Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics – MLCU
This program provides a comprehensive learning experience, bridging both biological and social science perspectives. It is tailored for individuals seeking knowledge, understanding, and skills in Nutrition and Dietetics, qualifying them to practice therapeutic nutrition.
Course Delivery:
Theory: Interactive sessions, lectures, assignments, seminars, and computer-aided learning.
Practical: Lab work, training, and internships in hospitals.
Career Prospects:
Diet Consultant
Food Show Host/Researcher
Nutritionist
Nutrition Trainer
Nutritional Sales Executive
Sports Nutrition Consultant
Duration: 1 year (two semesters)
Eligibility Criteria
Any undergraduate degree in one of the following:
-Food Nutrition and Dietetics
-Home Science with Food and Nutrition as a specialization. The student should have covered a minimum of four courses out of the following: Nutritional Biochemistry, Food Microbiology, Basic Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, and Therapeutic Nutrition.
-Any undergraduate degree with a minimum of 4 nutrition-related subjects like (i) Basic Nutrition (ii) Biochemistry (iii) Human Physiology (iv) Diet Therapy (v) Clinical Nutrition (vi) Diet in Diseases.