Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition

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Overview

The Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition is a specialized graduate program that combines nutritional science with clinical practice. It aims to prepare professionals capable of delivering personalized nutritional care that supports disease prevention and improves treatment outcomes. The program includes three focused tracks: Pediatric Nutrition, Nutrition Support Therapy, and Nutrition & Mental Health. It is designed to address current health challenges and enhance the role of nutrition in improving quality of life.
The program is offered on weekends in a flexible format that accommodates the work commitments of professionals. It is built on a scientific and applied curriculum that integrates research with clinical practice. Graduates will be prepared to work effectively in hospitals, health centers, and the therapeutic food sector, and to contribute to developing nutrition-based solutions aligned with public health and preventive priorities.
The program is designed not only to meet professional needs but also to serve as a strategic contributor to Saudi Vision 2030—particularly in strengthening disease prevention, localizing healthcare expertise, improving the efficiency of the health system, and advancing the therapeutic food industry in the Kingdom.

Program Goals

• Prepare specialists to provide nutritional interventions that support disease prevention and therapeutic care.
• Promote public health and quality of life through evidence-based nutritional practices.
• Develop national competencies in clinical nutrition to support the localization of the healthcare workforce.
• Advance applied research in nutrition to inform health policies.
• Enable graduates to contribute to the development of therapeutic food industries.

Mission

To prepare clinical nutrition specialists through quality education, applied research, and partnerships with the healthcare sector and therapeutic food industries.

Program Advantages

1. A modern curriculum aligned with national and international standards in clinical nutrition.
2. Distinguished faculty with extensive academic and clinical expertise.
3. Hands-on training in collaboration with leading healthcare and nutrition institutions in the Kingdom.
4. Emphasis on evidence-based practice and applied scientific research to strengthen professional competence.
5. Focus on professional ethics and effective communication skills in multidisciplinary clinical settings.
6. An engaging learning environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and innovative nutritional solutions.
7. A flexible study format at weekends designed to accommodate working professionals and balance academic and job commitments.

study plan

MSc in Clinical Nutrition-Track of Pediatric Nutrition

Level

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Hours

Level One

NUTR 611

Advanced Human Nutrition and Metabolism

4

Level One

NUTR 612

Nutritional Research Methods and Biostatistics

4

Level One

NUTR 621

Food and Nutrition Instrumentation

4

Level Two

NUTR 622

Focused Medical Nutrition Therapy

4

Level Two

NUTR 631

Clinical Nutrition Seminar

4

Level Two

NUTR 632

Pediatric Nutrition & Dietetics

4

Level Three

NUTR 699

Thesis in Pediatric Nutrition

IP

Level Four

NUTR 699

Thesis in Pediatric Nutrition

6

Total

30

MSc in Clinical Nutrition-Track of Nutrition Support Therapy

Level

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Hours

Level One

NUTR 611

Advanced Human Nutrition and Metabolism

4

Level One

NUTR 612

Nutritional Research Methods and Biostatistics

4

Level One

NUTR 621

Food and Nutrition Instrumentation

4

Level Two

NUTR 622

Focused Medical Nutrition Therapy

4

Level Two

NUTR 631

Clinical Nutrition Seminar

4

Level Two

NUTR 633

Nutrition Support Therapy

4

Level Three

NUTR 699

Thesis in Pediatric Nutrition Support Therapy

IP

Level Four

NUTR 699

Thesis in Pediatric Nutrition Support Therapy

6

Total

30

MSc in Clinical Nutrition-Track of Nutrition & Mental Health

Level

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Hours

Level One

NUTR 611

Advanced Human Nutrition and Metabolism

4

Level One

NUTR 612

Nutritional Research Methods and Biostatistics

4

Level One

NUTR 621

Food and Nutrition Instrumentation

4

Level Two

NUTR 622

Focused Medical Nutrition Therapy

4

Level Two

NUTR 631

Clinical Nutrition Seminar

4

Level Two

NUTR 634

Nutrition & Mental Health

4

Level Three

NUTR 699

Thesis in Pediatric Nutrition Support Therapy

IP

Level Four

NUTR 699

Thesis in Pediatric Nutrition Support Therapy

6

Total

30

Admission Requirements

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