Foundation in Science Programme

About the course

This foundation pathway at Ipoh campus prepares students for undergraduate study in Sciences. Laboratory skills, mathematics, and scientific inquiry prepare students for science degree entry. The programme builds mathematics, laboratory skills, and scientific inquiry for undergraduate science degrees.

Career outcome

Graduates typically use this foundation qualification as a pathway into undergraduate Sciences degrees. The pathway supports undergraduate biology, chemistry, physics, and general science degrees. Supporting progression into undergraduate Science and biomedical degree programmes.

Living Costs in Ipoh**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) RM 10 - 13	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) RM 928 - 1,227	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) RM 609 - 805
Transportation (Daily) RM 5 - 4	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) RM 247 - 327

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)