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FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

B.Sc. (Hons.) Biotechnology B.Sc. (Hons.) Food Science and Nutrition Foundation in Science

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

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MISSIONTake on the World Toproducecompetent,confidentandconsummategraduateswho areinternationallyemployable.UCSI for Life Topromoteandnurturelifelongscholarshipanddeeplearningfor careerandpersonaladvancement.Value Innovation Toimbuevalueconsciousnesswithpracticalcreativityinallour graduatesandthroughourservices.Research and Discovery Togeneratenewknowledgeanddiscoverythatinfusesthelearning andteachingoftheuniversity.Education for All Toprovideequalopportunityeducationandfulfilsocialobligations.

VISIONTobeauniversitypar excellence

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Co-Operative Education Training ProgrammeThrough its innovative academic curricula, students at UCSI University enjoy the unique benefits of its Co-Operative Education Training Programme (Co-Op) to enhance their employability.

The Co-Op integrates classroom learning with workplace training in Co-Op employer organizations. A student completes two months of work experience for every year of study. By the time they graduate, students will have six to eight months of work experience, well-prepared for full-time employment.

Internationalised Campus CommunityRenowned for its cosmopolitan and unique international culture, UCSI University has a blend of both local and foreign students, from over 70 countries.

International LinkageUCSI University, through its International University Placement Centre (IUPC), has signed many collaborative agreements with various foreign universities to enable students to pursue a portion of their academic studies at UCSI University and then complete the remaining modules at these universities.

Partner universities are in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada.

Pursuit of Research ExcellenceUCSI University ’s Centre for Research Excellence has always promoted its research initiatives aggressively in a quest for educational excellence.

Many of the university ’s staff, most of whom are Ph.D and Masters degree holders, are involved in extensive research.

Quality ManagementUCSI University is ISO-certified, and in 2008 it won a Special Award for Quality Management from the Malaysian Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) a testimony of its excellence in providing the university experience to students.

As an institution of higher learning, UCSI University consistently strives towards educational excellence. Its tagline, “The University. The Experience” encapsulates its mission to provide to students the experience of learning in the ultimate international university environment.

INTRODUCTION

Built on the principles of audacity, perseverance, integrity and excellence, UCSI University is a leading institution of higher learning with campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Terengganu and Kuching, Malaysia.

Started in 1986, UCSI University is the flagship institution of the UCSI Group conglomerate. It is made up of 10 faculties and an A-Levels academy with more than 70 programmes in disciplines including medicine, pharmacy, architecture, computer science, liberal arts and music. Its student body is comprised of more than 9,000 students with an international cohort from more than 70 countries. With Graduate Attributes including ethical and civic responsibility, leadership skills and a strong knowledge of disciplines, UCSI University is committed to producing well-rounded graduates with the hard and soft skills necessary to be successful in life.

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ACADEMIC FACILITIES

UCSI University offers multi-disciplinary honours and graduate degrees. Our academic programmes, our staff, our campuses and facilities, and our environment are all geared towards achieving our mission of creating the ultimate university experience.

Our commitment is to lifelong learning to bring out the best in students – mentally, emotionally, spiritually, academically and professionally. This governs all that we do now, and in the future. We want to prepare our graduates for more than just a job – we want to prepare them for life. Join us at UCSI University and be inspired to realise your full potential in life. Our campus offers:

Wireless CampusOur campus is equipped with the latest cutting-edge technology in the world of e-learning and e-resources to enable students to keep abreast with the latest innovations, news, as well as with scholarships. The UCSI University Laptop Ownership Scheme enables students to purchase laptops at cheaper subsidized rates.

Medical and Nursing Clinical Skills Units These facilities are used for practical learning before going for clinical attachment.

Anatomy and Pathology Museum This houses various pathology specimens and human anatomy models for visual teaching and learning.

Pharmacy Laboratories Our pharmacy laboratories are designed to provide interesting, open and relevant practical activity in a safe environment. Pharmaceutical Instrument (Analysis) Lab Physiology and Pharmacology Lab Simulated Community Pharmacy Lab Pharmacy Project Labs Pharmacy Practice Labs Pharmacy Postgraduate Lab

Medical Sciences Problem-based Learning (PBL) Rooms These are part of the facilities set-up to facilitate the PBL method, whereby medical students are given medical related cases and issues to discuss and solve.

