Overview

This Foundation in Science is a pre-university foundation programme from University of Wollongong aims to provide pre-university students in Malaysia a smooth transition from secondary school to a university degree.

Why Pursue a Foundation in Science at UOW Malaysia?

This one-year programme focuses on building fundamental knowledge in core science subjects while also exposing students to a broader academic context. Its flexible curriculum allows students to select from two elective tracks based on their interests and future study plans:

Engineering / IT / Computer Science

Pure Science

Beyond subject knowledge, the Foundation in Science courses emphasises the development of essential academic skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent learning. Students are encouraged to explore new concepts, methods and ideas, helping them grow intellectually and adapt to the rigors of university-level education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced English Course

Computer Application

Chemistry

Physics

Mathematics

Critical Writing and Research Skills

Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-09 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-10-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-04-14 00:00:00

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More details

UOW Malaysia will submit your application to EMGS for e-VAL processing, which takes about 8 weeks. Late applications may result in deferment of the intake date.

Language

English

PTE Academic

36

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IELTS

4

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Simpang Empat, Malaysia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

36

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IELTS

4

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Other requirements

General requirements

SPM / GCE O Levels: 5 Credits

UEC: 3 Credits

English Requirement

Local Student: Pass (English at SPM level or equivalent)

International Student: Band 4.0 in IELTS; or a min score of 30 (IBT) or 5 (Essentials-Online) in TOEFL; or Cambridge English (140); or PTE Academic (36); or UOW Malaysia English Entrance Test (60)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

26850 AUD / year

≈ 26850 AUD / year
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Citizens or residents

19950 AUD / year

≈ 19950 AUD / year

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Overview

Why Pursue a Foundation in Science at UOW Malaysia?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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