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BS Human Nutrition & Dietetics

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Program Overview

Credit Hours
143
Duration
4 years
Semesters
8
Attendance
Full-time

The BS Human Nutrition & Dietetics at TUF is a four-year professional degree focused on the science of food and its impact on human health. It bridges the gap between clinical medicine and preventive wellness through evidence-based diet therapy and nutritional counseling.

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Why choose BS Human Nutrition & Dietetics at TUF?

The University of Faisalabad offers a student-centered learning experience with:

  • Direct exposure to patient meal planning at Madinah Teaching Hospital (MTH).
  • Access to advanced tools for Body Composition Analysis (BCA) and biochemical testing.
  • Regular participation in community-based "Nutrition Camps" for mother and child healthcare.

Key Skills You Will Master

Nutritional Assessment
Meal Planning
Clinical Dietetics
Food Safety Basics
Community Nutrition
Health Counseling

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the BS Nutrition & Dietetics program can pursue careers in:

  • Clinical Dietitian (Hospitals & Renal Centers)
  • Pediatric & Sports Nutritionist
  • Public Health Consultant (NGOs like UNICEF, WHO)
  • Wellness Coach & Metabolic Specialist
  • Quality Control Officer (Food & Beverage Sector)

With increasing global focus on nutrition and wellness, this degree opens doors to diverse and rewarding career paths.

Program Roadmap

Explore courses roadmap in BS Human Nutrition & Dietetics

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
ISL-101/ETH-100 ISLAMIC STUDIES ETHICS 2 (2-0) -
ENG-107 FUNCTIONAL ENGLISH 3 (3-0) -
PHSL-102 PHYSIOLOGY 3 (2-1) -
GEN-105 CREATIVE ARTS 2 (2-0) -
HND-111 FUNDAMENTALS OF HUMAN NUTRITION 3(3 0) -
HND-113 ESSENTIALS FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 3 (2-1) -
PS-101 PAKISTAN STUDIES 2 (2-0) -
ISL-105 UNDERSTANDING OF QURAN I 1 (0-1) -
Total Credit Hours 19
Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
ISL-106 UNDERSTANDING QURAN II 1 (0-1) -
ANA-101 ANATOMY 3 (2-1) -
ENG-108 EXPOSITORY WRITING 3 (3-0) -
GEN-104 IDEOLOGY AND CONSTITUTION OF PAKISTAN 2 (2-0) -
CS-102 APPLICATION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES 3 (2-1) -
HND-101 MACRO AND MICRO NUTRIENTS 3(3 0) -
HND-102 FOOD MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY 3(2 1) -
Total Credit Hours 18
Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
GEN-202 ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES 3 (2-1) -
GEN-206 ENTREPRENEURSHIP 2 (2-0) -
GEN-207 QUANTITATIVE REASONING I 3 (3-0) -
PATH-201 PATHOLOGY 3 (3-0) -
HND-215 FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT 3(3 0) -
BIOC-411 CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY 3 (2-1) -
Total Credit Hours 17
Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
GEN-303 QUANTITATIVE REASONING II 3 (3-0) -
PSY-201 PSYCHOLOGY 2 (2-0) -
GEN-203 CIVICS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 2 (2-0) -
HND-214 ASSESSMENT OF NUTRITIONAL STATUS 3(2 1) -
HND-310 NUTRITION THROUGH LIFE CYCLE 3 (3-0) -
HND-416 FOOD SUPPLEMENTS 2 (2-0) -
HND-202 COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION 3(3 0) -
Total Credit Hours 21
Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
HND-303 FOOD AND DRUG LAWS AND REGULATIONS 2 (2-0) -
HND-317 MEAL PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT 3 (2-1) -
HND-320 DIETETICS I 3 (2-1) -
HND-412 FOOD CHEMISTRY 2 (2-0) -
HND-301 FOOD PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT 3(1 2) -
HND-316 NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCY DISORDERS 3 (3-0) -
Total Credit Hours 16
Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
HND-319 DIETETICS II 3 (2-1) -
HND-318 NUTRITION IN EMERGENCIES 2 (2-0) -
HND-304 ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES IN FOOD AND NUTRITION 3(1-2) -
HND-305 SUPERVISED PRACTICUM I 3(0 3) -
HND-419 PREVENTIVE NUTRITION 3 (3-0) -
STAT-303 BIOSTATISTICS 3(2-1) -
Total Credit Hours 17
Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
GEN-401 INTERNSHIP 3 (0-3) -
Total Credit Hours 3
Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
HND-401 AI IN FOOD AND NUTRITION 3(2 1) -
HND-405 SUPERVISED PRACTICUM II 3(0 3) -
HND-402 FOOD AND NUTRITION CERTIFICATIONS 3(3 0) -
HND-403 RESEARCH METHODS IN FOOD AND NUTRITION 2(1-1) -
HND-404 SPORTS NUTRITION AND EXERCISE 3(2 1) -
HND-406 MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION 3(3 0) -
Total Credit Hours 17
Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
HND-420 DRUG NUTRIENT INTERACTIONS 3 (3-0) -
HND-407 NUTRITIONAL EPIDEMIOLOGY 3(3 0) -
HND-410 NUTRITION METABOLISM AND ENDOCRINOLOGY 3(3 0) -
HND-411 DIETARY DIVERSITY AND FOOD SECURITY 3(3 0) -
GEN-403 CAPSTONE PROJECT 3(3 0) -
Total Credit Hours 15

Admissions & Eligibility

Intermediate (Pre-Medical) or recognized equivalent with 45% marks. 

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FAQs

Students with FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks are eligible.

The program spans four years, divided into eight semesters.

It offers a blend of academic excellence, clinical exposure, and community engagement.

Graduates can work in hospitals, food industries, NGOs, or pursue higher studies and research.

Yes, students participate in hospital internships, lab work, and community nutrition projects.