Fashion Design Studio

Fashion Production Studio

3D Animation Lab

Psychology Lab

Science LaboratoriesStudents work and learn in fully-equipped science laboratories for a more intense practical experience. We have a: Media Preparation Lab Fermentation Lab Cell and Tissue Culture Lab Food Processing Lab Food Technology Lab Microbiology Lab Molecular Biology Lab Chemistry Labs 1 and 2 Biology Labs Physics Labs Special Instrument Lab

Engineering Laboratories Our School of Engineering has various laboratories and facilities for instruction and research: Pneumatics and Hydraulics Lab and Robotics Lab Microprocessor and Microcontroller Lab Electrical and Electronics Labs 1 and 2 Communication and Electronics Labs 1 and 2 Mechanical Workshop and Lab Power and Machines Lab Mechatronics Lab R&D Lab Drafting and Design Labs

PCB Fabrication and Mechanical Workshop Engineering Physics Lab Petrochemical Lab Chemical Instrumentation Lab Industry Chemistry Lab

Music Facilities The University ’s commitment to music education is reflected through our resources: Music Practice Rooms and Teaching Studios Music Technology Lab Jam Rooms and Drum Kit Rooms Keyboard Lab Chamber and Ensemble Rooms Ear Training Lab Steinway Concert Grand and Boston Grand Pianos

Recording Studio This is a professional digital recording and editing studio, equipped to handle small as well as integrated productions, advanced editing CD-R burning, stereo recording, multi-track recording, and audio post-production work.

Recital Hall / Auditorium These are well-designed to cater for professional performances and functions, with theatre-style seating for 450 people and equipped with sound systems, and audio / visual and recording facilities.

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ACADEMIC FACILITIES

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES AND FACILITIES

Library and Resource CentreThe Library and Resource Centre has a comprehensive collection of all the latest texts and references, both hardcopy and online, which are accessible via the latest e-Library databases. It is also equipped with Internet-enabled workstations.

Dewan Tan Sri Ahmad Razali (DeTSAR)This hall has a seating capacity of 1,200 and is also a designated Examination Hall. It is also used for other important functions, for e.g. the Annual University Convocation Ceremony.

Other Academic Facilities UCSI University campus features an assortment of academic facilities designed to enhance experiential learning: Lecture Theatres Editing Suite Screening Room Architecture and Drafting Studios Language Lab

Accommodation FacilitiesUCSI University offers a secure, comfortable and homely environment for residents. Residential halls are equipped with pantries, common areas, television lounges, laundry service, cafeterias and security services. Off-campus accommodation is also available.

Student Development and Counselling Unit This unit provides counselling and support services to students who require advice and assistance that are personal, social or academic in nature.

Will Group The Will Group was set up specifically to tutor students experiencing difficulties in certain areas of their studies. The group is supported by both UCSI University professors as well as scholarship students.

International Student ServicesThis unit provides various services and support to international students, immigration, health, insurance, personal counselling, study tours and excursions, and sports.

Student Clubs and SocietiesThis promotes national and international integration as well as fosters multi-cultural experiences amongst students.

Co-Operative Education and Career ServicesThis unit coordinates Co-Operative Education (Co-Op) work term attachments, organise self-development and skills workshops, and provides counselling support for career-related concerns. Over 600 global organisations work closely with UCSI University as Co-Op Partners.

International University Placement Centre The IUPC provides counselling to students interested in the International Degree Pathway programme in terms of seeking suitable universities based on personal preferences such as country, study majors and financial needs, and assisting in the university application process.

Inter-campus Shuttle Bus Service This service provides free transportation between the nearest Light Rail Transit (LRT ) station and the main campuses.

E- Advantage Portal This provides access to chat rooms with professors and downloadable lecture notes - anywhere on campus and beyond, a virtual UCSI University classroom experience.

Multi-purpose Hall / Recreational Facilities UCSI features an excellent multi-recreational indoor sports facilities: A Basketball Court A Volleyball Court Badminton Courts Table Tennis Gymnasium A Swimming Pool Squash Courts Football Fields Futsal Courts

Other on-campus basic facilities include: A bookshop A UCSI University Gift Shop A clinic Cafeterias Photocopy Shops Suraus Computer Labs Conference Rooms

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Faculty of Applied SciencesThe Faculty of Applied Science was formed in 1999. Since its inception, it has distinguished itself as a premier Faculty at a private institution, offering Credit Transfer Programmes for the Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. Our students have gone on to reputable international universities to complete their final year studies and have distinguished themselves by obtaining high distinctions and some have been cited in the universities’ Dean’s List.

As a premier educational institution, we now offer UCSI University degrees in the fields of Biotechnology and Food Science and Nutrition.

