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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Food Science

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology
Setapak, Kuala Lumpur
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This programme applies the pure science subjects, such as chemistry, biochemistry, nutrition, biology and microbiology to the study of the nature, properties and composition of foods. It also covers the changes which they undergo during storage and processing including transformation into safe and quality food products for consumers. Graduates will be given exposures to areas in functional foods leading to healthy and vibrant lifestyle. In addition, this programme prepares graduates with advanced laboratory skills and current techniques in food science including those related to safety practices and standards, leading to the professionalism in the area of food science.

Graduates of this programme, therefore, will have developed a range of skills which will enable them to occupy production and managerial positions in food and food-related industries, consulting laboratories, government organisations and regulatory bodies. This programme also aims to prepare technically competent graduates to venture into entrepreneurship and new product developments in food industry.


Campus:
KL Main Campus


Career Prospects:
  • Food Technologists
  • Food Chemists
  • Quality Control/Assurance Executives
  • Food Product Development Specialists
  • Food Product Specialists
  • Nutrition Executives
  • Food Microbiologists
  • Food Researchers
  • Food Services Executives
  • Industrial/Retail Buyers
  • Marketing & Sales Executives

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Course Summary

Intake

Feb, Jun, Nov

Course Fees (estimated)

RM 38,400

Course Duration

3 years

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  1. STPM - Grade C in 2 relevant subjects which must include Chemistry
  2. A Level - Grade D in 2 relevant subjects which must include Chemistry
  3. UEC - Grade B in 5 relevant subjects which must include Chemistry
  4. TAR UMT - Foundation in Science (Track A / Track B) OR Diploma in Food Science
  5. Other IHL - Relevant Foundation/ Diploma accredited by MQA


Compulsory subjects:
(1), (2), (3) and (5) must include -
  • SPM Pass/ O Level Grade E (Pass) in Mathematics##/ UEC Grade C in one mathematics subject## AND
  • SPM Pass/ O Level Grade E (Pass)/ UEC Grade C in English Language**

**Grade C and above in AELE0364 English Language conducted by TAR UMT is accepted as having fulfilled the English Language requirement for applicants who fail English Language at SPM/O Level/ UEC.

##Grade C and above in AMMS0104 General Mathematics conducted by TAR UMT is accepted as having fulfilled the mathematics requirement for applicants who fail the required mathematics subject at SPM/O Level/UEC.


Note:
  • Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of Bachelor Degree.
  • TAR UMT Diploma will be accepted on credit transfer into Bachelor Degree programmes.
  • Equivalent qualifications/qualifications from other Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Subject to the Ministry of Education latest requirements.
Malaysian Student - RM 38,400
International Student - RM 66,600
 
The estimated total fees may vary by 10%
  • Introduction to Food Science
  • Food Chemistry 
  • Food Analysis
  • Food Physics
  • Microbiology
  • Food Microbiology 
  • Unit Operations in Food Processing
  • Food Processing Technology
  • Food Biotechnology
  • Sensory Evaluation
  • Food Quality Assurance and Food Safety
  • Food Product Development
  • Food Preservation
  • Food Fermentation
  • Human Nutrition
  • Nutritional Assessment
  • Fundamentals of Biology and Biochemistry
  • Metabolic Biochemistry
  • Fundamentals of Molecular Biology
  • Physical + Analytical Chemistry
  • Organic + Inorganic Chemistry
  • Instrumental Methods of Food Analysis
  • Calculus and Algebra
  • Statistical Methods for Scientific Analysis
  • Project
  • Industrial Training


Elective:
  • Nutrition and Health
  • Sport Nutrition I
  • Applied Statistics
  • Contemporary Issues in Health and Nutrition
  • Therapeutic Nutrition
  • Food Toxicology
  • Nutritional Immunology
  • Sport Nutrition II


Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:
English for Tertiary Studies, Tamadun Islam dan Asia, Academic English, Hubungan Etnik, English for Career Preparation, Entrepreneurship, Bahasa Kebangsaan A, Contemporary Malaysian Issues, Co-curricular
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