Bachelor Degree

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Food Science

Programme Overview:

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.

Intake:

February, June & November

Duration:

3 years

Campus:

KL Main Campus (R2/0721/6/0019A) (10/28) (MQA/FA 3923) 

Entry Requirements:

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Programme Outline:
  • 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, Falsafah dan Isu Semasa, Academic English, Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban, English for Career Preparation, Entrepreneurship, Bahasa Kebangsaan A, Contemporary Malaysian Issues, Co-curricular

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
Fees & Financial Aids:

Estimated Total Fees: RM35,100 (Malaysian Student), RM61,200 (International Student)

The estimated total fees may vary by 10%. 

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Financial Aid

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Contact Us


FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES (FOAS)
TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN UNIVERSITY OF MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY
JALAN GENTING KELANG
SETAPAK
53300 KUALA LUMPUR

TELEPHONE: +603-41450123 Ext no. 3231
MOBILE PHONE: 011-1075 8544
FAX: 603-41423166
EMAIL : foas@tarc.edu.my

OPENING HOURS
8.30am - 5.30pm (Monday - Friday)

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