M.Sc Dietetics

The basic difference between a Diploma and M.Sc. In nutrition is that a Diploma course is usually of a shorter span whereas in order to pursue M.Sc. A student needs to have Bachelor's degree. The candidates, who have completed their post-graduation course in Nutrition and Dietetics, professionally work as a Dietitian or Nutritionists in any Private or government. Hospitals, Public Health Organizations, National/ International Food Organizations or any other sectors. Other differences between Diploma and M.Sc. In nutrition are mentioned below. Please read carefully. Diploma IN NUTRITION
Diploma in nutrition is a programme that tends to emphasize the importance of nutrition and diet, the prevention and treatment of a variety of illnesses and diseases, and the promotion of health and wellness. Most Diploma in nutrition programs aim to prepare students to be nutrition specialists. This Diploma may provide a foundation for a career as a clinical dietitian, nutritionist, health educator, herbalist, wellness consultant or nutrition counselor. M.Sc. IN NUTRITION
M.Sc Nutrition and Dietetics is a 2 Year postgraduate course which specially deals with the principles of the Nutritional values in Food and their impacts on the Human Body. M.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics requires the students to have completed their graduation course from any recognised college/university with at least 50% marks in aggregate. The candidates, who have completed their post-graduation course in Nutrition and Dietetics, professionally work as a Dietitian or Nutritionists in any Private or government. Hospitals, Public Health Organizations, National/ International Food Organizations or any other sectors.

At LPU it is a two year Nutrition and Dietetics post graduate degree programme produces professionals in the field of nutrition and dietetics who are recognised for their practical and public health skills in order to improve the health and lifestyle of the society as a whole. The eligibility is Pass with 60% aggregate marks in Bachelors of Science Degree (Home Science or Medical or Non-Medical or Biosciences or Medical Science and Allied Medical or Nutrition and Dietetics or Food Technology or Veterinary Microbiology and Parasitology or Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology or Clinical Chemistry or Public Health and Allied Sciences) or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPU NEST.