Foundation Program at APU

Reading Time: 5 minutes

APU Foundation program is like a test drive for your future studies. It lets you try out different subjects to see what you like. This way, when it’s time to choose your Degree, you’ll know what you’re really interested in.

It’s not just picking a Degree out of a hat. You’re making a choice based on what you’ve actually experienced. It’s like trying on different shoes and seeing which pair fits the best.

Once you’ve found the right fit, you can stride confidently into your Degree and the future you’ve chosen for yourself. And that’s the beauty of the Foundation program at APU.

Duration	Awarded by	Intakes
1 Year (3 Semesters)	APU, Foundation	10 Aug 2023 | 19 Sep 2023 | 21 Nov 2023

Admission Requirements

General Requirements
SPM	5 Credits in at least 5 subjects at SPM level with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);
IGCSE/O-LEVELS	5 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 5 subjects at IGCSE/O-Levels
UEC	3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC

Please be aware that the entry requirements mentioned above may change for certain programs. This is because they follow the most recent program standards set by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

To decide the qualification and entry requirements for the programs, we use the “Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)” which is also published by MQA.

Think of these entry requirements as your ticket to join our programs. They make sure everyone starts the program with a similar level of knowledge.

We base these requirements on standards set by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), a reliable body that ensures the quality of education in Malaysia. They publish a “Comparison List” which we use to understand how international qualifications compare to local ones.

English Requirements

International students need to take English exams and get the proper scores. English requirements for foundation program in APU university include:

• IELTS : 4.0
• TOEFL IBT : 30-31
• Pearson (PTE) : 36
• MUET : Band 3

Area of Study Requirements

Study in Business, Management and Marketing

If you plan to study in Business, Management, Marketing, Digital Marketing & Tourism, Media and International Relations or Industrial Design, Animation & Visual Effects, you should have following requirements:

• 5 Credits in at least 5 subjects at SPM level with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);
• 5 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 5 subjects at IGCSE/O-Levels;
• 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC;
• A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

Study in Psychology

In case you plan to study in Psychology, you should have following requirements:

• 5 Credits in at least 5 subjects at SPM level including Mathematics and Science OR Physics OR Chemistry OR Biology and a pass in English with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);
• 5 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 5 subjects including Mathematics, Science OR Physics OR Chemistry OR Biology and a pass in English at IGCSE/O-Levels;
• 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC including Mathematics, Science OR Physics OR Chemistry OR Biology;
• A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

Study in Computing and Technology

If you plan to study in Computing, Technology & Games Development or Accounting, Banking, Finance and Actuarial, you should have following requirements:

• 5 Credits in at least 5 subjects at SPM level including Mathematics with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);
• 5 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 5 subjects at IGCSE/O-Levels including Mathematics;
• 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC including Mathematics;
• A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

Study in Engineering

In case you plan to study in Engineering, you should have following requirements:

• 5 Credits in at least 5 subjects at SPM level including a Credit in Mathematics and Physics OR Chemistry OR Technical Science with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);
• 5 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 5 subjects including Mathematics and Physics OR Chemistry OR Technical Science at IGCSE/O-Levels;
• 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC including Mathematics and Physics OR Chemistry OR Technical Science.
• A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

Modules You Study

These classes will help you get ready for college. You’ll get a taste of what your major will be like, whether that’s Accounting, Banking, Finance, Actuarial Studies, Psychology, Business & Management, Computing & Technology, Engineering, Industrial Design, Animation, or Visual Effects. Plus, you’ll have a chance to explore different study options based on the major you pick.

Choose What You Study

They have a one-year Foundation Program that helps students who have finished SPM, IGCSE, O-Levels, or similar to get ready for their first year of university. After you finish this Foundation Program, you’ll know more about what you’re interested in, and you can pick the degree that’s right for you.

While you’re in the Foundation Program, you can pick different paths depending on what you like. This helps you get ready for a specific degree at APU that’s connected to what you studied in the foundation program.

APU Foundation Program is like a stepping stone towards university education. It’s a big change for students, but it’s important because it gives them the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes they need to do well in their studies and to be ready for work. They help students grow in four main areas:

• Leadership and teamwork
• Problem-solving skills
• Social skills and responsibilities
• Practical skills

In Foundation Program at APU, we have a special team of academic mentors who are there to help you. They are dedicated to helping you do well in your studies, giving you advice, and encouraging you to do your best. They also make sure you smoothly move from high school to university learning.

FAQs

1. What happens during a foundational year?

• A foundation year allows you to get an understanding of your profession before committing to the full three-year degree plan. In addition to subject knowledge, you will become accustomed to the HE environment and learn the skills required for higher level studies.

2. Why choose a Foundation Year?

• A foundation year degree is intended to give you with the skills and information you’ll need to transfer into undergraduate studies. The transition from sixth form/college to university can be intimidating for some students, with different sorts of classes and more independent study being top worries among new students.