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Bachelor (Hons) Nutrition with Wellness
UCSI University
Program overview
The Bachelor (Hons) Nutrition with Wellness at UCSI University Malaysia is ideal for those interested in the relationship between food, health, and disease treatment. It offers a comprehensive curriculum in nutritional sciences and prepares students for careers in various health and professional industries. Whether it's nutrition and wellness, health and fitness advisory, sales and marketing, health education, or government policy, this program equips students with the skills to excel in their chosen field.
Entry Requirements
STPM: Minimum GPAs of 2.33 in any TWO (2) of these subjects:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, equivalent , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment
Future Careers
Health and Nutrition Advisor, Nutrition Educator, Public Health Nutritionist, Nutrition Consultant/ Private Practice, Nutrition Executives (Sales and Marketing), Nutrition and Wellness Coach, School Nutritionists, Weight Management Nutritionist, Nutrition Health Expert (Media), Nutrition Programme Developer, Researcher/Academic.
Curriculum
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Year 1
- University Life
- Introduction to Food Science
- Basic Food Preparation
- Principles of Nutrition
- Malaysian Experiential Tourism
- Microbiology
- Food and Beverage Management
- Nutrition, Food and Society
- Human Physiology
- Food Safety and Legislation
- Elective I – Free Elective
- Elective II – Field Elective
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1
Year 2
- Sports Nutrition and Physical Activity
- Food Composition and Analysis
- Health Psychology
- Nutrition and Metabolism
- Food Security and Policy
- Nutrition and Health Promotion
- Nutritional Assessment
- Nutrition Education
- Research Methods and Data Analysis
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 2
- Cooperative Placement I
- Elective III - Free Elective
- Elective IV – Field Elective
Year 3
- Seminar: Current topics in Nutrition and Wellness
- Basic Nutritional Epidemiology
- Nutritional Immunology and Genetics
- Diet and Diseases
- Principles of Wellness Coaching
- Community Project
- Final Year Project Paper 1
- Final Year Project Paper 2
- Final Year Project Paper 3
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 3
- Cooperative Placement 2
- Elective V - Field Elective
Elective Courses (Choose 3 Field Electives and 2 Free Electives)
Free Electives
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- Introduction to Public Speaking
- One to One Marketing
- E-Marketing
- Entrepreneurship for Applied Sciences
- Food Microbiology
- Food Processing & Packaging
Field Electives
- Principles of Health and Wellness
- Functional Food for Wellness
- Complementary and Alternative Therapies in Wellness
- Wellness for Healthy Aging
General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.
U1
For foreign students:
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
- (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)
Available scholarships
International Student Tuition Fee Rebate
Up to 20% coverage
Up to 20% Tuition Fee Reduction: Students may Submit a request to apply for the discount Upon arrival in Malaysia, and following the completion of the registration process.
Entry requirements
Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.
Typically IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.
Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.
Career opportunities
- Research scientist
- Lab specialist
- Quality analyst
- Biotechnologist
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