Shah Alam, Malaysia
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
Sunway Foundation Programme (SFP) is Sunway’s homegrown foundation program that offers students the chance to further their education at Sunway University.
Enrolling in the FIST program gives students direct entry to Sunway University’s School of Engineering and Technology, School of Medical and Life Sciences, and School of Mathematical Sciences where they offer highly qualified academics, excellent research facilities, and state-of-the-art laboratories. FIST students have plenty of opportunities to develop and refine their practical skills in the science and technology industry.
Intakes
February, April, August
Duration
1 year
Examinations
50% coursework and 50% examination
Admissions
Curriculum
Choice of Subjects
Students are required to take 13 subjects.
Semester 1 (5 Units):
Core Units
- Statistics for Scientists
- ICT Application Skills
Enrichment Unit
- Critical Thinking Skills
Academic Electives (Choose 2 Units)
- Basic Computer Concept
- Introduction to Biology (Lab)
- Basic Chemistry (Lab)
- Principles of Mechanical Science (Lab)
Semester 2 (4 Units):
Core Unit
- English Language for Scientists
Enrichment Unit
- Scientific Revolutions
Academic Electives (Choose 2 Units)
- Mathematics for Scientists*
- Principles of Chemistry (Lab)**
- Principles of Electrical Science (Lab)**
- Introduction to Programming
Semester 3 (4 Units):
Core Unit
- Academic Writing
Enrichment Unit
- Science and Ethics
Academic Electives (Choose 2 Units)
- Technical Mathematics
- Principles of Cell Biology (Lab)**
- Introduction to Renewable Energy
- Introduction to Food Science (Lab)
- Introduction to Psychology
*This subject is highly recommended for all streams of studies.
**Note: Completion of prerequisites is needed before pursuing this subject. Please consult program advisors.