BSc Home Science Basics of Foods and Nutrition and Caring for the Elderly Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026
This is the Semester 2 syllabus under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2024-25. The University still examines the earlier Choice Based papers alongside it — her third-year timetables name that scheme — so check which scheme your exam form names before you revise.
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Syllabus for Basics of Foods and Nutrition and Caring for the Elderly
The University has not published this Semester I and II syllabus herself — it is not in her online catalogue, in her circulars, or in any archived copy of her own site. This is the copy published by the College of Home Science Nirmala Niketan, the one college affiliated to the University for this degree. It is set on the University’s own template, names her ladder of awards and cites her Government Resolution of 20 April 2023, and it takes effect from the academic year 2024-25 — but it carries no Academic Council item number, so unlike every other page of this syllabus it cannot be cited to one. Confirm it against your college notice before you revise.
Module I
- A INTRODUCTION TO CONCEPTS OF FOOD PREPARATION, FOOD SAFETY AND HYGEINE
- i Introduction to Food safety and hygiene principles in the food laboratory.
- ii Introduction to food laboratory equipment.
- iii Commonly used ingredients in cooking (English and regional names).
- iv Weight and volume equivalents
- v Temperature conversions
- vi Edible portion- Determination of edible portion of foods
- vii Measuring Techniques- Use of standard weights and measures.
- viii Pre- preparation of food- Techniques used
- B STANDARDIZATION, PREPARATION AND PRESENTATION
- i Macronutrient rich recipes – Preparation and presentation of the following and any other relevant additions
- Energy modulated recipes
- High fiber recipes
- Protein Rich Recipes
- ii Micronutrient rich recipes
- Vitamin A, carotenoid rich recipes
- Vitamin C rich recipes
- Calcium Rich Recipes
- Iron Rich recipes
Module II
- A INTRODUCTION TO AGING AND OLDER ADULTS (Practical Components building on theoretical base):
- i Group discussions: Sharing experiences with older adults.
- ii Observational study of an older adult's daily routine.
- iii Conduct a survey to identify key challenges faced by older adults in the local community.
- iv Role-playing scenarios: Understanding perspectives of older adults.
- Theoretical basis for the above-mentioned practical components
- Defining age and Developmental Stages in Older Adults o Physical (Mobility, Sensory, and Chronic Health Conditions) o Cognitive (Cognitive Decline: Dementia and Memory Loss & Cognitive Gain: Expertise & Wisdom) o Emotional (Depression, Loneliness, and Anxiety vs.
- Fulfillment)
- Other Challenges and Issues Faced by Older Adults and overcoming them (e.g. Social Isolation; Financial and Economic Challenges; Elder Abuse)
- B PATHWAYS TO POSITIVE AGEING (Practical Components building on theoretical base):
- i Designing Individual Action Plans to Promote Positive Aging in their homes and local community (e.g. Designing a simple exercise or wellness routine for an older adult.)
- ii Organize a skill-sharing workshop where older adults teach younger generations.
- iii Field visits may be organized to elderly care homes or community centres.
- iv Writing a reflective journal on personal experiences and takeaways from the course.
- Theoretical basis for the above-mentioned practical components
- Positive Aging: Concept and Strategies o Building Social Support Systems o Community Engagement and Volunteering o Importance of Lifelong Learning and Hobbies o Intergenerational Relationships and their Impact o Role of Exercise, Diet, and Lifestyle in Healthy Ageing
References
- Longvah, T., Ananthan R, Bhaskar K., Venkaiah K. (2017). Indian Food Composition Tables. National Institute of Nutrition: ISBN 978-93-52687-677.
- McWilliams, M. (2017). Foods experimental perspective. Pearson
- Sethi, M and Rao, S.E. (2001). Food science experiments and applications. New Delhi. CBS Publishers and Distributors.
- Baltes, P. B., & Baltes, M. M. (1990). Successful Aging: Perspectives from the Behavioral Sciences.
- Cavanaugh, John C. (2010) Adult Development and Aging 6th edition. Cengage Learning.
- Stuart-Hamilton, I (2012) The Psychology of Ageing: An Introduction. London; Philadelphia: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Rowe, J. W., & Kahn, R. L. (1998). Successful Aging. Syllabus B.Sc. Home Science (Semester - II)
Reproduced from the University of Mumbai syllabus for B.Sc. (Home Science) under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2024-25. Wording is as printed in that syllabus. Module numbering is as printed there too.