Bachelor of Science in
Nutrition and Dietetics
About the Program
The four-year program in Nutrition and Dietetics combines general education and professional courses, emphasizing the art and scientific approach to understanding food science. Geared towards preparing students to excel in the profession of Nutritionist Dietician, the program adheres to the quality performance standards set by various clinical, food service, and community health institutions.
Program Educational Objectives
Three to five years after graduation, the graduates are expected to:
- Engage in lifelong learning and understanding of the need to keep abreast of the developments in the specific field of practice.
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino.
- Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
- Act in recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility.
Student Outcomes
By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall have the ability to:
- Promote the role of Nutrition and Dietetics for human well-being in relation to the needs, resources and potentials of individuals, groups, and families.
- Practice comprehensive nutritional care for the total wellness of individuals in a multidisciplinary and multi-cultural setting.
- Integrate nutrition concerns with local and national development efforts.
- Manage nutrition programs for individuals, groups, and institutions.
- Manage a foodservice unit in hospital or other settings.
- Implement an economically viable activity related to nutrition and dietetics.
- Design and/or conduct a scientific study on food, nutrition, and related topics.
- Uphold ethical standards of the profession.
- Engage in lifelong learning activities.