Bachelor of Healthy Nutrition and Dietetics

  • About

    Healthy Nutrition and Dietetics is a field of study that focuses on science of nutrition and its relationship with health and diet. This filed is considered one of the most important majors that deals with health care at the hospitals and health clinics.

    In addition to that, Healthy Nutrition and Dietetics deals with the prevention, diagnosis and management of nutritional and metabolic changes related to acute and chronic nutritional diseases. While Healthy nutrition focuses specifically on disease management and treatment, dietetics encompasses a broader range of nutrition.

    In an Era with changing lifestyle and food consumption, many people around the world are suffering from different issues related to food and nutrition. Beside health issues that might develop, the lifestyle and eating habits can human health.

    Good nutrition can prevent development of several diseases. Researchers have proven that eating health, well balanced meals might contribute to sustained weight maintenance, increased energy levels, positive inspiration to others and the potential for a heightened quality of life.

  • Objectives and Outcomes

    The main objective of the Bachelor Healthy Nutrition program is to prepare students to have theoretical knowledge and acquire to practical skills in human nutrition, dietetics, and health care. Graduates will be able to assess, diagnose, and manage nutritional problems, promote health, and prevent nutrition-related diseases.
    • Support the Palestinian community with highly qualified Healthy Nutrition and Dietetics specialists
    • Provide education and research experiences that help the graduates prepare for careers in academia, industry and government.
    • Providing students with various professional knowledge and skills in the field of therapeutic nutrition and diets in response to the requirements of society and the labor market.
    • Preparing highly qualified cadres in the field of therapeutic nutrition and diets.
    • Enhance students' thinking and problem-solving skills through research and effective communication that enable them to deal with various nutritional issues.
    • Providing a teaching and learning environment that keeps pace with professional and technological progress.
    • Strengthening the relationship with all relevant authorities.

  • Career Opportunities

    Considering the current situation in market of the Healthy Nutrition and Dietetics, the graduates will have the opportunity to join one of the following careers openings:
    • Ministry of Health, Education, Economy, Agriculture, etc.
    • Healthcare (doctor, nurse, pharmacist, physician's assistant, etc.)
    • Private local, national and international nutrition companies.
    • Gym and fitness sport centers.
    • Food production industries.
    • Healthy dietetics.
    • Food and nutrition management.
    • Education and research.
    • Consultant/private practice.
    • Establish own business in the field of Healthy Nutrition and Dietetics.

  • Campus

      • Tulkarem.