M.Sc Nutrition and Dietetics at SSCANS Pune Offline Course

M.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics, a two-year full-time program, is designed to generate a cadre of nutrition professionals to innovate and develop food-based solutions to manage, and prevent diseases and improve health and wellness. Nutritional Sciences is a diverse field and, through multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches, offer enormous opportunities to mitigate complex health challenges that countries face today. The program provides specializations including Nutrition and Population Health, Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Safety and Quality Management, and Personalized Nutrition. These specializations provide focused and tailored courses to equip and skill the students in the respective domains through academic and evidence-based education.

The fields of nutrition, dietetics, and health and wellness in India are experiencing significant growth, presenting promising career opportunities for postgraduate students.

Industry Trends, Growth and Demand

• Rising Health Awareness Increased public awareness of health and nutrition has led to a higher demand for qualified professionals in these sectors. The prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity has further emphasized the need for expert dietary guidance.
• Market Expansion:The health and wellness coaching market in India is projected to grow by 16.54% between 2024 and 2029, reaching a market volume of €3,779 million by 2029.
• Healthcare Industry Growth:The Indian healthcare industry, including nutrition and dietetics, is projected to reach $372 billion by 2024, with an annual growth rate of 16–17%. (Source: NITI Aayog Report)
• Dietary Supplements Market:The Indian dietary supplement market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11%, reaching ₹848 billion by 2025. This reflects a growing focus on nutrition-related products. (Source: FICCI-EY Report)
• Public Health Nutrition According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, programs like the Poshan Abhiyaan have boosted demand for nutritionists in public health, targeting 100 million beneficiaries annually.