Course Overview:
B.Sc. in Home Science is a 3-year undergraduate program that combines science, technology, and arts to focus on the study of home management, nutrition, child development, textile design, and family well-being. The course aims to equip students with knowledge and skills in areas like food science, resource management, human development, and clothing and textiles, preparing them for careers in nutrition, community development, education, and interior design.
Duration:
3 years (6 semesters)
Syllabus - Semester-Wise Breakdown
Year 1 (Semester 1 & 2):
Introduction to Home Science: Overview of the field, including its role in family and community development.
Human Development: Study of human growth and development across life stages, focusing on child development.
Food Science and Nutrition: Basics of food groups, balanced diets, and the science of nutrition.
Textiles and Clothing: Introduction to fibers, fabrics, and the principles of clothing construction and design.
Family Resource Management: Study of home management, budgeting, and effective resource use.
Laboratory I: Practical training in food preparation, textile construction, and human development activities.
Year 2 (Semester 3 & 4):
Community Nutrition: Study of nutrition for different population groups and nutrition-related community programs.
Interior Design and Decoration: Basics of space planning, color theory, and the design of home interiors.
Child Development and Psychology: Detailed study of the psychological aspects of child development, early childhood education, and parenting.
Extension Education and Communication: Principles of community outreach, extension work, and methods of communication for social development.
Fashion Design and Apparel Construction: Advanced study of clothing design, fabric selection, and garment construction.
Laboratory II: Advanced practical work in food science, interior design, and child development.
Year 3 (Semester 5 & 6):
Dietetics and Therapeutic Nutrition: Study of diet planning for health and disease conditions, therapeutic diets, and clinical nutrition.
Family and Child Welfare: Study of welfare policies, child rights, and family welfare programs.
Research Methodology in Home Science: Research methods, data analysis, and project design related to home science topics.
Entrepreneurship in Home Science: Study of business principles, entrepreneurship, and opportunities in the home science sector.
Project Work and Internship: Students work on projects in areas like community development, nutrition, or interior design and complete internships in relevant industries.
Average Fees:
INR 20,000 - 1,50,000 per year (varies based on institution)
Exams to Attend:
DUET (Delhi University Entrance Test)
BITSAT (Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test)
State-level entrance exams like KEAM (Kerala), KCET (Karnataka)
University-specific entrance exams
Top 10 Home Science Institutes in India:
Lady Irwin College, Delhi University
Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science, Mumbai
Institute of Home Economics, Delhi University
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
University of Delhi, Delhi
Madras University, Chennai
Marathwada University, Maharashtra
Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore
Amity University, Noida
Top 10 Home Science Institutes in Kerala:
St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam
Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), Thrissur
Providence Women’s College, Kozhikode
Assumption College, Changanassery
St. Joseph’s College, Kozhikode
Mount Carmel College, Thrissur
Government Victoria College, Palakkad
Sree Sankara College, Kalady
Marian College, Kuttikanam
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kollam