UCSI University ’s own Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Biotechnology has the advantage over similar degrees in that it gives an all-rounded training in major areas of Biotechnology. It is offered in line with Malaysia’s aspirations of producing more scientists to meet the needs of the biotechnology research and academic institutions, as well as the commercial biotechnology industry. Our Bachelor of Science (Hons.) Food Science and Nutrition programme was uniquely designed to provide the student with the combined knowledge of Food Sciences and Nutritional Sciences. The programme integrates the study of the role of nutrients in the human body, chemical composition, physical, biological and biochemical behaviour of food materials. It also includes the study of microorganisms involved in food deterioration, the interaction of food components with one another and the principles underlying the processing and preparation of foods.

Moreover, the Faculty of Applied Sciences prides itself in having purpose-built, state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment, as well as highly-qualified academic staff.

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B.Sc.(Hons.) Biotechnology

Biotechnology is the fastest growing science-based industry in the world. It is widely regarded as the new engine of growth for the global economy. Biotechnology covers the medical and health care industries, agricultural and industrial sectors, environment, and forensics . It encompasses the applications of technologies i.e. biochemistry, molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioinformatics and others for the development of new products and processes. These include vaccines and drugs for the treatment or improvement of life-threatening diseases like AIDS, medical diagnostic kits, agricultural products with improved nutritional values and reduced dependence on chemical pesticides. They also cover high quality industrial products, cleaner biochemical process with less waste, and DNA fingerprinting for improved criminal investigation.

The 3 year programme is designed with the aid of leading members in the biotechnology field to help bridge the gap between the industry and academia. The subjects offered are aimed at providing students with a good foundation and knowledge and hands-on practical experience of the different fields of biotechnology for their future careers. These subjects include Pharmacology, Physiological Sciences, Metabolic Biochemistry, Molecular Cell Biology, Human Molecular Genetics, Animal and Plant Cell Culture, Microbial Biotechnology, Enzyme Technology, Fermentation Technology and Downstream processing, Bioprocess Engineering and Environmental Biotechnology.

The main outcome of the course is to produce competent, confident and consummate graduates in the field of Biotechnology, who are internationally employable. Students will achieve various valuable transferable skills such as presentation techniques, communication skills, exposure to problem solving, teamwork and the use of information technology. In addition, students will be aware of and understand the ethical issues and the impact of biotechnology to society. Students are also trained to be bioentrepreneurs / technopreneurs to enable them to translate research outcomes into business opportunities.

English Requirements

SPM / O-Levels or its equivalent 5 Credits (Inclusive of Maths & 2 Science Subjects)

A distinction (A1 or A2) in SPM / UEC English, MUET Band 5, or a score of 213 (Computer based) / 550 ( Written based) / 79 - 80 (Internet based) in TOEFL, or Band 5.5 in IELTS. If English Language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) must be taken at UCSI.

UEC 4 Credits (Inclusive of Maths & 2 Science Subjects)

UCSI Foundation Pass

UEC 5 credits (Inclusive of Chemistry, Biology & Maths / Physics)

STPM 3 Principals (C) in Chemistry, Biology & Maths / Physics

A-Levels 3 Principals (E) in Chemistry, Biology & Maths / Physics

Equivalent Courses Case-by-case basis

Minimum Entry Qualification for Degree Programme

Minimum Admission Qualification for Foundation Programme

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ACADEMIC PATHWAY

A biotechnology graduate can readily apply their knowledge and expertise in

the following areas :

Research and development (R&D) in research institutes, universities, agricultural, clinical and forensic laboratories

Quality control and quality assurance of pharmaceutical, health care and other industrial products

Clinical research co-ordination in hospitals and pharmaceutical firms

Bioinformatics Computational Analysis

There are also other career opportunities in 1. Management 2. Intellectual Property (IP) and patent law 3. Sales and support services for the biotechnology industry, ecology, waste management and environmental pollution control 4. Venture capitalist business 5. Biotechnology technopreneurships

• Biology I with Lab*

• University Chemistry I*• University Chemistry II*• Calculus and Analytical Geometry for Applied Sciences

• University Life

• Physiological Science I*• Research Methodology, Communication and Ethics*

• Microbiology I*• Structural Biochemistry*

• Co-Operative Placement I• Extra-curricular Learning Experience I

• General Chemistry I*• General Chemistry II*• General Biology I*• General Biology II*• General Physics I*• Basic Concept of Mathematics

