2(2-0) General |
|
Total credits |
16 |
|
|
Sr. No. |
Title of Course |
Credit Hours |
|
1 |
Macronutrients in Human Nutrition |
3(3-0) Major |
|
2 |
Dietetics-I |
3(2-1) Major |
|
3 |
Entrepreneurship |
2(2-0) General |
|
4 |
Essentials of Food Science &Technology |
3(2-1) Major |
|
5 |
Basics of Environmental Sciences |
3(2-1) Major |
|
6 |
Food Toxins &Allergens |
3(3-0) Major |
|
Total credits |
17 |
|
|
Sr. No. |
Title of Course |
Credit Hours |
|
1 |
Food and Dairy Microbiology |
3(2-1) Interdisciplinary |
|
2 |
Dietetics-II |
3(2-1) Major |
|
3 |
Nutrition Through the Life Cycle |
3(3-0) Major |
|
4 |
Assessment of Nutritional Status |
3(2-1) Major |
|
5 |
Food Analysis |
3(2-1) Major |
|
6 |
Micronutrients in Human Nutrition |
3(3-0) Major |
|
Total credits |
18 |
|
|
Sr. No. |
Title of Course |
Credit Hours |
|
1 |
Physiology-I |
3(2-1)Major |
|
2 |
Nutrition and Psychology |
3(3-0) Major |
|
3 |
Nutritional Education and Awareness |
3(2-1) Major |
|
4 |
Dietetics-III |
3(2-1) Major |
|
5 |
Public Health Nutrition |
3(2-1) Major |
|
6 |
Food and Drug Laws |
2(2-0) Major |
|
7 |
Fahm-e-Quran (tajwid, translation and tafseer) |
Non-credit course |
|
Total credits |
17 |
|
|
Sr. No. |
Title of Course |
Credit Hours |
|
1 |
Physiology-II |
3(2-1) Major |
|
2 |
Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals |
3(3-0) Major |
|
3 |
Drug-Nutrient Interactions |
2(2-0) Major |
|
4 |
Sports Nutrition |
3(2-1) Major |
|
5 |
Infant and Young Child Feeding |
3(2-1) Major |
|
6 |
Meal Planning and Management |
3(2-1) Major
|
|
7 |
Seerat-e-Tayyaba |
Non-credit course |
|
Total credits |
17 |
|
|
Sr. No. |
Title of Course |
Credit Hours |
|
1 |
Nutritional Biochemistry |
3(2-1) Interdisciplinary |
|
2 |
Global Food Issues |
3(3-0) Major |
|
3 |
General Pathology |
3(3-0)Major |
|
4 |
Nutritional Practices in Clinical Care |
3(2-1) Major |
|
5 |
Epidemiology |
3(2-1) Interdisciplinary |
|
6 |
Internship |
3(0-3) |
|
Total credits |
18 |
|
|
Sr. No. |
Title of Course |
Credit Hours |
|
1 |
Research Methods |
3(3-0)Major |
|
2 |
Nutrition Through Social Protection |
3(3-0) Major |
|
3 |
Nutrition in Emergencies |
3(3-0) Major |
|
4 |
Nutrition policies and programs |
3(3-0) Major |
|
5 |
Capstone project |
3(0-3) |
|
Total credits 15 |
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2
3
4
Semesters
Thesis
Capstone Project
Viva
Yes