What is the difference between a dietician and a nutritionist? Nutrition is the science that deals with the study of foods and nutrients, and their effect on an individual. On the other hand, Dietetics is the practical application of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of disease.
Graduates of IMU鈥檚 Dietetics with Nutrition Degree programme will be able to work as dietitians in the government and private sectors, providing healthcare services, food service management, and counselling in disease management and prevention.
This 4-year programme provides an advantage for employment as students are exposed to a variety of work placements such as food service, clinical dietetics and community dietetics.
Career Pathway
Dietitians are trained professionals engaged in managing diseases by advising appropriate dietary management. They work together with other healthcare professionals in clinics, hospitals and food service sectors catering to individuals with disease conditions. This profession encompasses many levels of expertise and a wide variety of career possibilities.
August 2025
International Medical University
No 126, Jalan Jalil Perkasa 19,
Bukit Jalil,
KUALA LUMPUR,
Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur,
57000, Malaysia
To be considered for admission to undergraduate program, you will need the following:
IELTS: Overall band score of 5.5, those who opt for overseas option must achieve an overall band score of 7.0.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
