Nottingham's Foundation Programme at the University of Nottingham Malaysia is a flexible pre-university route that prepares students for undergraduate study.
Malaysia
University of Nottingham
Foundation
General
In-person
1 Year
US$9,344
N/A
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Nottingham's Foundation Programme at the University of Nottingham Malaysia is a flexible pre-university route that prepares students for undergraduate study. It focuses on building a strong academic base while developing critical thinking, academic literacy and communication skills. The programme is open to both Malaysian and international students and is positioned as a pathway towards study at the university.
The course offers tailored pathways and a flexible structure, giving students a guided transition into their chosen degree. Its general foundation level makes it a broad preparation year rather than a narrow specialist route, with the emphasis placed on readiness for degree-level learning and the skills needed to move confidently into undergraduate study.
English 1: Writing for Academic Purposes
Critical Thinking and Study Skills
Fundamentals of Mathematics
Mathematics
Biology 1
Chemistry 1
Physics 1
Information Technology
Psychology
Fundamentals of Business
Social Science 1
Humanities 1
English 2: Oral Communication for Academic Purposes
Sustainability: Local and Global Perspectives
Advanced Mathematics
Biology 2
Chemistry 2
Chemistry 3
Physics 2
Programming
Fundamentals of Economics
Principles of Accounting
Social Science 2
Humanities 2
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| GCSE / IGCSE | Minimum 5 Cs required. Excluded subjectsMoral Studies and Religious Studies are excluded. Subject considerationConsideration will be given to relevant subjects. |
| IB Middle Years Programme | 4, 4, 4, 4, 4. Excluded componentThe Personal Project is excluded. Subject considerationConsideration will be given to relevant subjects. |
| A Level | DDD. Excluded subjectsCritical thinking and general studies are excluded. |
| Computer Science | 5Cs. Required subjectsMathematics and Additional Mathematics are required. If you do not have Additional MathematicsStudents without Additional Mathematics must have at least a B in Mathematics and a C in 1 Science, Technology, or Engineering subject. |
| Mathematics | 5Cs. Required subjectsMathematics and Additional Mathematics or 1 Science, Technology, or Engineering subject are required. If you do not have Additional MathematicsStudents without Additional Mathematics must have at least a B in Mathematics. |
| Biomedical Science / Nutrition, Biotechnology / Environmental Science / Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences | 5Cs. Required subjectsMathematics and 2 science subjects are required.
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| Pharmacy | 5Bs. Required subjectsBiology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics / Additional Mathematics are required. |
| Psychology | Minimum of 5Cs. Required subjectsMathematics and 1 science subject are required. If you do not have a science subjectStudents without a science subject must take the Psychology module in foundation and achieve at least 50% for the module to progress. |
| Applied Psychology | Minimum of 5Cs. Required subjectsMathematics is required. |
| Business | 5Cs. Required subjectsAt least a B in Mathematics is required. If Mathematics is graded CStudents with a C in Mathematics must take and pass the Fundamental Mathematics module to progress. |
| Economics | 5Cs. Required subjectsAt least an A- in Mathematics is required. If Mathematics is graded CStudents with a C in Mathematics must take the Fundamental Mathematics module and achieve at least 45% to progress. |
| IB MYP | 4. Alternative / noteNot applicable. |
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| Qualification review | Application reviewAll candidates are considered on an individual basis and a broad range of qualifications is accepted. Entry yearThe entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry. |
| Intended/future degree programme you wish to pursue | Programme conditionPre-requisite to meet before foundation. |
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each element. Alternative score5.5 with no less than 5.0 in each element. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80. Section minimumsMinimum 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. Alternative score72. Alternative section minimumsMinimum 16 in Writing, 15 in Listening, 14 in Reading and 19 in Speaking. |
| PTE (Academic) | 65 with no less than 59 in each element. Alternative score59 with no less than 53 in each element. |
| GCSE O-Level | Grade C / 4. Alternative / noteNot applicable. |
| IGCSE (first language) | Grade C / 4. Alternative / noteNot applicable. |
| IGCSE (second language) | Grade B / 6. Alternative scoreGrade B / 5. |
| MUET | Band 4. Alternative / noteNot applicable. |
| Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | US$9,344 |
| Estimated total | US$9,344 |
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.
Nottingham's Foundation Programme at the University of Nottingham Malaysia is a flexible pre-university route that prepares students for undergraduate study.
Nottingham's Foundation Programme takes 1 year and is delivered in person.
Academic entry requirements vary by qualification and may include GCSE / IGCSE, IB Middle Years Programme or other accepted pathways. English evidence may include IELTS 6.0.
The estimated international tuition fee is US$9,344.
Nottingham's Foundation Programme focuses on pre-university preparation at the University of Nottingham.
