Foundation in Arts (Information Technology) at UCSI University is a one-year foundation pathway that prepares students for further study in computer science and information technology.
Malaysia
UCSI University
Foundation
Computer Science
In-person
1 Year
US$9,460
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Foundation in Arts (Information Technology) at UCSI University is a one-year foundation pathway that prepares students for further study in computer science and information technology. Based at UCSI’s Institute of Computer Science and Digital Innovation, it focuses on building the academic grounding needed for progression into technology-related degree study.
The programme takes a practice-oriented approach, combining coursework and written examinations with lectures, tutorials, computer lab work, team-based projects and independent projects. Teaching is delivered by university lecturers and industry experts, giving the course a hands-on character that develops computing knowledge, analytical thinking, critical thinking and problem-solving skills for study in a fast-changing digital environment.
Core Subjects
Web Development
Computing Studies
Quantitative Methods
Common courses
Accounting Practice
Principles of Economics
Introduction to Business
Fundamentals of Marketing
Writing for Academic Purposes
Office Applications
Fundamentals of Database
Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Students are required to take 3 elective courses below during their Foundation Studies:
Critical Thinking Skills
Smart Learning Technology
Fundamentals of Oral Communication
Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Foundation in Arts (Information Technology) at UCSI University is a one-year foundation pathway that prepares students for further study in computer science and information technology.
Foundation in Arts (Information Technology) takes 1 year and is delivered in person.
Foundation in Arts (Information Technology) is a pathway-style course for students preparing for relevant further study. Progression depends on the published entry requirements for the target course.
Academic entry requirements include O-Level: Pass with 5 credits (C) including Mathematics.
The estimated international tuition fee is US$9,460.
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| O-Level | Required subjectsPass with 5 credits (C) including Mathematics |
| Other equivalent qualifications | Any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government |
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| PTE | English exemption evidence: UEC English Language A2; MUET Band 2; TOEFL 30-31; IELTS Academic 4.0; O-Level / IGCSE / SPM English 1119 grade C; CEFR B1; Cambridge English Qualification 140; Cambridge Linguaskill 140; Pearson Test 36. |
| SPM | Students below B+ in SPM English Language or the listed English evidence must take SE004 Basic English before SE005 English Foundation. |
| Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | US$9,460 |
| Estimated total | US$9,460 |
Fee amounts are estimates based on university-published international student fee information available at the time of publication. Actual fees may change by intake and may vary because of exchange rates, taxes, or university updates.