MSc Human Nutrition

Overview

Nutritional science handles the effect of the food we consume into our bodies, while dietetics applies the science of nutrition to the prevention and treatment of disease and the promotion of health. Dieticians assess, diagnose and treat diet and nutrition problems for an individual and then for a wider public health level. Dieticians use up-to-date public health and scientific research on food, society, health and disease, which they translate into practical guidance to enable people make appropriate lifestyle and food choices.

This programme is designed to build the capacity and produce a cadre of health personnel with the requisite knowledge and skills in the field of human nutrition and dietetics aimed at promoting nutritional health and wellbeing in Ghana and beyond.

Courses under this two year programme include: Advanced biochemistry, Nutritional genetics, Food safety and hygiene, Public health nutrition, Diet therapy for the management of nutrition-related Non-Communicable Diseases, Clinical nutrition and therapeutics, immunology, Advanced food analysis, Sports nutrition, Nutraceuticals and functional foods, Nutrition communication and education, clinical attachment and internships. Special topics in Emerging areas such as Food allergies.

Modules and courses

YEAR 1
SEMESTER ONE
CORE COURSES
	Course Title	T	P	C
NUT 503	Macro and Micronutrients	2	0	2
NUT 555	Public Health Nutrition	3	0	3
NUT 561	Research Methods and Biostatistics	3	0	3
NUT 553	Clinical Nutrition	3	0	3
NUT 565	Nutrition in the Human Life Cycle	3	0	3
NUT 551	Food Safety and Hygiene	2	3	3
	Total For Year One Semester One	16	3	17
SEMESTER TWO
CORE COURSES
Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
NUT 552	Nutrition Communication and Education	3	0	3
NUT 572	Nutrition in Emergencies	2	0	2
NUT 566	Nutrition Epidemiology	3	0	3
NUT 580	Nutrition Assessment and Analysis	2	3	3
NUT 564	Food Service Management	2	0	2
NUT 576	Nutrition Policy: Development and Implementation	2	0	2
	Total For Year One Semester Two	14	3	15
YEAR TWO
SEMESTER ONE
Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
NUT 661	Community Nutrition Attachment	0	18	6
NUT 665	Research Project & Seminar	0	18	6
	Total For Year Two Semester One	0	36	12
	Grand Total	30	42	44

Mode of course delivery

The programme is offered through distance education, a learning oriented system allowing greater flexibility in learning while students continue with their regular professional work. The programme is offered in a mixed mode format. The approach uses print and electronic media in order to be responsive to the needs of the learner and also maximize the use of technology in course delivery.

At the heart of the programme is excellent online learning materials developed by capable and competent resource persons from KNUST and other recognized institutions.

Academic Support Systems/Services

Limited face-to-face facilitated sessions are provided at all the Learning Centres. These sessions are supported by print and electronic materials, and local learning facilitators who also support and direct students as they work through the resources provided.

The Centres provide learning support to students living in different parts of the country, thus reducing travel expenses.

Learning centres

Head of department

Exam officer

Programme coordinator

Dr. Charles Apprey

Lecturer

Biography

Applicants must have a good First Degree (BSc), preferably Second Class Lower or better in the following programmes: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Food Science and other Science-related courses.
Applicants with Home Economics background may apply on condition that they will remove their deficiencies in biochemistry early in the program.

How to Apply

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Prospective applicants MUST carefully read all the following instructions before starting the application process.

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Cost of application e-vouchers

Programme	Application fee for Ghanaian applicants
Diploma & Certificate programmes	GH¢170.00
Top-up undergraduate programmes	GH¢250.00
Postgraduate programmes - Cost Includes entrance interview fees	GH¢ 350.00

Ghanaian applicants

Purchase of Application E-Voucher

Online Application Portal

Applicants may access the application portal via https://admissions.knust.edu.gh.

Create an account on the portal
Verify the account in your email
Purchase the application E-voucher

USSD Application Option

Alternatively, Ghanaian applicants may dial the shortcode *415*55# on all mobile networks and follow the on-screen prompts to purchase the application e-voucher.

Create an account on the portal
Verify the account in your email
Login and verify the voucher you purchased with the USSD

Complete the application form by carefully following the detailed instructions provided on the admission portal.

Steps to purchase e-voucher via mobile shortcode (Ghanaian applicants only):

Dial *415*55# on all networks in Ghana
Select option 3 for Application Forms
Select option 2 for Institute of Distance Learning (IDL)
Select programme category:
- option 1 for Undergraduate/Top-up
- option 2 for Postgraduate
- option 3 for Diploma
View cost price of selected category and select option 1 to continue
Enter your first and last name and continue
Review transaction details and select option 1 to confirm payment.

Submission of Supporting Documents

Applicants are required to upload Certified True Copies of all relevant Certificates and Academic Transcripts. Only documents submitted at the time of application shall be considered during the evaluation process.

Deadline for Submission of application forms
All completed application forms must be submitted online on or before Monday, 15th December 2025.

Note: Applicants are not required to post hard copies of the application forms

Mode of Instruction
Teaching and facilitation will be conducted through a blended learning approach, comprising both online and face-to-face sessions held on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) at designated centres.

International applicants

International applicants may access the application portal via https://admissions.knust.edu.gh.

Create an account on the portal
Verify the account in your email
Purchase the application E-voucher

Applicants who are admitted will be required to pay the appropriate application fee stated in the table below before registration.

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Programme	Application fee for International applicants
Diploma & Certificate programmes	US$100.00
Top-up undergraduate programmes	US$100.00

Documents you will need before you apply online:

Passport picture soft copy (Dimension 470 by 470 pixels - JPG/JPEG/PNG format, with a light green background)
A certified scanned true copy of your:
WASSCE/SSCE/ ‘A’ Level certificate - Diploma & Certificate applicants only (PDF format)
HND/Diploma certificate - Top-up undergraduate applicants only (PDF format)
Undergraduate certificate – Postgraduate applicants only (PDF format)
Scanned copy of your birth certificate (PDF format)
Scanned copy of recognized National ID (JPG/JPEG/PNG/)
Details of TWO References needed include, full Name, Rank, Email address and phone number

Steps to complete your online application

Applicants must follow carefully the instructions

Visit https://admissions.knust.edu.gh (KNUST Admissions portal). Login using the serial number and pin on your e-voucher.
Applicants must ensure that they select DISTANCE LEARNING MODE and not regular stream when beginning the online application.
Complete and submit the application online.
Only results and documents provided by applicants at the time of submission shall be considered.
Applicants must ensure that they use active phone numbers and email addresses during and after the application process.
Deadline: See admissions period and deadlines

For more information, please call: 0245077483 / 0509314350 / 0247274661 / 0500482885.

Please note: Programmes would only be mounted at Centres with the requisite minimum number of qualified applicants (please contact IDL Office for details).

Facilitation is a blend of online and face-to-face sessions on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) at the Centres mentioned above.

Postgraduate degree programme

College of Science

Duration

Tuition fee (GH₵)

Accredited by the National Accreditation Board under the umbrella of KNUST