MSc Home Science

M.Sc in Home Science is a two years post-graduate degree course that a student can pursue in India holding a relevant bachelor’s degree. It is a course that focuses on the study of principles, methods and techniques through which the professionals can bring changes in the society by improvising the lifestyle of a family.

The major topics covered in the M.Sc Home Science includes human development, Food science, health and hygiene, clothing and lifestyle. It also helps students learn about new methods and techniques that can be implemented to make the life of people better.

The purpose of offering this course is to create professionals in who will e involved infringing massive change in the society by making people aware of health, hygiene, environment and sustainable development.   

M.Sc Home Science Highlights 

Following  are the major highlights of M.Sc Home Science course

The candidate must hold a B.Sc in Home science degree or equivalent from a recognized university to take admission in M.Sc Home Science course in most of the institutes in India. 

M.Sc Home Science Admission Process

Most of the institutes in India that offer M.Sc Home Science course accepts admission on merit basis. Candidates performance in the qualifying degree course is considered for admission. However, certain institute may also take an institute level test to confirm admission in M.Sc Home Science course.

Candidates must apply at the desired institute by filling in the application form. The eligible candidates will be considered for admission.  

M.Sc Home Science is a two years course that can be completed in fours semester. The semester wise syllabus followed in most of the institutes in India is as follows: 

Semester 1 

• Child and Human Rights
• Maternal and Child Nutrition
• Nutrition and health
• Extension Management
• Entrepreneurship Management 

Semester 2 

• Computer Application
• Marketing strategy
• Clothing and Apparel Design
• Entrepreneurship Management 

Semester 3

• Communication and Skill Development 
• Heath and Fitness 
• Advanced Human Development
• Housing for Family Living

Semester 4

• Fashion Technology and Fabric Design
• Child disabilities and illness 
• Interior Decoration
• Environment Management
• Business Communication 
• Dissertation

After the completion of  M.Sc Home Science course, a candidate can choose various job roles. They can either work in an organisation or even get self-employed. Some of the job roles an M.Sc Home Science candidate  can choose are as follows:

• Housekeeping Manager
• Hospitality Manager
• Child Care Attendant 
• Residence Facilities Manager 
• Nutrition Guide 
• Hotel/ Restaurant Administrator