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School of Food Science & Nutrition Management

B. Sc

B.Sc course in Food & Nutritional Sciences is based on applied sciences and is geared to meet the emerging needs and challenges of contemporary society as they respond well to the evolving global standards. The present curriculum and syllabi have been revised and updated in accordance with UGC (University Grant Commission) guidelines. Mandatory six week internship training in the third year of study is the USP of this course. The program offers each student with ample opportunities to assess their abilities, aptitudes and interest and introduces them to a world of jobs and careers.

Program Highlights

The program shall include


Human Health:

Nutrition science supported with human physiology & biochemistry and Public health nutrition with focus on nutrition education programs.

Food Science:

Food functions, nutrient metabolism, food behavior, food quality & auditing systems.

Dietetics:

Food requirements through the life span; functional foods & supplements; dietary guidelines for ailments; creative diet and menu planning; lifestyle & eating modifications with nutritional counseling.

Food Processing:

Methods & regulations in food processing and research based food product development along with food analysis.

Culinary Skills:

Bakery and confectionery; institutional and innovative food presentation & sensory skills.

Food Service Management:

Planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and controlling of food preparation and service operations in hospitals and industries.

  • The course shall be supplemented by practical and on-job training through Diet Camps Counselling, Field Visits and Workshops.
  • Student will be evaluated on each subject / paper (theory/practical) under both:
    1. a) Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE): 40% weightage CIE includes written class tests, assignments, power point presentation, tutorials and/or laboratory assignments.
    2. b) End-semester Examination (ESE): 60% weightage Eight ESE will be held, one at the end of each semester.

Course Duration:

15-17 weeks per semester with 20-26 classes of 1 hr duration per week.

Course Timings:

9:30 am to 4:00 pm, six days a week (1st and 3rd Saturdays are off days).

Career Options


Clinical Dietician

Public Health Nutritionist

Sports Nutritionist

Health & Wellness Coach

Celebrity Nutritionist

Food Entrepreneurs

Food Industry Professional

Food Quality Officer & Food Auditor

Nutri-Chef

Food Blogger / Columnist

Research & Development Scientist

Academician

Fees & Scholarship


JDBI Scholarships

  • Merit based scholarship
  • Need based freeship

Other Government Scholarships

  • Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: A state-sponsored scholarship supporting meritorious students from economically weaker sections pursuing higher education in West Bengal.
  • WB Student Credit Card Scheme: A loan-linked financial assistance scheme enabling students to meet education-related expenses with easy repayment terms after completing their course.
  • Aikyashree Scholarship: A dedicated scholarship for students from minority communities in West Bengal, aimed at supporting their continued access to higher education.

M. Sc

The programme is designed to strengthen and enhance a student’s understanding and knowledge on diverse subjects. It shall be conducted via a blended learning approach that will include classical classroom teaching, self study, experiential learning, seminars, presentations, field visits etc. As part of their training, every student will have to work on a research project in the second year and submit a dissertation. It is compulsory for the students to complete two months internship to complement the programme that will allow them to make more informed choices when planning a career.

Program Highlights

The course shall include


  • The course includes subjects like Food Science & Technology, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Quality Analysis.
  • Food Service Management, Public Health & Nutrition, Research Methodology and Thesis Writing.
  • Student will be evaluated on each subject / paper (theory/practical) under both:
    1. a) Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE): 40% weightage CIE includes written class tests, assignments, seminars, tutorials and/or laboratory assignments.
    2. b) End-semester Examination (ESE): 60% weightage Four ESE will be held, one at the end of each semester.

Course Duration:

15-17 weeks per semester with 20-26 classes of 1 hr duration per week.

Course Timings:

9:30 am to 4:00 pm, six days a week (1st and 3rd Saturdays are off days).

Career Options


Entrepreneur

Food Quality Analyst

Dietitians & Diet Counselor

Project Officer in NGOs

Academician

Fees & Scholarship


JDBI Scholarships

  • Merit based scholarship
  • Need based freeship

Other Government Scholarships

  • Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: A state-sponsored scholarship supporting meritorious students from economically weaker sections pursuing higher education in West Bengal.
  • WB Student Credit Card Scheme: A loan-linked financial assistance scheme enabling students to meet education-related expenses with easy repayment terms after completing their course.
  • Aikyashree Scholarship: A dedicated scholarship for students from minority communities in West Bengal, aimed at supporting their continued access to higher education.

PG DIPLOMA

The post-graduate Diploma in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition is designed to impart advanced knowledge and skills that is life oriented, career and community oriented. It has special relevance to the industry and hospital application with the help of field visits, survey, case studies and an 8-week mandatory hospital internship programme. The programme designed aims to develop capabilities and knowledge of the students in the field of healthcare and community service.

Program Highlights

The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to provide quality professional services in integrated nutrition and health science. Subjects include Human Nutrition, Sports & Exercise Nutrition, Food Commodities & Food Science, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Community Nutrition & Hospital Management along with versatile research centered projects

Career Options


  1. 1. Clinical Dietician
  2. 2. Nutrition Educator/Counsellor
  3. 3. Community Nutritionist
  4. 4. Corporate Wellness Consultant
  5. 5. Sports Nutritionist
  6. 6. Exercise Nutritionist/ Fitness Expert
  7. 7. Private Health & Wellness Coach
 

Fees & Scholarship


JDBI Scholarships

  • Merit based scholarship
  • Need based freeship

Other Government Scholarships

  • Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: A state-sponsored scholarship supporting meritorious students from economically weaker sections pursuing higher education in West Bengal.
  • WB Student Credit Card Scheme: A loan-linked financial assistance scheme enabling students to meet education-related expenses with easy repayment terms after completing their course.
  • Aikyashree Scholarship: A dedicated scholarship for students from minority communities in West Bengal, aimed at supporting their continued access to higher education.

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