B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition

Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Nutrition

B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition or Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Nutrition is an Under-Graduate Food Technology program. Food & Nutrition is concerned with the field of Science and in this course, the main emphasis is given to food, nutrition, diet and their production, management, preservation, etc. Bachelor of Science in Food & Nutrition is generally three academic year course. It may be provided on a part-time basis by certain institutes.

The Bachelor of Science course in Food Science and Nutrition focuses on the interface between Human Nutrition and Food Science as well as an integration of the two disciplines. It is designed to meet the increasing demand for nutrition scientists who in addition have a thorough knowledge of Food Science and Technology with respect to food processing, preservation, storage, quality assurance, and nutritional implication.

B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition Eligibility    

• Candidates must have passed their 10+2 examination or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized school board.
• The students should have scored a minimum of 45% aggregate marks at their Intermediate level. 
• Some of the very reputed institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.

B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition Syllabus

Syllabus of the Food Science and Nutrition Course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition College

• Begum Jamila Haji Abdul Haq College of Home Science, Mumbai
• Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University – Churchgate, Mumbai
• Balurghat Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Dakshin Dinajpur

B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition Course Suitability

• The course is suitable for those who are interested or desirous of food nutrition and can plan and organize time and have an interest in researching and gathering information.
• Those who are willing to go for teaching fields at a higher degree level also can go for it.
• Those who have good communication and team-working skills, a sharp mind for detail, and the ability to accurately record results also are a good suit for it.

How is the B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition Course Beneficial?

• The course is beneficial for a good base for a higher degree program in respective subjects, e.g., master’s degree, etc., and then further research work.
• Candidates can also go for the research and development programs within the industry. Research scientists are employed in a wide variety of projects with the Government.
• They can also become a teacher in schools in the very subjects.

B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition Employment Areas

• Agriculture Sector (Research)
• Colleges & Universities
• Food Processing Companies
• Food & Nutrition Consultancy
• Hospitals
• Marketing (Branding) Food & Nutrition Companies

B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition Job Types

• Food Technologist
• Food Research Analyst
• Food Services Manager
• Fitness Trainer & Aerobics Instructor
• Nutrition & Dietician
• Teacher & Lecturer

Advanced Courses in B.Sc Food Science and Nutrition

• M.Sc Food Science and Nutrition
• Ph.D. (Food and Nutrition)