BSc (Hons) in Dietetics with Nutrition

Dietetics is the practical application of nutrition in promoting health and well-being. Since 2008, IMU has been at the forefront of exploring the critical role of nutrition in disease prevention and treatment while advancing knowledge to improve public health in Malaysia. With an adaptable and inclusive learning environment, IMU enables students to engage deeply with complex subjects through technology-enhanced learning tools, ensuring a seamless and enriching educational experience.

The lecturers in IMU’s Division of Nutrition and Dietetics are distinguished experts, having received research grants, contributed to high-impact publications, and established themselves as key opinion leaders in the field. As IMU offers the most extensive range of healthcare programmes in Malaysia, dietetics students are immersed in a diverse community of healthcare professionals, fostering valuable interdisciplinary connections. These relationships form the foundation of a strong professional network that benefits graduates throughout their careers.

IMU’s innovative curriculum provides early exposure to real-world work experiences, integrating hands-on learning through clinical and community-based projects. Additionally, students have the opportunity to participate in mobility programmes across clinical and community settings, further enhancing their practical skills and professional readiness for a career in dietetics.

• A-Levels: CDD (Including 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)
• STPM: Overall cGPA 2.50 (cGPA 2.33 In 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)
• Australian Matriculation: ATAR 70 (Including 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)
• NCEA Level 3: 65% aggregate (with 60% in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)
• Canadian Grade 12/13: 70% aggregate in 6 subjects (with an average of 60% in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): B in 5 subjects (Including 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)
• Australian University Foundation Programmes: 70% aggregate or ATAR 70 (with 60% in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)
• Indian Pre-University: 65% aggregate (minimum 60% in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)
• Ministry of Education Matriculation #: Overall cGPA 2.50 (cGPA 2.33 In 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)
• International Baccalaureate (IB): 26 points (Including 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)  
• American High School Diploma with Advanced Placement (AP): Overall cGPA 2.50 (cGPA 2.33 in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)  
• Foundation Studies #: IMU Foundation in Science / Foundation in Biosciences / Foundation in Engineering or equivalent Overall cGPA 2.50 (cGPA 2.33 in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics)  
• Degree: BSc in related field: cGPA 2.00  
• Diploma: Diploma in Science (including 2 science subjects); Diploma in related field – cGPA 2.75; Diploma in related field with a cGPA less than 2.75 and minimum 3 years of working experience in the same field

# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.

English Proficiency Requirements:

• MUET**: Band score of 3; or (For Malaysian students)  
• IELTS**: Overall band score of 5.5; or  
• TOEFL iBT**: Overall score of 46; or  
• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)**: Overall score of 162; or  
• Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)**: Overall score of 162; or  
• Cambridge Linguaskill**: Overall score of 160; or  
• Pearson Test of English (PTE)**: Overall score of 51; or  
• Credit Transfer: IELTS Overall band score of 7.0  

The following categories of students* are exempted from the English requirements:

Students who graduated from other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English Language for example:
Advanced Levels / Australian Matriculation / Australian University Foundation Year / Canadian Matriculation / International Baccalaureate / Foundation in Science / Other Pre-University Programmes from Local Higher Education Institutions

*ONLY applicable to those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia.
**Applicable to IMU local degree only.

Semester 1:

• General Chemistry
• Genetics
• Human Biology
• Organic Chemistry
• Professionalism in Nutrition & Dietetics
• Principles of Human Nutrition
• MPU 2: English for Health Sciences*
• MPU2: Bahasa Kebangsaan A**

Semester 2:

• Basic Biochemistry
• Food Culture & Nutrition
• Principles of Food Preparation
• Lifespan Nutrition
• Nutritional Assessment Methods
• Food Environment & Eating Behaviour MPU4: Social Responsibility

Semester 3:

• Nutrients & Metabolism
• Clinical Biochemistry
• Contemporary Nutrition
• Food Safety & Regulations
• Research Methods in Dietetics
• Nutrition, Health & Fitness
• Selective: Introduction to Healthcare Data Analytics / Exercise Physiology

Semester 4:

• Dietetics in Community
• Pathophysiology for Dietetics 1
• Medical Nutrition Therapy 1
• Food Service Management 1
• Sports Nutrition
• Scientific Communication in Nutrition
• Pharmacology for Dietetics

Semester 5:

• Education and Counselling in Dietetics
• Pathophysiology for Dietetics 2
• Medical Nutrition Therapy 2
• Research Project in Nutrition & Dietetics 1
• Entrepreneurship
• Selective: Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine / Physical Conditioning

Semester 6:

• Food Service Management 2
• Research Project in Nutrition & Dietetics 2
• Professional Practice in Dietetics
• Nutrition Care Process Skills Development

Semester 7 & 8:

• Dietetics Practicum 1
• Dietetics Practicum 2

MPU:

• MPU1: Penghayatan Etika & Peradaban / MPU 3143 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
• MPU1: Falsafah & Isu Semasa Integrity & Anti-Corruption Science