Healthcare & Life Sciences

Nutritionist / Dietitian

Advises on diet and nutrition for health and clinical conditions.

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What this career is

Dietetics applies nutrition science to individuals and groups, including clinical dietary management within healthcare settings.

Typical education pathway
B.Sc. in Nutrition or Dietetics, commonly with postgraduate study

What professionals typically do

  • Assess dietary intake and nutritional status
  • Plan diets for health conditions or goals
  • Counsel individuals and families
  • Work with clinical teams in hospitals

Typical education pathways

  • Class 12 with Biology or Home Science, then B.Sc. in Nutrition, Dietetics or Food Science
  • M.Sc. in Dietetics with internship for clinical practice

Important skills

Nutrition science · Assessment · Counselling · Planning

Suitable student interests

Biology and health · Counselling · Food science

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