Foundation In Science (FIS)

Foundation In Science (FIS) - Programme Overview

The Foundation in Science programme is a passport that will prepare you for your chosen area of study in the field of Science. This programme is structured to address the needs of students by keeping the following aspects into account.

The foundation in science was recognized by colleges and universities in Malaysia and Liverpool John Moores University in United Kingdom. This programme allow the student to pursue study in degree either engineering pathways and science pathways.

YPC foundation in science student

Student may likewise be suggested to seek after their interests in a particular region of science to help them select the direction that will prompt their ideal future.

To be future ready in your chosen area of study, the subjects covered includes chemistry, biology, physics and mathematics. Subjects like Study Skills & Critical Thinking are added to give students an advantage over their peers. This will help you to identify, and then pursue, a degree in the science field of your choice.

General Information

KPT/MQA APPROVAL [(N/344/3/0511)(PA11864)08/24]
COURSE CODE FIS
COURSE DURATION 1 Year (3 Semesters)
INTAKES January, April, August
ACADEMIC PROGRESSION UK Degree in collaboration with Liverpool John Moores University, UK.
COURSE FEE Scholarship / Self-pay

Entry Requirement

Foundation in Science leading to Medical, Dentistry, and Pharmacy

Education level Entry Requirement
SPM/O-Level/UEC Minimum 5Bs including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics, and English 1119

Foundation in Science leading to Health Science

Education level Entry Requirement
SPM/O-Level/UEC Minimum 5 credits including 3 subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or English 1119)

Foundation in Science leading to other science fields

Education level Entry Requirement
SPM/O-Level/UEC Minimum 5 credits including Mathematics, English 1119 and 2 science subjects

Foundation in Science leading to Engineering

Education level Entry Requirement
SPM/O-Level/UEC Minimum 5 credits including Mathematics, English 1119 and 1 physical science subject (Physics, Chemistry or any equivalent subject)

Foundation in Science leading to Build Environment

Education level Entry Requirement
SPM/O-Level/UEC SPM/O-Level/UEC with minimum 5 credits including Mathematics or any other equivalent subject)

YPC'S FACULTY OF SCIENCE EDUCATION PATHWAY

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YPC faculty of science education pathway desktop

Academic Progression

Engineering Pathways
  • Architecture
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical & Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Construction Management
  • Aeronautical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Robotic Engineering
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
Science Pathways
  • Medicine
  • Dentistry
  • Pharmacy
  • Biotechnology
  • Food Science
  • Health & Sport Science
  • Veterinary
  • Biochemistry
  • Biomedical Science
  • Nutrition
  • Marine Science