Bachelor of Food Science (Hons)

With global population increase raising food scarcity concerns, our program emphasizes the importance of innovation and sustainability in tackling these issues. We provide you with the practical knowledge you need to redesign food systems, produce environmentally friendly products, and promote equal access to nutritious food for everyone through cutting-edge research and hands-on experiences.

Join us on a transformative journey with our Bachelor of Food Science (Honours) program, designed for students who are enthusiastic about using food to shape a healthier, more sustainable future. Discover the science of food processing, safety, nutrition, and sensory evaluation. Join us in pioneering ways to protect our planet's future while supporting communities throughout the world.



 

• Taylor’s Foundation in Science (FIS): Pass with min. CGPA 2.50. Min. CGPA 2.50 including Chemistry and Biology / Physics
• Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM): Min. CGPA 2.33 for 3 subjects; Min. CGPA 2.50 including Chemistry and Biology / Physics (with min. C in any of the above subjects)
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)*: Pass with min. 5Bs including Chemistry and Biology / Physics
• A Levels: Min. CDD / 200 points; Min. C and D from Chemistry and Biology / Physics
• South Australian Matriculation (SAM)/SACE International: ATAR 65 with min. Grade C+ in Chemistry and Biology / Physics
• Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Min. average of 70% in 6 subjects; Min. average of 60% in Chemistry and Biology / Physics
• International Baccalaureate (IB): Min. 24 points in 6 subjects including min. 5 points at Higher Level (HL) in Chemistry and Biology / Physics
• Matriculation in Science: Min. CGPA 2.33 for 3 subjects ; Min. CGPA 2.50 including Chemistry and Biology / Physics
• Other Qualifications**: Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

YEAR 1
Semester 1

• Principles of Life Sciences
• Organic Chemistry
• Introduction to Biostatistics
• Introduction to Food Science & Nutrition
• MPU (U1) - Module 1*
• MPU (U2)*

Semester 2

• Principles of Biochemistry
• Physical & Inorganic Chemistry
• Introduction to Microbiology
• Kitchen Operations I
• Introduction to Human Nutrition
• Short Semester
• MPU (U1) - Module 2*
• MPU (U3)*
• MPU (U4)*

YEAR 2
Semester 3

• Food Microbiology
• Food Chemistry
• Nutraceuticals & Functional Food
• Food Physics
• Elective

Semester 4

• Nutrition in Health & Diseases
• Nutritional Biochemistry
• Food Preservation
• Food & Nutrients Evaluation
• Food Processing

YEAR 3
Semester 5

• Techniques in Food / Nutrition Research
• Food Safety & Quality Management
• Sensory Evaluation
• Research Project I / Food Product Development I
• Elective

Semester 6

• Seminar in Food Science & Nutrition
• Introduction to Food Business Management
• Applied Nutrition
• Community Nutrition
• Research Project II / Food Product Development II

YEAR 4
Semester 7 

• Industrial Attachment

Electives

• Food Biotechnology
• Herbal Food
• Introduction to Accounting
• Introduction to Halal Food
• Introduction to Management
• Research & Laboratory Management
• Principles of Halal Food Management
• Principles of Marketing
• Selected Food Commodities: Chemistry & Technology

NOTE: * The Ministry of Education (MOE) requires all students to take Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU)(i.e. General Studies) which is categorised under U1, U2, U3 and U4 within the duration of their studies. U1 modules are prescribed by MOE whereas U2, U3 and U4 modules are from a list of University Core Modules (UCM) prescribed as per the Programme Guide.