Advantage

Academic Research and Collaboration

Strategic collaborations with esteemed partners ensure that students receive a comprehensive education aligned with industry standards and best practices.

Research Excellence

Backed by central government agencies like DST, SERB, etc., our institute provides cutting-edge research facilities, fostering academic and scientific advancements.

Mental Wellness Focus

A dedicated on-campus Mental Wellness Clinic and clinical research lab offer hands-on experience for students to develop practical skills in mental Healthcare.

Immersive Learning Experience

Attendees have the opportunity to exchange knowledge, engage in intellectual discussions, and gain insights into the Health Science industry's future. Interact with industry experts, attend mind-blowing lectures, and participate in vigorous discussions.

Interactive Sessions Across Disciplines

Explore various healthcare disciplines, including Pharmacy, Nutrition, Psychology, Optometry, Yoga, and Public Health, through interactive sessions.

Global Industry Transformation

Gain a profound understanding of the global transformation of the Health Science industry. transitioning from traditional paradigms to the digital era.

Contribution to Cutting-edge Research

Seize the opportunity to submit abstracts for oral and poster presentations, actively participating in cutting- edge research and emerging developments in the industry.

Legacy in Global Placement

With a legacy spanning over two decades, NSHM Institute of Health Sciences boasts top-tier global placements in optometry, offering unparalleled placement opportunities to its students.

Collaboration

Partnership with Zeiss offers Optometry students an unparalleled learning experience

  • Expert-led training programs
  • Practical skills and specialized knowledge
  • Placement and internship opportunities for career advancement

The collaboration empowers students to translate theoretical knowledge into real-world applications

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Practical expertise

CINI offers psychology students a transformative learning experience

  • Student exchange programs for global exposure
  • Workshops and training sessions with industry experts
  • Internship opportunities for hands-on experience
  • Access to renowned professionals in the field

FSSAI, a renowned food safety authority, empowers students with certification courses in food safety and hygiene.

  • Expert-led training in food safety standards
  • Certification recognized by the food industry
  • Internship opportunities for hands-on experience
  • Enhanced career prospects in food safety and nutrition

Lincoln University College, Malaysia, offers students a gateway to international excellence.

  • International certification recognized worldwide
  • Opportunities to pursue PhD programs at LUC
  • Internship opportunities for hands-on experience
  • Participation in seminars, research activities, and student exchange programs

University of Naples-Federico II, Italy, to offer NIHS students and faculty access to the prestigious ERASMUS+ program.

  • Participate in European projects and research initiatives
  • Engage in cultural exchange and networking with international peers
  • Enhance global perspectives and career prospects

  • Key Facts
  • Course Details
  • Scope & Career Opportunities
  • Success Stories

Key Facts

DURATION

Duration Icon 2 Years

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY OF M.SC. IN DIETETICS AND NUTRITION

Eligibility Icon Bachelor degree

PROGRAMME TYPE

Program Icon PG

DEGREE AWARDED BY

Degree Icon MAKAUT

ADMISSION PROCESS

To complete admission online, follow the steps below:

  • Fill up the online application form
  • Sit for ENPAT and personal interview
  • Receive selection letter via e-mail
  • Pay admission fees

Course Details

After pursuing M.Sc. in Dietetics and Nutrition ,Students can work as

Course Breakup
FOOD SCIENCE
NUTRITION SCIENCE
RESEARCH
Components and Analysis of Food(Biochemical & Microbiological)

Chemistry of food components like proteins, carbohydrates and lipids, new food product development, nature of microorganisms involved in food spoilage, food infections and intoxications, and various preservation and control techniques, food – safety, engineering & processing, and technology, nutrition, and sensory analysis

Diet Counselling Techniques

Patient counseling approach and skills, Dietary health care, updated assessment and remedial techniques, evaluation, monitoring and control, etc.

Community Nutrition

Nutritional status assessment, community nutrition, women and child nutrition, nutrition kitchen garden, community nutrition training, WHO, UNICEF guidelines – community nutritionist, requirement analysis and provisioning for specific macronutrients, monitoring, evaluation, and control -critical periods in growth and development and impact of malnutrition, etc.

Geriatric and Sports Nutrition

Physiological changes, nutritional analysis, socio-psychological aspects of aging, caregiving, geriatrics, sports nutrition, specialised clinic operations, etc.

Therapeutic Nutrition

Therapeutic approach in diet, nutritional screening, nutritional status assessment, nutritional support system, other life-saving measures for the critically ill, role of immune enhancer, conditionally essential nutrients, immune suppressants, special diets in critical care, complications of nutritional support system, re-feeding syndrome and rehabilitation diets, etc.

Epidemiological approach in nutrition

Concept of health disease spectrum, epidemiological research design, methods, analysis and application for disease control, levels of healthcare, development of public & private healthcare institutions and NGOs, etc.

