BACHELOR IN FOOD SERVICE TECHNOLOGY (HONOURS)

About the Course

MSU's Bachelor in Food Service Technology programme prepares you for successful operation of the food business. With food service technology, businesses can find ways not only to make their operation run more smoothly, but also make an impact on its customers through better quality food. Through this programme, you will be exposed to monitoring techniques and effective approaches to running a food service business. You will learn food microbiology, processing and preservation, nutrition, also quality control and assurance. Experience studying abroad through MSU Global Mobility Programme, through which you can study for a semester or more at MSU’s international partner universities in Europe or Asia. You also have the option of completing your internship overseas through the MSU Global Internship Programme. Both these mobility programmes will further enhance your future employability.

Duration
3 years

Credit Hours
120 credit hour

Courses Offered

Year 1

• Microbiology
• Food Microbiology
• Food Service Information System
• Introduction to Food Service
• Food Science
• Food Safety and Quality
• Principles of Human Nutrition
•  Purchasing and Menu Planning

Year 2
  Basic Food Preparation
Restaurant Management

•  Food Service Management
•  Food and Beverage Management
•  Food Processing and Preservation
•   Food Service Layout and Design
•  Food Chemistry and Biochemistry
• Food Quality Control and Assurance

Year 3

• Food Service Strategic Management
• Food Sensory Analysis
• Professional English
•  Management Skills
•   Ethics in Food Industry
•  Entrepreneurial Skills
•  Industrial Training 

Career Prospects

• Food Manufacturing Officer
• Food Technologist
• Food Planner
• Restaurant Manager
• Product Development Manager
• Kitchen Manager
• Quality Control Officer
• Researcher
• Academician

Entry Requirements

Pass in STPM with a minimum of Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects, or its equivalent; or
Pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid or its equivalent; or
Pass Matriculation / Pre-University/ Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 or its equivalent; or
A Recognised Diploma (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 or its equivalent.
International students are required to achieve a minimum score of 5.0 in IELTS OR Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with Band 3 or its equivalent.

STUDENT PASS / VISA REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

All international students who plan to study full-time in Malaysia are required to obtain a Student Pass (Student Visa) before starting their studies.

• You must receive an official Offer Letter from the university before applying for a student pass

• The university will submit your Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) on your behalf

• A Visa Approval Letter (VAL / eVAL) is required before travelling to Malaysia

• Studying on a tourist or social visit visa is not permitted

• Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months from your intended intake date

• Visa processing time depends on EMGS and Malaysian Immigration approval

• After arriving in Malaysia, all students must complete a medical check-up at an EMGS-registered clinic

• Your Student Pass will be issued only after medical clearance and document verification

• Continuing students must renew their Student Pass before it expires

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR STUDENT PASS APPLICATION

The following documents are commonly required for all international students:

• Valid passport (clear scanned copy of all pages, including blank pages)

• Passport-size photograph with a white background

• Official Offer Letter from the university

• Academic certificates and transcripts related to your programme

• English language proficiency certificate (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent), if required

• Proof of acceptance or tuition fee payment (if requested by the university)

• Student Pass / Visa processing fee as determined by EMGS

• Completed EMGS Health Declaration Form (if applicable)

Please note: All documents not originally in English must be submitted together with certified English translations.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)

Some students may be asked to provide extra documents depending on their situation:

• Release Letter and Visa Cancellation Letter (for students transferring from another institution in Malaysia)

• School Leaving Certificate (for foundation or diploma applicants)

• Sponsorship or Scholarship Letter (if your studies are funded)

• Proof of financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses

• Statutory Declaration (if there are name differences across documents)

• Resume or Character Reference Letter (commonly required for applicants above 23 years old)

• Police Clearance Certificate (if requested by EMGS or embassy authorities)

• Copy of previous Malaysian visa or Resident Pass (if applicable)

AFTER ARRIVING IN MALAYSIA

Once you arrive in Malaysia, you will need to:

• Complete a medical examination at an EMGS-approved clinic

• Submit your passport for Student Pass endorsement

• Receive a temporary Special Pass (if applicable) while your Student Pass is being processed

• Collect your Student Pass and complete university registration

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Student Pass requirements are set by Malaysian Immigration and EMGS and may vary by nationality
• The university’s International Office will guide you through each step of the process
• Students are strongly advised to prepare documents at least 2–3 months before intake
• Requirements may change, so always follow the latest instructions provided by the university