Overview
Through our dynamic Food Science with Nutrition degree programme, you will explore the secret science behind food production, development and safety while you develop the research skills to enable you to pursue an exciting career within the food manufacturing industry, research institutes, government, and consumer organisations. As the market leader of Food Science studies in Malaysia, you will be able to utilise the latest practices in the industry and experience first-hand how technology affects food production and flavour delivery. You will enjoy avenues to create new food products and market them. And with a sound understanding of food safety, nutrition and legislation, you can rest assured that your future endeavours will change lives.
Assessments
Coursework percentage: 60%, written examination percentage: 40%.
Academic Requirements
UCSI Foundation in Science or equivalent in Malaysia
Minimum CGPA 2.00, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics/Mathematics
National matriculation
Minimum CGPA 2.00, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics/Mathematics
STPM
Minimum CGPA 2.00, inclusive of Grade Cs
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics/Mathematics
UEC
Minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
A-levels
Minimum Grade E in:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics/Mathematics
Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) – SAM/AUSMAT/ SACE/ TEE/ NTCE/WACE
Minimum ATAR 60% or minimum 60% average five (5) subjects inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics/Mathematics
Canadian Grade 12 – CPU/CIMP
Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics/Mathematics
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum score of 26/42 from six (6) subjects, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics/Mathematics
Diploma/Advanced Diploma in related field
Minimum CGPA 2.00, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics/Mathematics
Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government
Admission: Case by case basis
FOUNDATION IN SCIENCE
SPM/O-Level or its equivalent
Minimum 5 credits (inclusive of Mathematics and 1 science subjects)
UEC
Minimum Grade B in 3 subjects (inclusive of Mathematics and 1 science subjects)
CPU
Average below 60% in 6 subjects (inclusive of Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics/Physics)
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum average of 50% (inclusive of Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics/Physics)
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to SPM/O-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum average of 60% (inclusive of Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics/Physics)
SAM
Average below 60% (inclusive of Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics/Physics)
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
SPM English language
B+
CEFR
Low B1
English language 1119/O-Level English/IGCSE
C
UEC English Language
A2
MUET
Band 3
- In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
For International Students
Cambridge Linguaskill
154
IELTS
Score of 5.0
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
154
TOEFL IBT
42
Pearson Test of English
47
MUET
Band 3
CEFR
Low B1
- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00929) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and/or the outcome of the English Placement Test. Exemptions from the University English Language requirements can be granted if the following corresponding requirements are fulfilled: i. Internal transfer applicants who have already fulfilled the University English Language requirements. ii. Applicants who have an academic qualification from a higher learning institution which uses the English Language as a medium of instruction. The applicants who have met the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirements may be advised by the Faculty to improve their proficiency by undertaking the additional English proficiency courses.
- University Life (MPU-U2)
- Chemistry 1
- Human Physiology
- Chemistry 2
- Structural Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Principles of Nutrition
- Nutrition and Metabolism
- Calculus and Analytical Geometry for Applied Sciences
- Statistics and its Applications
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 1
- Food Chemistry
- Lifespan Nutrition
- Fundamentals of Food Engineering
- Entrepreneurship for Applied Sciences
- Analytical Chemistry
- Food Processing and Packaging
- Food Microbiology
- Halal and Food Legislation
- Research Methodology, Safety and Ethics
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 2
Free elective courses (select one)
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- Introduction to Public Speaking
- Introduction to Internet Technologies
- Food Safety and Quality System
- Nutritional Assessment
- Food Commodities
- Nutrition and Chronic Diseases
- Product Development and Sensory Evaluation
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 3 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 3
- Food Science and Nutrition Research Project 1
- Food Science and Nutrition Research Project 2
- Food Science and Nutrition Research Project 3
Professional elective courses (select one)
- Enzyme Technology
- Fermentation Technology and Downstream Processing
- Nutrition and Functional Food
- Nutrition, Food and Society
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban) - Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2)
Graduates will be employed in the following areas:
- Research and development of products and processes
- Supervision of food manufacturing processes
- Food engineering support
- Marketing and sales
- Product support and promotion
- Consulting laboratories
- Government organisations
They may be employed as:
- Food scientists
- Food microbiologists
- Flavour chemists
- Food safety inspectors
- Community and university educators
- Scientific writers
- Researchers