Duration
Usually about 1 year (2 or 3 semesters).
ADMISSION
Foundation Programme
A one-year pathway that prepares you for a Bachelor degree at a Malaysian university.
Foundation
OVERVIEW
About the Foundation Programme
A Foundation programme is a pre-university course for students who have completed secondary school (SSC, O-Level or equivalent). It builds the subject knowledge, English and study skills you need for a Bachelor degree.
Foundation programmes are offered in streams such as Science, Engineering, Business, Arts and Computing. After successful completion, you can progress directly into the first year of a related Bachelor degree.
KEY FACTS
Foundation Programme at a Glance
Entry Level
After SSC, O-Level, Grade 10 or an equivalent secondary qualification.
Next Step
Direct progression to year one of a related Bachelor degree.
Streams
Science, Engineering, Business, Arts, Computing and more.
DETAILS
Everything You Need to Know
Requirements below are typical for Malaysian universities. Each university and programme sets its own final requirements, so our counsellor will confirm yours.
Typically a completed secondary school certificate (SSC, O-Level or equivalent) with passes or credits in at least five subjects, usually including English and Mathematics.
Science and Engineering streams often require passes in Mathematics and a science subject.
Many universities accept IELTS 4.0 to 5.0 or an equivalent score. Students without a test can often take the university’s own English placement test or an intensive English course first.
- Passport (bio-data page)
- Academic certificates and transcripts (with English translation if needed)
- Passport-size photo with a white background
- English test result, if you have one
Tuition fees depend on the university and stream. Use Course Search to see current fees for your nationality, and ask us about scholarships of up to 70%.
Most universities offer several intakes each year. Your counsellor will confirm the next available intake for your chosen university.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply in Four Simple Steps
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Find your programme
Use Course Search to compare Foundation programmes, universities and tuition fees.
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Submit your application
Apply online through our student portal and upload your documents.
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Get your offer letter
We follow up with the university and share your offer letter with you.
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Visa and arrival
We guide your student visa process and help you prepare for arrival.
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