M.Phil Clinical Nutrition

Introduction

M.Phil. in Clinical Nutrition is a postgraduate degree program that offers advanced training and specialization in the field of clinical nutrition. This program is designed for individuals who already possess a background in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field and wish to deepen their knowledge and skills specifically in the clinical aspects of nutrition and health. Students will learn comprehensive understanding of the role of nutrition in the prevention and management of various medical conditions, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, renal disorders, gastrointestinal diseases, and oncology. Students will further conduct a research to allievate the incidence of the chronic diseases.

Objectives

  • Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced concepts, theories, and research methodologies in clinical nutrition, building upon their existing knowledge in the field.
  • Equip students with specialized knowledge and skills in the design, implementation, and evaluation of therapeutic nutrition interventions tailored to meet the specific needs of patients with various medical conditions and diseases.
  • Foster critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze and synthesize scientific evidence to make informed decisions in clinical practice, research, and healthcare management.
  • Develop students' research competencies, including the ability to design and conduct independent research projects, analyze data using appropriate statistical methods, and communicate research findings effectively through scholarly writing and presentations.

Career Path

  • Nutritionists
  • Nutrition Educationists
  • Nutrition Consultants
  • Public Health Nutritionists
  • Clinical Dieticians
  • Food Service Administrators
  • Nutrition and Health Expert
  • Weight Management Expertise
  • Therapeutic Diet Planning
Public Sector:
  • Public Health Departments
  • School Health & Nutrition Programs
  • Research and Teaching Institutes
  • International Organizations: UNICEF, UNDP, WHO, FAO, World Bank
  • Non-Governmental Organizations
  • Community Development Program
  • Motivational speaker
Private Sector:
  • Multinational Companies
  • Independent Private Practice
  • Food Industries
  • Pharmaceuticals Industry
  • Hospitality industry
  • Consultant for Private Companies and Hospitals
  • Airlines and Railways Services
  • Catering Services
  • Health Care Centers
Foreign Countries:
  • Public health departments in Middle East, Europe etc.
  • Independent Private Practice as registered dietitian

Fee Structure M.Phil Clinical Nutrition

M.Phil Clinical Nutrition
Duration 2
Total Semester 4
Total Package 481,000
At Admission Time 28,500
Additional Charges at the time of Admission 2,700
Examination Fee 3,500
Total Amount (At Admission) 31,200
Installment 57000 * 8
Additional Charges at the time of Admission
Web Portal fee per year for Learning Management Syste 0
Library Security Fee (Refundable) 2,000
Student Card 200
Library & Magazine Fund 500
Total Additional Charges 2,700
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Scheme of Study

Semester 1

Sr.# Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
1 HNDS601 Bioactive Components and Health 3
2 HNDS602 Therapeutic and Complementary Nutrition 3
3 HNDS603 Physiology and Biochemistry of Nutrition 3
4 HNDS604 Proteomics and Nutrigenomics 3

Semester 2

Sr.# Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
1 STAT608 Applied Biostatistics 3
2 HNDS605 Advanced Dietetics 3
3 HNDS606 Research Methods in Human Nutrition 3
4 HNDS614 NUTRITIONAL IMMUNOLOGY 3

Semester 3

Sr.# Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
1 FYPJ699 Research Thesis 3

Semester 4

Sr.# Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
1 FYPJ699 Research Thesis 3
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