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Bachelor of
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The Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) is a 4-year programme focused on clinical nutrition, dietetics, and food sciences. It provides a strong foundation in human nutrition, biochemistry, and therapeutic diet planning, with an emphasis on health and disease management.

Students gain hands-on training and clinical exposure through hospitals and community programmes, along with research and internship experience. The programme prepares graduates for roles in clinical nutrition, wellness, public health, and the food industry.

Programme Highlights

At Apollo AHA, the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) programme is designed to blend academic knowledge with practical clinical laboratory training. Here is what makes this programme a transformative experience for aspiring laboratory professionals.

Advanced Diagnostics

4-year honours programme focusing on clinical nutrition and dietetics.

Clinical Readiness

Strong foundation in human nutrition, biochemistry and food sciences.

Workforce-Aligned

Practical training in nutritional assessment, diet planning and counselling.

Professional Growth

Clinical exposure in hospitals and community nutrition programmes.

PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES

To establish a solid understanding of the concepts of biomedical, visual science, ocular anatomy and optics.
To provide both technical and clinical skill competency associated with the complete eye examinations, vision assessments and optical dispensing.
To offer experiential training to students about the diagnosis and management of refractive errors, ocular conditions and low vision management.
To cultivate professional ethics, critical thinking and communication skills in patient-centred environments, specifically blood disease cure.
To prepare students to appropriately act in clinical situations using modern tools and ophthalmic technology.

COURSE STRUCTURE

The Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) curriculum is structured over five years to provide comprehensive knowledge of vision science, clinical diagnostics and ophthalmic practice, culminating in a full-year clinical laboratory internship.

YEAR 1
Basics of Nutrition, Biochemistry, Human Physiology, Food Science.
YEAR 2
Nutritional Biochemistry, Community Nutrition, Dietetics.
YEAR 3
Clinical Nutrition, Therapeutic Dietetics, Research Methods.
YEAR 4
Internship, Advanced Practice and Project work.
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

  • Applicants must have completed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as main subjects with at least 50% marks.
  • Students with a PCM background and Biology as a supplementary subject are also eligible.

PROGRAMME FEE

The tuition fee for the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) programme is 2.5 lakh per annum.

SCHOLARSHIP

Career Opportunities

Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) graduates are equipped for dynamic careers in hospitals, eye care clinics, optical retail and research. With strong clinical training and academic depth, they are well-prepared to serve patients across all segments of vision care.

Hospitals

Clinical Dietitian, Nutritionist.

₹3.5–5 LPA
Eye Care Clinics

Roles in hospitals, wellness centres and public health programmes.

₹3–5 LPA
Optical Retail Chains

Opportunities in food and nutrition industry, NGOs and research institutions.

₹3.5–5 LPA
Research & Academics

Career pathways in higher education and research.

₹4–6.5 LPA

Frequently Asked Questions

Applicants must have completed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as required subjects and a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognised board. Students with a PCM background who take Biology as a supplementary course are also eligible.
The Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) is a 5-year degree programme.
The total fee of a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) programme is 2.5 LPA per annum.
At Apollo AHA, we have a dedicated Career Development Cell that provides complete placement assistance, such as resume building, interview preparation and hospital networking opportunities. We conduct recruitment drives with various employers visiting the campus.
Fees are payable semester-wise. The first instalment is due at the time of admission to the programme and subsequent payments are due at the beginning of each semester. Apollo AHA also offers flexible payment options, including semester-wise, annual or one-time full payment.
Yes, Apollo Allied Health Academy provides merit-based scholarships worth up to 25% of tuition for ideal applicants. In addition, partner banks offer need-based financial help and student loans. Students from low-income backgrounds may be eligible for special scholarships through our Inclusive Education Initiative.
Students can pursue a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours), M.Sc. in Vision Science or specialisations in contact lens technology, low vision rehabilitation or pursue research and academic roles.
Yes, Nutrition and Dietetics is a globally recognised profession. With further certification or licensing exams, many graduates work abroad in countries like the UAE, Australia, the UK and Canada.

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