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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Dietetics with Nutrition
KPT/JPT(R2/726/6/0021)09/2029 | MQA/A8176
Commencement
Jul & Sep
Degree/Duration
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Dietetics with Nutrition (IMU):
4 years
Degree from Partner Universities:
4 years
Master the Application of Dietetics
Dietetics is the practical application of nutrition in promoting health. Since 2008, IMU has been at the forefront of uncovering the pivotal role of nutrition in disease prevention and treatment, while expanding the boundaries of knowledge to enhance human health in Malaysia. With IMU’s adaptable and inclusive learning environment, effortlessly delve deep into intricate subjects using technology-enhanced learning tools for a seamless educational experience.
Why Study Dietetics with Nutrition at IMU?
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AN ESTABLISHED PRIVATE HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY
IMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. IMU achieved the SETARA-2018/19 Tier 6 status (Outstanding) under the Mature University category.
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TRAINING FUTURE LEADERS
Our curriculum provides opportunity to develop leadership and team working skills due to strong emphasis on Interprofessional learning and group projects. The courses place great emphasis on building good communication skills through various oral presentation, case study discussions, training with simulated and real life patients.
03
WELL-KNOWN FACULTY MEMBERS
The lecturers in the Division of Nutrition and Dietetics are recipients of research grants, high impact publications and key opinion leaders in the field of nutrition and dietetics.
04
BUILD YOUR FUTURE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
As IMU offers the widest range of healthcare programmes, our students are fully immersed in a vibrant community of students and practitioners from a variety of healthcare fields. This allows for the development of strong friendship amongst peers that will be the foundation of an extensive healthcare professional network upon graduation.
05
OPPORTUNITY for WORK LIFE EXPERIENCE and STUDENT MOBILITY
The innovative curriculum offers early exposure to work experience and hands-on opportunity to enhance skills through clinical and community projects. There are also opportunities for student mobility programmes in clinical and community setting which improves work preparedness of the graduates.
Entry Requirements
Pre-University Examination
Requirements
| Examinations | | | Requirements | ||||||
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| A-Levels | CDD (Including 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| STPM | Overall cGPA 2.50 (cGPA 2.33 In 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| Australian Matriculation |
ATAR 70 (Including 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| NCEA Level 3 | 65% aggregate (with 60% in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| 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) |
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| Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) |
B in 5 subjects (Including 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| Australian University Foundation Programmes |
70% aggregate or ATAR 70 (with 60% in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| Indian Pre-University |
65% aggregate (minimum 60% in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| Ministry of Education Matriculation # |
Overall cGPA 2.50 (cGPA 2.33 In 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| International Baccalaureate (IB) |
26 points (Including 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| 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) |
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| Foundation Studies # |
IMU Foundation in Science / Foundation in Biosciences / Foundation in Engineering or equivalent Overall cGPA 2.50 (cGPA 2.33 in 2 subjects from: Biology; and/or Chemistry; and/or Physics / Mathematics) |
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| Degree | BSc in related field: cGPA 2.00 |
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| Diploma | | | Diploma in Science (including 2 science subjects); Diploma in related field – cGPA 2.75; Diploma in related field with a cGPA less than 2.75 and minimum 3 years of working experience in the same field |
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CDD
Including 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
Overall cGPA 2.50
cGPA 2.33 in 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
ATAR 70
Including 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
70% aggregate or ATAR 70
with 60% in 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
70% aggregate in 6 subjects
with an average of 60% in 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
BSc in related field
cGPA 2.00
Diploma in Science (including 2 science subjects);
Diploma in related field – cGPA 2.75;
Diploma in related field with a cGPA less than 2.75 and minimum 3 years of working experience in the same field
IMU Foundation in Science / Foundation in Biosciences / Foundation in Engineering or equivalent
Overall cGPA 2.50 with cGPA 2.33 in 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
65% aggregate
minimum 60% in 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
26 points
Including 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
Overall cGPA 2.50
cGPA 2.33 In 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
65% aggregate
with 60% in 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
Overall cGPA 2.50
cGPA 2.33 In 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
B in 5 subjects
Including 2 subjects from:
- Biology; and/or
- Chemistry; and/or
- Physics / Mathematics
# 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 Examination
Requirements
| Examinations | | | Requirements | ||||||
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| MUET** | Band score of 3; or (For Malaysian students) |
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| IELTS** | Overall band score of 5.5; or |
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| TOEFL iBT** | Overall score of 46; or |
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| Cambridge English : Advanced (CAE)** |
Overall score of 162; or |
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| Cambridge English : Proficiency (CPE)** |
Overall score of 162; or |
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| Cambridge Linguaskill** |
Overall score of 160; or |
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| Pearson Test of English (PTE)** |
Overall score of 51; or |
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| Credit Transfer | | | IELTS Overall band score of 7.0 |
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Overall score of 162
Overall score of 162
Overall score of 160
IELTS Overall band score of 7.0
Overall band score of 5.5
Band score of 3
(For Malaysian students)
Overall score of 51
Overall score of 46
The following categories of students* are exempted from the English requirements:
Students who graduated from other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English Language for example:
Advanced Levels / Australian Matriculation / Australian University Foundation Year / Canadian Matriculation / International Baccalaureate / Foundation in Science / Other Pre-University Programmes from Local Higher Education Institutions
*ONLY applicable to those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia.
**Applicable to IMU local degree only.
Note: Please note that achieving the minimum Entry and English requirements as stated does not guarantee you admission into any of IMU’s programmes. Please refer to our Student Admissions Policy for more information.
Programme Structure
- Curriculum is reviewed periodically and subject to change.
- MPU modules are compulsory, imposed by the Ministry of Higher Education under the Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996 (Act 555). Every student must pass all modules as a prerequisite for the awarding of the degree.
