Foundation in Science

The Foundation in Science program is specifically designed to develop student with a strong foundation and skills suited for a changing world of science and medical. This program provides students with practical training, allowing them to acquire the relevant skills needed in various fields of science. Students will also acquire a sound principle of science, gain basic knowledge in applied aspect of science and medical, and enhance their communication and interpersonal skills, all of which are valuable to meet the needs of employers. Students will be exposed with science process skills to assist them in making critical and analytical decisions in the classroom and laboratories.

The subjects in this course range from Basic Application in Computer, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, and others. Teaching staff will equip students with life-long learning attitude, so they can continue to learn about new technology that is related to their field of study.

First Semester

1. English I
2. Biology I
3. Mathematics l
4. Basic Information & Communication Technology
5. Chemistry I
6. Physics I

Second Semester

Physical Science:

1. English II
2. Mathematics II
3. Chemistry II
4. Community Service
5. Entrepreneurship
6. Physics II

Life Science:

1. English II
2. Mathematics II
3. Chemistry II
4. Community Service
5. Entrepreneurship
6. Biology II

Third Semester

Physical Science:

1. Mathematics Engineering
2. Introduction to Programming

Life Science:

1. Biochemistry
2. Intro to Psychology

Local Admission

SPM / SPMV / O-Level:

First Degree Studies in Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy:

Pass SPM / SPMV / O-Level with at least five (5) Honors with Grade B4 in Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology or other technical subjects and English or other equivalent qualifications.

For students who will continue their studies to First Degree programs other than Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy:

Passed SPM / SPMV / O-Level with at least five (5) credits including in Mathematics and two (2) Science subjects as well as passing Bahasa Malaysia and English or other equivalent qualifications.

Any equivalent qualification recognized by Malaysian Government

International Admission

• Pass O-Level with at least grade B in 3 subjects including mathematics and 2 other science subjects; OR
• Other qualifications recognized by Malaysian government; AND
• According to the country requirement as certified by the university Senate

The English Language Entry Requirement for International Student at University of GEOMATIKA Malaysia are as follows:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – Band 5.5
• TOEFL: Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Score 450

** For students who do not have the above English Qualification, they must undergo Geomatika’s English Program

Employment opportunities are available as per the following :

The Foundation in Science (FIS) programme provides the necessary preparation for admission into undergraduate programmes in UGM and other Universities. Those who successfully complete this programme can go on to pursue the following courses at UGM:

• BSc (Hons) Biotechnology (3.5 Years)
• BSc (Hons) Pharmacology (3.5 Years)
• BSc (Hons) Computer Science (3 Years)
• BSc (Hons) Geomatic & Land Surveying (4 Years)
• BSc (Hons) Geographic Information System & Application Development (3.5 Years)
• FIS students will be given a conditional offer into one of UGM’s undergraduate programme, subject to meeting the entry requirements.

Moreover, we have a MOU with the Kursk State Medical University (KSMU), Russia. Thus, our FIS students can also choose to pursue their MBBS degree KSMU or any other recognized local/ international tertiary institutions.