Bachelor of Science (Honours) Dietetics

Course Overview

Dietitians are trained healthcare professionals who help manage diseases through appropriate dietary therapy. They also contribute to disease prevention through health promotion and nutrition education.

Dietitians work with other healthcare professionals in clinics, government and private hospitals, community settings and food service organisations. Their role includes supporting individuals with different health conditions through evidence-based nutritional care.

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) Dietetics is a four-year programme comprising 12 trimesters. It covers biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, human nutrition, food preparation, nutrition in disease prevention and treatment, and medical nutrition therapy.

The programme prepares graduates for a broad range of roles in clinical dietetics, community nutrition, public health, food service, education, research and related industries.

Entry Requirements

STPM 2C/ A-LEVEL 2D/UEC 5B

Career Prospects

• Clinical Dietitian in Government or Private Hospitals
• Community Dietitian
• Consultant Dietitian
• Private Practice Dietitian
• Food Industry Professional
• Food Service Dietitian
• Healthcare Management Professional
• Nutrition Marketing and Sales Professional
• Military and Security Services Dietitian
• Public Health Agency Professional
• Public Relations Professional
• Sports and Fitness Dietitian
• Lecturer
• Researcher