A health-focused and science-based degree designed for students interested in nutrition, food science, and healthcare. This program covers human nutrition, diet therapy, clinical practice, food service management, and public health. Students learn how to design dietary plans, manage nutritional care, and promote healthy eating habits for individuals and communities.

Many students choose Dietetics because:

• Passion for health, food, and wellness.
• Opportunities to work in hospitals, clinics, and community health.
• Strong career demand with increasing focus on nutrition and lifestyle diseases.
  

Some students do not choose Dietetics because:

• Requires detailed knowledge of biochemistry, physiology, and medical sciences.
• Clinical placements can be demanding and time-intensive.
• Career roles may require professional accreditation or licensing.
  

Lifestyle During Study:

• Lab work, clinical training, and food service projects.
• Courses in medical nutrition therapy, food safety, diet planning, and community nutrition.
  

After Graduation:

• Work in hospitals, healthcare facilities, food industries, or government agencies.
• Roles in clinical dietetics, food service management, or health promotion.
  

What is Hard:

Applying medical nutrition therapy to complex patient cases and keeping up with evolving dietary guidelines.

What is Easy:

Encouraging healthy eating habits if you are passionate about nutrition and wellness.

Fun Fact:

“Dietetics blends food and science to turn meals into medicine.”

This field is for you if you like:

• Nutrition and healthy eating
• Medical and health sciences
• Helping people improve their lifestyle
• Food service management
• Public health and wellness promotion
• Clinical practice and patient care
• Scientific research and analysis
• Counselling and communication
• Biochemistry and physiology
• Preventing and managing chronic diseases
  

Career Opportunities:

• Clinical Dietitian
• Community Nutritionist
• Food Service Manager
• Public Health Dietitian
• Research Nutritionist
• Sports Nutritionist
• Corporate Wellness Consultant
• Pediatric or Geriatric Dietitian
• Policy and Program Officer (Nutrition)
• Health Educator
  

Relevant Certifications to consider:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or equivalent accreditation
• Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS)
• Food Safety and HACCP Certification
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in Dietetics