BSc (Hons) Nutrition

The BSc (Hons) Nutrition at the University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) offers a research-informed curriculum that provides an in-depth understanding of human nutrition. Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), this three-year programme focuses on metabolism, public health nutrition, and clinical nutrition.

Students gain hands-on experience through practical modules, professional placements, and a final-year research project. The programme emphasises critical thinking, data analysis, and communication, preparing graduates for careers in healthcare, research, public health, and the food industry.

With a strong foundation in science and evidence-based practice, this degree empowers students to contribute to improving global health and well-being.

Academic Entry Requirements:

• A Level:

  • BCC, including two subjects chosen from Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics (not both).

  • Excludes Critical Thinking and General Studies.

• IB Diploma:

  • 24 points, with 5 and 4 at Higher Level, including two subjects chosen from Biology (HL), Chemistry (HL), and either Mathematics (HL) or Physics (HL) (not both).

• STPM:

  • BC+C+, including two subjects chosen from Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics (not both).

  • Excludes Pengajian Am.

• UEC:

  • 3 B3s and 2 B4s, including two subjects chosen from Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics (not both).

  • Excludes Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese Language.

• Australian Year 12:

  • ATAR 78. Applicants are required to meet specific grade standards in two subjects chosen from Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics (not both). To fulfil these A Level standards, specific grade equivalents in the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) are required.

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD):

  • 75% average based on 6 subjects, including two subjects chosen from Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics (not both).

  • Applicants must meet specific grade requirements for subjects required at A Level: 75% for C and 81% for B.

• Gaokao (NCEE) and Senior High School Diploma (China):

  • 68% average in the Gaokao, including two subjects chosen from Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics (but not both), with one subject at 75% and the other at 73%.

  • In addition, a minimum of 70% overall in the Senior High School Diploma, with at least 70% in Mathematics and two Science subjects, which must include Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.

• Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) / Indian School Certificate (CISCE) - Class XII:

  • 75% average from the best four subjects, including two subjects chosen from Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics (but not both), with one subject at 80% and the other at 70%.

  • Excludes local language, Environmental Education, General Studies, and Physical Education.

• Advance Placement (AP):

  • 4, 3, 3, including two subjects from AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and either AP Mathematics or AP Physics (not both).

• Diploma - Local Institutions:

  • Entry to Year 2 is assessed on a case-by-case basis and typically requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, with good grades in two subjects chosen from Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics (not both).

• Foundation - Local Institutions:

  • Acceptance is at the School’s discretion and requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and good grades in two subjects chosen from Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics (not both).

• Nottingham's Foundation Programme:

  • Successful completion is required, with an overall minimum average of 50%, including at least 45% in all Biology modules and either all Chemistry or all Physics modules.

• Other International Diplomas and Foundation Programmes:

  • Eligibility will be fully determined upon the submission of a completed application.

English Language Requirements:

• IELTS (Academic):

  • Overall score of 6.5, with no less than 6.0 in each element.

• TOEFL (iBT):

  • Overall score of 90, with minimum scores of:

    • 19 in Writing and Listening

    • 20 in Reading

    • 22 in Speaking

• PTE (Academic):

  • Overall score of 71, with no less than 65 in each element.

• GCE A Level English Language or English Literature:

  • Grade C

• GCE AS Level English Language or English Literature:

  • Grade C

• SPM:

  • CEFR level B2

• GCSE O-Level:

  • Grade C / 4

• IGCSE (first language):

  • Grade C / 4

• IGCSE (second language):

  • Grade B / 6

• MUET:

  • Band 4.5

• UEC:

  • Grade A2

• IB English A1 or A2 (Standard or Higher Level):

  • 4 points

• IB English B (Higher Level):

  • 4 points

• IB English B (Standard Level):

  • 5 points

• OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) (No fast-track route):

  • 75%

• CBSE/CISCE Class XII or Class X:

  • 75% overall (confirmation of English as the medium of instruction required)

Additional Notes:

• IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old.

• IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.

• IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted.

• MUET results are valid for five years from the release date.

• OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants have completed all 30 credits from standard OSSD courses, not through credit exemptions. Fast-track routes are not accepted.

• CBSE/CISCE Class XII or Class X English with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants provide a confirmation letter stating that English was the medium of instruction throughout schooling from Class X to Class XII.

Year 1 Core Modules:

• Food Materials and Ingredients

• Introduction to Nutrition

• Human Physiology

• Diet, Nutrition and Lifestyle

• Statistical Skills for Bioscientists

• Food and Catering

• Food Hygiene and Safety

Year 2 Core Modules:

• Principles of Immunology

• Nutritional Regulation, Physiology, and Endocrinology

• Global Issues in Nutrition

• Nutrition, Metabolism and Disease

• Practical Techniques in Human Nutrition

• Personal and Professional Skills for Nutritionists

Optional Module:

• Genetics and Nutrition

Year 3 Core Modules:

• Nutrition and the Health of Populations

• Undergraduate Research Project (Nutrition)

• Clinical Nutrition

• Changing Behaviour, Promoting Health

• Professional Training Placement in Nutrition