• Algebra and Trigonometry

• Calculus

• Introduction to Probability and Statistics

• Introduction to Business

• Computing Essentials

• Information Technology

• Biochemistry and Metabolism*

• Microbiology II*

• Physiological Science II*• Pharmacology I• Microbial Biotechnology with Lab*

• Molecular Cell Biology

• Biostatistic for Applied Sciences

• Co-Operative Placement II• Extra-curricular Learning Experience II

• Enzyme Technology*

• Fermentation Technology and Downstream Processing*

• Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology

• Bioprocess Engineering

• Cell and Tissue Culture*

• Human Molecular Genetics

• Biotechnology Research Project

• Co-Operative Placement III• Extra-curricular Learning Experience III

Elective(ChooseOne)• Fundamentals of Marketing

• Introduction to Internet Technologies

• Food Microbiology*

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B.Sc.(Hons.)Food Science and Nutrition

The study of Food Science and Nutrition applies various science disciplines such as chemistry, biochemistry, nutrition and engineering. It teaches students how diets and nutrition affect the health of individuals, technologies for creating new food products, and design of new processes to improve the safety and quality of foods.

The study of Food Science and Nutrition begins with an understanding of the biological and physical sciences as a basis for understanding the science of food and nutrition as well as the relationship between nutrition and health. It is a challenging programme. Students who have an analytical, inquisitive mind and are interested in applying food science principles to further enhance the health and welfare of mankind will benefit greatly from this programme.

The Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Nutrition programme is designed to provide students with practical “hands-on” experience through a comprehensive and practical curriculum of cutting edge research and studies in food science and nutrition. Students have access to a variety of laboratory equipment here at UCSI University, under the direction and guidance of qualified professors and academicians, as well as experienced laboratory technologists. The curriculum not only enables students to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the food manufacturing industry, government agencies, colleges and universities, as well as research laboratories, but also equips them with good interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work in teams to solve multi-disciplinary problems.

UCSI Foundation Pass

UEC 5 credits (Inclusive of Chemistry, Biology & Maths / Physics)

STPM 2 Principals (C) in Chemistry, Biology & Maths / Physics

A-Levels 2 Principals (E) in Chemistry, Biology & Maths / Physics

Equivalent Courses Case-by-case basis

Minimum Entry Qualification for Degree Programme

SPM / O-Levels or its equivalent 5 Credits (Inclusive of Maths & 2 Science Subjects)

UEC 4 Credits (Inclusive of Maths & 2 Science Subjects)

Minimum Admission Qualification for Foundation Programme

English Requirements

A distinction (A1 or A2) in SPM / UEC English, MUET Band 5, or a score of 213 (Computer based) / 550 ( Written based) / 79 - 80 (Internet based) in TOEFL, or Band 5.5 in IELTS. If English Language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) must be taken at UCSI.

Australia CanadaNew Zealand United Kingdom

MoHE Compulsory Subjects

Bahasa Kebangsaan, Malaysian Studies, Moral Studies or Islamic Studies

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ACADEMIC PATHWAY

The food industry is one of the largest manufacturing industries in the world. It provides great employment opportunities for food scientists and nutritionists as it needs to meet the ever increasing consumer demand for food products that are both nutritious and convenient.

Food scientists are generally involved in the area of research and development of products and processes, supervision of food manufacturing processes, which include production, quality control, quality assurance and food safety, as well as food engineering support, marketing and sales, product support and promotion. They can also work in consulting laboratories, government organizations and regulatory bodies as food scientists, food microbiologists, flavour chemists and food safety inspectors.

Nutritional Science enables us to understand the roles of nutrients in the human body. Nutritionist can work as a community and university educator, corporate health promotion and wellness specialist, public relations specialist for a food association, nutritionist in public health programmes, weight loss counsellor, scientific writer, researcher, and private practice consultant.

• Biology I with Lab*

• University Chemistry I*• University Chemistry II*• Calculus and Analytical Geometry for Applied Sciences

• University Life

• Principles of Nutrition

• Research Methodology and Communication for Food Science and Nutrition

• Microbiology I*• Structural Biochemistry*

• Co-Operative Placement I• Extra-curricular Learning Experience I

• Information Technology

• Biochemistry and Metabolism*

• Food Chemistry*

• Analytical Chemistry*

• Food Microbiology*

• Food Processing and Preservation*

• Human Nutrition

• Biostatistic for Applied Sciences

• Co-Operative Placement II• Extra-curricular Learning Experience II

Elective(Chooseone)• Physiological Science I*• Fundamentals of Marketing

• Introduction to Internet Technologies

• Food Safety and Quality*

• Food Technology*

• Fundamentals of Food Engineering

• Nutrition and Metabolism*

• Nutritional Aspects of Human Diseases

• Food Science and Nutrition Research Project

• Co-Operative Placement III• Extra-curricular Learning Experience III

Elective(ChooseTwo)• Physiological Science I*• Physiological Science II*• Fundamentals of Marketing

• Introduction to Internet Technologies

• Fermentation Technology and Downstream Processing*

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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• General Chemistry I*• General Chemistry II*• General Biology I*• General Biology II*• General Physics I*• Basic Concept of Mathematics

• Algebra and Trigonometry

• Calculus

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• Introduction to Business

• Computing Essentials

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a) What is the difference between biomedical scienceandbiotechnology?

