Scheme&ContentofBachelorsof Diet & Nutrition
| Program: | Bachelor of Science in Diet & Nutrition (BSD&N) |
| Objective: | A full time four years program spread over eight semesters of 158 full credits, which equates Masters. This course will appeal to students who wish to combine their interest in diet & nutrition science as well as research & development. This fervent program covers all elements of diet & nutritional science. It ensures that students acquire necessary expertise and comprehension to integrate theoretical concepts with the practical work. After completing this program, graduates will find themselves immediately able to make a valuable contribution in the working environment. |
| Eligibility Criteria: | Intermediate from any recognized board with 50% marks (OR)A-Level with chemistry and biology or Equivalent.Candidate has to pass AIU Entrance Test and Final Interview. |
1st Semester |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
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BC-301 |
Biochemistry & Genetics-I |
2+0 |
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EN-301 |
English-I |
3+0 |
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MT-301 |
Mathematics-I |
3+0 |
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CS-301 |
Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) |
2+1 |
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AR-301 |
Anatomy-I |
2+1 |
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PY-301 |
Physiology-I |
2+1 |
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AT-301 |
Functional Arabic-I |
2+0 |
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Total Credit Hours |
19 |
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2nd Semester |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
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MN-301 |
Macronutrients in Human Nutrition |
3+0 |
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HG-312 |
English-II |
3+0 |
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IS.301 |
Islamic Studies/Ethics |
2+0 |
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AT-312 |
Anatomy II |
2+1 |
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PH-312 |
Physiology-II |
2+1 |
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Sl-301 |
Fundamentals of Sociology |
3+0 |
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AR-312 |
Functional Arabic II |
2+0 |
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Total Credit Hours |
19 |
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3rd Semester |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
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MN-412 |
Micronutrients in Human Nutrition |
3+0 |
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FN-301 |
Fundamentals of Human Nutrition |
2+1 |
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FS-301 |
Essentials of Food Science & Technology |
3+0 |
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HG-423 |
English-III |
3+0 |
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MG-401 |
Introductory Molecular Genetics |
2+1 |
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FM-401 |
Food Microbiology |
2+1 |
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FS-401 |
Food Safety and Quality Management |
2+0 |
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IS-401 |
Islamic Studies I |
2+0 |
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Total Credit Hours |
19+3 |
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4thSemester |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
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BT-401 |
Bio-Statistics |
3+1 |
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CS-401 |
Computer Science and Information Technology |
3+1 |
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NS-401 |
Assessment of Nutritional Status |
3+1 |
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NL-401 |
Nutrition Through the Life Cycle |
3+0 |
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PL-401 |
General Pathology |
2+1 |
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FA-401 |
Food Analysis |
1+2 |
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IS-412 |
Islamic Studies II |
2+0 |
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Total Credit Hours |
17+6 |
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5th Semester |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
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DI-501 |
Dietetics-I |
2+1 |
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NP-501 |
Nutrition and Psychology |
3+0 |
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NE-501 |
Nutritional Education and Awareness |
2+1 |
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MP-501 |
Meal Planning and Management |
2+1 |
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PH-501 |
Public Health Nutrition |
2+1 |
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FD-501 |
Food and Drug Laws |
2+0 |
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IS-501 |
Hadis E Nabvi |
2+0 |
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Total Credit Hours |
15+4 |
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6thSemester |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
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DI-512 |
Dietetics-II |
2+1 |
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FF-501 |
Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals |
3+0 |
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NS-501 |
Nutrition Through Social Protection |
2+1 |
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SN-501 |
Sports Nutrition |
2+0 |
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CN-501 |
Infant and Young Child Feeding |
2+1 |
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BC-512 |
Clinical Biochemistry |
1+2 |
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IS-502 |
Fiqha |
2+0 |
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Total Credit Hours |
14+5 |
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7thSemester |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
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DI-623 |
Dietetics-III |
2+1 |
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FI-601 |
Global Food Issues |
3+0 |
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RN-601 |
Research Methods in Nutrition |
3+0 |
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NP-601 |
Nutritional Practices in Clinical Care |
2+1 |
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NI.601 |
Nutritional Immunology |
3+0 |
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NE-601 |
Nutrition in Emergencies |
3+0 |
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MN-601 |
Metabolism of Nutrients |
2+0 |
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Total Credit Hours |
18+2 |
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8th Semester |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
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IN-601 |
Internship/Project |
0+6 |
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NP-601 |
Nutrition Policies and Programs |
3+0 |
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FM-601 |
Food Service Management |
3+0 |
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FT-601 |
Food Toxins & Allergens |
3+0 |
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ND-601 |
Nutritional Deficiency Disorders |
3+0 |
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FS-601 |
Food Supplements |
2+0 |
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Total Credit Hours |
16+6 |
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