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Food Science is the study of selecting, wrapping, storing, distributing food items, processing and discovering new possibilities of food sources in Malaysia.
Have you always wanted to help people in one way or the other? Have you dreamed of travelling the world while doing so? Finally, have you ever had a keen interest in food, not just eating and cooking it, but questions like what makes popcorn pop, and the science behind every kernel? If you do, then read on as we explore the wonderful study on Food Science in Malaysia and what it will entail.
Food Science is the study of the chemical makeup of food, its’ composition and the pri
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You could also follow a career path into technical sales, marketing, distribution, plant supervision, product development. You might even form your own company.
With so many degree options out there, here are some top reasons why you should study Food Science:
Nourishment might be an intriguing theme, but the current topic may run somewhat dry. You should be enthusiastic on the field to keep yourself headed to guarantee you achieve your objectives.
There appears to be new eateries flying out wherever nowadays. Squint and you'll miss it! Be that as it may, with so much rivalry, you'll need to be truly inventive, both in the way you work your fixings together to make your artful culmination on a plate and with your introduction.
When you are in the field of culinary arts, you can travel the world with your skills and experience.
Quote “Cookery, or the art of preparing good and wholesome food, and of preserving all sorts of alimentary substances in a state fit for human sustenance, or rendering that agreeable to the taste which is essential to the support of life, and of pleasing
- Frederick Accum
(German Chemist)
SPM :
Minimum 5 credits which must include Credit in Mathematics, Chemistry and a Pass in English Language
O-Levels :
Grade C in relevant subjects which must include Grade C in Mathematics, Chemistry and Grade E in English Language
UEC :
3 Grade B in relevant subjects which must include Grade B in Advanced Mathematics (I or II), Grade B in Chemistry and Grade C in English Language
STPM :
Minimum 2 full passes in the relevant subjects which must include Chemistry
A-Levels :
2 Principal passes in the relevant subjects which must include Chemistry
AUSMAT/SACE :
Minimum Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER) of 70 and at least Grade B in Chemistry
CPU :
Minimum average of 70% for 6 relevant subjects including minimum 70% for Chemistry
Important Note: If you opt to study a Diploma in Food Science and continue your degree at the same institution, you will most likely get a one-year exemption. This means that you can enter degree year 2 after diploma..
It is not necessary for you to do your postgraduate but doing so would help you advance in your career and open up more job opportunities. You can opt to work straight after degree as well.
There is a plethora of different professions Food Science graduates can enter into. Skills can be utilised for many different aspects of the food world, with jobs in marketing, teaching, safety, quality management, nutrition, sales, teaching and many, many more. As such, you will need to be ready for just about any challenge.
With countless number of ingredients all around the world, the possibilities of what new products you can make are endless. This is an exciting and dynamic area of study and work; in many job roles you won’t know what is waiting around the corner.
Well many people claim to be foodies flood Intagram with photos of their dinners, a true foodie is someone who digs even deeper for their passion towards food, finding out what makes it last longer, and perhaps even taste better!
Food Technologist
Nutritional Therapist
Quality Manager
Chef
Below are a few of the top Food Science firms in Malaysia.
Do note that all courses should be accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). Click here to check if the course you choose is accredited
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