About Us

The Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics at R L Jalappa Hospital & Research Centre began as a service department and was established as an academic unit in 2017 with the launch of the Integrated B.Sc.–M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics program, followed by the introduction of the Ph.D. program in 2019–20. In accordance with National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) regulations, the department is restructuring its academic programs, redesigning Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics as Nutrition and Dietetics, and offering a four-year Bachelors (Hons) in Nutrition and Dietetics and Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics programs to meet national academic and professional standards. Expanding its academic scope, the department has also introduced a four-year B.Sc. (Hons) Food Science and Technology program as per NEP, 2020, integrating food science, processing, microbiology, chemistry, maths, engineering, and nutrition. The department emphasizes clinical application, research, and industry-oriented training. Through strong clinical exposure, practical learning, and research focus, graduates are well equipped for careers in healthcare, food industry, research institutions, and regulatory bodies.

Mission

To deliver comprehensive, patient-centred nutrition services across clinical, academic, and community settings, enhancing health outcomes through personalized nutrition therapy and public health initiatives.
To provide high-quality education and training in nutritional sciences, preparing students and professionals with the knowledge, skills, and leadership required for success in healthcare, research, and industry.
To advance cutting-edge research in nutrition, food processing, food technology, and public health, generating evidence-based solutions that address diverse nutritional needs and global health challenges
To foster community engagement, promote nutrition awareness, collaborate with industries, healthcare institutions, and policymakers, and uphold ethical and scientific integrity while encouraging lifelong learning and professional development.

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Head of department’s message

Dr. Shivakumara C SAssistant Professor & HOD

Warm greetings to all.

Welcome to the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education and Research. Our department is committed to excellence in education, clinical practice, and research, aligning our academic programs with the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) standards. We offer comprehensive undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs designed to equip students with strong scientific knowledge, clinical competence, and professional ethics. With a unique integration of nutrition science, healthcare applications, and food science and technology, we prepare our students to meet the evolving challenges of patient care, public health, and the food industry. Emphasis is placed on hands-on clinical exposure, research-driven learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Our dedicated faculty and state-of-the-art facilities support a learning environment that fosters innovation, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. We strive to develop skilled nutrition professionals who can contribute meaningfully to healthcare systems, research institutions, industry, and society at large. Regards
Dr. Shivakumara C S