Foundation in Engineering & Science
- Key Information
Course Name:
Foundation in Engineering & Science
University Name:
Curtin University Malaysia
Campus:
Sarawak
Qualification:
Foundation
Duration:
1 years
Intake:
March, July, October
IELTS:
5.0
Study Mode:
On-campus
Study Type:
Full time study
Program Mode:
Coursework
Yearly Tuition Fees
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | MYR 30,300 |
Other Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Group Hospitalisation and Surgical Insurance (compulsory) | MYR 900 |
| Hospitalization Deposit (refundable) | MYR 500 |
| International Student Registration Fee (not refundable) | MYR 420 |
| Student Visa Stamping Fee (not refundable) | MYR 20 |
Campus
Sarawak
Qualification
Foundation
Duration
1 years
Intake
March, July, October
IELTS
5.0
Study Mode
On-campus
Study Type
Full time study
Program Mode
Coursework
Course Fee for International Students
Yearly Tuition Fees
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | MYR 30,300 |
Other Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Group Hospitalisation and Surgical Insurance (compulsory) | MYR 900 |
| Hospitalization Deposit (refundable) | MYR 500 |
| International Student Registration Fee (not refundable) | MYR 420 |
| Student Visa Stamping Fee (not refundable) | MYR 20 |
Course Overview
The Foundation in Engineering & Science offers a sophisticated pedagogical framework designed to ground scholars in the foundational tenets and transformative methodologies of quantitative inquiry and systemic scientific governance. This preparatory pathway facilitates a transition from secondary education to undergraduate proficiency by synthesizing rigorous theoretical inquiry with multidisciplinary technical literacy, ensuring that candidates can navigate the systemic complexities of advanced degree programs through a structured, specialized curriculum in the physical sciences. The curriculum is strategically structured to provide a comprehensive mastery of critical technical pillars: Quantitative Synthesis and Mathematical Rigor: Cultivating the analytical capacity to execute advanced mathematical and physical modeling, providing the prerequisite cognitive tools for high-fidelity engineering discourse. Chemical and Physical Foundations: Developing the expertise required to navigate the core principles of Physics and Chemistry, bridging the gap between basic scientific observations and functional tertiary-level application. Computational Logic and Programming Stewardship: Establishing a thorough understanding of algorithmic problem-solving and programming fundamentals, fostering the technical fluency necessary for modern engineering environments. Scholastic Diligence and Methodological Inquiry: Mastering the “hard skills” of critical analysis and systematic investigative research, ensuring graduates possess the academic temperament and “generic skills” required to adapt to the rigorous style of tertiary education. By integrating advanced preparatory expertise with a focus on evidence-based scientific paradigms, the program equips candidates with the foundational technical competencies required for a profound intellectual impact. Graduates emerge as prepared scholars ready for pivotal undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Sciences, Civil Engineering, or Computing, possessing the prerequisite academic rigor to spearhead future technological innovations or pursue diverse research opportunities within the global STEM economy.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
| Pathway | Common Core Skills | Specialized Modules |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Engineering | Mathematics 2 & 3, Programming, ICT, Critical Thinking | Physics 1 & 2 and Chemistry (Foundations for mechanical, civil, or electrical engineering). |
| Bachelor of Computing/Technology | Mathematics 1, 2 & 3, Programming, ICT, Critical Thinking | Economics and Introduction to Management (Business and technical alignment). |
| Bachelor of Science (Health, Safety & Env.) | Mathematics 1 & 2, Programming, ICT, Critical Thinking | Human Biology, Chemistry, and Introduction to Management (Risk and biological safety focus). |
| Shared Foundations | Academic Readiness | Effective Communication Skills, Writing and Research Skills, and Information and Communication Technology. |
Field of Research
N/A