Key information
The Malaysia Foundation Programme uses an innovative challenge-based learning approach to provide students with an enhanced and engaging experience.
- Programme code
- KPT/JPS (R2/0011/3/0223) (MQA/FA3952) 07/30
- Level
- Foundation
- Delivery type
- Full Time
- Qualification
- Cert of Higher Education
- Mode of delivery
- On-Campus
- Duration
- 1 year
- Location
- Malaysia
- Start date
- September, January, May, July
The Foundation in Science is a focused programme of academic subjects, study skills and English language training designed to provide you with a direct route into a professionally relevant and internationally recognised degree at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.
The tailored programme of courses is a direct pathway to your choice of a range of professionally relevant degrees. The focused academic content is taught in a way that introduces you to independent learning. Your development is monitored through regular assessments and feedback.
On achieving the required grades to complete the programme successfully you will progress to your chosen degree, in one of these subjects, starting in September of the following year:
- MA (Hons) Accounting and Business Finance
- BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science
- BBA (Hons) Bachelor of Business Administration
- MA (Hons) Business and Finance
- BSc (Hons) Computing Science
- MEng Chemical Engineering
- MEng Civil Engineering
- MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- MA (Hons) International Business Management
- MEng Robotic and Mechatronic Engineering
- MEng Mechanical Engineering
- BSc (Hons) Psychology
- BSc (Hons) Psychology with Management
- BSc (Hons) Psychology with Marketing
- BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying
- BSc (Hons) Statistical Data Science
Your student experience
University-style teaching
The Malaysia Foundation Programme uses an innovative challenge-based learning approach to provide students with an enhanced and engaging experience.
This approach ensures that our students are supported with the following ie:
- Holistic and authentic learning experience in their academic journey framed around a global narrative
- A linked learning pathway with challenges and learning activities that reflect the subject content for each week's topic(s)
- Social learning experience using our Virtual Learning Environment which encourages learners to build their knowledge together through sharing ideas, answers and reflections
- Ease of transitioning to new study environment with the Fit-For-Future orientation programme that prepares students for success at the start of their academic journey with fun and impactful activities that help boost self-awareness and confidence, raise emotional well-being and form new friendships
Successful completion of the foundation programme enables entry to the first year of your undergraduate degree at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia or the equivalent level offered in the UK and Dubai campuses.
Mentoring
Our academic staff are not only teaching professionals but are also key to the student support system. From day one you will be introduced to a member of the teaching team who will be your mentor and will be able to provide general guidance and support.
Go Global
Go Global is our student mobility programme, allowing you to seamlessly transfer your studies to one of our global campuses, or to a partner university. Live and learn in a new country, experience different cultures and build a global perspective, while continuing your degree without interruption.
Inter-Campus Transfer: Dubai
Inter-Campus Transfer: United Kingdom
Course content
September Intake - Malaysia
January intake - Malaysia
Disclaimer
The courses mentioned above may change between now and the time that you study. For more information, please view our Terms and Conditions.
Student testimonials
Becoming a student here has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I still remember my first class in Object-Oriented Programming back in May, which was the start of my exciting journey. Since then, I've gained knowledge, made amazing friends, and felt constant support from my parents and lecuters.
Fees and funding
| Status | Full Time |
|---|---|
| Local | RM 29,370 |
| International | RM 39,718.20 |
Scholarships and bursaries
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View detailsEntry requirements
We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.
Why Heriot-Watt
We are committed to producing future-ready graduates with high-quality British education. Located in Putrajaya since 2014, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's purpose-built, state-of-the-art, lakeside campus in Putrajaya is the first “green campus” in Malaysia; catering to a global network of students.
Ranked in the top 10 for Research Impact in the UK, with campuses in Scotland and Dubai, we offer students the opportunity of a truly global seamless learning experience flourishing beyond academic excellence through our Purpose Driven Education approach.
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