Answer:Biomedical science is the study of basic sciences related to medicine including biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, parasitology, pharmacology, haematology, immunology, histopathology and cytopathology. Biomedical Science helps students to gain an understanding of the basic sciences that are related to medicine and to develop skills in different biomedical areas. Prepare students to work effectively in healthcare services such as diagnostics, therapeutics, determining the nature of diseases, quality control, prevention, control and treatment of diseases.

Biotechnology is the application of biological knowledge to the development of products that can improve various aspects of life such as health, food supply, environment and general well-being. Examples of biotechnology application in the field of medicine include diagnosis of genetic diseases, and production of medicinal pharmaceutical preparations such as vaccines. In additional, biotechnology can also be broadly applied in non-medical areas such as production of transgenic crops in the agriculture sector, and DNA fingerprinting for criminal investigation.

The Ninth Malaysian Plan states the Government’s intention to make Malaysia a biotechnology hub. In its quest to be a major biotech player in the region, the government launched the National Biotechnology Policy (NBP) in April 2005. This saw the creation of the Malaysia Biotech Corporation (MBC), a dedicated government agency to develop the industry.

b) What kind of employment can I obtain with abiotechnology degree? Can I find employmenteasily?

Answer:Biotechnology is not a field that involves merely research on the bench, but runs the whole gamut from thoughts seeded in research, to realisation in development, feasibility in commercialisation studies and trials, and finally culminating in the production of branded products into the marketplace.

Hence. holding a degree in Biotechnology does not mean that you will be just a researcher in a laboratory. In addition, the Biotechnology technical knowledge that students learned from this degree is applicable globally in various fields.

A biotechnology graduate can be a research and development (R&D) officer in research institute, universities, agricultural, clinical and forensic laboratories; quality control and quality assurance officer of pharmaceutical, health care and other industrial products; clinical research coordinator in hospitals and pharmaceutical firm; and bioinformatics computational analyst. They can also be a sales and marketing executive in the field related to biotechnology or the pharmaceutical industry, manager in the manufacturing industry, patent agents specialised in Intellectual Property (IP) and patent law, venture capitalists as well as biotechnology technopreneurs.

c) What is the state of the Biotechnology industry inMalaysia?

Answer:The National Biotechnology Policy envisions that biotechnology will be a new economic engine for Malaysia, enhancing the nation’s prosperity and well-being.

The Policy is divided into three main phases; Phase I (2005-2010), Phase II (2010-2015), and Phase III (2016-2020). Phase I will focus on capacity building and the establishment of the Malaysian Biotech Corporation (MBC), the establishment of advisory and implementation councils, the education and training of knowledge workers, and the development of a legal and intellectual property (IP) framework. Phase I also focuses on the creation of jobs in the areas of agricultural biotechnology, healthcare biotechnology, industrial biotechnology, and bioinformatics. Phase II will emphasise on the business aspects, such as developing expertise in drug discovery and the development based on natural resources, new product development, and technology acquisition and licensing. Phase III will be based on the results achieved in the first two phases and bringing local biotech companies to international status.

Reference: www.bio.org.my

d) What facilities does UCSI University provide forBiotechnologyprogrammecomparewithothers?

Answer:Biotechnology programme is a multi-disciplinary science based programme which cannot be run without good laboratory facilities. The specially designed and purpose-built laboratories at UCSI university include Basic Chemistry and Biology laboratory, Microbiology laboratory, Physiology and Pharmacology laboratory, Molecular Biology laboratory, Fermentation and scale-up laboratory, and Animal and Plant Cell Culture Laboratory. All these laboratories were built to ensure that our students were given the best facilities and real hands-on practical experience in the different fields of Biotechnology which is important for their future careers. The laboratories are equipped with high-value equipments such as Bioreactor, High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, Atomic Absorbance Spectrophotometry, Real-time PCR machine and such.

All our students will have to carry out a Research Project at the end of their third academic year in these laboratories under the supervision of our highly qualified academic staff. Each student will gain invaluable experience from their final year project as they are given a chance to plan, exhibit and experience real hands-on laboratory practical work.

