The BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics program at Green International University helps students build a strong foundation in food, health and wellness. This degree focuses on how nutrition affects human life and teaches students how to design balanced diets, manage nutritional plans and promote a healthy lifestyle. Students learn the scientific link between food and human health through practical learning and modern laboratory work.
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Program Overview
Why Choose BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics?
Choosing this program means stepping into a rewarding career in health and nutrition. The BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics degree combines classroom learning with real-life practice to prepare students for professional success. The curriculum covers Food Science and Public Health Course modules that develop deep understanding of nutrients, food safety and community health.
Students also gain clinical nutrition training for students to handle real patient cases under expert supervision. This combination of knowledge and practice helps graduates become skilled professionals ready to serve in hospitals, wellness centers and research institutions.
Career Scope & Opportunities
Graduates of the BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics program have excellent career opportunities in both public and private sectors. They can work as:
- Clinical Dietitians and Nutrition Advisors
- Food Quality and Safety Officers
- Public Health Nutritionists
- Wellness and Fitness Consultants
- Research Assistants in Food and Health Sciences
- Nutrition Educators and Community Health Promoters
This degree enables students to promote healthy lifestyles, improve dietary habits and manage nutrition challenges. Graduates can work in hospitals, wellness centers, NGOs and the food industry to support better community health.
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GEC-6101 | Functional English | 3(3+0) |
| GEC-6102 | Quantitative Reasoning-I | 3(3+0) |
| GEC-6113 | Introduction to Psychology | 2(2+0) |
| GEC-6127 GEC-6128 |
Understanding of Holy Quran - I / Fehm-e-Quran - I OR Understanding of World Religions - I |
1(0+1) |
| IDAC-6201 | Anatomy | 3(2+1) |
| IDAC-6202 | Biochemistry | 3(2+1) |
| IDAC-6203 | Physiology | 3(2+1) |
| Total Credit Hours | 18(14+4) |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GEC-6108 | Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan | 2(2+0) |
| GEC-6103 | Expository Writing | 3(3+0) |
| GEC-6104 | Applications of Information and Communication Technologies | 3(2+1) |
| GEC-6125 | Environmental Sciences and Sustainability | 3(2+1) |
| GEC-6129 GEC-6130 |
Understanding of Holy Quran - II / Fehm-e-Quran - II OR Understanding of World Religions - II |
1(0+1) |
| BSHN-6301 | Fundamentals of Human Nutrition and Dietetics | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6302 | Introduction to Food Science and Technology | 3(2+1) |
| Total Credit Hours | 18(14+4) |
Semester 3
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GEC-6109 | Quantitative Reasoning-II | 3(3+0) |
| GEC-6110 | Civics and Community Engagement | 2(2+0) |
| GEC-6105/6106 | Islamic Studies / Ethics | 2(2+0) |
| GEC-6126 | Pakistan Studies | 2(2+0) |
| BSHN-6303 | Macro and Micro Nutrients | 3(3+0) |
| IDAC-6205 | Pathology | 2(2+0) |
| BSHN-6304 | Food Microbiology and Biotechnology | 3(2+1) |
| Total Credit Hours | 17(16+1) |
Semester 4
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GEC-6117 | International Relations | 2(2+0) |
| GEC-6111 | Entrepreneurship | 2(2+0) |
| BSHN-6305 | Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6306 | Food Safety and Quality Management | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6307 | Fundamentals of Food Systems | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6308 | Nutritional Assessment | 3(2+1) |
| BSHN-6309 | AI in Food and Nutrition | 2(1+1) |
| Total Credit Hours | 18(16+2) |
Semester 5
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSHN-6310 | Food Service Management | 2(1+1) |
| BSHN-6311 | Analytical Techniques in Food and Nutrition | 3(1+2) |
| BSHN-6312 | Community and Public Health Nutrition | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6313 | Nutrition through Life Cycle | 3(2+1) |
| BSHN-6314 | Meal Planning and Management | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6315 | Dietetics-I | 3(2+1) |
| Total Credit Hours | 17(12+5) |
Semester 6
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSHN-6701 | Supervised Practicum-I | 3(0+3) |
| BSHN-6316 | Food & Drug Law and Regulations | 2(2+0) |
| BSHN-6317 | Food Product Development | 3(1+2) |
| BSHN-6318 | Dietetics-II | 3(2+1) |
| BSHN-6319 | Nutrition in Emergencies | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6320 | Maternal and Child Nutrition | 3(3+0) |
| Total Credit Hours | 17(11+6) |
Summer Semester*
Semester 7
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSHN-6321 | Research Methods in Food and Nutrition | 2(1+1) |
| BSHN-6702 | Supervised Practicum-II | 3(0+3) |
| BSHN-6322 | Nutrition Education and Counseling | 3(2+1) |
| BSHN-6323 | Dietary Diversity and Food Security | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6324 | Sports Nutrition and Exercise | 3(2+1) |
| BSHN-6325 | Food and Nutrition Certifications | 3(3+0) |
| Total Credit Hours | 17(11+6) |
Semester 8
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IDAC-6207 | Biostatistics | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6326 | Food and Nutrition Policies | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6327 | Nutritional Epidemiology | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6328 | Early Childhood Development | 3(3+0) |
| BSHN-6329 | Diet Therapy for Individual with Special Needs | 3(2+1) |
| BSHN-6601 | Capstone Project | 3(0+3) |
| Total Credit Hours | 18(14+4) |
Total Credit Hours of BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics = 143
Q1. What is BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics?
It’s a degree that focuses on food, health and nutrition for a better lifestyle.
Q2. Who can apply for this program?
Students with F.Sc Pre-Medical or equivalent education can apply.
Q3. What will I study in this course?
You’ll learn about diet planning, food science and public health nutrition.
Q4. Where can graduates work?
Graduates can work in hospitals, wellness centers and the food industry.
Q5. Does this program include practical training?
Yes, students get hands-on clinical nutrition training during their studies.