M.Sc. Public Health Nutrition
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
The M.Sc. Public Health Nutrition program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is a postgraduate course designed to prepare students to address public health challenges related to nutrition. The program equips students with knowledge and skills to improve health outcomes through community nutrition programs, policy advocacy, and research in nutrition science.
This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. The curriculum focuses on nutritional epidemiology, global and local nutrition challenges, program planning, and evaluation. With practical training, internships, and research projects, graduates are ready to work in hospitals, NGOs, government health departments, international health organizations, and research institutes. Enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Public Health Nutrition along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Graduates emerge as Skilled public health nutritionists, equipped with expertise in food security, dietary interventions, and nutrition policy, ready for further studies and impactful careers in the field, along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and as specified
A B.Sc. degree in Nutrition, Public Health, Life Sciences, or an equivalent field with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
The M.Sc. Public Health Nutrition curriculum spans 4 semesters, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications. The final semester includes a project and internship for real-world exposure.
Semester | Name of the Subject |
Semester 1 | Advanced Principles of Nutrition, Fundamentals of Public Health, Nutritional Epidemiology, Biostatistics for Public Health, Practical: Nutritional Assessment and Surveys |
Semester 2 | Global Nutrition Challenges, Lifecycle Nutrition (Maternal, Child, and Elderly), Food Security and Policy, Health Promotion and Communication, Practical: Community Nutrition Program Design |
Semester 3 | Non-Communicable Diseases and Nutrition, Research Methodology and Biostatistics, Program Monitoring and Evaluation, Policy Advocacy in Nutrition, Practical: Program Implementation and Evaluation |
Semester 4 | Thesis/Research Project: Independent research on a public health nutrition topic. |
Internship: Practical exposure in community nutrition programs, government health initiatives, or international organizations addressing nutrition challenges. |
- Nutritional Assessment Skills: Proficiency in evaluating nutritional status and conducting surveys.
- Community Nutrition Program Design: Expertise in planning and implementing nutrition interventions for diverse populations.
- Policy Development and Advocacy: Skills in influencing nutrition policies and promoting health equity.
- Research and Data Analysis: Advanced skills in using statistical tools to analyze nutrition-related health data.
- Lifecycle Nutrition Knowledge: Understanding nutritional needs at different stages of life.
- Global and Local Perspectives: Insights into addressing malnutrition and food security challenges globally and in India.
- Certification in Nutritional Epidemiology: Advanced training in analyzing nutrition-related health trends.
- Certification in Community Nutrition Program Management: Specialized knowledge in implementing large-scale nutrition interventions.
- Certification in Food Security and Policy Advocacy: Focused training on addressing global and local food security challenges.
- Certification in Behavioral Change Communication in Nutrition: Techniques for promoting healthy dietary practices.
- Certification in Global Nutrition Strategies: Training on international health initiatives to combat malnutrition.
- Ph.D. in Public Health Nutrition or related fields.
- Fellowship in Global Nutrition and Food Security.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition and Public Health Policy.
- Advanced certifications in Data Analysis for Public Health Nutrition or Clinical Nutrition.
Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
0-3 years | Nutrition Program Officer, Community Nutrition Educator, Research Associate | ₹4,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 per annum |
3-5 years | Senior Nutritionist, Public Health Program Manager, Policy Analyst | ₹6,50,000 – ₹10,00,000 per annum |
5-10 years | Nutrition Advocacy Specialist, Research Scientist, Health Policy Consultant | ₹10,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 per annum |
10+ years | Director of Public Health Nutrition Programs, Chief Nutrition Advisor | ₹15,00,000+ per annum |
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 125000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 25000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 12500 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 6250 ₹ |
