Khanna says that in the last few years there has been a significant increase in demand and popularity of the course. Earlier there were not as many openings after doing this course. However, the awareness levels about the possibilities and prospects have improved. She attributes this change to the fact that the college has an illustrious alumnus at prominent positions in various industries.

"There has been a continuous effort to update the course to suit the needs of today's dynamic world. We have made continued efforts to contemporise the teaching as well," says Anupa Siddhu, principal, Lady Irwin College.

For the last couple of years, apart from girls approaching the university for this course, there have been some boys showing curiosity and interest in the course too.

Deputy dean, students welfare, Gurpreet Singh Tuteja, says, "With increasing awareness among students and parents, the university has been flooded with applications for this course. Though there are only two girls' colleges, which are offering bachelors and masters in Home Science, this year we noticed a drastic change with even boys showing interest in the course."