| Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Nutrition & Health Communication | |
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| Two years (4 Semesters) Full-time on-campus Masters Degree Programme | |
| Offering Institutes | |
| Department of Communication & Media Studies, Pune ( https://sndt.ac.in/cmc/courses) | |
| Eligibility | Admission Procedure |
| Graduate from any discipline from a recognized university / institution with a minimum B grade or 50% marks at graduation is eligible. | 1. Apply online at https://sndt.digitaluniversity.ac 2. Print the completed form and submit it to the department 3. Admission process will consist of a personal interview on the dates that will be communicated over email. For admission queries fill this form: https://forms.gle/d2Kgv7HapAcipXxZ7 |
| Medium of Instructions | Approx Fee |
| English | Year 1- ₹ 36,000/- Year 2- ₹ 36,000/- |
| Course Objectives | Future Career Prospects |
| The program in Nutrition & Health Communication aims to train young women in the field of media with special focus on reporting and writing in the area of nutrition and health. Growing public demand for health information has created a need for communicators with a thorough understanding of health and nutrition issues. Students in this program will have an advantage over traditional journalists and broadcasters by receiving training in nutrition assessment and evidence-based nutrition practices. The nutrition and health communication program includes a broad range of course topics, such as nutrition, understanding health and disease, and writing, video production and research methodology. Nutrition & Health Communication is the study and use of communication strategies to inform and influence a variety of stakeholders about existing and emerging health/ nutrition topics. It includes instruction in identifying, understanding and expressing the goals of health care promotion to create effective strategies, messages, campaigns and advocacy programs. It also explores the relationships, roles, situations and social structures of key stakeholders in health care and outcomes. Disease prevention, health advocacy, and communications concerning treatments are all important topics that require strong health communication. Nutrition & Health communicators are professionals skilled at informing, influencing, and motivating diverse audiences to address important health issues. Graduates of the nutrition & health communication program will find employment opportunities within a variety of areas, including print and online newspapers, magazines, and other publications, as well as private corporations and community and healthcare agencies and broadcast agencies development consultants. |
• Nutrition Educator: Work with government agencies, such as the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, to develop and implement nutrition education programs. • Health Communication Specialist: Collaborate with government agencies to design and implement health communication campaigns. • Policy Analyst: Contribute to the development of policies and programs related to nutrition and health communication. • Program Manager: Oversee nutrition and health communication programs for NGOs, such as the World Health Organization (WHO) or the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). • Communication Specialist: Develop and implement communication strategies for NGOs working in nutrition and health. • Nutrition Consultant: Provide expertise on nutrition and health communication to NGOs and other organizations. • Health Communication Consultant: Offer consulting services to private companies, helping them develop effective health communication strategies. • Nutrition Marketing Specialist: Work with food and beverage companies to develop marketing campaigns that promote healthy nutrition. • Digital Health Content Creator: Develop engaging digital content on nutrition and health for private companies, websites, or social media platforms. • Health Journalist: Write articles and produce content on nutrition and health topics for newspapers, magazines, or online publications. • Broadcasting and Media: Work in television, radio, or online media, creating content on nutrition and health topics. • Social Media Influencer: Build a social media presence, sharing credible information on nutrition and health with a large audience. • Health Coach: Work with individuals or groups, providing guidance on healthy nutrition and lifestyle habits. • Public Health Specialist: Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, or private companies to develop and implement public health programs. |
| Mode | Annual Intake |
| • On Campus | Intake: 15 |
| Course Syllabus | Apply Online |
| M.Sc. in Nutrition & Health Communication Poster M.Sc. in Nutrition & Health Communication Syllabus M.Sc. Nutrition & Health Communication Second Year NEP 2020 Syllabus |
• https://sndtadm.samarth.edu.in |