- Students in the final year are required to undertake professional training in food service, community nutrition and clinical dietetics in a variety of healthcare and community settings.
Fee Structure
| Fee | Malaysian Student (RM) | International Student (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 150 | 500 |
| Registration Fee | 850 | 2,000 |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | 1,000 | 1,000 |
- Application fee is payable upon submission of application
- Registration fee and refundable caution deposit are payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office
- As stipulated by the Malaysian Ministry of Education, international students are required to pay Student Visa Application fee of RM3,000 AND personal bond (depending on nationality) upon registration
- International students will also be required to pay Student Visa Renewal fee every year
- Students must adhere to the Policy on Payment of Fees
- All students are required to pay Student Association Fees of RM40 per semester
- All tuition and ancillary fees are subject to annual increases, currency exchange rates, and exclusive of levy and bridging fees (if any)
- Application fee and Registration fee is nonrefundable
- All students who are applying for the National Higher Education Fund (NHEF) loans are required to pay their semester fees in FULL by the due date stated in the invoice.
| Malaysian Student Tuition Fees |
International Student Tuition Fees |
Estimated Tuition Fees at Partner University |
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| Bachelor of Science (Hons) in | 8 semesters, 4 years | 8 semesters, 4 years | – | ||||||
| Dietetics with Nutrition (IMU) | RM25,875 per semester, | RM27,000 per semester, | – | ||||||
| Total Duration: 4 years | RM51,750 per year | RM54,000 per year | |||||||
| Credit Transfer to The University of Newcastle | 4 semesters, 2 years | 4 semesters, 2 years | 4 semesters, 2 years | ||||||
| Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics (Honours) | RM25,875 per semester, | RM27,000 per semester, | AUD 42,520 | ||||||
| Total Duration: 4 years | RM51,750 per year | RM54,000 per year | |||||||
| Credit Transfer to Griffith University | 4 semesters, 2 years | 4 semesters, 2 years | 4 semesters, 2 years | ||||||
| Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics | RM25,875 per semester, | RM27,000 per semester, | AUD 41,500 | ||||||
| Total Duration: 4 years | RM51,750 per year | RM54,000 per year | |||||||
- Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition at Rutgers University: USD59,214 which include tuition fee for 16 months, International Students fee and other fees
Meet Our Partner Universities
Our Industrial Partners
The curriculum structure is constantly updated to meet the ever-changing industries’ needs and includes research-led teaching to deliver evidence-based knowledge and practice in the industry. Students will have the opportunity to undergo industrial training in the related sectors in their final semester. They will also be able to collaborate with industry or/and researcher in related project in their final year.
Hear from Our Students and Alumni
Dietetics with Nutrition in IMU has taught me 2 keys things; character development and strong work ethics. This has helped me maintain my standard as Clinical Dietitian in the government sector today. The close relationship with the passionate lecturers sharing their wisdom will always be cherished in my mind.
Abdul Rahman Bin Mohamed
Alumnus
The IMU Dietetics with Nutrition programme has indeed prepared me well to enter the working world. With the intensive clinical practicum training by the Clinical Instructors and lecturers.
Gursharon Kaur Gill
Student
I am glad to meet experienced, and friendly lecturers who have worked in a related field in the past. This has inspired me to be a competent dietitian in the future. With this, it prepares me for future work life after graduation.
Kee Ling Xuan
Second Year Student
I have always been fascinated by how nutrition can impact human health, which is the main question that leads me to my journey in IMU. It is also one of the best decisions that I have made for myself. Studying Dietetics with Nutrition in IMU made me realise that it is not just about the knowledge that is valuable, but what comes together with the knowledge.
Ong Yee Ping
Final Year Student
Frequently Asked Questions
- Verified copies of your academic qualifications
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
- Globally, obesity and diet-related diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancers are on the rise due to increase affluence and sedentary lifestyles.
- Diet can significantly impact prevention and treatment of such lifestyle related diseases.
- Dietitians are needed to counsel and educate clients on appropriate diets, menu planning and food preparation in addressing illnesses or diseases for optimum health.
- First programme in Malaysia offering a degree in the disciplines of nutrition and dietetics.
- Universities globally are beginning to offer a degree to provide graduates the edge to work in both clinical and community settings.
- IMU curriculum is outcome-based whereby graduates will meet market demands for clinical and community dietetics such as food service dietitians, researchers and other job opportunities requiring the expertise in nutrition and dietetics area.
Our Alumni: Journey Beyond Graduation
Our alumni today have embarked on diverse and promising career paths across various industries. They are a true testament to the versatility of their education, as they continue to excel in a wide range of professional healthcare fields.
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A Word From The Programme Director
Dietitians empower individuals to adopt health-conscious food choices to reach specific health related goals. In IMU, we are dedicated to train our students to be competent dietitians who will be able to contribute tremendously in the field of healthcare, food service, community, corporate setting, industries, research, educational arenas and many more.
Dr Lee Yi Yi
Senior Lecturer, Programme Director, and Dietitian MAHPC(DTN)00505, Dietetics with Nutrition
BHSc (Hons) Dietetics, MSc, PhD (Universiti Sains Malaysia)
A Word From The Programme Director
Dietitians empower individuals to adopt health-conscious food choices to reach specific health related goals. In IMU, we are dedicated to train our students to be competent dietitians who will be able to contribute tremendously in the field of healthcare, food service, community, corporate setting, industries, research, educational arenas and many more.
Dr Lee Yi Yi
Senior Lecturer, Programme Director, and Dietitian MAHPC(DTN)00505, Dietetics with Nutrition
BHSc (Hons) Dietetics, MSc, PhD (Universiti Sains Malaysia)
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