Master of Science in Nutrition (By Research)

Master of science in nutrition takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of food and nutrition. Students complete mandatory basic courses in food and nutrition in addition to additional courses in an approved concentration that most students develop on their own. 

Entry Requirements

• A Bachelor degree (Level 6, Malaysian Qualifications Framework, (MQF)) in Nutrition or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate; or
• A Bachelor degree (Level 6, MQF) in Nutrition or related fields or equivalent with a minimum CGPA between 2.50 and not meeting 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; or
• A Bachelor degree (Level 6, MQF) in Nutrition or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the related field and rigorous internal assessment.
• For international students, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 500 OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 OR its equivalent is needed. If a student does not meet this requirement, the Lincoln University College must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the program. This is normally conducted through an assessment process.

Master of Science in Nutrition takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of food and nutrition. Students complete mandatory basic courses in food and nutrition in addition to additional courses in an approved concentration that most students develop on their own. The program’s adaptability makes it appropriate for a variety of graduate students, including those with limited undergraduate food or nutrition training, those with an existing registered dietetics credential who wish to obtain an advanced degree.

Master of Science in Nutrition provides students with professional prospects in both the food science and nutrition fields. Some of the options are listed below:

• Researcher
• Professors
• Director of Organizations
• Nutritionist
• Clinical Dietician
• Public Health Nutritionist
• Dietician Consultant

Master in Food and Nutrition provides students with professional prospects in both the food science and nutrition fields. Some of the options are listed below:

• Researcher
• Professors
• Director of Organizations
• Nutritionist
• Clinical Dietician
• Public Health Nutritionist
• Dietician Consultant