Overview
PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics is a research doctorate in nutrition and dietetics. It prepares researchers, academics and senior specialists. The field covers using food and diet to prevent and treat disease.
Course Details
- Level: Doctoral
- Duration: 3-5 years
Eligibility
A relevant master's degree (M.Sc Nutrition or equivalent) with the marks required by the university, usually with an entrance test and interview.
Admission
Admission is through university PhD entrance tests and interviews, or national fellowship schemes, and varies by institution.
Registration & Recognition
Allied and healthcare professions are being brought under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) under the NCAHP Act, 2021. Registration with the state allied and healthcare council is being implemented in stages, so check the current rules for your state.
What You Will Learn
The course covers human nutrition, biochemistry, clinical nutrition and dietetics, food science, community nutrition and diet therapy, with a clinical internship.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include hospitals, wellness and sports centres, public-health programmes and the food industry.
Career Options
Graduates can work as Clinical Dietitian, Nutritionist, Community Nutrition Officer and Food Service Manager. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to post-doctoral research, faculty positions and senior specialist or leadership roles.