Foundation in Science & Technology
Faculty of Information Science & Technology (FIST)
(R3/0011/3/0205) 02/27 (A7858)
Modern lifestyle has progressed rapidly with the evolution of current technology. Technological solutions derived from Information Technology to retrieve information and solve problems or tasks in our daily routines. Therefore, our Foundation in Science & Technology programme aims to equip students with essential knowledge and skills for them to pursue their respective degree programmes successfully.
Classes and laboratories are equipped with hardware, software and tools for student to experience an engaging teaching and learning environment and nurturing their knowledge in technical and soft skills.
After completion of Foundation in Science & Technology programme, students are able to further their Bachelor Degree Programmes in either Information Technology, Computer Science or Science from Faculty of Information Science and Technology (FIST) or Bachelor of Technology/Engineering programmes of Faculty of Engineering & Technology (FET) in Melaka campus, as well as other Bachelor degree programmes in Faculty of Computing and Informatics (FCI) or Faculty of Artificial Intelligence & Engineering (FAIE) in Cyberjaya campus.
Entry Requirements
- Pass SPM/O-Level or its equivalent with a minimum of Grade C in at least five (5) subjects inclusive of English and Mathematics; OR
- Pass UEC with a minimum of Grade B in at least three (3) subjects inclusive of Mathematics and English.
Programme Structure
Trimester 1
Communicative English
Critical Thinking
Algebra
Trigonometry
Computer Applications
Specialization Electives
Introduction to Computer Architecture and Operating System; OR
Mechanics & Thermodynamics
Trimester 2
Essential English
Calculus
Specialization Electives
Introduction to Physics; OR
Waves & Modern Physics
Trimester 3
Academic English
Fundamentals of Business Management
Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Specialization Electives
Problem Solving and Programming
Introduction to Multimedia
Mini IT Projects
OR
Introductory Laboratory
Electricity & Magnetism
Chemistry