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International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)

IIUM Foundation Studies

(November 2024 Intake)

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IIUM Foundation Programme

"The foundation programmes at IIUM are specially designed to provide students with the required knowledge and necessary skills to prepare them for entry into the degree programmes offered by the various Kulliyyah's (faculties) at IIUM."

Admission
(Secure your place now via Direct Channel)
Malaysian Applicant with IGCSE/ GCSE Qualification

Malaysian students with IGCSE/ GCSE qualifications (previously known as GCE O-Level) or its equivalent who are not eligible to apply to Malaysia's public universities through UPU may apply for the Foundation programmes through this Direct Channel.

Malaysian Applicant with SPM Qualification

Malaysian students with SPM qualifications may apply for the Foundation programme through this Direct Channel without having to go through the stiff competition as in UPU.

International Applicant with IGCSE/ GCSE Qualification

The Foundation programmes are open to students who have successfully obtained the IGCSE/ GCSE qualifications from any part of the world. 

Duration of Study

One (1) year or 3 semesters

"Your Fastest route to a Bachelor's Degree"

Exclusively offered through Direct Channel

Aside from UPU, few Public Universities are now open direct entry routes through a special channel aimed at providing other alternatives, especially for Malaysian students with SPM and other equivalent qualifications.

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The Direct Entry is a great optional route and a worthwhile investment as many students have already enjoyed the opportunity to pursue their dream programme with a brighter career prospects.

Now the choice is yours!

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  • ​Less Competition
    Greater chances of enrolment for programme of your choices as you do not have to compete for the programme and university through UPU.
     

  • No "Merit" Assessment for Admission
    Unlike UPU, the application through the Direct Channel does not require the consideration of applicant's merit points for admission.
     

  • Pursuing Your Preferred Programme
    Applicants do not have to compete for the programme and university of their choice as is the case at UPU. This is because there are many students who obtain high grades in SPM will apply for programmes at UPU Online, especially in popular fields such as Medicine, Law, Engineering and others.
     

  • Direct Offer from the University
    Applicants will receive an offer directly from the university upon fulfilling admission requirements

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  • Enjoy same great facilities
    Students will follow the same programme and enjoy all facilities as other students who receive an offer through UPU.
     

  • Academic Pathway Opportunities
    Students who have successfully completed their studies will have the opportunity to continue directly to the university's Mainstream Bachelor's Degree programme without going through a merit competition at UPU Online (with subsidized fees accept for IIUM Law Degree).

Advantages of Direct Channel

Don't miss out on the opportunity to join the ranks of students who have chosen the direct admission pathway to public universities. Your future awaits!

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INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA

The IIUM Foundation programme serves as a pathway for students to gain entry into undergraduate programmes offered at the International Islamic University Malaysia. Upon successful completion of the Foundation programme, students can directly progress into their chosen degree programmes at IIUM (with subsidized fees accept for Law Degree).

Other than SPM qualification, IIUM Foundation programme offered through Direct Channel are also open to candidates with IGCSE qualifications. 

November 2024 Intake is now open for Application
Programme Offered:
IIUM Gombak Campus:

  • Foundation in Law 

  • Foundation in Human Sciences

  • Foundation in Economics & Management Sciences

IIUM Gambang Campus:

  • ​​​​Foundation in Allied Health Sciences

  • Foundation in Biological Science

  • Foundation in Physical Science

  • Foundation in Computer Science

ROUTE TO BACHELOR'S DEGREE AT IIUM

The IIUM Foundation programme serves as a pathway for students to gain entry into undergraduate programmes offered at the International Islamic University Malaysia. Upon successful completion of the Foundation programme, students can directly progress into their chosen degree programmes at IIUM (with subsidized fees accept for Law Degree). 

Check the list of Bachelor's Degree options at IIUM according to your preferred Foundation Studies

IIUM Bachelor's Degree Programme Pathway

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)
Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons)

Check Entry Requirements & Fees of your preferred programme

Fees
Entry Requirements

RM14,720

SPM QUALIFICATION

GCSE / IGCSE / GCE O-LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS

Malaysian:

International:

RM22,825

1. Minimum Grade C in the following subjects:
• Bahasa Melayu
• History

AND
2. Minimum Grade B in the following subjects:
• English Language
• Mathematics
• Additional Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Biology
• Any Islamic Religious subject

Minimum Grade C in English, AND
2. Minimum Grade B in the following subjects:
• Chemistry
• Biology
AND
3. Minimum Grade C in Mathematics and ONE (1) other subject.

APPLY NOW!

Qualification Review

Before we proceed with the programme application, we will check your eligibility to ensure that you meet the minimum entry requirements set for the chosen programme. For applicants who do not meet the entry requirements of the preferred programme, we will recommend other programmes that match your qualifications. Applicants must complete the Pre-Assessment Form with correct information and upload the relevant examination results.

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Please prepare a copy of your SPM or equivalent qualification results in a readable PDF or Jpeg format for assessment purposes.

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