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ABOUT THE NUTRITION DEGREE
Nutrition is the science that deals with the study of foods and nutrients, and their effect on an individual from an environmental, socio-cultural, psychological and behavioural perspective. Nutrition also addresses consumer concerns on food and water safety, food quality and regulations.
The Nutrition programme from IMU equips students to pursue careers in various fields including industry, education, health promotion, research and journalism.
The curriculum accords strong emphasis not only on core nutrition modules, but also on key profession-supporting modules such as nutritional status assessment, diet-related non-communicable diseases, monitoring and evaluation of programmes, communication and marketing management.
IMU’s Nutrition programme provides students with a rigorous experience in research methodology and application for each stage of the research process and data management. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their completed research in scientific conferences and journals.
CAREER PATHWAYS
To know about the career pathways for nutritionists, see this infographic.
KEY FACTS
Degree
Nutrition degree from Partner University
Commencement
Total Duration
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
EXAMINATIONS
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REQUIREMENTS
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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 | 65% aggregate or TER / UAI / ENTER / ATAR 75 (In 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
NCEA Level 3 | 60% aggregate (with an average of 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 TER / UAI / ENTER / ATAR 75 (with an average of 60% in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
Indian Pre-University | 70% 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 in Science # | Overall cGPA 2.50 (cGPA 2.33 In 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/ or Physics / Mathematics (Foundation in Science / Foundation in Biosciences / Foundation in Engineering) |
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 fi eld 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 Language Requirement
MUET | Band score of 3* |
IELTS | Overall band score of 5.5*
Those who opt for overseas option must achieve an overall band score of 7.0. |
* ONLY applicable for those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia.
PARTNER UNIVERSITIES
As an assurance of a total commitment towards quality education in nutrition, the IMU maintains its relationship with partner university in Australia.
Australia
APPLICATION & REGISTRATION FEES
Malaysian Student (RM) | International Student (RM) | |
Application Fees | 150 | 500 |
Registration Fee | 850 | 2,000 |
Refundable Caution Deposit | 1,000 | 1,000 |
Tuition Fees | 117,000 | 121,200 |
- Application fee is payable upon submission of application.
- Registration fee and refundable caution deposit is payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office.
- As stipulated by Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education, international students will have to pay Student Visa Application fee of RM1,000 and Medical Health Check fee of RM250 and Visa endorsement fee (depending on nationality) upon registration. International students will also be required to pay Student Visa Renewal Administrative fee of RM140/year.
- Students must adhere to the “Policy on Payment of Fees”.
- All students are required to pay Student Association Fees of RM40 per semester.
FEE STRUCTURE
MALAYSIAN STUDENT
PROGRAMME | TOTAL DURATION (YEARS) | AT INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY (IMU) | AT PARTNER UNIVERSITY (PU) | GRAND TOTAL (RM) | ||
YEARS | TUITION FEE | ESTIMATED TUITION FEES AT PARTNER UNIVERSITY | ||||
TOTAL (RM) | YEARS | TOTAL ($) | ||||
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Nutrition (IMU) | 3 | 3 | 117,000 | - | - | - |
Credit transfer to Deakin University Bachelor of Nutrition Science |
3 | 2 | 78,000 | 1 | $35,600 | 185,832 |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
PROGRAMME | TOTAL DURATION (YEARS) | AT INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY (IMU) | AT PARTNER UNIVERSITY (PU) | GRAND TOTAL (RM) | ||
YEARS | TUITION FEE | ESTIMATED TUITION FEES AT PARTNER UNIVERSITY | ||||
TOTAL (RM) | YEARS | TOTAL ($) | ||||
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Nutrition (IMU) | 3 | 3 | 121,200 | - | - | - |
Credit transfer to Deakin University Bachelor of Nutrition Science | 3 | 2 | 80,800 | 1 | $35,600 | 188,632 |
- * Current estimates only.
- Exchange Rate
A$1 = RM 3.0290
NZ$1 = RM 2.7990
UK £1 = RM 5.4320
C$ = RM 3.1650
RMB 1 = RM 0.6316
EURO 1 = RM 4.9340 - Tuition and ancillary fees at partner university overseas are subject to annual increases
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Given the obesity epidemic and the rise in diet-related non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes, stroke, coronary heart disease, and cancers, there is a growing interest in healthy eating and disease prevention. Nutrition concerns have become an important factor in food choices.
- More people are turning to nutritionists for expert advice. Both government agencies and private companies are continually looking for qualified nutritionists for guidance in health promotion, nutrition education and communication.
- Join a profession that can bring about a direct impact on the nutritional wellbeing of individuals and society.
Semester contents are available in the programme brochure [Download Brochure]
- With the university’s strong emphasis on the problem-based learning model, nutrition students will also be trained to engage stimulating
issues and work as a team toward resolving the challenges. - In keeping with the reputation of the university academic programmes, the nutrition curriculum is also driven by outcomesbased approaches to student learning. Students are trained to have the essential knowledge, skills and work ethics to meet market demands for nutritionists.
