BS-Speech and Language Pathology
ADP Speech Language and Pathology
ADP Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences
PhD Urdu
MPhil Urdu
Role
Nutrition is the scientific study of food nutrients and their role in the human body, while dietetics focuses on the prevention and management of food-related diseases. Nutritionists and dietitians play a vital role in applying scientific knowledge about food, health, and disease to guide individuals and communities in adopting healthier eating habits and lifestyles.
The BSHND program is designed to prepare graduates to serve as professional nutritionists and dietitians across diverse healthcare, community, and research settings. The program emphasizes the development of both professional and personal competencies essential for future practice in nutrition and dietetics. It integrates academic learning with clinical training and research, with a strong focus on population health, nutritional assessment, and surveillance.
Graduates of the BSHND program gain the knowledge and practical skills to tackle modern nutritional challenges, promote health, and enhance quality of life at both individual and community levels. The degree opens diverse career opportunities in hospitals, research institutions, public health organizations, the food industry, and private practice, empowering students to lead in advancing health and well-being through nutrition.
Scope
Our graduates will find suitable jobs in both public and private sector organizations inside and outside the country as under to name a few:
PUBLIC SECTOR:
• Public Health Departments
• Teaching and Research Institutions
• International Organizations e.g. UNICEF, FAO,WHO, World Bank
• Non-governmental Organizations
• Community (Nutrition) Development Programs
PRIVATE SECTOR:
• Multinational Companies
• Independent Private Practice
• Food Industries
• Pharmaceutical Industries
The Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics (BSHND) program opens pathways to a wide range of rewarding career opportunities in both public and private sectors.
Graduates of this program are well-prepared to contribute their expertise in various professional roles, including:
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type | Prerequisite course code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISL-105 | Understanding of Quran I | 1(0-1) | Compulsory | - |
| ISL-101/ETH-100 | Islamic Studies OR Ethics (non-Muslim) | 2(2-0) | General | - |
| ENG-107 | Functional English | 3(3-0) | General | - |
| PHSL-102 | Physiology | 3(2-1) | Interdisciplinary | - |
| GEN-105 | Creative Arts | 2(2-0) | General | - |
| HND-111 | Fundamentals of Human Nutrition | 3(3-0) | Foundation | - |
| HND-113 | Essentials of Food Science and Technology | 3(2-1) | Foundation | - |
| Total Credit Hours | 17 | - | - | |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type | Prerequisite course code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISL-106 | Understanding of Quran II | 1(0-1) | Compulsory | ISL-105 |
| ANA-101 | Anatomy | 3(2-1) | Interdisciplinary | - |
| ENG-108 | Expository Writing | 3(3-0) | General | - |
| GEN-104 | Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan | 2(2-0) | General | - |
| CS-102 | Applications of Information and Communication Technologies | 3(2-1) | General | - |
| HND-211 | Macronutrients in Human Nutrition | 3(3-0) | Major | HND-111 |
| HND-210 | Infant and Young Child Feeding | 3(2-1) | Major | - |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | - | - | |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type | Prerequisite course code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN-202 | Environmental Studies | 3(2-1) | General | - |
| GEN-206 | Entrepreneurship | 2(2-0) | General | - |
| GEN-207 | Quantitative Reasoning-I | 3(3-0) | General | - |
| PHARM-201 | Pharmacology | 3(2-1) | Interdisciplinary | - |
| PATH-201 | Pathology | 3(3-0) | Interdisciplinary | - |
| HND-311 | Micronutrients in Human Nutrition | 3(3-0) | Major | HND-211 |
| Total Credit Hours | 17 | - | - | |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type | Prerequisite course code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN-303 | Quantitative Reasoning-II | 3(3-0) | General | GEN-207 |
| PSY-201 | Psychology | 2(2-0) | General | - |
| GEN-203 | Civics and Community Engagement | 2(2-0) | General | - |
| HND-214 | Assessment of Nutritional Status | 3(2-1) | Major | - |
| HND-310 | Nutrition through Life Cycle | 3(3-0) | Major | - |
| HND-415 | Metabolism of Nutrients | 3(3-0) | Major | - |
| Total Credit Hours | 16 | - | - | |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type | Prerequisite course code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HND-314 | Food Microbiology | 3(2-1) | Major | - |
| HND-320 | Dietetics I | 3(2-1) | Major | - |
| HND-303 | Food and Drug Laws | 2(2-0) | Major | - |
| HND-215 | Food Safety and Quality Management | 2(2-0) | Major | - |
| HND-212 | Nutritional Education and Public Health | 3(2-1) | Major | - |
| HND-317 | Meal Planning and Management | 3(2-1) | Major | - |
| Total Credit Hours | 16 | - | - | |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type | Prerequisite course code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HND-312 | Food Analysis | 3(1-2) | Major | - |
| HND-412 | Food Chemistry | 2(2-0) | Major | - |
| HND-319 | Dietetics II | 3(2-1) | Major | HND-320 |
| HND-316 | Nutritional Deficiency Disorders | 3(3-0) | Major | - |
| HND-318 | Nutrition in Emergencies | 2(2-0) | Major | - |
| HND-416 | Food Supplements | 2(2-0) | Major | - |
| STAT-302 | Biostatistics | 3(3-0) | Compulsory | - |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | - | - | |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type | Prerequisite course code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN-401 | Internship | 3(0-3) | Compulsory | - |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type | Prerequisite course code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HND-418 | Nutritional Immunology | 3(3-0) | Major | - |
| HND-413 | Sports Nutrition | 3(2-1) | Major | - |
| HND-414 | Food Toxins and Allergens | 3(3-0) | Major | - |
| HND-424 | Nutritional Practices in Clinical Care | 3(2-1) | Major | - |
| HND-409 | Global Food Issues | 3(3-0) | Major | - |
| GEN-310 | Research Methodology | 3(3-0) | Compulsory | - |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | - | - | |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Type | Prerequisite course code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HND-423 | Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals | 3(3-0) | Major | - |
| HND-419 | Preventive Nutrition | 3(3-0) | Major | - |
| HND-420 | Drug Nutrient Interactions | 3(3-0) | Major | - |
| HND-422 | Supervised Clinical Practices | 3(0-3) | Major | HND-424 |
| GEN-402 | Research Project | 3(0-3) | Major | - |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | - | - | |
