MSc Nutrition & Dietetics

MScPostgraduateApplied Sciences

About This Programme

A two-year MSc in nutrition and dietetics with a DHA-license pathway (after a 6-month clinical rotation) plus Food Safety and HACCP certifications.

What You'll Study

Study mode: Full-Time.

Semester 1

  • Principles of Food Science
  • Principles of Nutrition
  • Nutritional Biochemistry and Immunology
  • Human Physiology
  • Food Preservation and microbiology
  • Food Science & Nutrition (Practical)
  • Nutritional Biochemistry and Immunology (Practical)
  • Food Preservation and Microbiology (Practical)

Semester 2

  • Vitamins in Human Nutrition
  • Minerals in Human Nutrition
  • Functional Food and Nutraceuticals
  • Life Span and Community Nutrition
  • Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics – I
  • Food Analysis & Product Development (Practical)
  • Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics – I (Practical)

Semester 3

  • Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics – II
  • Food Safety and Quality control
  • Therapeutic Diet
  • Food Service Management
  • Nutrition Counselling
  • Research Methodology & Food Informatics
  • Clinical Nutirition and Dietetics-II (Practical)
  • Food Safety and Quality Control (Practical)

Semester 4

  • Internship in Nutrition and Dietetics / Case Study Presentation
  • Research Project Work - Report Writing and Presentation of Project Seminar

Careers

Graduates can work in hospitals, wellness centers, food industries, research institutions, public health organizations, and fitness or lifestyle sectors across the UAE.

Programme Details

Start Date

September 2026

Duration

2 years

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Applied Sciences

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Nutrition & dietetics

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 45,675/yr

Application deadline: 25 August 2026.

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