Dietetics

There are several government colleges in India offering B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics. Some notable options include:

1. Lady Irwin College, Delhi University - It offers a B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics with excellent faculty and infrastructure.
2. Bangalore University - The university offers a B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics through its affiliated colleges, such as Mount Carmel College.
3. University of Madras - The university offers B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at various affiliated colleges across Tamil Nadu.
4. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra - This university offers a B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics program.

These institutions often have merit-based admissions, with some offering entrance exams for specific courses. Fees typically range from INR 15,000 to INR 50,000 per year, depending on the institution.

Here is the eligibility criteria for the M.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics program at Alagappa University:

• Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks
• The relevant fields include:
  • Home Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biomedical Science, Food Science and Quality Control, Food Science & Nutrition, Food service management, Food technology, and Yoga
• The degree must be from a recognized university 

Alagappa University is a state university in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu. The Department of Nutrition and Dietetics was established in 2023 and offers a two-year M.Sc. program. 

Here is how one can go about the pursuit of a B.Sc. in Dietetics after having done their B.Sc. in Home Science and M.Sc. in Food and Nutrition:

Check for Eligibility: The eligibility criteria for most universities offering a B.Sc. in Dietetics are the remarks regarding background in Home Science, Food Science, or Nutrition. Hence, you will be eligible for most institutions based on your qualifications.

Search for Universities:- Search for colleges or universities that offer a B.Sc. programme in Dietetics. Some famous ones in India include:

Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi. (affiliated to DU)
National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad
SNDT Women's University, Mumbai
Application Process: After you have shortlisted a few colleges, check their admission requirements and apply. Generally, most universities conduct an entrance or admit students based on merit.

Consider Bridge Courses :- Some institutes have bridge courses to help students smoothen out the transition into the specialisation of dietetics. These courses include medical nutrition therapy, clinical dietetics, and diet management.

Internship and Certification:- Upon completion of the B.Sc, students must pursue internships or obtain certification from recognised authorities such as the Indian Dietetic Association (IDA) to be considered qualified dietitians.

Keep an eye out for the deadlines and procedures your preferred universities follow.

Yes, you can go for a job after B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics from Lovely Professional University but carrying on the further studies for M.Sc. in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics in the foreign country is possible as well. LPU's B.Sc. program prepares you to acquire sufficient knowledge in nutrition, dietetics and health science enabling you to meet the academic standards of most international master's level programs. The university's emphasis on global networks and experiential learning, plus international experience, puts you in a position for further learning and research anywhere in the world. In fact, LPU's counsel on higher studies abroad will provide you with information about various educational opportunities overseas.