Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia
SPM
Pass with a minimum Grade B in the following 5 subjects;
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics); AND
- Any other 1 subject
Foundation in Science (Medicine/Pharmacy)
Your First Step Towards Your Career Goals
Intake starts in March, July, October
Duration
Full-time: 1 Year
Programme Level
Foundation
Awarding Institution
University of Cyberjaya Main Campus
Available to International and Domestic students.
(N/0011/3/0145) (MQA/PA 17226)
Overview
Is Foundation in Science for You?
Our Foundation in Science programme is your gateway to a career in healthcare, offering a tailored pathway to undergraduate degrees in Medicine, Pharmacy, and other medical sciences. This course provides a nurturing pre-university environment, fostering early interaction with fellow students and engagement with the broader community through activities that promote social consciousness.
We're committed to delivering a comprehensive learning experience, underpinned by professional ethics and values. Through reflection sessions, and feedback from peers, mentors, and self-evaluations, we ensure a well-rounded educational journey for every student.
Programme Pathway
Designed as a stepping stone to further studies at UoC, the Foundation in Science prepares you for a range of healthcare-related undergraduate programmes, including:
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)
- Bachelor in Psychology (Hons)
- Bachelor in Occupational Safety & Health (Hons)
- Bachelor in Homeopathic Medical Sciences (Hons)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons)
- Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering Technology (Hons)
- Bachelor of Nursing (Hons)
- Bachelor of Dietetics (Hons)
Course Structure
Course Description
This foundation programme is designed as a pathway for students to pursue a degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Dental Surgery or other medical disciplines. The subjects offered are specifically tailored for direct progression to the undergraduate programmes. It offers a pre-university setting that encourages interaction among students and community engagement through various student-led events and socially conscious initiatives.
Semester 1
- Mathematics 1
- Chemistry 1
- Chemistry Lab 1
- English for Pre-U
Semester 2
- Mathematics 2
- Physics 1
- Physics Lab 1
- Biology 1
- Biology Lab 1
- Academic Communication
- Introduction to Medicine and Pharmacy
- Affective Domain 2
Semester 3
- Physics 2
- Chemistry 2
- Chemistry Lab 2
- Biology 2
- Biology Lab 2
- English Language and Culture
- Computing Essentials
- Pengajian Islam / Pengajian Moral
- Affective Domain 1
The Experience
Who is teaching?
The University has over 30 different science laboratories for basic sciences subjects as well as specialized research laboratories such as Pharmacognosy Lab, Simulated Aseptic Room, Medical Sciences Lab, Biomedical Engineering Lab and Bioequivalance Drug Lab among others. All these laboratories are fully equipped to ensure students are properly trained using relevant and up-to-date technology.
The university library specializes in the collection of healthcare references. Materials available in the library are also focused on subjects offered by the Faculties including Biochemistry, Neurology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Physiology, Cardiology, Psychiatry etc. The library holds approximately 13,000 titles of physical books and thousands more e-journals and multimedia collection.
On Campus Learning
Classes are held at Cyberjaya Campus with our state-of-the-art facilities.
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Qualification
Requirement
International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) – O Levels
O-level
Pass with a minimum Grade B in the following 5 subjects;
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics)
- Any other 1 subject
Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
Certificate
Pass with a minimum of grade of B4 in the following 3 subjects;
- Biology
- Chemistry; AND
- Physics / Mathematics / Advanced Mathematics
Notes
Other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Government of Malaysia
How to Apply
Applications can be made using our Online Registration System.
01
Create Account
Create an account in Student System
02
Documentation
Complete your documentations
03
Choose
Choose your programme
04
upload
Upload your documents
05
submit
Submit your application
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