There is a growing demand in India and abroad for trained post graduates in the field of clinical nutrition and dietetics for positions in the health care centers, local government, food industries and research and development. Countries all over the world recognize the important role nutrition in improving health and preventing disease and have prioritized nutrition and diet within their national health plans.
The Masters in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics is designed for students with a bachelor’s degree, in nutrition who want to embark on a career as a registered dietitian.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has not appointed any Agent or Third-Party Client for securing admission in any programme. Students are hereby requested to contact only the toll-free number on our website for any admission related queries.
– Issued in Public Interest by Directorate of Admissions and Academic Outreach
B. Sc. in
semester : 4 semesters
As part of the curriculum, students will have to do the internship in Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences itself. A candidate must have passed in all subjects to become eligible to undergo compulsory internship of six months. Internship has to be done continuously for a period provided in the syllabus.
The clinical case studies provide training in evidence based nutritional practice for students. Students assess and evaluate the medical history of patients with particular reference to nutritional needs in a detailed, in depth manner, with reference to national and international guidelines, current literature and current treatment protocols.
Career Prospects in:
| Category | Percentage of Refund of fees | Point of time when notice of withdrawal of admission is received in the HEI |
| (1) | 100% | 15 days or more before the formally notified last date of admission |
| (2) | 90% | Less than 15 days before the formally notified last date of admission |
| (3) | 80% | 15 days or less after the formally notified last date of admission |
| (4) | 50% | 30 days or less, but more than 15 days after formally notified last date of admission |
| (5) | 0% | More than 30 days after formally notified last date of admission |
This policy with reference no. D.O. No.F.2-7 1t2022 (CPP-Il) (c-1 14s46) dated 12th June, 2024 will remain in force for subsequent academic sessions until the issuance of a revised policy by the UGC.
ADMISSION PROCESSING CHARGES (RS. 2500 INCLUDING GST) IS NON-REFUNDABLE.
Hostel Rent Refund
| Category | Percentage of Refund of fees | Point of time when notice of withdrawal of admission is received in the HEI |
| (1) | 100% | 15 days or more before the formally notified last date of admission |
| (2) | 90% | Less than 15 days before the formally notified last date of admission |
| (3) | 80% | 15 days or less after the formally notified last date of admission |
| (4) | 50% | 30 days or less, but more than 15 days after formally notified last date of admission |
| (5) | 0% | More than 30 days after formally notified last date of admission |
Mess Fees Refund
Refundable after deducting the proportionate amount for the number of months the mess has been utilized.
This policy dated 25th January 2025 will be followed in Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi for all the courses and will remain in force for subsequent Academic Sessions until the issuance of a revised policy by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham.
Collaboration with University Clermont Auvergne (UCA), France
We have established a partnership with University Clermont Auvergne, which includes:
Adjunct Faculty Collaborations
We have expanded our academic network through Adjunct Faculty collaborations with:
These collaborations will facilitate joint research efforts, academic mentorship, and faculty exchange programs.
Tribal Nutrition Project
A new initiative, the Tribal Nutrition Project “THAAI” (Tribal Health, Assessment and Action Initiative), has been launched to promote community-based learning and research. This project allows students to:
PhD Program in Clinical Nutrition
The Department of Clinical Nutrition has introduced a PhD program at the Kochi campus, further strengthening our commitment to advanced academic and research excellence in the field of nutrition and health sciences.
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Hours / Week | Total Credits | Hours / Semester | ||||||
| L | T | P/CL | Total | L | T | P/CL | Total | |||
| MCND101 | Medical Nutrition Therapy | 4 | – | – | 4 | 4 | 60 | – | – | 60 |
| MCND102 | Nutritional Biochemistry-I | 2 | – | – | 2 | 2 | 30 | – | – | 30 |
| MCND103 | Research Methodology and Biostatistics | 2 | – | – | 2 | 2 | 30 | – | – | 30 |
| MCND104 | Pharmacology | 4 | – | – | 4 | 4 | 60 | – | – | 60 |
| 25AVP501 | *MA OM Mastery Over Mind | 2 | – | – | 2 | 2 | 30 | – | – | 30 |
| MCND105 | CND Clinics – I | – | 4 | 18 | 22 | 10 | – | 60 | 270 | 330 |
| 14 | 4 | 18 | 36 | 24 | 210 | 60 | 270 | 540 | ||
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Hours / Week | Total Credits | Hours / Semester | ||||||
| L | T | P/CL | Total | L | T | P/CL | Total | |||
| MCND201 | Critical Care Nutrition | 4 | 1 | – | 5 | 5 | 60 | 15 | – | 75 |
| MCND202 | Applied Nutrition | 4 | 1 | – | 5 | 5 | 60 | 15 | – | 75 |
| MCND203 | Nutritional Biochemistry-II | 2 | – | – | 2 | 2 | 30 | – | – | 30 |
| MCND204 | CND Clinics – II | – | – | 24 | 24 | 8 | – | – | 360 | 360 |
| 10 | 2 | 24 | 36 | 20 | 150 | 30 | 360 | 540 | ||
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Hours / Week | Total Credits | Hours / Semester | ||||||
| L | T | P/CL | Total | L | T | P/CL | Total | |||
| MCND301 | Advanced Nutrition | 4 | – | – | 4 | 4 | 60 | – | – | 60 |
| MCND302 | Nutrient Analysis | – | – | 2 | 2 | 1 | – | – | 30 | 30 |
| MCND303 | Public Health Nutrition | 2 | 2 | – | 4 | 4 | 30 | 30 | – | 60 |
| MCND304 | Research Internship | – | – | – | – | NA | – | – | – | – |
| MCND305 | CND Clinics III | – | – | 30 | 30 | 10 | – | – | 450 | 450 |
| MCNDEL306 | Elective paper – I | 2 | – | – | 2 | 2 | 30 | – | – | 30 |
| Total | 8 | 2 | 32 | 42 | 21 | 120 | 30 | 480 | 630 | |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Hours/Week |
Credits |
Hours/Semester |
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| L | T | P/CL | RP | Total | L | T | P/CL | RP | Total | |||
| MCND401 | Dissertation | – | – | – | 3 | 3 | 3 | – | – | 45 | 45 | |
| MCND402 | CND Clinics IV | – | 2 | 42 | – | 44 | 16 | – | 30 | 630 | 660 | |
| MCNDEL403 | Elective Paper-II Sports Nutrition | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | 15 | – | 15 | ||
| Total | 1 | 2 | 42 | 3 | 48 | 20 | 15 | 30 | 630 | 45 | 720 | |
NB: **All fees are subject to change/revision as per the UGC guidelines (if applicable)
Admission Cancellation and refunds policy will be based as per UGC policy for all the courses.
| Program Fees for the year 2025-26 | ||||
| Annual Tuition Fees (in INR) SCHOLARSHIP |
Annual Tuition Fees (in INR) NON-SCHOLARSHIP |
Annual Tuition Fees (in US$) NRI |
First Year Other Fees (in INR) | Admission processing charges in (INR) |
| 80,000 | 1,30,000 | 4,000 | 43,200 | 2,500 |
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