MSc Food and Nutrition (Master of Science in Food and Nutrition)
The course focuses on the advanced application of various techniques and activities in research, preserving, processing, production, labeling, quality check and assurance, manufacturing and distribution of food and its byproducts. It is an interdisciplinary subject that involves engineering, food science, hotel management, home science, biology, sanitation and hygiene, food analysis adulteration and testing and food toxicology. It includes modules related to quality management, transformation of raw resources to useful products, research and development, preserving, manufacture and production, adding flavor and color, drying, decaffeination and self-cooking food. Candidates will have diverse knowledge about the characteristics, features, properties and applications of food engineering and technology after successful completion of the course. Skills like analytical reasoning, research planning, decision-making, drawing and presentation are enhanced through various seminars, lectures, practical sessions and workshops included in this course.
class Major Courses
Course 1: MSc Food Science & Nutrition
Course 2: MSc Food Science and Technology
Course 3: MSc Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Course 4: M.Voc Food Processing and Nutraceuticals
MSc Food and Nutrition course details
| Duration | 2 years |
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| Level | Master Programme |
| Mode of Admission | Merit /Management |
| Eligibility | A pass in Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition / Food Technology / Food Science and Quality Control /Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics of Composite / General Home Science / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Chemistry / Microbiology / Agriculture Dairy or Fisheries or any other Allied Science subjects under life sciences, M.B.B.S., B.Pharm graduates with at least 50% marks in B.Sc. in aggregate and equivalent CGPA from a recognised University. |
| Fee Detail | Merit Quota: Rs. 30,000 to Rs 50,000 per annum Management Quota: Rs. 55,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 per annum |
| Admission Process |
Merit- College will be inviting the Application, Interested candidates can apply once the applications are open. |
List of Top MSc Food and Nutrition Colleges in Bangalore
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Mount Carmel College (MCC)
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Course name: MSc Food Science & Nutrition
Affiliations: Bangalore University
Eligibility: B.Sc Home Science or Family and Community Sciences/Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics/Food Science and Quality Control/ Nutrition and Dietetics/B.Sc with Human Nutrition/Applied Nutrition/Food Science and Nutrition/ Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics/ Food Science and Quality Control with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized board or institution.
Duration: 2 years, Full Time, Post graduate Programme
Campus Location: Mount Carmel College # 58, Palace Road, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560052
Distance:
Mount Carmel College is located on Palace Road, Bangalore. Bangalore, the Silicon Valley or the Garden City as it is rightly known, has been the hub for students seeking to pursue academics. The city's connectivity via a well developed road, air and rail transport system makes it convenient for students to travel.
Distance from Airport is 32.3km
Distance from Majestic(Central Railway Station(SBC)) is 4.4 km -
Padmashree Institute of Management and Sciences
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Course 1: MSc Food Science & Nutrition
Course 2: MSc Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Course 3: MVoc Food Processing and Nutraceuticals
Affiliations:
Bangalore University
Eligibility: Candidates who have passed the three-year Bachelor’s degree (in Biotechnology/Biology/Botany/Microbiology/Zoology/Biochemistry/Food Science/Food Nutrition/Home Science/Life Sciences) examination of Bangalore University or any other University considered as equivalent thereto, with the respective subject as optional / major / special / main subject, are eligible for admission to the programmes provided they have secured a minimum of 40% marks in the aggregate of all subjects and 50% (45% for SC/ST/Category-I candidates) marks in the cognate subject.
