BACHELOR OF NUTRITION SCIENCE WITH HONOURS
Bachelor of Nutrition Science with Honours (UK6726006)
(MQA/SWA 13994)
Introduction
Nutrition is a multidisciplinary field that provides an understanding of how food intake can affect health. Nutrition begins with a strong foundation of nutritional science knowledge, encompassing how food is produced and processed, the types of nutrients obtained from food, factors influencing food choices, and the metabolic effects of food intake on health. Qualified Nutritionists are highly needed in promoting nutrition and healthy lifestyles as well as in the prevention of chronic diseases. This program complies with the requirements of the Allied Health Professions Act 2016 (Act 774).
Career Prospects
- Nutrition Science Officer at Ministry of Health facilities
- Health Clinic
- District Health Office
- State Health Department
- Institute for Public Health
- Medical Research Institute
- National Lactation Centre
- Putrajaya Hospital
- Nutrition Division
- Food Safety and Quality Division
- Disease Control Division
- Allied Health Sciences Division
- Nutritionist in the Food Industry
- Nutrition Consultant in Pharmacies
- Nutrition Journalist
- Nutritionist in Beauty and Fitness Centers
- Public Health Nutritionist
- Entrepreneur in Catering and Food Products
Program Accreditation
Entry Requirements
Matriculation/ Foundation applicant
- Obtained at least a CGPA of 3.00 at the KPM Matriculation / Foundation level;
and
- Obtained at least a Grade B- (GP 2.67) in:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematic and
- Obtained at least a Grade B- (GP 2.67) in:
- Obtained at least Band 3.00 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of 2021 according to its validity period of 5 years from the date the test results are released
or
- Band 5.5 in IELTS
or
iBT score of 46 in TOEFL
and
- Pass the test and/or interview set by the faculty.
STPM Applicant
- Obtained at least a Grade B- (GP 2.67) in:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics (M) / Mathematics (T)
and
- Obtained at least Band 3.00 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of 2021 according to its validity period of 5 years from the date the test results are released
or
- Band 5.5 in IELTS
or
- iBT score of 46 in TOEFL
and
- Pass the test and/or interview set by the faculty.
Diploma or Equivalent Applicant
- Possess a Diploma in Science / Health Sciences / Nursing / Medical Science / Equivalent Diploma from an Educational Institution or Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia College recognized by the University and the Malaysian Government
and
- Obtained at least a CGPA of 3.50
and
- Candidates must submit academic transcripts from Semester 1 to the final Semester
and
- Obtained at least Band 3.00 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of 2021 according to its validity period of 5 years from the date the test results are released
or
- Band 5.5 in IELTS
or
- iBT score of 46 in TOEFL
and
- Pass the test and/or interview set by the faculty.
A-Level Applicant
- Obtained at least a CGPA of 3.00 at the A-Level;
and
- Obtained at least a Grade B- (GP 2.67) in:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
and
- Obtained at least Band 3.00 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of 2021 according to its validity period of 5 years from the date the test results are released
or
- Band 5.5 in IELTS
or
- iBT score of 46 in TOEFL
and
- Pass the test and/or interview set by the faculty.
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBD) Applicant
- Pass the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 30;
and
- At least a score of 5 at the High Level (HL) for:
- Biology
- Physics
- Mathematics (HL)
and
- Pass other subjects at the Standard Level (SL).
and
- Obtained at least Band 3.00 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of 2021 according to its validity period of 5 years from the date the test results are released
or
- Band 5.5 in IELTS
or
- iBT score of 46 in TOEFL
and
- Pass the test and/or interview set by the faculty.
(OFFERS ARE ONLY OPEN THROUGH UKMSHAPE ONLY)
AUSMAT/ SAM/ CPU Applicant
- Possess AUSMAT / SAM / CPU qualification
and
- Obtained at least a Grade B- in:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematical Studies / Specialist Mathematics / Mathematics
and
- Obtained at least Band 3.00 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of 2021 according to its validity period of 5 years from the date the test results are released
or
- Band 5.5 in IELTS
or
- iBT score of 46 in TOEFL
and
- Pass the test and/or interview set by the faculty.
