B.Sc Nutrition

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

B.Sc Nutrition or Bachelor of Science in Nutrition is an Under-Graduate Nutrition and Dietetics course. Nutrition or nourishment or aliment is the provision by which the necessary materials (in the form of food) are given to cells and organisms to support life. The Bachelor of Science in Nutrition program provides students with a comprehensive education that merges the science of nutrition with a broader view of wellness, community, and the environment.

Nutrition also considers why people choose to eat the foods they do, even after they have been advised that doing so may be unhealthy. The duration of the Bachelor of Science course in Nutrition is three years and the syllabus for the course is divided into six semesters. The course in Nutrition is important and career orienting in nature opens many jobs for the applicants after its completion.

B.Sc Nutrition Eligibility

• Students must have passed their 10+2 examination in the Science stream from a recognized school board.
• The students should have scored a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST) or an equivalent CGPA at their Intermediate level.

B.Sc Nutrition Syllabus

Syllabus of Nutrition course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

B.Sc Nutrition Colleges

• Institute of Paramedical, Management, and Technology - IPMT, New Delhi
• Rama University, Kanpur
• Mahishadal Raj College, Medinipur

B.Sc Nutrition Course Suitability

• Those who have administrative, ethical, and professional knowledge of nutritional science and nutrition are the most suitable for the course.
• They should have good communication skills and writing skills for producing reports, leaflets, etc are essential.
• One should have patience and genuine concern for fellow beings, have planning and administrative skills, and have organizational ability.
• Those who want to pursue a master’s degree also are suitable for the course.

How is the B.Sc Nutrition Course Beneficial?

• After completing the Nutrition course they can also work as consultants or do private practice.
• They can also find openings in the mass media where top priority is given to disseminating vital information on healthy living.
• They can go for a Master’s degree and then for further research work.
• They can become teachers in private schools and after having passed certain qualifications such as B.Ed. and other degrees can go for permanent jobs.

B.Sc Nutrition Employment Areas

• Athletic Clubs
• Colleges & Universities
• Food and Pharmaceutical Industries
• Government / Private Hospitals
• Outpatient Clinics
• Private Practices
• Public Health Programs
• Wellness Centres

B.Sc Nutrition Job Types

• Biocare Nutrition Specialist
• Community Nutritionist
• Medical Representative
• Regional Sales Manager
• Registered Dietician / Dietetic Technician
• Nutrition Consultant / Nutritionist / Stores Nutrition Advisor / Nutrition Adviser

Similar Course in B.Sc Nutrition

• B.Sc (Hons) Nutrition

Advanced Course in B.Sc Nutrition

• M.Sc Nutrition