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e) Why should I study Biotechnology at UCSI Universityinsteadofatotheruniversities?

Answer:To differentiate ourselves from other institutions of higher learning offering the same degree programme, our students are well-equipped for the workforce before graduation. Our Biotechnology programme is a homegrown B.Sc. degree and is tailored to incorporate Co-Op training in year 1, 2 and 3 of study.

The students have the opportunity of working for two months at the end of each of the three academic years on their Co-Operative Placements in a company in the related industries. This means they would have more than six months of real world working experience before they graduate.

The Co-Op aims to develop not only students’ communications and soft skills, but also help students to relate theory with practical and working experience in the Biotechnology industry in Malaysia. It also aims to provide students with technical and analytical skills to carry out life science research and prepares them to pursue postgraduate studies in a range of disciplines.

f ) Are UCSI University degrees recognised by foreignuniversitiesifIwishtopursueMastersprogrammes?

Answer:UCSI B.Sc. (Hons.) Biotechnology degree is recognized by our partner universities in Australia, UK, Canada and USA.

g) If I pursue a Masters programme overseas, are thereany areas of specialisation recommended? Orshould I just continue pursuing a Masters degree inthefieldofBiotechnology?

Answer:UCSI graduates can pursue a Master in Science degree by research or course work in local universities or overseas. They can choose to enrol in a Masters programme specialising in any of the 5 main fields of Biotechnology, i.e. Industrial Biotechnology, Medical Biotechnology, Agricultural Biotechnology, Environmental

Biotechnology and Forensic Molecular Biology or in any other specific disciplines such as Biomedical Sciences, Immunology, Pharmacology and many others.

h) Does the UCSI University degree provideopportunitiesformetodevelopmycareerabroad?

Answer: The career opportunities for a biotech graduates range across many industry sectors due to the wide applications of biotechnology. These include the food and agricultural sectors, medical and bio-pharmaceutical sectors, industrial and environmental sectors as well as the animal and aquaculture sectors.

UCSI University graduates have gone on to pursue careers overseas such as in Singapore where they found employment as researchers, both in private and government research centres.

i) Can recognition by any Malaysian professional bodyrecognition enhance the degree of employability forUCSIstudents?

Answer:This programme does not need any professional body recognition but it is accredited by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA).

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a) What is the difference between Food Science andNutrition, Food Technology and a Dieticianprogramme?

Answer:Food Science covers the study of the chemical, microbiological, physical and sensory properties of food and their ingredients as well as the effects of food processing. In addition, food science also covers the proper preservation and processing of food, quality control and measures that maintain the food products and safety. Food Science basically deals with the science and technology which are required to bring food from the fields and oceans into our grocery stores and homes.

Nutrition deals with the effects of foods on consumers and enables us to understand the roles of nutrients in the human body. It deals with macronutrient, vitamin content, mineral content and its effects on our overall wellbeing. Thus, Food Science & Nutrition is a combination of both fields which enables graduates to apply science and technology to provide a safe, wholesome and nutritious food supply to the world.

Food technology is the study of the technology that creates new, innovative, useful foodstuff by manipulating biological source materials. Food engineering develops new ideas and new methods of processing, and perhaps even new ways to create familiar foods. It involves numerous applications of technology and downstream engineering processes.

Dietetics is the science concerned with nutritional planning and the preparation of foods. Courses include normal and clinical nutrition, biological and social sciences, communication and management. Only graduates with a Dietetic degree can be certified dietician and they usually work in a clinical setting, such as in hospitals, schools, or other similar institutions.

b)WhatcanIdowiththis degree?Isitindemand?

Answer:The food industry is one of the largest manufacturing industries in the world and it provides great employment opportunities for food scientists and nutritionists to meet the ever increasing demand for food products that are both nutritious and convenient.

Food scientists are generally involved in the areas of research and development of products and processes, and the supervision of food manufacturing processes. These include production, quality control, quality assurance and food safety. It also involves providing food engineering support, marketing and sales, product support and promotion. They may also work with consulting laboratories, government organisations and regulatory bodies as food scientists, food microbiologists, flavour chemists and food safety inspectors.

Nutritional science enables us to understand the role of nutrients in the human body. Nutritionists have potential careers as community and university educators, corporate health promoters and wellness specialists, public relations specialists for food associations, nutritionists in public health programmes, weight loss counsellors, scientific writers, researcher, and as consultants in private practices.

Reference:http://www.ucsi.edu.my/programmes/foodscience.asp

c) Can I become a Dietician or Nutritionist upon completionofthiscourse?

