BSc (Hons) in Nutrition

The Bachelor of Science with Honours in Nutrition at the University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) offers a comprehensive and research-informed curriculum designed to provide an in-depth understanding of human nutrition. Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), this three-year programme equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to address global nutritional challenges, focusing on areas such as metabolism, public health nutrition, and clinical nutrition. Students gain hands-on experience through practical modules, professional training placements, and a final-year research project, ensuring real-world application of learning. The programme emphasises critical thinking, data analysis, and effective communication, preparing graduates for diverse career paths in healthcare, research, public health, and the food industry. With a strong foundation in science and a focus on evidence-based practice, this degree empowers students to make meaningful contributions to improving health and well-being worldwide.

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications – 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, 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), excluding 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 also meet specific grade requirements for subjects required at A Level: 75% for a C and 81% for a B. Canadian Secondary School Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and will be assessed based on the University’s requirements, 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 75% overall in the Senior High School Diploma is required, 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%. Gaokao scores are converted from 750 to a percentage scale. 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 a minimum of 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. All progressing Foundation candidates into the Bachelor of Science with Honours in Nutrition programme are also required to meet the English language requirement as stipulated by the School of Biosciences at the Malaysia Campus.