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Dietetics is the science of managing food and nutrition to promote health. A relatively new profession, this field has gained importance with the realisation that inappropriate eating habits can lead to many major diseases and that quality of life depends on the quality of food we eat.Dieticians or nutritionists help to promote good health through corrective eating habits, thus improving the quality of life. They assist people in planning meals depending upon their age, sickness or work routine, counsel and educate them about healthy eating- selection and preparation of food items according to the principles of nutrition and evaluate and make changes in their clients diet periodically.Dietitians promote nutritious eating habits through education and research, as well as through overseeing the selection and preparation of food services for many different institutions and groups. They fix nutritional regimens for patients in a hospital, athletes in physical training camps, mountaineers on an expedition and so on. They do research on nutritive value of food which help to understand the various components of food we eat and the right type of food which provides a balanced mix of the essentials like vitamins, minerals etc needed for the human body. They study the digestive process, the various reactions of food stuffs in the body and find out what is harmful and thus help to prevent diseases through a proper diet program. Some of them specialize in areas such as obesity, pediatrics or diabetes. They form a vital part of the health team.Organisations involved in food product manufacture use the services of the nutritionist or dietician to plan and research new products. The nutritionists also has excellent prospects in the mass media where top of priority is given to disseminating vital information on healthy living .They could find employment in hospitals, research labs of food manufacturers, catering departments of star hotels, health departments and recreation clubs, teach the science of nutrition and dietetics in colleges and universities. They can also work as consultants or do private practice.The trends today show a increasing interest in health and fitness. So future prospects in this women dominated field are bright.Home Science and Nutrition and Dietectics courses find employment opportunities in Hospitals as Dieticians/Nutritionists and in Star Hotels/Restaurants.

Post Graduate Diploma in Management
2 Years, Full Time, Post Graduate Diploma
AICTE Approved, (Autonomous Program)
Accreditation: Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
Fees: INR 273000
Seats: Total - 300
Eligibility Criteria:
Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3) or equivalent from a recognized university in any discipline. Candidates studying in their final year can also apply.
We accept CAT, CMAT, XAT, MAT and other recognised Entrance Exam Scores.
Admission Procedure:
After verification of the submitted application forms, Candidates shall be called for the Preliminary Interview. The shortlisting of the candidates in the Preliminary Interview will be based on academic performance, versatility in extra-curricular activities, relevant work experience and performance in the interview.
Candidates who clear the first round shall be called for the final interview on the day or on a later date. It shall comprise of Group Discussion and final Interview. The candidates qualifying the final round shall be informed individually by post, email or through website.
Locations for the interview process will be announced in the due course of time.
The candidates selected for the Admission has to submit attested copies of the following documents along with the prescribed fee at the time of admission:
Mark Sheet of Degree examination.
Matriculation Certificate.
Medical Fitness Certificate.
Residence Proof.

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If you mean Nanyang Technological University (NTU)- Singapore, then please browse through the link mentioned below to get detailed information regarding various course offered, eligibility criteria and admission process in this university.
Link: http://sce.ntu.edu.sg/CurrentStudents/Graduate/Pages/msc-research.aspx
If you mean National university of Singapore (NUS), then please browse through the link mentioned below to get detailed information regarding various course offered, eligibility criteria and admission process in this university.
Link: http://www.nus.edu.sg/admissions/graduate-studies/coursework-programmes.php
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