BACHELOR OF DIETETICS

Course Description

The Bachelor of Dietetics is a four-year programme that covers a broad spectrum of knowledge essential for dietetics practice. The course equips students with a deep understanding of diet and nutrition, with a special focus on medical nutrition therapy (MNT).
 

Year 1

• Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
• Fundamentals of Nutrition
• Principles of Food Science
• Human Psychology
• Nutrition through the Lifecycle
• Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• Public Health Nutrition
• Pathophysiology and Clinical Management
• Public Speaking and Presentations
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Year 2

• Assessment of Nutritional Status
• Food Preparation
• Professional Practice in Dietetics
• Pharmacology and Immunology for Dietetics
• Entrepreneurship
• Young Mercy
• Medical Nutrition Therapy 1
• Nutrigenomics
• Research Methodology
• Nutrition Care Process
• Nutrition and Metabolism
• Elective 2 & 3
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Year 3

• Applied Biostatistics
• Medical Nutrition Therapy 2
• Food and Nutritional Toxicology
• Dietetics Research 1
• Food Service Management
• Dietetics Research 2
• Medical Nutrition Therapy 3
• Dietetics Seminar
• Community Dietetics Placement
• Dietetics Counselling and Education
• Sport Nutrition and Physical Activity
• Elective 4

Year 4

• Food Service Placement
• Outpatient Dietetics Placement 1
• Inpatient Dietetics Placement 1
• Outpatient Dietetics Placement 2
• Inpatient Dietetics Placement 2
• Special Dietetics Placement

Foundation and Matriculation

Overall CGPA 2.50 with minimum GPA 2.33 in two (2) of the following subjects.

• Biology
• Physics or Mathematics
• Chemistry

International Baccalaureate (IB)

26 points, including two (2) of the following subjects;

• Biology
• Physics or Mathematics
• Chemistry

Other International Qualifications

Overall CGPA 2.50 with minimum GPA 2.33 in two (2) of the following subjects:

• Biology
• Physics or Mathematics
• Chemistry

Diploma

Minimum CGPA of 2.75 in a related field OR recognised Diploma with CGPA less than 2.75 in related field and a minimum of 3 years (36 months) working experience in the related field.

English language requirements for all students:

Minimum MUET Band 3 or IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 550 of paper-based or equivalent.

* 3 YEARS Student Pass / Visa processing fee RM 4300.00 (Processing Fee RM 1,500.00+ EMGS Fee RM 2,800.00) NB: Fee is paid to EMGS (non-refundable) via University of Cyberjaya

* Passport-size photo (jpeg file, 217pixel X 280pixel, WHITE background – size 3.5cm X 4.5cm)

* Photocopy of passport (ALL pages including blank pages. Passport copy should be clear and printed on single-sided A4 paper).(Please ensure that your passport has a validity of at least 24 months from intake date)

*Certified true copies of all academic qualifications

* EMGS Health declaration form

* English Language Certificate – Proficiency in English is a prerequisite for admission. The minimum accepted English language test scores for the Student Pass application are IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 550, or equivalent. The accepted English language tests are:

• PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English)
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
• CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced)
• CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency)
• MUET (Malaysian University English Test)

Other Important Documents

• English translations of all documents

* For applicants transferring from other institutions in Malaysia – A copy of Release Letter, including attendance & academic record and visa cancellation letter with an acknowledgement from EMGS/Immigration

* For applicants financed by scholarship/sponsorship/study loan – An original copy of Sponsorship letter

* For applicants graduating from high schools – A photocopy of School Leaving Certificate

* For applicants with names spelt differently in academic transcripts and documents – Statutory Declaration confirming the identity

* For applicants above 23 years old, required by the Malaysian Immigration Dept. -Resume/Character Reference Letter

* For applicants from Sudan – No Objection Certificate (NOC)

* For expatriates residing out of the country of origin – A photocopy of your Resident Pass