Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Faculty of Basic Sciences
The department is guided by the beacon of its vision and mission statements that are in allignment to the SBK Women’s University’s goals and mission.
Vision
Mission
To produce competent professionals in Human Nutrition and Dietetics with the necessary scientific knowledge, practical skills, critical thinking, ethical values, and leadership abilities to address nutritional challenges, promote health and well-being, and contribute effectively to community development and public health through evidence-based dietary practices and services.
Goals and Objectives
- To prepare students for diverse careers in clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, food service management, and community dietetics, with a solid foundation in the science of human nutrition.
- To contribute to societal well-being by producing competent professionals who can assess, plan, and implement nutrition interventions that improve health outcomes across populations.
- To develop a deep understanding of the role of nutrition in health and disease prevention, with the ability to translate scientific knowledge into practical dietary guidance and policy.
- To promote research in areas such as nutritional epidemiology, therapeutic diets, food safety, and sustainable food systems, fostering innovation that supports public health and well-being.
- To instill ethical values, cultural sensitivity, and lifelong learning among graduates, enabling them to serve as leaders in healthcare, education, research, and advocacy
Degree programs offered
- BS in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Eligibility Criteria
- Students of F.Sc (Pre-Medical) or A level with Biology and securing at least 60% marks or equivalent are eligible.
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Scheme of Program Study (BS)
| Total Credit Hours | Total Semesters | Duration |
|---|---|---|
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137 |
8 |
4 Years |
First Semester
Course No. | Title of Course | Credit Hours |
HND | Fundamentals of Human Nutrition | 3(3-0) FC |
FST | Essentials of Food Science & Technology | 3(2-1) FC |
Bio/ Math | Mathematics OR Essentials of Biology | 3(3-0) GC 3(2-1) GC |
Eng | English-I | 3(3-0) CC |
Biochem | Introductory Biochemistry | 3(2-1) GC |
SSH | Pakistan Studies | 2(2-0) CC |
|
| 17 (15-2) |
Second Semester
Course No. | Title of Course | Credit Hours |
HND | Macronutrients in Human Nutrition | 3(3-0) FC |
Eng | English-II | 3(3-0) CC |
SSH | Islamic Studies/Ethics | 2(2-0) CC |
Anatomy | Human Anatomy | 3(2-1) FC |
Physio | Human Physiology-I | 3(2-1) FC |
Sociology | Fundamentals of Sociology | 3(3-0) GC |
|
| 17 (14-3) |
Third Semester
Course No. | Title of Course | Credit Hours |
HND | Micronutrients in Human Nutrition | 3(3-0) FC |
Physio | Human Physiology-II | 3(2-1) FC |
Eng | English-III | 3(3-0) CC |
PBG/ABG | Introductory Molecular Genetics | 3(2-1) GC |
FST | Food Microbiology | 3(2-1) GC |
FST | Food Safety and Quality Management | 2(2-0) GC |
|
| 17 (14-3) |
Forth Semester
Course No. | Title of Course | Credit Hours |
Stat | Bio-Statistics | 3(2-1) CC |
CS | Computer Science and Information Technology | 3(2-1) CC |
HND | Assessment of Nutritional Status | 3(2-1) MC |
HND | Nutrition Through the Life Cycle | 3(3-0) FC |
Path | General Pathology | 3(2-1) FC |
FST | Food Analysis | 3(1-2) FC |
|
| 18 (12-6) |
Fifth Semester
Course No. | Title of Course | Credit Hours |
HND | Dietetics-I | 3(2-1) MC |
