Food Science and Technology
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Duration: 4 Years
$16,250
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What will you learn?
Bachelor of Science and Food Technology (BSTM) Program has been offered by the Faculty of Food Science and Technology since 1976 to produce graduates who can meet the needs of national talent in food science and technology either in the public, private or self-employed sectors.
The program will produce graduates who are knowledgeable, skilled and viable in the performance of work for a variety of employment sectors involved in food production and processing, food quality control, product development, research and management. Graduates with expertise in the field of Food Science and Technology is also capable of carrying out the activities of downstream industries and modern commercial agriculture in line with the needs and developments.Course content formulated in line with the latest developments in food technology that involves the use of knowledge as food biotechnology, international legal standards and water and waste management industries . Program also produce graduates who are able to fulfill the expectations of the job market, aspirations, versatile and have a competitive advantage . This will catalyze the development of the food industry through participation in graduate BSTM.
Eligibility
International candidates must possess an equivalent qualification of the Malaysian High School Certificate (STPM) or a Diploma recognized by the Malaysian Government.
EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATION
1. A good pass in O – levels/ its equivalent.
2. A pass in the A-levels with at least :- C Grade in three (3) subjects;
3. A Band 3 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or a TOEFL score of at least 550 or a score of 6 in the IELTS examination;
AND has fulfilled special requirements for the program i.e. attaining the required grades in (sciences/arts) as specified for each UPM Bachelor programme.OR EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATION
1. A pass in the Higher School Certificate (HSC)/its equivalent with at least :- C+ grade in three (3) subjects or 65% in three (3) subjects in the Final Level of Secondary Education
2. A pass in the University Entrance Exam (for countries which seek such requirement for admission into universities);
3. A Band 3 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or a TOEFL score of at least 550 or a score of 6 in the IELTS examination
AND has fulfilled special requirements for the program i.e. attaining the required grades in (sciences/arts) as specified for each UPM Bachelor programme.
OR EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATION
1. A Diploma or its equivalent which is recognized by the Malaysian Government and the University Senate with a CGPA of at least 3.00
2. A Band 3 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or a TOEFL score of at least 550 or a score of 6 in the IELTS examinationAND has fulfilled special requirements for the program i.e. attaining the required grades in (sciences/arts) as specified for each UPM Bachelor programme.
Core areas of emphasis
• Agricultural Sciences. • Biology. • Chemistry. • Health. • Nutrition. • Pathology. • Physiology. • Toxicology.
Career prospects
Graduates of the Bachelor of Food Science and Technology ( BSTM ) has many employment opportunities either in the private or public sector . Among his career as an analyst of food, food safety officers , research officers , enforcement officers for halal food production personnel , food marketing officer , chief executive of the research and development of food products and entrepreneurs. In addition, there is also a graduate BSTM serving in the food manufacturing factories such as Nestle , Ajinomoto , UPALI, Dewina Foods, Yeo Hiap Seng , Gardenia , Ramly Burger as well as companies involved in the production and food service like Mc Donalds and KFC . There is also a BSTM graduates serving in the public sector such as the Ministry of Health as a food technologist and as a research officer at MARDI , PORIM , LKIM and LKM
Tuition Fees
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| $ 16250 | $ 4063 |
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Course Details:
Duration: 4 Years Intakes: February, September
Scholarships for Post-graduate studies:
Fellowships, scholarships, assistantships are usually available for postgraduate students wishing to study in Malaysia, depending either on availability within the institution and your academic qualifications. Additionally, a number of scholarships are available from other institutions and organisations, such as the Malaysian government.
- SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE UPM
- GRA (Graduate Research Assistantship)
- GRF (Graduate Research Fellowship)
- Financial Aid for Local Graduate Students to Undertake Overseas Research Attachment
- Financial Aid to Attend International Seminar/Conference/Symposium
- IGRF (International Graduate Research Fellowship)
- IGSS (International Graduate Student Scholarship)
- SGRA (Special Graduate Research Allowance)
- PASS (Putra Alumni Scholarship Scheme)
Campus (Main Campus)
Jalan UPM, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia