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Foundation In Science (Medical Sciences)

About

UCSI’s Foundation in Medical Science programme offers a specialised pathway for those aspiring to become doctors or healthcare professionals. This programme is designed to prepare students for the intellectual demands of degrees in medicine, nursing, and optometry. From the outset, students are taught and mentored by esteemed professors, fostering a learning environment that encourages academic excellence and professional growth.

The curriculum provides a robust foundation in core Science and Mathematics subjects, including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics—essential prerequisites for medical and healthcare studies. Additionally, the programme offers specialised focus areas that provide practical exposure to medical sciences and essential soft skills, enhancing students' ability to excel in the healthcare field. Assessment methods vary by course and include a combination of written exams (50%) and project-based coursework (50%), ensuring a balanced evaluation of theoretical knowledge and practical application.

Key facts

Statistics
Qualification Pre-U (Foundation, A-level, etc)
Study mode Full-time
Duration 1 year
Intakes February, June, October
Tuition (Local students) ₹ 451,473
Tuition (Foreign students) ₹ 687,903

Subjects

  • Health and Medicine

  • Pure Science

Duration

1 year

Tuition fees

Description Local students Foreign students
Tuition fee ₹ 451,473 ₹ 687,903
Miscellaneous fees Data not available Data not available
Total estimated cost of attendance ₹ 451,473 ₹ 687,903
Estimated cost per year ₹ 451,473 ₹ 687,903

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

Academic Requirements

  • SPM / O-Level: 5 credits, including:
    • B grade in: Mathematics / Additional Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology
  • Other Equivalent Qualifications (Recognized by MQA): Overall average of 65%, in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Mathematics

Note: Subject to acceptance by professional bodies such as the Malaysian Medical Council and Malaysian Pharmacy Board.


English Language Requirements

Candidates are exempted from SE004 Basic English and SE005 English Foundation if they meet any of the following:

  • UEC English Language: Minimum Grade A2
  • MUET: Minimum Band 2
  • TOEFL: Score 30-31
  • IELTS: Minimum 4.0
  • O-Level/IGCSE/SPM English 1119: Minimum Grade C
  • CEFR: Minimum Grade B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1)
  • Cambridge English Qualification: Minimum 140
  • Cambridge Linguaskill: Minimum 140
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum 36

Curriculum

Compulsory Courses:

  • General Chemistry I & II
  • General Biology I & II
  • General Physics I & II
  • Introduction to Engineering
  • Introduction to IR4.0 Technologies for Sustainable Development
  • Fundamentals of Mathematics
  • Introduction to Probability & Statistics
  • Algebra & Trigonometry
  • Introductory Calculus
  • Computing Essentials

Elective Courses (Choose Any 3):

  • Introduction to Pharmacy
  • Introduction to Formulation Science
  • Biotech & Forensics: The Science that Drives Life
  • Food & Nutrition: Journey Towards Health
  • Current Topics in Aquaculture
  • Role of Engineers in Society
  • Elementary Engineering Design
  • Introduction to Medical Sciences
  • Soft Skills for Healthcare Professionals

 

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