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COURSE FACT

STUDY LEVEL PROGRAM DURATION CREDITS HOURS

Post Graduate

6 Semesters (3 Years)

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Eligibility Criteria

18 years of education/MS/MPhil in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, or an equivalent degree from a HEC-recognized university with a minimum 3.00/4.00 CGPA is required. GRE/HAT (General)/GIU entry test, with a passing score of 60% and interview is mandatory.

PhD in Nutrition & Dietetics


Objectives

Doctor of Philosophy in Nutrition and Dietetics (PhD ND) at Green International University, Lahore, is an advanced research-driven program designed to develop leaders and innovators in the field of nutrition and dietetics. This program emphasizes original research, critical analysis, and the application of advanced nutritional theories to solve complex health issues. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and a focus on public health, students are prepared to make groundbreaking contributions to the scientific community and influence nutrition policies at the national and international levels. Graduates of this program will be equipped to take on prominent roles in academia, research institutions, and high-level policy-making bodies, both in Pakistan and globally.

Graduates of the PhD Nutrition and Dietetics will be equipped to:

  1. Research Leadership: Conduct pioneering research that advances the field of nutrition and dietetics.
  2. Advanced Knowledge Application: Apply and develop advanced nutritional theories and practices to address global health challenges.
  3. Policy Influence: Lead in the development and implementation of nutrition-related policies at national and international levels.
  4. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Engage in interdisciplinary research and practice to innovate and solve complex nutritional problems.
  5. Ethical Scholarship: Uphold the highest ethical standards in research and professional practice.

CAREERS PROSPECTS:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Academia
  3. Public Health Nutrition Leader
  4. Nutrition Policy Advisor
  5. Director of Nutrition Programs
  6. Senior Consultant in Nutrition and Dietetics
  7. International Health Organization Leader

Role and Scope

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semesters and courses

Semester I

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
PhND-8101 Recent Advances in Food and Nutrition 3(3+0)
PhND-8102 Life Cycle Nutrition 3(3+0)
PhND-8103 Seminar-1 1(1+0)
PhND-08104 Literature Survey and Technical Writing 3(3+0)
  Total Credit Hours 10(10+0)

Semester II

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
PhND-8105 Public Health and Nutrition 3(3+0)
PhND-8106 Seminar-II 1(1+0)
PhND-8107 Special Project 1(1+0)
PhND-8108 Statistical Methods for Research-II 3(3+0)
  Total Credit Hours 8(9+0)

 

Semester-III to Semester-VI

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
PhND-8301 Research Thesis 30(0+30)
  Total Credit Hours 30(0+30)

 

     Total Credit Hours: 48

 

Courses Breakup

101 Recent Advances in Food and Nutrition 3(3+0)
102 Life Cycle Nutrition 3(3+0)
103 Seminar-1 (Compulsory) 1(1+0)
104 Literature Survey and Technical Writing 3(3+0)
105 Public Health and Nutrition 3(3+0)
106 Seminar-II 1(1+0)
107 Special Project 1(1+0)
108 Statistical Methods for Research-II 3(3+0)
3- Research Thesis    
301 Research Thesis 30(0+30)

Summary

Sr. No Course Details No. of Courses Credit Hours
1 Core Courses 8 18
3 Research Thesis 1 30
  Total degree credit hours   48
  Total Credit Hours of (Short degree name):   48