Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Feb, Apr, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM121,080
Course Highlights
- Insights from industry experts ensure an industry-relevant curriculum, along with partnerships from companies such as Nestle, Yeo Hiap Seng and F&N for internship placements
- Taylor’s Curriculum Framework allows you to take on a minor in areas such as nutrition, biotechnology and culinary arts to complement your Food Science Degree
- Get an internationally recognised curriculum with the option to transfer overseas to established universities in the UK, New Zealand or Australia
- Grow with the support of Taylor'sphere, a well-balanced ecosystem and community that nurtures your intellect, craft and practical wisdom
Course Structure
Common Core
- Introduction to Food Science & Nutrition
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Cell Biology
- Principles of Biochemistry
- Food Chemistry
- Food Physics
- Food Microbiology
- Introduction to Biostatistics
Common Core
- Food & Nutrients Evaluation
- Techniques in Food/Nutrition Research
- Food Processing
- Food Preservation
- Food Product Development
- Sensory Evaluation
- Food Safety & Quality Management
Common Core
- Research Project
- Industrial Training
University Core Subjects
- Social Innovation Project
- Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
- Emotional Intelligence in Action
- Kursus Integriti Dan Antirasuah
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Note: Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM
Flexible Education
You will need to choose one of the packages below
1. Minor: You will need to select any Minor packages offered by Taylor's University. Some of the suggested Minors are as stated below.
- Marketing
- Management
- Psychology
- Education
- Entrepreneurship
- Mass Communication
- Culinary Arts
- Culinary Science
- Nutrition with Wellness
- Sustainable Food Systems
AND Choose any two (2) Free Electives offered by Taylor’s University
2. Second Major: You will need to select any Second Major packages offered by Taylor's University. We have provided some suggested Second Majors below
- Education
- Psychology
- Creative Media Design
3. Free Electives: You will need to select any seven (7) of the Free Electives offered by Taylor's University
Note: Modules offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite
Entry Requirements
Entry Pathway
- Taylor's Foundation in Science (FIS): Pass with min. CGPA 2.00 including (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry
- Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM): Min. CGPA 2.00 for 2 subjects including (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Pass with min. 5Bs including (ANY 2): Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry
- A Level: Min. DD including min. D each in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry
- AUSMAT SACEi): ATAR 60 with min. Grade C+ each in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry
- Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Min. average of 60% in 6 subjects including 65% each in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry
- International Baccalaureate (IB): Min. 24 points in 6 subjects including min. 5 points at Higher Level (HL) in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry
- Matriculation in Science: Min. CGPA 2.00 for 3 subjects including (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry
- MUFY: Overall 50% including (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry
- Other Qualifications:
- Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Application via APEL A is allowed.
Prerequisites
- SPM/O-Level with Pre-University/Foundation:
- Pass SPM / SPMV / O-Level or equivalent with 5 credits (Except for UEC).
- SPM / O-Level with Diploma:
- Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification.
Local Students
- IELTS: Band 5.5
- MUET: Band 3
- Pre-University / Diploma: Completed Pre-University / Diploma that was conducted in English
- Cambridge English / ELS: The minimum score varies by programme
International Students
- IELTS: Band 5.5
- TOEFL iBT: 46
- PTE: 51
- Linguaskill: 160
- Pre-University / Foundation in Science: Completed Pre-University / Foundation in Science programme that was conducted in English
- Cambridge English / ELS: The minimum score varies by programme
Note: International students may join the IEN Preparatory Course and achieve the IELTS score.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM650
Tuition fees
RM121,080
Other miscellaneous fees
RM60
Total payable amount
RM121,790
Other savings
Up to RM8,000