Foundation in Science
The Foundation in Science is an intensive academic curriculum designed to provide students with a strong foundational knowledge in the core scientific disciplines. This programme 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 programme equips students with the tools they need to excel in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of science.
Entry Requirements
| SPM | Pass with at least credit in 5 subjects; or |
|---|---|
| O-Level | Pass with at least Grade C in 5 subjects; or |
| UEC | Pass with at least Grade B in 3 subjects; or its equivalent |
English Language Requirements* (for international students)
| MUET | 3.0 |
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| IELTS | 4.0 |
| TOEFL | 5 (Ess OL) / 30-31 (iBT) |
| Pearson | 36 |
| Linguaskill OL | 140 |
| ELS | 106 |
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
Medicine
- SPM*/O-level: 5Bs (Including Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics/ Additional Mathematics and one other subject); or
- UEC: A pass with at least Grade B4 in 3 subjects including Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics/Additional Mathematics
Dentistry
- SPM*/O-level: 5Bs including Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics/Additional Mathematics) and one other subject; or
- UEC: A pass with at least Grade B4 in 4 subjects including Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Mathematics/ Additional Mathematics and one other subject
Pharmacy
- SPM*/O-level: 5Bs including Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics/ Additional Mathematics and one other subject and must pass in Bahasa Melayu and English by obtaining at least grade C in SPM or equivalent
Allied Health Sciences
- SPM*/O-level: 5Cs (including a credit in Biology, Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry; or
- UEC – with at least Grade B in 3 including of Biology, Physics / Mathematics and Chemistry
Engineering
- SPM*/O-level: 5Cs including Mathematics and Physics as well as 3 other subjects or other equivalent qualifications; or
- UEC – A pass with at least Grade B in 3 subjects including Mathematics and Physics as well as 1 other subject or other equivalent qualification
Built Environment
- SPM*/O-level: At least credit in 5 subjects including Mathematics or other equivalent qualifications; or
- UEC – A pass with at least Grade B in 3 subjects including Mathematics or other equivalent qualifications
Other field of Science
- SPM*/O-level: At least credit in 5 subjects including Mathematics and 2 Science subjects; or
- UEC – A pass with at least Grade B in 3 subjects including Mathematic and 2 Science subjects or other equivalent qualifications
Other qualifications recognised as equivalent by the Government of Malaysia
*Must include a pass in Bahasa Melayu and History (Sejarah)
Programme Module
Core Courses
- Biological Sciences 1
- General Chemistry 1
- General Physics 1
- English Language Proficiency
- Foundation of Statistics
- Introduction to Academic English
- Introduction to Business
- Introduction to IT
- Introduction to Programming
Elective Courses
- Advanced Mathematics
- Basic Electrical Engineering
- Basic Programme Design
- Biological Science II
- Co-curriculum
- Computer Hardware and Maintenance
- Field Trips and Study Tours
- General Chemistry II
- General Physics II
- Introduction to Marketing
- 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
