The BIS department of Home - Economics offers CAIE - IGCSE Food and Nutrition and we are very proud to be the first school in India to offer Food Science and Technology under the IB curriculum.
These subjects offer an understanding of the science of nutrition and diet which is vital for healthy living. In addition, acquiring the knowledge of food preparation and cooking is also a life skill which equips one to be independent and versatile.
Apart from learning theory and practical skills the nutrition students also undertake visits to star hotels, hotel management colleges and baking institutes to augment the curriculum.
The scope of a nutrition subject even as a future academic choice has innumerable options to pursue:
Degree in nutrition and dietetics, Home - Science
Sports nutrition
Sports management
Hospitality
Culinary arts
Food science
Food technology
The career prospects involve varied opportunities such as:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Food technologist
Sports nutritionist
Home Scientist
Chef
Research and Development
Product development for the Food Industry
If you are interested in learning more about this subject, please do reach out to us.