Dietetics and Applied Nutrition

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  • University/Institute Name Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration2 years
  • Application deadlineJun 2026

Position Details (Master's)

Dietetics and Applied Nutrition from Manipal Academy of Higher Education is designed to enhance knowledge and skills of nutrition and to develop critical evaluation skills through an integration of nutrition, dietetics (therapeutic nutrition) and research.

Dietetics and Applied Nutrition from Manipal Academy of Higher Education provides opportunity for interaction with patients, and thus, students get hands-on training in hospitals, in association with dietitians and clinicians. Students are also taught advanced diet therapy and participate in research projects, symposiums and conferences in nutrition & dietetics.

Course Objectives

  • To produce postgraduates in the field of Dietetics and Nutrition recognized for their practical andpublic health skills.

  • To acquaint postgraduates with advanced clinical nutrition, understand the basis of nutritional status assessment, biochemical basis of nutrition, nutrition related disorders, and the role of nutrition in therapeutic diets.

  • The course also aims at teaching skills of menu planning for quality and quantity preparation and management ofresources.

Courses include:

  • Community Nutrition

  • Administrative Dietitian

  • Nutrition

  • Sports and Exercise Nutrition

  • Media

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date

Aug 2026