Bachelor of Food Science and Technology

Duration

3 years

Intakes

February, July and October

Fees

In 2026, the annual tuition fees for the Bachelor of Food Science and Technology are:

• RM51,360 for Malaysian students
• RM60,480 for international students.

General fees

• Application (once only) - RM100
• Registration (once only) - RM200
• General amenities (per semester) - RM100
• International student pass application - Click here.

Credit transfer

Applications for credit can include credit transfer for previous study or recognition of prior learning.

The course provides a solid scientific foundation in chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry and the physical sciences, together with knowledge of the processing and formulation of agricultural raw materials into safe and nutritious food products.

At Monash University Malaysia, you'll have the opportunity to study a broad range of topics in your food science and technology degree such as:

• Biochemistry
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Food microbiology
• Human nutrition
• Laboratory management
• Strategic food quality management
• Food product development and innovation
• Food processing, preservation and packaging
• Food chemistry
• Microbiology
• Food bioprocess technology
• Functional foods
• Statistics.

More information
The Monash University Handbook has more detailed information about the structure and requirements for the Bachelor of Food Science and Technology.

Download the course map here.

Top 100 in the world

Your Food Science and Technology degree will be recognised wherever you want to work or study in the world. Monash University is ranked (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026):

• No. 26 for Life Sciences and Medicine
• No. 41 for Anatomy and Physiology
• No. 47 in the world for Chemistry
• No. 52 in the world for Environmental Sciences
• No. 56 for Biological Sciences
• No. 58 for Natural Sciences.

International standards

Our science courses have a strong regional focus with a global perspective. Many of our units are identical to those offered at the Clayton campus and are in disciplines where there is a demand for quality graduates in Malaysia and beyond.

Professionally accredited

The Bachelor of Food Science and Technology is accredited by the International Union of Food Science and Technology. Monash is the first private tertiary institution in Malaysia to receive the accreditation.

Hands-on learning

You'll be exposed to a range of engaging and real-world learning activities, including study trips and laboratory practices, experiencing a state-of-the-art pilot food processing facility and working on a food product development project. These will help you hone your critical thinking skills and techniques related to the broad areas of food science and technology.

Practical experience

Build your professional experience with an eight-week internship that's part of your food science and technology course. We've worked with companies across the country and region to place our students, such as Nestlé, Mac Food, Lee Kum Kee, F&N, Yeo Hiap Seng, Givaudan and Gardenia.

Excellent learning environment

You’ll develop academically and personally in a dynamic and stimulating environment, and have access to brilliant minds and exceptional facilities. 100% of our academic staff in Science hold a PhD or MBBS/PhD degree.

You'll find employment in national and multinational food companies in the following areas:

• food product/process development
• quality assurance and control
• sensory science and evaluation
• food laws and regulations
• food hygiene and safety
• food packaging
• flavour/food chemistry
• food microbiology
• natural products research
• scientific and regulatory affairs.