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School of Human Nutrition & Dietetics

The School of Human Nutrition & Dietetics at the Imperial College of Medical and Health Sciences (ICMHS) focuses on building professionals who promote health through food science, dietary management, and nutritional care.
About Human Nutrition & Dietetics
A specialized academic hub that integrates dietetics, food processing, and health sciences to prepare students for careers in clinical nutrition, public health, and food innovation.
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Importance of Nutrition & Dietetics

Nutrition and dietetics teach students to create therapeutic diets, manage nutritional disorders, and support food security and preventive public health.

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Future Scope & Career Opportunities

Graduates become nutritionists, diet technicians, food scientists, and QA officers, working in hospitals, wellness centers, NGOs, and food industries to improve public health.

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Why Study This Course at ICMHS?

ICMHS delivers practical, research-based training that integrates food science, nutrition therapy, and food processing, preparing students for clinical and industrial careers.

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National Recognition & Accreditation

Programs are TVETA-accredited and CDACC-aligned, allowing graduates to secure jobs and advance studies in dietetics, food science, and nutrition fields.

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List of Courses

Diploma Courses

Our diploma programs in Nutrition, Food Science, and Food Technology provide applied skills in diet planning, nutrition assessment, and food production for both clinical and industrial environments. Students gain practical experience through hands-on training and real-world field exposure. Graduates are equipped for rewarding careers in healthcare, food manufacturing, community nutrition, and wellness programs.

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Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics

Trains students to plan and manage therapeutic and community-based nutrition programs. Graduates qualify to work in hospitals, schools, and wellness institutions.

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Diploma in Food Technology

Focuses on food processing and food technology, production management, and product safety. Learners gain expertise in both industrial and laboratory-based food science applications.

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Diploma in Food and Beverage Management

Builds management and technical skills for hospitality and food production sectors. Students learn culinary science, service management, and nutrition-based menu planning.

Certificate Courses

Our certificate programs introduce learners to core concepts in human nutrition, food science, and food operations for foundational understanding.

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Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics

Introduces fundamentals of balanced diet formulation, nutrition education, and public health awareness.

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Certificate in Food Technology

Teaches food processing, hygiene, and quality assurance. Prepares learners for technician roles in production and testing facilities.

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Certificate in Food & Beverage Operations

Provides hands-on training in food preparation, safety standards, and catering operations.

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Career & Graduate Impact

A future-ready learning environment that equips students with key skills in nutrition assessment, meal planning, and diet therapy to excel in diverse nutrition and wellness settings.
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Food Technologist
Works in food production and food processing technology, ensuring quality, hygiene, and compliance with safety standards.
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QA & Research Officer
Monitors nutritional labeling, conducts food composition analysis, and supports research in product development or dietary assessment.
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Nutritionist Consultant
Offers personalized nutrition planning and health coaching to individuals, wellness brands, and organizations.

Learning Facilities

A well-equipped learning environment featuring advanced labs, modern teaching tools, and collaborative spaces that support effective, career-aligned training.
Explore Campus Facilities
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Food & Nutrition Labs
Environments focused on fully functional food labs to support applied learning in dietetics and nutrition programs.
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Science & Skills Labs
Practice-driven procedures and diagnostic excellence take shape inside dedicated, modern facilities.
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Digital Library & Lecture Rooms
Smart lecture and resource centers support both collaboration and research excellence and innovation.
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Computer Workshops
Sessions to build tech-based proficiencies and practical confidence in operating industry-grade systems.
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Co-curricular Activities
Organized curricular engagement promotes showcasing of every student’s creativity and talents.

Life on Campus

Discover a vibrant student experience shaped by mentorship, community engagement, and a shared purpose in health sciences.
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Student Stories

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"When I joined the Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics, I didn’t just learn about food - I learned how it can heal. My internship at a local hospital taught me how much of a difference good nutrition makes in recovery."
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Esther Wanjiru
Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
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"The Food Technology course was more hands-on than I expected. From developing recipes to visiting food plants, ICMHS made learning exciting and practical. I now work with a processing company, and every day feels like an extension of class."
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Brian Mugo
Diploma in Food Technology
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"I started with a Certificate in Food and Beverage Operations and later advanced to the diploma level. The lecturers guided me patiently, and I’ve built confidence in both kitchen science and management. ICMHS gave me direction."
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Sheila Achieng
Food & Beverage Graduate
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"ICMHS has been a wonderful place for my daughter. The mix of theory and fieldwork gave her both skill and maturity. She’s now working as a diet aide in a private hospital, and we couldn’t be prouder."
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Mr. Ochieng - Parent
Nutrition Graduate
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"We were looking for a college that balanced academics with mentorship - and ICMHS did exactly that. My son became more responsible, focused, and ready for the real world."
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Mrs. Kamene - Parent
Food Technology
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"I’ve seen my daughter turn her passion for food into a profession. The exposure she got at ICMHS from food lab sessions to community nutrition drives, made her job-ready before graduation."
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Mr. Mwangi - Parent
Food & Beverage
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"When I joined the Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics, I didn’t just learn about food - I learned how it can heal. My internship at a local hospital taught me how much of a difference good nutrition makes in recovery."
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Esther Wanjiru
Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
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"The Food Technology course was more hands-on than I expected. From developing recipes to visiting food plants, ICMHS made learning exciting and practical. I now work with a processing company, and every day feels like an extension of class."
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Brian Mugo
Diploma in Food Technology
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"I started with a Certificate in Food and Beverage Operations and later advanced to the diploma level. The lecturers guided me patiently, and I’ve built confidence in both kitchen science and management. ICMHS gave me direction."
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Sheila Achieng
Food & Beverage Graduate
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