Answer:You can become a nutritionist upon completion of this course, however you need to pursue in further education in dietetics locally or overseas University M.Sc. in Dietetics or M.Sc. in Nutrition & Dietetics, in order to be a dietician.

d)WhatfacilitiesdoesUCSIUniversityhaveforaFoodScience&Nutritionprogramme?

Answer:The Food Science & Nutrition programme is a multi-disciplinary science-based programme which cannot be run without good laboratory facilities.

The specially designed and purpose-built laboratories at UCSI University include a Basic Chemistry and Biology laboratory, Microbiology laboratory, Physiology and Pharmacology laboratory, Food Processing laboratory, Fermentation and scale-up laboratory, and Animal and Plant Cell Culture Laboratory, and the latest addition - Quantitative Descriptive Analysis Laboratory - for sensory analysis.

All these laboratories were built to ensure that our students were given the best facilities and real hands-on practical experience in the different fields of Food Science and Nutrition which is important for their future careers. The laboratories are equipped with cutting-edge equipment such as a Gas Chromatography, a High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, an Atomic Absorbance Spectrophotometry. All of our students have to carry out a research project at the end of their third academic year in these laboratories under the supervision of our highly-qualified academic staff. Each student will gain invaluable experience from their final project as they are given a chance to plan, exhibit and experience real hands-on laboratory practical.

At UCSI University, we encourage collaboration with the related-industries and hence our students also carry out research projects with our industry partners.

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e) Why should I study Food Science and Nutrition at UCSIUniversityinsteadofatothercollegesoruniversities?

Answer:To differentiate ourselves from other institutions of higher learning offering similar degree programme, our students are well-equipped for the workforce before graduation.

Our Food Science and Nutrition program is a homegrown B.Sc. degree (the only private university offering this degree in Malaysia) and is tailored to incorporate industrial training in year 1, 2 and 3 of study. Students have the opportunity of working for two months at the end of each of the three academic years in their Co-Operative Placements (Co-Op) training module in a company in related industries. This means that they will have more than six months of real-life working experience before they graduate.

The Co-Op aims to develop not only students’ communications and soft skills, but also help them relate theory to practice. It also aims to provide the students with technical and analytical skills to carry out research and prepares them to pursue postgraduate studies in a range of disciplines.

f )IstheUCSIUniversitydegreeinFoodScienceandNutritionrecognisedbyforeignuniversitiesifIwishtopursueaMastersprogrammes?

Answer:UCSI University ’s B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food Science and Nutrition degree is recognised by our partner universities in Australia, UK, Canada and USA.

g) If I pursue a Masters programme overseas, are there anyareas of specialisation recommended? Or should I justcontinue pursuing a Masters degree in the field of FoodScience&Nutrition?

Answer:UCSI University ’s Food Science and Nutrition graduates can pursue a Master in Science degree by research or course work at local or foreign universities. You can also choose a specialisation in the field of Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, Dietician, Food Biotechnology, Fermentation Technology and many others.

In addition, some graduates may choose to obtain a M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) to pursue a career in technical sales, marketing, plant supervision, product development or eventually run their own companies.

h)DoestheUCSIUniversitydegreeopenupmoreopportunitiesformetodevelopmycareeroverseas?

Answer:Our graduates secure jobs all over Malaysia and abroad. As food is a basic human necessity, the food industry is a global business. Careers ranging from Quality Control to Production, to Microbiology to Sensory Science, to Management, etc., can be pursued throughout the nation and overseas. Whether you are in Malaysia or overseas, opportunities abound.

i)CanrecognitionfromaMalaysianprofessionalbodyenhancethe employability of UCSI University students undertakingthisdegreeprogramme?

Answer: The degree programme is accredited by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA). However to enhance students’ employability, students are encouraged to be a member of the Malaysian Institute of Food Technology and Nutrition Society of Malaysia.

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FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

School of Medicine Doctor of Medicine Foundation in Science

School of Nursing B.N. (Hons.) Nursing Dip. Nursing Foundation in Science

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BUSINESS PROGRAMMES)

School of Management B.A. (Hons.) Business Administration B.A. (Hons.) Accounting and Finance B.A. (Hons.) Accounting B.A. (Hons.) Marketing B.A. (Hons.) Logistics Management B.Sc. (Hons.) Actuarial Science Dip. Management Dip. Logistics Management Foundation in Arts

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

M.B.A. Oil and Gas Management B.B.A. Oil and Gas Management B.Sc. (Hons.) Industrial Metallurgy Foundation Studies

FACULTY OF INDUSTRIAL BUSINESSFACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

