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Introduction
Public Health Nutrition focused on the whole population, addressing nutritional challenges at a broader level. It aims to create policies, educational programs, and interventions that improve public health outcomes on a larger scale. Graduates will work on addressing malnutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, and obesity through public health initiatives. The program will contribute to improving dietary behaviors, preventing diet-related diseases, and reducing healthcare costs. By producing skilled public health nutritionists, Pakistan can improve its health indicators, align with global nutrition strategies, and enhance its food security and safety measures. Graduates can support food industries, government programs, and international agencies, ultimately contributing to Pakistan’s economic growth
Mission and Vision
The BS Public Health Nutrition program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for improving population health through evidence-based nutrition interventions, policy development, and community engagement programs. The program is deeply rooted in the principles of public health, and human nutrition, and will foster critical thinking, cultural competence, and leadership skills for addressing issues such as food insecurity, malnutrition, and diet-associated non-communicable diseases, disorders, and syndromes at community level. Graduates will be well-equipped to work in diverse professional settings, such as government agencies, non-profit organizations, healthcare institutions, and research institutes, and contribute to the development of sustainable and equitable nutrition solutions
Program Objective
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of public health, including epidemiology, biostatistics, health promotion, and disease prevention.
Evaluate the role of nutrients in human health and their impact on growth, development, and disease prevention using evidence-based approaches across diverse populations
Analyze food production, distribution, policies, and access to ensure food security and sustainable nutrition
Compare and contrast public health nutrition regulations across local, national, and global levels, identifying gaps, overlaps, and areas for improvement.
Program Education Objectives
Integrate epidemiological, behavioral, and environmental approaches to prevent and manage nutrition-related public health challenges
Apply evidence-based nutrition science to assess, develop, and implement nutrition programs aimed at improving public health
Analyze social determinants of health and advocate for policies that promote equitable access to nutritious food and health resources
Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, and evaluate community-based nutrition interventions tailored to diverse populations
Demonstrate ethical and professional leadership by upholding public health standards, exhibiting cultural competence, and communicating effectively with various audiences
Utilize quantitative and qualitative research methods to collect, analyze, and interpret data for informed decision-making in public health nutrition
Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to pursue careers in public health nutrition or advance to graduate education in related fields
Program Learning Outcomes
At the end of the program,
Integrate nutrition principles in relation to public health, and its management.
Explain the role of nutrients in human health and their impact on growth, development, and disease prevention.
Analyze food production, distribution, policies, and access to ensure food security and sustainable nutrition.
Develop policies, strategies and regulations related to public health nutrition at local, national, and global levels to improve social and community health.
Evaluate the effectiveness of community-based nutrition programs and interventions using evidence-based methodologies to improve population health.
Administer importance of leadership and advocacy skills by collaborating with stakeholders that promote equitable access to nutrition and health resources.
Program Summary
Duration:04years
Credit Hours: 137
Admission Requirements
A prospective applicant to an Undergraduate Program must have
- HSSC (Pre-Medical and Pre-Engineering) with at least 50% marks.
- A-Level with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics.
- No third division in Matric.
- UMT Admission Test with at least 50% marks.
- Required from IBCC for O-Level, A-Level (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics), or other disciplines.
- Any other criteria specified by the Department or regulatory body.