Overview of the Department
The Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics at Women University Mardan is committed to producing highly qualified nutrition professionals equipped with scientific knowledge, practical skills, and ethical values to promote health and well-being at individual and community levels. The department offers a dynamic learning environment that integrates classroom teaching, laboratory training, research, and community-based nutrition interventions.
Our curriculum is designed in accordance with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) guidelines and addresses contemporary nutritional challenges, including clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, food science, therapeutic diets, maternal and child nutrition, food safety, and lifestyle-related diseases. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, research aptitude, and professional competence through evidence-based learning and practical experiences.
The department strives to contribute to national health priorities by preparing graduates capable of serving in hospitals, healthcare institutions, academia, research organizations, the food industry, public health agencies, and international organizations. Through innovation, collaboration, and community engagement, we aim to improve nutritional awareness and promote healthy living across society.
Contact No: 0937 871 416
Email: drayeshabbb@wumardan.edu.pk
Undergraduate Program
Graduate Program
Vision
The vision of the Department of HND (Human Nutrition and Dietetics) is to serve society by empowering students and producing skilled nutritionists and dietitians dedicated to promoting community wellness, preventive healthcare, and the positive development of nutritionally balanced individuals. The department further focuses on delivering evidence-based medical nutrition therapy for the treatment and rehabilitation of clinically ill patients. It also visualizes advancing the science of nutrition through scholarly research and providing opportunities for professionals to apply their clinical and public health expertise at local, national, and international levels.
Mission
The mission of the department is to prepare students for diverse and impactful careers in clinical nutrition, public health, food science, and dietetics. To achieve this, it offers a comprehensive curriculum that deepens students’ knowledge across core nutritional fields. The department is committed to conducting high-quality research on metabolic, clinical, and societal health challenges to design effective dietary interventions. Furthermore, it equips students with practical skills that foster personal health management, critical thinking, and advanced problem-solving abilities for everyday professional practice.
