Bachelor of Science (Hons) Food Science with Nutrition

UCSI University

Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jan, May, Jul, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM85,070

Course Highlights

  • Explore the science behind food production, development and safety
  • 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2020
  • Numerous award-winning professors, with 5 professors ranked in Stanford's World's Top 2% Scientists
  • Ranked #265 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Course Structure

  • 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
  • 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
  • Fundamentals of Marketing
  • Introduction to Public Speaking
  • Introduction to Internet Technologies
  • Enzyme Technology
  • Fermentation Technology and Downstream Processing
  • Nutrition and Functional Food
  • Nutrition, Food and Society

Entry 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 Level: 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
  • 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.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM400

RM200

  • PROMO

Tuition fees

RM85,070

Other miscellaneous fees

RM13,090

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM98,060

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