

| Yearly Tuition fees | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Fee | ||
| 1st Year | MYR 20,000 | ||
| 2nd Year | MYR 20,000 | ||
| 3rd Year | MYR 20,000 | ||
| 4th Year | MYR 20,000 | ||
| Other Fees | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Fee | ||
| INSURANCE (approx) | MYR 800 | ||
| MEDICAL CHECK-UP | MYR 400 | ||
| REGISTRATION FEE | MYR 800 | ||
| SERVICE FEE (yearly) | MYR 4,000 | ||
| VISA APPROVAL LETTER (E-VAL) (appox) | MYR 2,000 | ||
The Bachelor of Science in Dietetics with (Honours) program at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) is designed to develop highly skilled and well-informed professionals in the fields of nutrition and health.
The program equips students with a solid theoretical basis in nutrition science, physiology, biochemistry, and other essential areas of dietetics, while also focusing on practical applications in both clinical and community settings.
• Obtained a CGPA of
3.00/4.00
• A minimum grade B
in the following
subjects:
(Biology, Chemistry)
For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.
Hospitals & Clinics
Clinical Dietitians in specialized areas such as:
• Renal Nutrition
• Paediatrics
• Diabetes
• Cardiovascular Diseases
Community Health
Planning and managing diets for specific populations, including:
• The elderly
• Individuals in rehabilitation centres
Food Services
Involved in food operations management, food safety, and nutritional compliance within institutions such as:
• Schools
• Hospitals
• Catering services
Academia & Research
• Lecturers or researchers in universities and nutrition institutions.
Independent or Freelance Dietitians
• Providing consultation services independently or via digital platforms.
Year 1
First semester
• Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Fundamentals of Human Nutrition
• Basic Medical Microbiology
• Agriculture and Life
• Malaysian Nationhood
• Malaysian Politics and Society
• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization
• Malay Language Communication
• Philosophy and Current Issues
• Philosophy and Current Issues in Civil Society
or
• Internalization of Ethics and Civilization in Malaysia
• Integrity and Anti-corruption
• Co-curriculum I
Second semester
• Principles of Food Preparation and Safety
• Nutrition Care Process
• Early Dietetics Clinical Experience I
• Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle
• Nutritional Biochemistry
• Academic Interaction and Presentation
• Basic Entrepreneurship
• Co-curriculum I
Year 2
First semester
• Assessment of Nutritional and Health Status of Patients
• Institutional Foodservice Management I
• Pathophysiology and Clinical Management of Diseases
• Biostatistics and Research Methodology in Nutrition
• Food, Society and Culture
• Academic Writing
Second semester
• Dietetics Seminar
• Medical Nutrition Therapy I
• Institutional Foodservice Management II
• Bachelor Dissertation
• Basic Epidemiology
• Maternal and Child Health
• Genetics and Nutrition
Year 3
First semester
• Nutrition Counseling and Patient Education
• Medical Nutrition Therapy II
• Early Dietetics Clinical Experience II
• Bachelor Dissertation
• Geriatric Health and Nutrition
• Global Language
• Elective Course
Second semester
• Medical Nutrition Therapy III
• Early Dietetics Clinical Experience III
• Cognitive and Behavioural Approach in Dietetics Practice
• Nutrition for Fitness, Sport and Rehabilitation
• Nutrition and Health Promotion I
• Institutional Foodservice Management Professional Dietetics Practicum
• Elective
Year 4
First semester
• Clinical
• Professional Dietetics Practicum
Second semester
• Community Professional Dietetics Practicum
• Elective Professional Dietetics Practicum
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