Biostatistics and its implications in nutrition research

Qualitative and quantitative methods, nutrition data preparation, data analysis, appropriate parametric and non-parametric statistical tests, data visualization, decision-support, etc.

Scope & Career Opportunities

The increasing awareness regarding staying fit and healthy and avoiding high-calorie unplanned diets contributes to the high demand for professional dieticians and nutritionists in India and abroad. After completing the programme M.SC. IN DIETETICS AND NUTRITION , one can work as:

  • Menu planner – Monitoring the food preparation
  • Dietician or Nutritionist
  • Clinical and Therapeutic Dietician
  • Researchers in Universities
  • Specialist Institutions and Hospitals
  • Public Health and Community Dieticians
  • Preserving Supervisor
  • Teacher and Professor
  • Article Writer and Columnist
  • Sports Nutritionist
  • Food Researcher
  • Public Health Nutritionist
  • Research Fellow/Scholar
  • Food and Nutrition Quality Management Officer

Success Stories

Dr Paulomee Kashyap

Dr Paulomee Kashyap

National Consultant, Monitoring & Evaluation, National Center for Vector Borne Disease Control, MOHFW, India

Dr Reshmi Saha

Dr Reshmi Saha

Asst.Professor, IMS Kolkata

Abhishek Singh

Abhishek Singh

Branch Manager Optica East Africa-Nairobi, Kenya

Debdutta Biswas

Debdutta Biswas

Msc Clinical Psychology

Dr Sudipta Bhattacharya

Dr Sudipta Bhattacharya

Junior Research Associate, ICMR Hospital Based Cancer Registry, Peerless Hospital

Jhilik Mahanta

Jhilik Mahanta

Desun Hospital Junior Dietecian Msc Dietetics and Nutrition

Mayuree Das

Mayuree Das

Assam Medical College Pediatric Oncology Nutritionist Msc Dietetics and Nutrition

Sambrata Chatterjee

Sambrata Chatterjee

ILS Tripura a Msc Dietetics and Nutrition

Subhadip Sen

Subhadip Sen

Masters in Psychology beyond autism

Taneir Lubana Siddiqui

Taneir Lubana Siddiqui

ICMR - India

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Events

Dr Siddhartha Neogi. Director of Health Services – W.B & Chairman, SST shared his valuable insights

Dr Siddhartha Neogi. Director of Health Services – W.B & Chairman, SST shared his valuable insights

Dr. Derick Hall Lindquist (Psychology) from Ohio State University shared his immense knowledge about human psychology and adaptations

Dr. Derick Hall Lindquist (Psychology) from Ohio State University shared his immense knowledge about human psychology and adaptations

Dr. Roland Erik Haas, Founder and CTO of XAITech GmbH in Germany, highlighted his professional expertise in research and AI, which has revolutionised the healthcare sector

Dr. Roland Erik Haas, Founder and CTO of XAITech GmbH in Germany, highlighted his professional expertise in research and AI, which has revolutionised the healthcare sector

Dr. Saikat Mitra, Ex-VC Makaut, shared his profound thoughts on the event

Dr. Saikat Mitra, Ex-VC Makaut, shared his profound thoughts on the event

Graduation Ceremony during Natconph the international conference

Graduation Ceremony during Natconph the international conference

Cecilia Battisti from the University of Udine, Italy, presented a comparative analysis of healthcare systems during the Natconph Conference

Cecilia Battisti from the University of Udine, Italy, presented a comparative analysis of healthcare systems during the Natconph Conference

Our Faculty

Ms. Nipanjana Saha

Ms. Nipanjana Saha

Ms. Avijna Ray

Ms. Avijna Ray

Dietetics & Nutrition

Mr. Arnab Banerjee

Mr. Arnab Banerjee

Dr. Adrija Saha

Dr. Adrija Saha

Prof. Ranjan Mukherjee

Prof. Ranjan Mukherjee

Department of Optometry and Vision Science

Ms. Shovona Bhattacharya Moulik

Ms. Shovona Bhattacharya Moulik

Department of Psychology

Ms. Bithika Mondol

Ms. Bithika Mondol

Department of Psychology

Mr. Sankhajyoti Saha

Mr. Sankhajyoti Saha

Mr. Pinaki Sen Sharma

Mr. Pinaki Sen Sharma

Dr. Kaninika Roy

Dr. Kaninika Roy

NIHS

Ms. Manjira Acharyya

Ms. Manjira Acharyya

Department of Vision Science

Ms. Moutusi Nath

Ms. Moutusi Nath

Ms. Somdatta Maitra

Ms. Somdatta Maitra

Department of Vision Science

Ms. Sumona Mondal

Ms. Sumona Mondal

Department of Allied HealthNIHS

Dr. Reeti Debnath Majumdar

Dr. Reeti Debnath Majumdar

Mr. Satyaki Chakraborty

Mr. Satyaki Chakraborty

Dr. Parama Gupta

Dr. Parama Gupta

Department of Psychology

Prof. Sayani Basu

Prof. Sayani Basu

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