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Foundation in Science
About
Technology and science are at the forefront of a nation's development, advancement, and competitiveness. In addition to leading research and development initiatives that can result in technical innovation, nation-building and economic development programs require appropriately and suitably trained personnel in the scientific and technological domains. At Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM), the aim is to encourage young people to pursue careers in science and technology by providing them with an alternate pathway to undergraduate study through a science preuniversity study program. The XMUM Foundation in Science program is made to accommodate students' unique interests and academic preferences, especially in the areas of information and communication technology, energy science, marine science, and traditional Chinese medicine. Students will advance to the appropriate undergraduate programs at XMUM after successfully completing the foundation program.
Key facts
| Qualification | Pre-U (Foundation, A-level, etc) |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Intakes | April, August, December |
| Tuition (Local students) | B$ 5,147 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | B$ 5,450 |
Subjects
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Pure Science
Duration
1 year
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | B$ 5,147 | B$ 5,450 |
| Miscellaneous fees | B$ 90 | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | B$ 5,238 | B$ 5,450 |
| Estimated cost per year | B$ 5,238 | B$ 5,450 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | B$ 30 |
| Registration Fee | B$ 60 |
Foreign students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | B$ 30 |
| Registration Fee | B$ 60 |
|
International Student Fee
International Student Fee is inclusive of Admin fee, EMGS fee, visa application, visa renewal, insurance. |
B$ 756 |
| Security Deposit (refundable) | B$ 302 |
| Hostel Deposit (refundable) | B$ 151 |
| Hostel Application Fee | B$ 30 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Physical Science:
- A pass in SPM/SPMV with at least a credit or Grade C in 5 subjects, including Mathematics and Physics, and a pass in Bahasa Melayu and English or other equivalent qualifications; or
- A pass in O-Level with at least a credit or Grade C in 5 subjects, including Mathematics and Physics, and a pass in English or other equivalent qualifications; or
- A pass in UEC with at least a Grade B in 3 subjects, including Mathematics and Physics, and a pass in Bahasa Melayu and English or other equivalent qualifications.
Biological Science/Traditional Chinese Medicine:
- A pass in SPM/SPMV with at least a credit or Grade C in 5 subjects, including Mathematics and 2 science subjects, and a pass in Bahasa Melayu and English or other equivalent qualifications; or
- A pass in O-Level with at least a credit or Grade C in 5 subjects, including Mathematics and 2 science subjects, and a pass in English or other equivalent qualifications; or
- A pass in UEC with at least a Grade B in 3 subjects, including Mathematics and 2 science subjects, and a pass in Bahasa Melayu and English or other equivalent qualifications.
Curriculum
Compulsory Courses:
- Introduction to Academic English
- Academic Reading and Writing
- Basics of Critical Thinking
- Effective Presentations
- Computing and Digital Skills
Core Courses:
- Statistics for Science
- Chemistry I
- Chemistry II
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Science Communication
Core Courses (Specialization):
- Physical Science:
- Mechanics and Waves
- Electromagnetism
- Computer Science
- Thermodynamics and Modern Physics
- Biological Science:
- General Physics
- Cell Biology
- Introduction to Biotechnology
- Basics of Environmental Science
- Traditional Chinese Medicine:
- General Physics
- Cell Biology
- Human Physiology and Genetics
- Chinese for Traditional Chinese Medicine