- Our nutrition curriculum was developed leveraging on the strengths of well-renowned nutrition programmes world-wide. It is structured to prepare students with the intellectual and functional competencies to cope with multiple demands of the nutritionist.
The nutrition programme utilises a combination of teaching and learning approaches, including lectures, tutorials, practical classes, computer-aided learning (CAL), e-learning portal, seminars, debates, problem-based learning, field visits, group and individual assignments and presentations in the community.
The faculty comprises well-qualified lecturers with vast experiences in teaching, research, publications, working in partnership with the government and industry in Malaysia and internationally. Expert research areas of the faculty include maternal and child nutrition, micronutrients, dietary lipids and diet-disease relationships. The nutrition programme also receives teaching support from experienced staff in IMU with respect to teaching basic sciences and
other modules.
Students will be assessed through class tests, end of semester examinations, practical work, reports, assignments, problem-based learning, projects, presentations, and thesis for the final year projects.
Students are required to undergo industrial placements scheduled in the 6th semester. Students will be attached to appropriate community level in collaboration with the industry partners, government, private associations, non-governmental organisations or related international agencies.
Semester contents are available in the programme brochure [Download Brochure]
The medium of instruction is English. Students who come from a system of education in which the medium of instruction is not English are strongly recommended to improve their proficiency in English by making their own arrangements to attend additional English Language classes before entering IMU.
The Bachelor of Science (Hons) Nutrition degree is awarded by IMU.
In the past decade, the government of Malaysia has substantially expanded its nutrition programmes and number of nutritionists to address diet-related challenges in the country. Increasing public interests in nutrition and health-promoting products have led the food and related industries and businesses to create more job opportunities for nutritionists. Nutritionists are well–placed to be employed in different settings in Malaysia and internationally.
Community Nutrition
Nutritionists are employed by government agencies and private organisations for community nutrition activities. These include assessment of nutritional status; formulation and evaluation of nutrition programmes; development of training manuals and guidelines, conduct of nutrition education and health promotion, undertake surveys and research, and coordinating nutrition intervention activities. Community settings include schools, work places (e.g. offices and factories), orphanages and homes, as well as rural and urban populations of concern.
Industry and Businesses
There are diverse roles for nutritionists in the food industry, ranging from regulatory roles to ensure nutritional claims and product labelling are appropriate, to being involved in nutrition research for supporting new product claims. The food industry also engages nutritionists for marketing, advertising, advisory and communication roles.
The wellness industry in Malaysia is growing rapidly in tandem with the increase in people becoming more health conscious. The wellness business offers career opportunities for nutritionists in providing healthcare services and products to individuals and corporates. The fitness industry and sports nutrition industry are also fast growing in Malaysia, as increasingly more fitness clubs and exercise facilities are set up. Nutritionists have advisory roles in these businesses on matters related to body composition, weight management, energy and nutrient requirements, and dietary supplements.
University / Research Institutions
A career in an academic institution is for those interested in teaching, research, scientific writing, giving presentations and building capacity
in training future nutritionists. For those who wish to focus on research, they may explore working in research institutions in the public sector (e.g. Institute for Medical Research, Institute of Public Health), or the private sector (e.g. food and healthcare industry).
Consultancy
Nutritionists with sufficient experience can offer consultancy in nutrition services, education and advocacy to the corporate and government sectors, professional societies and the mass media. Freelance nutritionists may be engaged to offer nutrition screenings, education, and healthy lifestyle management to individuals and in group settings.
You can apply using forecast or actual results.
ENQUIRIES? CONTACT US
APPLY NOW
Interested in applying for one of our programmes?
You will need to prepare the following documents for your application:
- Verified copies of your academic qualifications
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
These supporting documents needs to be attached electronically to your application. Please note that all of our programmes require payment of a non-refundable application fee after the application has been submitted. Application will only be processed once the payment for application fee has been made.
We wish you all the best with your application, and hope we will be welcoming you into one of our programmes soon!
WHY STUDY NUTRITION AT IMU

An Established Private Healthcare University

Build Your Future Healthcare Professional Network

Well-Known Faculty Members

Training Future Leaders

Opportunity for Work Life Experience and Student Mobility
“Our Nutrition programme prepares students to meet the needs for nutritionists by government agencies, industry, universities, research institutions, mass media and businesses involved with food, nutrition, wellness, fitness and health”
DR MEGAN CHONG HUEH ZAN
Senior Lecturer and Programme Director
BSc (Nutrition & Community Health) (Mal), PhD (Nutritional Science) (Mal)