Bachelor of Science in HUMAN NUTRITION & DIETETICS

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Department of Diet and Nutritional Sciences (DDNS), IBADAT International University, Pakpattan Campus . At present worldwide, the greatest challenge is to address the basic human needs for access to nutritious food, eliminate hunger and reduce poverty. The UN Sustainable Development Goals provides a powerful aspiration to eradicate these problems. The department aims for quality education and to prepare competent professionals to contribute in providing excellent services in both public and private sectors. We are pleased that you have chosen this department to expedite your passion for improving nutrition, health, wealth and prosperity of the community and contribute to national development.

The DDNS always value diversity in people, cultures, learning, and science. Collaboration with experts in multidisciplinary fields, within and outside of the University, is foremost and standard for and faculty. We also value innovation and critical thinking in scholarly quests, transformative ideas andambitions for the future. In this context, we have research collaboration agreement with the Nutrition Division, National Institute of Health, Islamabad, which is a premier research organization in the country and recognized worldwide.

We are committed to produce graduates to higher levels of human capabilities. The subjects of food, clinical nutrition, dietetics, public health; biochemical and molecular nutrition; nutrigenomics and food safety are included in the curriculum. The department possess a modern infrastructure with spacious classrooms, equipped with audio-visual aids and state of the art laboratories. The experienced and qualified faculty members are always committed for providing up-date knowledge and guidance to the students. Help them in designing and implementation of research projects and Internship plans to transform scientific knowledge into practical for promoting sustainable human growth and economic development.

Dr. Zafar Iqbal

Program Duration: 4 Year

Timing: Morning (Monday-Friday)

Recognized By: Higher Education Commission

Entry Requirements: Minimum Eligibility: 45% marks in 12 Years of Education (Higher Secondary School Certificate / A-Level / Intermediate – F. Sc Pre-Medical or Equivalents per HEC Criteria)

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Total Semesters: 08
Total Credit Hours: 136

BS Human Nutrition & Dietetics – Roadmap

Semester I (Total Credit Hours: 17 (14+3))
Course Code Course Name Cr. Hrs
HND-6301 Fundamentals of Human Nutrition 3 (3+0)
HND-6201 Human Anatomy 3 (2+1)
HND-6102 Medical Biochemistry 3 (2+1)
HND-6104 Functional English 3 (3+0)
HND-6111 Introduction to Computer Science and Technology 3 (2+1)
HND-6110 Pakistan Studies 2 (2+0)
Semester II (Total Credit Hours: 16 (14+2))
HND-6302 Nutrition Through Social Protection 3 (3+0)
HND-6303 Essentials of Food Science & Technology 3 (2+1)
HND-6101 Communication Skills 2 (2+0)
HND-6108 Islamic Studies / Ethics 2 (2+0)
HND-6109 Sirat-Un-Nabi (PBUH) NC
HND-6202 Basic Mathematics / Biology 3 (3+0)
HND-6203 Human Physiology-I 3 (2+1)
Semester III (Total Credit Hours: 18 (15+3))
HND-6105 Expository Writing – Technical Writing and Presentation Skills 3 (3+0)
HND-6304 Food Microbiology 3 (2+1)
HND-6205 Metabolic Endocrinology 3 (3+0)
HND-6107 Biostatistics 3 (2+1)
HND-6204 Human Physiology-II 3 (2+1)
HND-6308 Macronutrients in Human Nutrition 3 (3+0)
Semester IV (Total Credit Hours: 18 (16+2))
HND-6112 Entrepreneurship 2 (2+0)
HND-6103 Fundamentals of Sociology 2 (2+0)
HND-6113 Community Nutrition & Assessment 2 (1+1)
HND-6106 Research Methodologies 3 (3+0)
HND-6307 Nutrigenetics & Nutrigenomics 3 (3+0)
HND-6206 General Pathology 3 (2+1)
HND-6309 Micronutrients in Human Nutrition 3 (3+0)
Semester V (Total Credit Hours: 18 (14+4))
HND-6310 Nutrition Through Life Cycle 3 (3+0)
HND-6311 Food Analysis 3 (1+2)
HND-6305 Food Safety & Quality Management 3 (3+0)
HND-6313 Dietetics-I 3 (2+1)
HND-6316 Meal Planning & Management 3 (2+1)
HND-6314 Nutraceuticals & Functional Foods 3 (3+0)
Semester VI (Total Credit Hours: 18 (16+2))
HND-6312 Infant and Young Child Feeding 3 (2+1)
HND-6306 Nutritional Immunology 3 (3+0)
HND-6320 Dietetics-II 3 (2+1)
HND-6317 Public Health Nutrition 3 (3+0)
HND-6318 Nutrition Intervention Planning 3 (3+0)
HND-6315 Nutrition Psychology & Counseling 3 (3+0)
Semester VII (Total Credit Hours: 16 (13+3))
HND-6321 Sports Nutrition 3 (2+1)
HND-6319 Global Nutritional Issues 2 (2+0)
HND-6322 Dietetics-III 3 (2+1)
HND-6323 Nutritional Practices in Clinical Care 3 (2+1)
HND-XXXX Elective-I 3 (3+0)
HND-XXXX Elective-II 2 (2+0)
Semester VIII (Total Credit Hours: 15 (7+8))
HND-6324 Institutional Food Service Management 3 (2+1)
HND-6325 Seminar 1 (0+1)
HND-6501 Internship 3 (0+3)
HND-6601 Project 3 (0+3)
HND-XXXX Elective-I 3 (3+0)
HND-XXXX Elective-II 2 (2+0)
Total Credit Hours: 136

Elective  Courses

Course CodeCourse NameCr. Hrs
HND-6401Nutrition in Emergencies3 (3+0)
HND-6403Food Chemistry3 (3+0)
HND-6404Nutritional Deficiency Disorders3 (3+0)
HND-6405Metabolism of Nutrients2 (2+0)
HND-6402Drug Nutrient Interaction2 (2+0)
HND-6406Preventive Nutrition3 (3+0)
HND-6409Food Toxins & Allergens3 (3+0)
HND-6407Food Supplements2 (2+0)
HND-6408Nutrition Epidemiology2 (2+0)
HND-6410Food & Drug Laws2 (2+0)

MISSION

To develop a systematic and efficient understanding of latest knowledge, professional skills, principles of moral values and sense of responsibility in students focusing on human nutrition and dietetics to contribute in global health and well-being of the population through uplifting their nutritional status with intake of variety of foods, good dietary habits and healthy life style.

CAREER PROSPECTS

After completion of the degree, the students with range of advanced and specialist skills would be able to working the following sectors:

PUBLIC SECTORS

• Health Departments

• Universities/ Research Institutes

• Hospitals

• Regional Food Authorities

• Food Testing Laboratories

• Health Ministry

• Food and Agriculture Ministry

• Academia

• Hospitals / Health Care Centers

• Medical Food Services

• Non-Governmental Organizations:

WHO, UNICEF, Save the Children,

• UNHCR, Zero Hunger etc.

• Multinational Food Industries

• Multi-National Companies

• Pharmaceutical Industry: Nutrition Supplements

• Freelancing and Entrepreneurship

Bachelor of Science in HUMAN NUTRITION & DIETETICS
Department

Diet & Nutritional Sciences

Level

Undergraduate

Semesters

08

Credit

136

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