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BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics

 

The College of Health and Medical Sciences at UHA University, a U.S.-based university accredited by the International Accreditation Organization (IAO), offers a Bachelor’s Program in Nutrition and Dietetics.

Program Importance:

  • Addressing the shortage of certified nutrition specialists in the Arab world.

  • Enabling graduates of health institutes to complete their bachelor's in 4 semesters (bridging program).

  • Aligning with international standards in nutrition sciences such as:
    (ACEND - USA and EFAD - Europe).

  • Integrating Arab and Islamic food culture into the academic curriculum.

  • Advancing nutrition consulting in the Arab world based on evidence-based and experiential approaches.

Study Plan:

Regular Track (8 Semesters):

Semester 1:

  • Organic and General Chemistry

  • Clinical Anatomy

  • General Microbiology

  • General Pharmacology

  • Communication Skills and University Learning

  • English Medical Terminology & Translation (1)

Semester 2:

  • Biochemistry

  • Microbiology (Pathogenic Bacteria and Bacterial Culture Lab)

  • Biostatistics

  • Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (Phase 1)

  • Health Education & Awareness Skills

  • General Physiology

Semester 3:

  • Pathophysiology

  • Food Chemistry & Evaluation

  • Applied Microbiology (Viruses, Fungi, and Parasites)

  • Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (Phase 2)

  • Health Psychology

  • Pathomechanisms and Chronic Diseases

Semester 4:

  • Clinical Symptoms, Signs, and Diagnosis

  • Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases

  • English Medical Terminology & Translation (2)

  • Project and Health Program Management

  • Scientific Research Methodology and Tools

  • Fundamentals of Therapeutic Nutrition & Weight Control Diets

Semester 5:

- Clinical Nutrition for Digestive, Liver, and Kidney Diseases:

  • Digestive disorders, IBS

  • Diet plans for dialysis and renal failure patients

  • Diet plans for hepatic insufficiency, hepatitis, and cirrhosis

- Pharmacology in Nutrition:

  • Drug-nutrient interactions (e.g., diabetes and blood pressure medications)

  • Case studies: common interactions in Arab hospitals

- Nutritional Assessment:

  • Body measurements(BMI,waist circumference)

  • Lab report analysis for nutrition related diseases

- Scientific Research Principles in Nutrition:

  • Designing nutrition surveys

  • Data analysis using SPSS

- Digital Sports Nutrition:

  • Energy requirements for athletes

  • Designing sports nutrition plans

  • Performance data analysis

  • Nutrition programs for football clubs and other sports

- Food Laboratory Analysis:

  • Detection of food adulteration

  • Quality testing of local products

Semester 6:

- Clinical Nutrition for Diabetes and Heart Diseases:

  • Diet management for type 2 diabetes

  • Prevention programs for heart and chronic diseases

- Community Nutrition & Public Health:

  • Designing awareness campaigns (e.g., child obesity)

  • Studying nutrition patterns in Saudi society

- Food Safety and Regulations:

  • SFDA standards

  • HACCP implementation in restaurants

- Virtual Clinical Training:

  • Simulated case management in nutrition clinics

- Maternal and Child Nutrition:

  • Pregnancy and lactation requirements

  • Solutions for iron deficiency in school children

- Eating Behaviors and Disorders:

  • Treating bulimia and anorexia

  • Impact of social media on body image

Semester 7:

- Clinical Nutrition for Cancer:

  • Managing malnutrition in cancer patients

  • Nutrition support programs in KSA hospitals

- Nutrition and Food Services Management:

  • Designing hospital nutrition systems

  • Nutrition plans for Hajj and fasting

  • Obesity prevention programs in Arab communities

  • Feasibility studies for food projects

- Preventive Nutrition:

  • Nutritional epidemiology

  • Global food policies

- Virtual CommunityTraining:

  • Designing nutrition programs for schools

  • Field training in food factories and warehouses

  • Data analysis from Sehhaty app

- Nutrition in Critical Care:

  • Nutritional support in ICUs

  • Tube feeding protocols

- Nutritional and Therapeutic Supplements in Pharmacies:

  • Evaluating local market products

  • Drug interactions

Semester 8:

- Contemporary Issues in Nutrition:

  • Genetically modified foods

  • Impact of climate change on food security

  • Artificial intelligence in nutrition programs

- Quality Assurance in Food Services:

  • ISO 22000 standards

  • Internal audits for institutional kitchens

  • Food control

- Graduation Project:

  • Applied research

  • OR design a nutrition program for a specific population

- Advanced Field Training:

  • Virtual training with partner hospitals

  • Evaluation of 40 real cases

- Nutrition in the Arab World:

  • Analysis of consumption patterns (Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, Levant)

  • Solutions for local challenges

  • Islam and nutrition

- Health Economics and Nutrition:

  • Cost analysis of nutrition-related diseases

  • Government nutrition support policies

Bridging Track (4 Semesters for Health Institute Graduates):

After credit hour adjustments, students from health institutes complete four semesters out of the eight.

Program Alignment with the Market:

  • Courses designed to meet the needs of the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).

  • Qualification for the Clinical Dietitian Certification (CDE).

General Admission Requirements:

For the Regular Track:

  • High school diploma (Science/Literature stream)

  • Pass an online admission interview

For the Bridging Track:

  • Technical Institute diploma (Nutrition, Public Health, Nursing)

  • OR any other institute diploma with at least 2 years of healthcare experience

Program Features:

- Practical Training:

  • Virtual clinical case simulations

  • Remote training partnerships with hospitals

- Academic Quality:

  • Program accredited according to SCFHS standards

  • Updated curriculum focused on Arab world nutrition issues

- Technical Support:

  • Interactive e-learning platform (live streaming – recordings – digital library)

  • Academic and administrative advisors

- Accredited Certificates:

  • Earn an academic degree from UHA University

  • Accredited by the International Accreditation Organization (IAO – USA)

Career Opportunities for Graduates:

  • Clinical Nutritionist in hospitals and health centers

  • Private Clinic Nutritionist

  • Sports Nutrition Consultant

  • Online Nutrition Consultant

  • Researcher in scientific institutions

  • Nutrition Services Manager in hotels and companies

Program Fees:

 

The tuition fee for the bachelor’s program is $425 per semester 

Number of semesters: 8, Total fees: $3400

 

College Registration Fee and Issuance of Acceptance Letter: $100 (one-time payment upon registration)

 

Discounts:

  • A 15% discount is granted upon enrollment at the university when paying tuition fees in installments at the beginning of each semester.

  • A 25% discount is granted when paying the full tuition fees in one payment after receiving the admission letter from the university.

To Apply:

Fill out the registration form or contact us via:

WhatsApp – Student Affairs Department:
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12067047858+

Direct contact – Admissions Coordinator:
16058469439+

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