Bachelor in Nutrition (Hons)
About the Course
The increased prevalence of overweight and obesity together with other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) has led to more attention given to the role of nutrition in preventing chronic diseases. The current shift towards preventive healthcare, where nutrition plays a key role, leads to more people being interested in taking charge of their health through diet and nutrition.
The demand for nutrition professions is also on the rise not limited at the healthcare centers or community health organizations, but include corporate sectors, nutrition journalism, sports nutrition and fitness especially on wellness or weight management and managing chronic diseases.
The curriculum of Bachelor in Nutrition programme at MSU aims to produce graduates competent in handling not only common nutritional problems but also capable of decision-making in clinical and community nutrition. The innovative and constructive learning environment at Management and Science University, including mobility program offered with partner universities will assist you in graduating with a host of skills including a wide range of transferable communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
The industrial component of the programme may be conducted locally or abroad through the MSU Global Internship programme, which will further amplify your future employability.
Entry Requirements
You will need to pass STPM/Matriculation/A-Level/Pre-University or equivalent, with at least a C (2.50 CGPA) in Biology/Physics and Chemistry, and to pass SPM with a credit or equivalent in five (5) subjects including three (3) from Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, and English;
Or to obtain a Diploma in related field, with at least 2.75 CGPA, accompanied by at least 3 years (36 months) working experience in a relevant field if CGPA is below 2.75; or obtain other qualifications recognized as equivalent.
International students must achieve at least 6.00 in IELTS or 550 in TOEFL or equivalent.
Duration of Study
4 years
Credit Hours
136 Credit
Recognition
(R2/0915/6/0013) (08/26) (MQA/A9358)
*Graduates can immediately apply as Registered Nutritionist with the Malaysian Allied Health Professional Council upon completion of study
Fees
RM80,000 - RM85,000
*The stated fees are estimation on overall completion of the program. In any cases where there are credit exemptions, offered rebates or approval of scholarship applications, there will be considerable reduction in the fees
Among the Courses Offered
Year One
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Biochemistry and Basic Genetic
- Health Nutrition
- Introduction to Food Science
- Nutrition Through Life Cycle
Year Two
- Food and Nutrient Analysis
- Nutrition and Metabolism
- Assessment of Nutritional Status
- Nutrition Communication and Counselling
- Nutrigenomics
Year Three
- Health Promotion and Education for Nutrition
- Contemporary Issues in Nutrition
- Sports Nutrition
- Nutrition Therapy
- Food Security
Year Four
- Nutrition Internship
Career Prospects
- Nutritionist
- Public Health Educator
- Wellness Counsellor
- Corporate Nutritionist
- Scientific Writer/Journalist
- Food Scientist
- Food Quality Control Manager
- Researcher
- Academician
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