Bachelor of Science (Honours) Food Science with Nutrition

Key Modules

• 1Effective Speaking
• 2Effective Writing
• 3Chemistry 1
• 4Human Physiology
• 5Chemistry 2
• 6Structural Biochemistry
• 7Microbiology
• 8Principles of Nutrition
• 9Nutrition and Metabolism
• 10Calculus and Analytical Geometry for Applied Sciences
• 11Statistics and its Applications
• 12Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
• 13Co-Operative Placement 1
• 14Food Chemistry
• 15Lifespan Nutrition
• 16Fundamentals of Food Engineering
• 17Entrepreneurship for Applied Sciences
• 18Analytical Chemistry
• 19Food Processing and Packaging
• 20Food Microbiology
• 21Halal and Food Legislation
• 22Research Methodology, Safety and Ethics
• 23Extra-curricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
• 24Co-Operative Placement 2
• 25Free elective courses (select one)
• 26Fundamentals of Marketing
• 27Introduction to Public Speaking
• 28Introduction to Internet Technologies
• 29Food Safety and Quality System
• 30Nutritional Assessment
• 31Food Commodities
• 32Nutrition and Chronic Diseases
• 33Product Development and Sensory Evaluation
• 34Co-Operative Placement 3
• 35Food Science and Nutrition Research Project 1
• 36Food Science and Nutrition Research Project 2
• 37Food Science and Nutrition Research Project 3
• 38Professional elective courses (select one)
• 39Enzyme Technology
• 40Fermentation Technology and Downstream Processing
• 41Nutrition and Functional Food
• 42Nutrition, Food and Society
• 43Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
• 44(Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban)
• 45Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
• 46(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
• 47Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
• 48(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2)
• 49Examples of research areas:
• 50Boosting healthy eating: Evaluating a nutrition e-module for school canteens.
• 51Smart packaging innovation: Cinnamaldehyde-infused films for fresher herbs and produce.
• 52Red palm olein power: Enhancing the quality of healthier food products.

Entry Requirements

• Foundation in Science
• Minimum CGPA of 2.00, inclusive any two (2) subjects of the following:
• National matriculation
• Minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects of the following:
• Minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, inclusive any two (2) subjects of the following:
• Minimum Grade D in any two (2) subjects of the following:
• 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 any two (2) subjects of the following:
• Canadian Grade 12 – CPU/CIMP
• Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects inclusive of any two (2) subjects of the following:
• International Baccalaureate (IB)
• Minimum score of 26/42 from six (6) subjects, inclusive of any two (2) subjects of the following:
• Diploma/Advanced Diploma in related field
• Minimum CGPA 2.00, or its equivalent
• Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government
• Admission: Case by case basis
• Academic Requirements
• English Language Requirements
• For Local Students
• SPM English language
• English language 1119/O-Level English/IGCSE
• UEC English Language
• Academic qualification from a higher learning institution which uses the English Language as a medium of instruction can be exempted from English Language Requirement.
• 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
• Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
• Minimum score of 154
• Pearson Test of English
• Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS
• Minimum score of 107
• 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.

Career Prospects

• 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
• Industry Collaborations
• FAQ
• What can I do with this degree? Is it in demand?
• Can I become a Dietician or Nutritionist upon completion of this course?
• What facilities does UCSI University have for a Food Science with Nutrition programme?