HND | Nutrition and Psychology | 3(3-0) MC |
HND | Nutritional Education and Awareness | 3(2-1) MC |
HND | Meal Planning and Management | 3(2-1) MC |
HND | Public Health Nutrition | 3(2-1) MC |
FST | Food and Drug Laws | 2(2-0) MC |
|
| 17 (13-4) |
Sixth Semester
Course No. | Title of Course | Credit Hours |
HND | Dietetics-II | 3(2-1) MC |
HND | Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals | 3(3-0) MC |
Sociology/HND | Nutrition Through Social Protection | 2(2-0) GC |
HND | Sports Nutrition | 3(2-1) MC |
HND | Infant and Young Child Feeding | 3(2-1) GC |
Biochem | Clinical Biochemistry | 3(1-2) GC |
|
| 17 (13-4) |
Seventh Semester
Course No. | Title of Course | Credit Hours |
HND | Dietetics-III | 3(2-1) MC |
HND | Global Food Issues | 3(3-0) MC |
HND | Research Methods in Nutrition | 3(3-0) MC |
HND | Nutritional Practices in Clinical Care | 3(2-1) MC |
|
| 12 (10-2) |
Elective Courses (2 courses equal to 5 credit hours) | ||
Elective | Nutritional Immunology | 3(3-0) EC |
Elective | Drug-Nutrient Interactions | 2(2-0) EC |
Elective | Food Chemistry | 2(2-0) EC |
Elective | Preventive Nutrition | 3(3-0) EC |
Elective | Nutrition in Emergencies | 3(3-0) EC |
Eight Semester
Course No. | Title of Course | Credit Hours |
HND | Internship/Project | 6(0-6) MC |
HND | Nutrition Policies and Programs | 3(3-0) MC |
HND | Food Service Management | 3(3-0) MC |
|
| 12 (6-6) |
Elective Courses (2 courses equal to 5 credit hours) | ||
Elective | Food Toxins & Allergens | 3(3-0) EC |
Elective | Nutritional Deficiency Disorders | 3(3-0) EC |
Elective | Food Supplements | 2(2-0) EC |
Elective | Metabolism of Nutrients | 2(2-0) EC |
Elective | Nutrition Epidemiology | 2(2-0) EC |
|
| 5(5-0)/5(4-1) |
Scheme of Program Study
Faculty Profile
S.No | Name | Designation | Qualification | |
1 | Prof. Dr Sabeena Rizwan | Chair person | Ph.D. in Biochemistry | sabeena.rizwan@sbkwu.edu.pk |
2 | Imdadullah | Nutritionist (PKNC) | M.Sc Hons in HND | imdadullah196@gmail.com |
3 | Mahmood khan | Research Associate(PKNC) | M.Sc Hons in Food science and technology | mahmoodk1326@gmail.com |
4 | Anam Naseer | Lab Technician | M.Sc in Analytical chemistry | anamahmed047@gmail.com |
5 | Abdul Haq | Student Fellowship | M.Phil Nutrition and Toxicology | drahmarri777@gmai.com |
6 | Ruqaiya Akbar | Student fellowship | M.Phil Nutrition and Toxicology | ruqiaakbar19@gmail.com |
| S.No | Name | Designation | Joining Date | Status | Area of specialization | Email Address |
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1 |
Dr. Gul Ghutai |
Assistant Professor |
Nov 2009 |
On job |
Islamic banking & Finance |
gulghutai@www.sbkwu.edu.pk |
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2 |
Hira Irshad |
Lecturer |
2010 |
Ph.D study leave |
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3 |
Nadia Irshad |
Lecturer |
2010 |
Ph.D study leave |
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4 |
Dr. Tayyabah Safdar |
Assistant Professor |
9th , July 2012 |
On Job |
Organization behavior |
tayybah_safdar@yahoo.com
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5 |
Ms. Asma Azhar |
Assistant Professor |
9th , July 2012 |
On Job |
Entrepreneurship |
Saaj5@hotmail.com
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6 |
Ms. Humera Abdul Hakeem |
Assistant Professor |
9th , July 2012 |
On Job |
Marketing |
Humerabdul@hotmail.com |
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7 |
Ms. Uzma Jafar |
Lecturer |
9th , July 2012 |
On Job |
Human resource management |
ujafar4@gmail.com |
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