Can I become a nutritionist after B.Sc in zoology? If yes, what is its scope in Kerala?

manpreet Best Answer 2 years ago

Some of the well known PG courses available in India are- M.Sc in clinical nutrition, M.Sc in food science, M.Sc in public health nutrition, M.Sc in food, nutrition and dietetics, PG Diploma in therapeutic nutrition, PG Diploma in sports science and nutrition, PG Diploma in food science and nutrition. Course duration: M.Sc course lasts for a period of 2 years. PG Diploma course lasts for a period of 1 year. Eligibility criteria: Must possess relevant Bachelor's degree from a recognized university/institute. The minimum aggregate required could be around 50-55% (or equivalent grade). Further studies: After Master's degree or PG Diploma course, you may go for further advanced (relevant) programs like M.Phil. and Ph.D. Career prospects and job opportunities: Diverse job opportunities exist in front of nutritionists and dieticians in India. Both government and private sector job opportunities are available in front of them. Nutritionists or dietitians may build a career in the following sectors- R&D (Research and Development), Healthcare sector (hospitals, clinics, health centres etc), Government schemes and organizations, NGOs, Teaching and Education sector. To build a career in the R&D sector, qualifications like M.Phil. and Ph.D will be of use. M.Sc, M.Phil and Ph.D qualifications will also enable one to take up the job post of a lecturer or instructor. Nutrition and Dietician courses: Who is a nutritionist or dietician? What are his/her tasks? Whats this field all about? Whats the job profile like? You will find answers to these questions in the following paragraphs. Nutrition and dietetics: An introduction In simple terms, a nutritionist is a person who advises on matters of food and nutrition impacts on health. Based on the candidate's qualification, he/she may work as nutrition scientist, public health nutritionist, dietician nutritionist, clinical nutritionist or sports nutritionist.