(OFFERS ARE ONLY OPEN THROUGH UKMSHAPE ONLY)
International Applicants
- Complete 12 years of Primary and High School education; and
- Obtain High School (e.g. Higher Secondary Certificate, Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate, Tawjihiyah, Ijazah Sekolah Menengah Atas, High School Diploma)
- Required subjects Any 3 subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics / Physics
- Obtained at least Band 3.00 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of 2021 according to its validity period of 5 years from the date the test results are released
OR
- Band 5.5 in IELTS
OR
- iBT score of 46 in TOEFL
- Pass the test and/or interview set by the faculty
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Fees Structure
Malaysian
First Semester = RM 2,390.00
Subsequents Semester = RM 1,190.00
Total (min 8 semester) = RM 10,720
Malaysian UKMi
Registraion Fees = RM 2,000.00
Study Fees = RM 10,400.00
Sunsequent Semester = RM 8,600.00
Total fees (min 8 Semester) = RM 72,600.00
International
Registration Fees = RM 2,520.00
Study Fees = RM 12,400.00
Subsequent Semester = RM 11,800.00
Total Fees (min 8 Semester) = RM 97,520.00
Nutrition Science Members
Academician
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hanis Mastura Yahya
Nutrition and Cognitive Function / Nutrition for the Elderly(CV)
+603-9289 7509
hanis.yahya@ukm.edu.my
Prof. Dr. Poh Bee Koon
Child and Adolescent Nutrition / Physical Activity and Energy Expenditure / Obesity
(CV)+603-9289 7686
pbkoon@ukm.edu.my
Prof. Dr. Ruzita Abd Talib
Nutrition Promotion and Communication / Community Nutrition / Obesity Intervention (CV)+603-9289 8035/7512
rzt@ukm.edu.my
Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Razinah Sharif @ Mohd Sharif
Nutrigenomics/ Toxicology Risk Assessment (CV)+603-9289 7259
razinah@ukm.edu.my
Assoc. Prof. Ts Dr. Hasnah Haron
Food Analysis / Product Development and Food Sensory / Food Safety / Soy and Health (CV)+603-9289 7457
hasnaharon@ukm.edu.my
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Razif Shahril
Nutritional Epidemiology / Diet and Non-Communicable Diseases (Cancer) / Nutrition Education and Intervention (CV) +603-9289
razifshahril@ukm.edu.my
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wong Jyh Eiin
Determination of Diet Quality and Patterns / Development and Evaluation of Diet and Physical Activity Assessment Methods / Anthropometric Assessment (CV)+603-9289 7683
wjeiin@ukm.edu.my
Dr. Sameeha Mohd Jamil
Food Marketing / intervention in Reducing The Demand for Unhealthy Foods in Supermarkets (CV) +603-9289 8079
sameeha@ukm.edu.my
Dr. Lim See Meng
Functional Food / Food Sustainability / Obesity and Metabolic Health (CV)+603-9289 7833
smlim@ukm.edu.my
Dr. Nurul Fatin Malek Rivan
Nutrition for the Elderly / Sarcopenia / Cognitive Frailty / Cognitive Function and Epidemiology (CV) +603-9289 8076
fatinmalek@ukm.edu.my
Health Education Program
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Caryn Chan Mei Hsien
Psychosocial Oncology (CV)
+603 9289 7079
caryn@ukm.edu.my
Dr Siau Ching Sin
Mental Health and Suicide (CV)
chingsin.siau@ukm.edu.my
Support Staff
Marisazam Salleh
+603-9289 8036
m.azamsalleh@ukm.edu.my
A. Razak Muda
+603-9289 7943
Marsita Omar
+603-9289 7655
marsita@ukm.edu.my
Siti Mariam Mohamad
+603-9289 7108
Distinguish Alumni
Penolong Pengarah Kanan (Pemakanan) Jabatan Kesihatan Negeri Pulau Pinang, Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia
Thirukkanesh Sanvashivam
Chai Wen Jin
SENIOR SPORTS NUTRITIONIST
Pusat Perubatan Sukan Negara
Iliani Ahmad
REGULATORY & SCIENTIFIC AFFAIRS MANAGER,
Nestle Manufacturing (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.
contact us
Any inquries contact us
kpsainspemakanan@ukm.edu.my
Nutrition Science
Faculty of Health Science
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Jalan Raja Muda Abd Aziz
50300 Kuala Lumpur
+603-9289 8035