M.Sc Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition

Master of Science in Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition

M.Sc Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition or Master of Science in Family and Community Science (Dietetics and Nutrition) are Post-Graduate Nutrition and Dietetics courses. The subject of (Family and Community Science) is a perfect blend of science and arts. It is a unique course that focuses on every phase of human life, from prenatal to geriatric.

It touches every segment of the population men and women, the young and the old, the enriched and the impoverished, the gifted and the disabled Nutrition and Dietetics provide concepts related to human nutrition and help you become an effective learner and practitioner in all fields of dietetic practice. The Family and Community Science (Dietetics and Nutrition) course also gives you the opportunity to develop advanced skills in the design and implementation of research in the field of human nutrition and dietetics.

M.Sc Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition Eligibility

• The candidates must have qualified for their Bachelor's degree in relevant subjects or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized University.
• The students should have scored a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their Bachelor's.
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct entrance examinations for admission.

M.Sc Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition Syllabus

Syllabus of Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition Colleges

• Maharishi Markandeshwar University - Mullana Campus, Ambala
• University of Calicut, Calicut

M.Sc Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition Course Suitability

• The Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition course is suitable for those who have the ability to understand how to deal with people to inform and guide them about the diet they should take to improve their general health, avoid certain diseases, or keep existing ailments in control. 
• The candidate should have an interest in food and food preparation, good communication skills to communicate with people individually and in groups, and good writing skills for producing reports, leaflets, etc. are essential. 
• Candidates who want to work in nutrition possess the ability to listen to people with an open mind and use that information to help them with their eating.

How is the M.Sc Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition Course Beneficial?

• The Master of Science course in Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition give the opportunity to develop advanced skills in the design and implementation of research in the field of human nutrition and dietetics.
• The degree serves as a basis for further higher studies in this field such as Ph.D.
• Candidates can also join teaching professions in schools, colleges/universities; to become lecturers at the college/universities level they must have to pass a NET exam conducted by UGC, New Delhi. 
• There are many careers in the food service field which include food catering service, restaurants, etc. where professionals can do menu planning, monitor food preparation, etc.

M.Sc Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition Employment Areas

• Colleges & Universities
• Community Health Programmes
• Diet & Nutrition Consultancy
• Government Hospitals
• Healthcare Centres
• Military Services
• NGOs
• Private Clinics

M.Sc Family and Community Science - Dietetics and Nutrition Job Types

• Clinical Dietitian / Consultant Dietitian / Community Dietitian / Management Dietitian
• Nutrition Sales Executive
• Nutrition Research Scientist
• Product Manager
• Trainee Nutrition Sales Executive