Foundation in Design
Course overview
| Qualification | Foundation / Pre-U / A-level |
| Study mode | Contact the university / college |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Intakes | March, April, June, July, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | $ 6,110 |
| Tuition (International students) | $ 6,302 |
About
The APU Foundation Programme lays the pathway towards professional tertiary education. It is a vital transformation point for students; soft skills, general knowledge and preparatory subject fundamentals acquired at the Foundation lead to excellence in a student’s education performance, as well as career-readiness as they move on as global professionals eventually. This is achieved through 4 key areas:
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Social Skills & Responsibilities
- Practical Skills
The unique support system at APU Foundation Programme consist of helpful academic mentors who are committed in ensuring academic achievements, providing pastoral care, advising, mentoring, motivating students’ potential and performance, to ensure that they undergo a smooth transition from secondary education to tertiary learning.
Upon completing your study in this programme, you will be able to:
- Enter Level 1 of degree study
- Make an informed choice about what degree you want to study
- Demonstrate an awareness of the concepts which underpin the study of Design Innovation & Brand Management, Animation and Visual Effects
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to a given audience
- Work effectively in a team
- Demonstrate English and other study skills appropriate to undergraduate learning
- Apply skills in numeracy, technology and communication
- Explain the essential elements of technology
- Use appropriate application software and the Internet
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- $ 6,110
- Local students
- $ 6,302
- Foreign students
Estimated cost as reported by the Institution.
Application
- $ 35
- Local students
- $ 167
- Foreign students
Student Visa
- $ 575
- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
Entry Requirement:
- 5 Credits in at least 5 subjects at SPM level with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);
- 5 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 5 subjects at IGCSE/O-Levels;
- 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC.
- A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.
English Requirement:
- IELTS : 4.0
- TOEFL IBT : 30-31
- Pearson (PTE) : 30
- MUET : Band 2
Curriculum
Semester 1:
- English for Academic Purpose
- Communication Skills
- Personal Development & Study Methods
- Essentials of Web Applications
- Mathematics
Semester 2:
- Imaging/Production Skills for Design
- Major Project 1
- Design Theory and Practice 1
- Public Speaking in English
Semester 3:
- Academic Research Skills
- History of Design and Media
- Major Project 2
- Design Theory and Practice 2
- Co-Curricular
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