B.Pharm. (Hons.) Pharmacy Foundation in Science

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

FACULTY OF MUSIC, SOCIAL SCIENCES AND DESIGN

Foundation & Undergraduate Programmes 2011

School of Music Foundation in Music B.Mus. (Hons.) Classical Music B.Mus. (Hons.) Contemporary Music

School of Design B.C.A (Hons.) 3D Animation Design B.A. (Hons.) Fashion Design with Marketing

FACULTY OF MUSIC, SOCIAL SCIENCES AND DESIGN

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

School of Social Sciences B.A. (Hons.) English Language and Communication

B.A. (Hons.) Mass Communication

B.A. (Hons.) Psychology

Foundation in Arts

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

School of Engineering B.Eng. (Hons.) Electrical and Electronic Engineering B.Eng. (Hons.) Communication and Electronic Engineering B.Eng. (Hons.) Mechatronic Engineering B.Eng. (Hons.) Mechanical Engineering B.Eng. (Hons.) Civil Engineering B.Eng. (Hons.) Petroleum Engineering B.Eng. (Hons.) Chemical Engineering (Petrochemical) Dip. Electrical and Electronic Engineering Foundation in Science

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

School of Architecture and Built Environment B.A. (Hons.) Interior Architecture

B.Sc. (Hons.) Architectural Technology

Dip. Interior Architecture

Dip. Architectural Studies

Foundation in Architectural Studies

FACULTY OF HOSPITALITY AND MANAGEMENT

B.A. (Hons.) Commerce B.A. (Hons.) Event and Tourism Management B.A. (Hons.) Hospitality Management Dip. Hotel Management Foundation Studies

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

School of Information Technology B.Sc. (Hons.) Computing B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Information System B.Sc. (Hons.) Mobile Computing Dip. Information Technology Foundation in Arts

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT PROGRAMMES)

POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

Postgraduate ProgrammesFaculty of Management and IT D.B.A. M.B.A. M.Sc. Logistics Management

Faculty of Economics and Policy Science• M. Pubic Policy

Faculty of Applied Sciences M.Sc. Applied Sciences, by Research M.Sc. Biotechnology with Business Management M.Sc. Biotechnology

Faculty of Medical Sciences• M.Sc. Anti-Aging, Aesthetics & Regenerative Medicine

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences• M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Build Environment M.Sc. Electrical Engineering

A-Level AcademyLondon Examinations Modular GCE A-Levels (Edexcel)

The Advanced Level (A-Levels) examinations are internationally recognised as entry requirements into various undergraduate degree courses in institutions around the world. UCSI University offers an 18-month London Examinations Modular A-Level programme.

With so many other pre-university and matriculation programmes being offered, it is worth considering the benefits of the A-Level examinations. The primary reason is that it is still one of the most widely-recognised and highly-regarded examinations throughout the English-speaking world and is accepted by most established institutions of higher education globally.

The A-Level programme provides exposure to learning at a more advanced level. UCSI University ’s A-Level programme is aimed at equipping students with critical thinking, and research and analytical skills - all of which are crucial in today’s competitive job market. This programme is also designed to develop students’ perception and understanding of ideas and events, which in turn, will prepare them to make independent decisions, especially in their pursuit of higher education.

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UCSIUniversity,KualaLumpurCampus(SouthWing)(KPT / JPT / DFT / US / W06)

No.1 Jalan Menara Gading, UCSI Heights, Cheras, 56000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Tel : 603 - 9101 8880 Fax: 603 - 9102 2614

UCSIUniversity,TerengganuCampus(KPT / JPT / DFT / US / T01)

Bukit Khor, PT 11065, Mukim Rusila, 21600 Marang, Terengganu, Malaysia.Tel : 609 - 628 1880 / 1889 Fax: 609 - 628 1885

UCSIUniversity,SarawakCampus(KPT / JPT / DFT / US / Y04)

Lot 2498, Block 16, KCLD, Jalan Tun Jugah, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.Tel : 6082 - 455 255 Fax: 6082 - 455 015

Faculty of Medicine Sciences Faculty of Management and IT (Business Programmes)

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Faculty of Music, Social Sciences and Design

Faculty of Music, Social Sciences and Design

Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Built Environment (Engineering Programmes)

Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Built Environment (Architecture Programmes)

Faculty of Hospitality and Management

Faculty of Management and IT (IT Programmes)

Postgraduate Studies A-Level Academy

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Revised on Dec 2010

UCSIUniversity,KualaLumpurCampus(NorthWing)Lot 12734, Jalan Choo Lip Kung, Taman Taynton View, 56000 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Tel : 603 - 9101 8880 Fax: 603 - 9102 3606

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