Foundation programs in Malaysia

Considering Malaysia? There are foundation programs to weigh up — compare fees, entry requirements and start dates before you apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Malaysia?

Programs in Malaysia are offered at these levels: Foundation, Certificate, Diploma, Higher Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Master of Business Administration, Doctorate. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in Malaysia?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Engineering & Technology each have their own browsable page for Malaysia. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in Malaysia?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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612 programs found

Foundation in Science

Geomatika University College

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

geomatika.edu.my University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Natural Sciences

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

International tuition: MYR 12,000 / total

Program page

Foundation in Arts and Education

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Education & Teaching

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

Foundation in Science

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Natural Sciences

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

Foundation Programme in Engineering

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: General Engineering

Delivery: On Campus

International Foundation Programme Previously known as : Foundation in Business

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Business Administration

Delivery: On Campus

Business Foundation Year

University of Southampton Malaysia

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

southampton.ac.uk/my/index.page University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Business & Management

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 27,500 / total

Program page

Computer Science Foundation Year

University of Southampton Malaysia

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

southampton.ac.uk/my/index.page University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Computer Sciences

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 32,500 / total

Program page

Engineering Foundation Year

University of Southampton Malaysia

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

southampton.ac.uk/my/index.page University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: General Engineering

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 32,500 / total

Program page

Foundation in Australian Matriculation Programme

University of Wollongong Malaysia

Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Delivery: On Campus

Foundation Studies

University of Wollongong Malaysia

Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 19,265 / total

Program page

Foundation in Arts and Social Science

Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Social Sciences & Education

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 17,000 / total

Program page

Foundation in Science

Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Natural Sciences

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 19,000 / total

Program page

Foundation in Arts and Design

ALFA University College

Subang Jaya, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Arts, Design & Architecture

Delivery: On Campus

Foundation in Business

ALFA University College

Subang Jaya, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Management & Leadership

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: MYR 3,500 / total

International tuition: MYR 14,700 / total

Program page

Foundation in Science

Han Chiang University College of Communication

George Town, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Natural Sciences

Delivery: On Campus

Foundation in Arts and Social Science

BERJAYA University College

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

berjaya.edu.my/university University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Social Sciences & Education

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

Foundation in Commerce

BERJAYA University College

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

berjaya.edu.my/university University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Business Administration

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

Foundation in Science

First City University College

Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Natural Sciences

Delivery: On Campus

Foundation in Management

i-CATS University College (i-CATS UC) (Previously known as : International College of Advanced Technology Sarawak)

Kuching, Malaysia

icats.edu.my University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Business & Management

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

International tuition: MYR 18,000 / total

Program page

Foundation in Canadian Pre-University Programme

Lincoln University College QS 2027 #701-710

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Delivery: On Campus

Foundation in Business

Lincoln University College QS 2027 #701-710

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Business Administration

Delivery: On Campus

Foundation in Music

Kolej Universiti Fairview

Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Performing Arts

Delivery: On Campus

Program page

Foundation in Business Studies

Saito University College

Subang Jaya, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Business & Management

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 10,000 / total

Program page

Foundation in Design

Saito University College

Subang Jaya, Malaysia

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Applied Design

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 10,000 / total

Program page

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Foundation programs in Malaysia

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Malaysia?

Which fields of study can I browse in Malaysia?

How much does it cost to study in Malaysia?

How do I choose the right program?

Foundation in Science

Foundation in Arts and Education

Foundation in Science

Foundation Programme in Engineering

International Foundation Programme Previously known as : Foundation in Business

Business Foundation Year

Computer Science Foundation Year

Engineering Foundation Year

Foundation in Australian Matriculation Programme

Foundation Studies

Foundation in Arts and Social Science

Foundation in Science

Foundation in Arts and Design

Foundation in Business

Foundation in Science

Foundation in Arts and Social Science

Foundation in Commerce

Foundation in Science

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