OVERVIEW
Considering the importance of health and nutrition in the past years, Yashfeen College of Allied Sciences is conducting 4-year BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics program which focuses upon developing the skills of the students in preventive and therapeutic nutrition.
Our focus is to develop the understanding of relevant biological and physical sciences and acquire expertise in relationships between nutrients, human health and human behaviors related to food choices along with dealing public health issues.
DEGREE DETAILS
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| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00102 |
Essentials of Food Science & Technology |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00101 |
Fundamentals of Human Nutrition |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| MNGT-301 |
Life and Academic Skills |
The Institute of Business Management & Administrative Sciences |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00106 |
Pakistan Studies |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
2(2-0) |
| HND-00104 |
English-I |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00103 |
Mathematics |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00105 |
Introductory Biochemistry |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
|
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00201 |
Macronutrients in Human Nutrition |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00202 |
English-II |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00203 |
Islamic Studies/Ethics |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
2(2-0) |
| HND-00204 |
Human Anatomy |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00205 |
Human Physiology-I |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00206 |
Fundamentals of Sociology |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| PH-302 |
Basic Health Awareness |
Department of Information Management |
3(3-0) |
| EDU-302 |
Critical Thinking and Reasoning |
Department of Education |
3(3-0) |
|
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00301 |
Micronutrients in Human Nutrition |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| TSAQN-00301 |
ARABIC FOR UNDERSTANDING QURAN |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| Semester 3 |
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00306 |
Food Safety and Quality Management |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
2(2-0) |
| HND-00305 |
Food Microbiology |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00304 |
Food Toxins & Allergens |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00303 |
English-III |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00302 |
Human Physiology-II |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
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| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| LAW-402 |
Constitution and Legal System of Pakistan |
Department of Law |
3(3-0) |
| ES-402 |
Agriculture and Environment |
Department of Environmental Sciences |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00406 |
Food Analysis |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(1-2) |
| HND-00405 |
General Pathology |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00403 |
Assessment of Nutritional Status |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00402 |
Computer Science and Information Technology |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00401 |
Bio-Statistics |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00404 |
Nutrition Through the Life Cycle |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| Semester 5 |
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00501 |
Dietetics-I |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00502 |
Nutrition and Psychology |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00503 |
Nutritional Education and Awareness |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00504 |
Meal Planning and Management |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| Semester 5 |
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00505 |
Public Health Nutrition |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00506 |
Food and Drug Laws |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
2(2-0) |
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| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00604 |
Sports Nutrition |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00606 |
Clinical Biochemistry |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(1-2) |
| HND-00605 |
Infant and Young Child Feeding |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00603 |
Nutrition Through Social Protection |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
2(2-0) |
| HND-00602 |
Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00601 |
Dietetics-II |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
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| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00701 |
Dietetics-III |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00702 |
Global Food Issues |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00703 |
Research Methods in Nutrition |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00704 |
Nutritional Practices in Clinical Care |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(2-1) |
| HND-00705 |
Nutritional Immunology |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00706 |
Drug Nutrient Interaction |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
2(2-0) |
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| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00801 |
Nutrition Policies and Programs |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| Semester 8 |
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Department |
Credit Hours (Theory-Lab) |
| HND-00802 |
Food Service Management |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00803 |
Nutrition Epidemiology |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
2(2-0) |
| HND-00804 |
Preventive Nutrition |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
3(3-0) |
| HND-00805 |
Internship/Project |
Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics |
6(0-6) |
GOALS OF THE PROGRAMME
In this program, students learn to make effective nutrition assessments, thus becoming experts in applying the principles of clinical nutrition to patient care in a variety of settings.
Overall, the program is designed to sharpen the scientific, technical skills and evidenced based understanding in the domain of nutrition and dietetics. This program ensure that our competent graduates are critical thinkers, lifelong and self-directed learners, clinical practitioners, and researchers of future.
Additionally, the department supports the development of professional competence in dietetics and duly prepares graduates for careers in clinical and community dietetics, health and wellness, public health, and foodservice management.
Career Prospects
- Clinical Dietitians in government hospitals (BPS-17 & 16)
- Food service supervisors in government organizations
- Nutrition Educationists and Nutrition coordinators in international organizations i.e. WHO, FAO, UNICEF, etc.
- Food service Administrators
- Weight management experts in wellness clubs
- Food Researcher and Scientist
- Public Health Nutritionists/ Community Nutritionists
- Sports Nutritionists in gyms and sports clubs.
- Private Practice in clinics and hospitals
Faculty
Maham AbidHead of Department
BS (Nutrition and Dietetics)
M.Phil. (Food and Nutrition)
Ms. Ayesha FatimaSenior Lecturer
BS (Nutrition and Dietetics)
M.Phil. (Food and Nutrition)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
i. F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) with minimum 50% marks
OR
ii. A-Levels (Biology, Physics & Chemistry) Equivalent with minimum 50% marks, equivalence from IBCC will be required
BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics (HND)
Fee Schedule 2023-24
| Description |
Amount in PKR |
Remarks |
| Prospectus Fee |
1,000 |
One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| Application Submission Fee |
1,000 |
One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| Admission Fee |
15,000 |
One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| Security Refundable |
10,000 |
One time only (Refundable) |
| Document Verification Fee |
2,000 |
One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| IUB Registration Fee |
7,500 |
One Time Only (non-refundable) |
| IUB Examination Fee |
7,000 |
Per Semester |
| Library Fee |
2,500 |
Per Semester |
| IT Fee |
3,500 |
Per Semester |
| Lab Charges |
3,500 |
Per Semester |
| Tuition Fee |
30,000 |
Per Semester |
| Total Fee for First Semester |
83,000 |
|
SCHOLARSHIPS:
- Merit & need based scholarship is offered at the time of admission and are valid for first year only.
- It is offered on the basis Good Academic Performance, Kinship, Teacher’s Child, Hafiz-e-Quran, Orphan and Disabled Students.
| Merit Based Scholarship Criteria |
| Marks Between 801 To 900 |
Rs.5,000 |
| Marks Between 900 To 950 |
Rs.10,000 |
| Marks Between 951 To 1000 |
Rs.15,000 |
| Marks Between 1001 To 1050 |
Rs.20,000 |
| Marks above 1051 |
Rs.25,000 |
|
| Orphan / Disabled |
Rs.20,000 |
| Hafiz Quran |
Rs.10,000 |
| Teacher’s Child |
Rs.5,000 |
| Kinship |
Rs.5,000 |
|
REFUND SCHEDULE:
- Refunds will be processed only on written applications and after the approval from the Principal / HOD.
- All the Charges except admission fee are refundable before the commencement of classes.
- 50% of tuition fee will be deducted within the 15 days of the commencement of classes.
- No Refund after one month from the Commencement of classes.
