M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
The M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is designed to provide advanced training in the science of nutrition and its application in the prevention and management of diseases. This postgraduate program focuses on integrating nutrition with clinical practice to improve overall health outcomes, with a special emphasis on personalized diet plans and therapeutic nutrition to assist healthcare providers.
This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and handson skills from 1st semester itself. The curriculum covers advanced topics in clinical nutrition, metabolic disorders, nutrition therapy for diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and obesity, and the management of dietetics in hospital settings. Students gain hands-on experience in assessing nutritional needs, formulating meal plans, and working with patients to manage chronic conditions through dietary interventions.
Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Skilled Clinical Nutritionists, Dietitians, and Nutrition Consultants’, enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, along with plenty of job opportunities globally in hospitals, wellness centers, sports clinics, and research institutions.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and as specified
- The minimum qualification is B.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Allied Health Sciences or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
The M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics curriculum spans 4 semesters, focusing on advanced nutrition science, therapeutic diet planning, public health nutrition, and clinical applications.
Semester | Name of the Subject |
Semester1 | Advanced Human Nutrition, Biochemistry in Nutrition, Research Methodology and Biostatistics, Nutritional Assessment Techniques, Practical: Advanced Nutritional Analysis |
Semester2 | Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)-I, Advanced Food Microbiology, Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals, Food Safety and Quality Control, Practical: Medical Nutrition Therapy and Food Safety |
Semester3 | Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)-II, Public Health Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, Nutrition in Special Populations (Pediatric, Geriatric, Pregnancy), Practical: Case Studies in Public Health and Sports Nutrition |
Semester4 | Clinical Internship in Nutrition and Dietetics, Entrepreneurship in Nutrition, Thesis /Research Project, Practical: Clinical Nutrition and Dietary Counseling |
- Advanced Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT): Skills to develop therapeutic diets for managing chronic diseases and critical conditions.
- Nutritional Assessment and Counseling: Expertise in evaluating nutritional status and providing evidence-based counseling to patients.
- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals: Knowledge in using bioactive food components for health improvement and disease prevention.
- Sports and Special Population Nutrition: Proficiency in planning diets for athletes and special groups like children, elderly, and pregnant women.
- Public Health Nutrition Planning: Skills in designing and implementing community nutrition programs.
- Food Safety and Quality Control: Understanding regulatory standards and practices for food safety in clinical and industrial settings.
- Certification in Advanced MNT: Specialized training in therapeutic diet planning and patient management.
- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Certification: Focuses on the role of bioactive compounds in health and disease prevention.
- Sports Nutrition Certification: Covers dietary needs for athletic performance and recovery.
- Public Health Nutrition Certification: Prepares for roles in community nutrition planning and implementation.
- Food Safety and Quality Control Certification: Provides expertise in maintaining safety standards in clinical and commercial food production.
- Ph.D. in Clinical Nutrition or Dietetics
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition and Wellness
- Master’s in Public Health (MPH) with a Focus on Nutrition
- Advanced Certifications in Clinical Nutrition or Sports Nutrition
| Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
| 0-3 years | Clinical Dietitian, Nutrition Counselor | ₹5,00,000 – ₹7,50,000 per annum |
| 3-5 years | Senior Dietitian, Public Health Nutritionist | ₹7,50,000 – ₹10,00,000 per annum |
| 5-10 years | Clinical Nutrition Consultant, Sports Nutritionist | ₹10,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 per annum |
| 10+ years | Director of Nutrition Services, Academic Researcher | ₹15,00,000+ per annum |
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 150000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 30000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 15000 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 7500 ₹ |
