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Food Technology is the scientific study of food production in Malaysia.
Do you have an eye for detail? Do you love science? Do you also love food, more than just scoffing down everything, you think of it as an art of sorts? If you do, then you may want to consider studying a course on Food Technology in Malaysia. Let us guide you through what the course entails and whether it is for you.
Food technology isn’t as complicated as it sounds. But don’t be fooled, it’s by no means a walk in the park. It deals with studying food, as you work
Chemistry
English
Mathematics
Biology
Physics
Microbiology
Food Legislation
Quantitative Methods
Food Process Engineering
Food Technology
Increasing consumer awareness in nutrition value and food fortification for healthcare has created the demand for functional/healthy minimally processed fresh food, organic food and natural food flavours from plants and seafood. Therefore, more specialists in this field will be required.
With so many degree options out there, here are some top reasons why you should study Food Technology:
Working in the food industry does not mean you are stuck to lab or kitchen work. Upon graduating, you will be offered a variety of jobs such as in the marketing or government sector and can even educate others about food consumption through your research.
A course in Food Technology is one of the fields where you’ll be likely to get job as the food industry is one the biggest industries in the world and it will only get bigger.
As a Food Technology student, you will be equipped not only with technical skills for your job but also a plethora of other valuable skills. From data analytics and problem-solving to IT and numerical skills, you’ll be exposed to them all which will be useful when applying for any job in the future.
“Technology is going to reshape the food industry, although it’s still too early to tell which format will win.”
- Ted Taft
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 Technology 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.
Everyone eats food! While that’s obvious, being in the production line in some form will require you to keep a keen eye out for any defects or abnormalities in the food that is being processed/preserved
The food business is extremely vats, and hence is made up of many, many people and departments. You will need to be a team player who works well with others, whether it’s taking orders, or giving them out.
Food may be an interesting topic, however the subject matter at hand may run a little dry. You need to be passionate in the field to keep yourself driven to ensure you reach your goals.
Food Technologist
Nutritional Therapist
Quality Manager
Chef
Technical Brewer
Below are a few of the top Food Technology 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.
For a start, here are some of the most popular Food Technology schools in Malaysia.
Selangor
Kuala Lumpur
Shah Alam
Dec 18, 2024
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Dec 09, 2024
Dec 06, 2024
Dec 05, 2024
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