Duration: 2 years, Full Time, Post graduate Programme
Campus Location: Padmashree Campus Sy. No. 149, Kommaghatta Sulikere Post, Kengeri Bangalore 560060
Distance:
The college is well connected to Air, Bus and Railways
The distance from Kempegowda international Airport is 58 km
The distance from Bangalore Central Railway Station(SBC/Majestic) is 2.5 km -
St.Joseph's College(AUTONOMOUS)
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Course name: MSc Food Science and Technology
Affiliations: Bangalore University
Eligibility: A pass in B.Sc./ B.Sc. (Hons.) in any Life Science subject and Biochemistry/Chemistry as one of the General Subject at UG Level; / B.Sc. Hons. In Chemistry/ Biochemistry or its equiv./ Bachelor in Agricultural Science/ Food Technology, B.Tech in Biotechnology, M.B.B.S. , B. Pharm with at least 50% marks in aggregate or equivalent CGPA from a recognised University
Duration: 2 Years,Full Time, Post Graduation Programme
Campus Location: 36, Langford Rd, Bheemanna Garden, Langford Gardens, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560027
Distance:
The college is well connected with Airport, Railways & Bus
Distance from Railway Station : 7 kms
Distance from Airport : 39.2 kms -
MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences - Bangalore
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Course name: MSc Food Science and Technology
Affiliations:
MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Private University
Eligibility: A pass in Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition / Food Technology / Food Science and Quality Control /Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics of Composite / General Home Science / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Chemistry / Microbiology / Agriculture Dairy or Fisheries or any other Allied Science subjects under life sciences, M.B.B.S., B.Pharm graduates with at least 50% marks in B.Sc. in aggregate and equivalent CGPA from a recognized University.
Duration: 2 Years, Full Time , Post Graduate Programme
Campus Location: University House, Gnanagangothri Campus New BEL Road, M S R Nagar, Bangalore Karnataka, INDIA - 560 054.
Distance:
- The University is well connected with Airport, Railways station and Bus station
- Distance from Kempegowda International Airport: 30.2kms
- Distance from City Bus stand: 7.1kms
List of MSc Food And Nutrition colleges
Syllabus of MSc Food and Nutrition
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| Year II | Semester III |
Elective Courses -1
Elective Courses - 2
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Career Scope of MSc Food and Nutrition
Career opportunities are available in public and private agrochemical companies, colleges and universities, research and development firms, testing laboratories, restaurants, catering establishments, hospitals and food processing companies. Potential career roles:
- Assistant Professor/Teacher/ Lecturer
- Scientific Officer
- Food Technologist
- Analytical Chemist
- Home Economist
- Research Scientist
- Production Manager, Assistant
- Food and Beverage Storekeeper
- Dietician and Nutritionist
- Food Microbiologist
- Food Standards Officer
Placements for MSc Food and Nutrition
Popular Recruiters:
- Schools/Colleges
- Research Institutions
- MTR Foods Limited
- Amul
- Dabur India Limited
- Godrej Industrial Limited
- PepsiCo India Holdings
- Britannia Industries Limited
- Nestle India Private Limited
- ITC Limited
- Agro Tech Foods
- Parle Products Private Limited
- Hindustan Lever Limited
- Cadbury India Limited
- Perfetti India Limited
- Gits Food Products Private Limited
- Coca-Cola India Limited
question_answer FAQ's for MSc Food and Nutrition Admissions
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Which are the best colleges for Msc. Food & Nutrition in Bangalore?
The list of top Msc./ MVoc Food & Nutrition colleges in Bangalore is given above. Candidates can choose from the list according to their budget and qualifying marks. -
How to get direct admission for Msc. Food & Nutrition in Bangalore?
Most of the colleges in Bangalore offer NRI/management quota seats and the students can contact the respective college managements for getting admission. -
What is the eligibility for Msc. Food & Nutrition in Bangalore?
Bachelor's degree in food science or equivalent. -
What is the job Prospect of Msc. Food & Nutrition?
Excellent opportunities are available in Food Processing and Nutraceutical industry in India and abroad at product research/innovation/development/quality control etc.
The specific areas of operation are:- Consultant Dietitians & Nutritionists at nursing homes, medical centres and fitness/tourism programmes
- Specialized Nutritionists in fields such as Renal Nutrition, Cardio-Nutrition, Endocrine Nutrition, Critical Care Nutrition etc..
- Independent advisors to industry
- Patient nutritionists developing dietary plans, providing patient counseling, and monitoring patient progress.
