Food Science and Nutrition (FSN)

B.Sc  in FOOD SCIENCE AND NURITION

PROGRAM OUTCOME

• To equip with the requisite knowledge and skills to become self-reliant to face the challenges of life.
• To develop Professional Skills in Food Science & Nutrition, Human Development, Textile Science & Apparel Design, Resource Management (Hospitality Management) for social and economic empowerment.
• To provide training and quality education for Entrepreneurship Development.
• To build linkages with NGOs, Government, and Academic Institutions to enhance or enrich employment opportunities.
• To develop a sense of social responsibility through participation in community outreach programs.
• To focus on the multi-disciplinary perspective by integrating science, social science, and technology for improvement in the quality of life.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOME

After successful completion of a three-year degree program in food science and nutrition a student should be able to:

• Demonstrate, solve, and understanding of major concepts in nutrient calculations and Meal planning.
• Solve the problem and also think methodically, independently and draw a logical conclusion in areas of food science, food preservation, and food safety.
• Employ critical thinking and scientific knowledge to design, carry out, record, and analyze the diet plans
• Create an awareness of the impact of health and nutrition on an individual and society. To reach out through participation in community outreach programs.
• Find out various ways of entrepreneurship development.
• To inculcate scientific temperament in the students through projects and surveys.
• Learn newer techniques and handling of equipment in the area of food science and nutrition.

COURSE FEE

UNIQUE FEATURES

• The department offers two specializations at the undergraduate level and also a post-graduate diploma in sports science fitness and nutrition.
• Visits and tours organized.
• Observing Nutrition week, Breast Feeding Week, Women’s day and World Food day.
• Alumnae Interaction as Resource persons, for better placements, as career counselors, etc. ,
• A number of awards received by students for paper and poster presentations.

INTERNSHIP PLACEMENTS

• Parle Products Pvt. Ltd.
• Goodday Foods Pvt. Ltd.
• Tajstats Air catering Pvt. Ltd.
• Pepsico India Holding Pvt.
• Shangrilla Food Products
• Food Boutique
• Mahanand Dairy Goregoan
• CIPLA, Vikhroli
• Shivaji Roller Flour Mill Pvt.Ltd., Airoli
• Britannia (Shangrilla) Ltd., Bhandup
• ChhotaSion Hospital (LTMG Hospital Extension wing)
• Avighna Foods & Beverages Pvt. Ltd.
• Microchem Pvt. Ltd.
• K11 Fitness Academy
• Masina Hospital Byculla
• Kohinoor Hospital Kurla
• D.Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre
• Raheja Hospital
• Godrej Hospital, Vikhroli(E)
• Mumbai Port Trust Hospital, Wadala
• Hiranandani Hospital, Powai
• Fortis Hospital, Vashi

FUTURE PROSPECTS

Diploma

• sports science and fitness nutrition
• Food processing and technology
• Community nutrition and public health
• Food sanitation and hygiene
• Food analysts and training

Masters in:

• Food Science And Nutrition
• Sports Science And Nutrition
• Food  Processing And Applications
• Clinical Nutrition And Dietetics
• Public health And Nutrition

Higher Education:

• M.Phil in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Ph.D. in Food Science And Nutrition

Careers:

• Self-Employment
• Food Analyst, Product Manager, Demonstrator, Market Researcher – Food Industries, Nutritionist, Health and Nutritional       Educator-Community / Child Welfare
• Dietitian, Health Club Supervisor- Hospitals, Food Service Institutions, School / College
• Nutritional Consultants / Caterers

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