Foundation in Science
The Foundation in Science program is an intensive academic curriculum designed to provide students with a strong foundational knowledge in the core scientific disciplines. This program serves as a stepping stone for individuals who aspire to pursue higher education in science-related fields or embark
on careers in scientific research and innovation. With a focus on critical thinking, analytical skills and practical applications, the program equips students with the tools they need to excel in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of science.
Entry Requirements
| SPM | A pass with at least credit in 5 subjects |
|---|---|
| O-Level | A pass with at least Grade C in 5 subjects |
| UEC | A pass with at least Grade B in three (3) subjects |
Note :
For progression to the Degree program in specialised fields, students are required to have a credit in relevant subjects at the SPM level or an equivalent.
Areas of Studies
Medical
- SPM*/O-level: 5Bs (Including Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths/ Add Maths and one other subject)
- UEC – 3Bs (Including Biology/ Chemistry, Physics/Maths/ Add Maths
Dentistry
- SPM*/O-level: 5Bs (Including Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths/ Add Maths and one other subject)
- UEC – 4Bs (Including Biology/ Chemistry, Physics/Maths/ Add Maths and one other subject)
Pharmacy
- SPM*/O-level: 5Bs (Including Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths/ Add Maths and one other subject). Compulsory pass in Bahasa Melayu and a credit in English SPM.
Allied Health Science
- SPM*/O-level: 5Cs (icluding a credit in Biology, Physics, Maths and Chemistry)
- UEC – 3Bs (including a credit in Biology, Physics/Maths, Chemistry)
Engineering
- SPM*/O-level: 5Cs (including a credit in Maths as well as 3 other subjects or with other equivalent qualifications)
- UEC – 3Bs (including a credit in Mathematics and Physics as well as 1 other subject or other equivalent qualification)
Built Environment
- SPM*/O-level: 5Cs (including a credit in Maths and as well as 4 other subjects or other equivalent qualifications)
- UEC – 3Bs (including a credit in Mathematics as well as 2 other subjects or other equivalent qualifications)
Other field of Science
- SPM*/O-level: 5Cs (including a credit in Maths, 2 Science subjects and as well as 2 other subjects or other equivalent qualifications)
- UEC – 3Bs (including a credit in Mathematics and 2 science subjects or other equivalent qualifications)
Software Engineering, Computer Science & Information Technology
- SPM*/ O-level: 5Cs (including Mathematics)
- UEC: 3Bs (including Mathematics)
*Must include a pass in Bahasa Melayu and History (Sejarah)
Programme Module
Basic Courses
- Basic Programme Design
- Co-curriculum
- English Language Proficiency
- Field Trips and Study Tour
- Foundation of Statistics
- Introduction to Academic English
- Introduction to Business
- Introduction to IT
- Introduction to Marketing
- Introduction to Programming
Elective Courses
- Advanced Mathematics
- Basic Electrical Engineering
- Biological Science I
- Biological Science II
- Computer Hardware and Maintenance
- General Chemistry I
- General Chemistry II
- General Physics I
- General Physics II
- Introduction to Workshop
- Mathematics for Science
Career Prospects
Here are just some of the things you can pursue with a Foundation in Science:
- Engineering
- Biomedical Sciences
- Nursing
- Computer Science
- Culinology
- Agricultural Science
Scholarship
Nilai University offers scholarships for students from various backgrounds, with the goal of helping students grow to be well-rounded and ambitious individuals and allowing them to reach their goals through quality education. We achieve this by combining academic excellence with a growth mindset for life-long learning.
