B.Sc Nutrition and Dietetics at Quantum University, Roorkee Offline Course

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics is three years (6 Semester) full-time undergraduate program offered by Quantum University, Roorkee.

A balanced and healthy diet is the basis of good health. Food becomes more important when allied with needs of children, old and the sick. Nutrition is the field that studies the interplay of food components and the health indicators such as metabolism and immunity. Nutrition has emerged as an essential aspect of the modern health sciences. As such it encompasses a spectrum of activity. This includes dietary modifications and supervision in hospitals and schools. Moreover it involves working closely with doctors and healthcare professionals to monitor, assess and improve patient nutrition.

Due to globalization and rapid urbanization there has been a massive shift in the eating habits of people. Moreover lifestyle diseases like diabetes and obesity are on the rise. Consequently there has been a growing orientation in society towards nutritional awareness. Therefore nutrition is a field that will grow owing to the needs of a rising health conscious society.

The prospective student should have an analytical mind. An aptitude for science helps understanding various aspects of the health-biological issues.