Foundation In Arts

Course Overview

The Foundation in Arts programme at IUMW acts as a prerequisite for students who intend to pursue their degree within the fields of arts, humanities, business, law, social sciences, and information technology. Students gain the knowledge to be able to think independently and creatively, communicate their knowledge effectively with others, operate in a constructive, ethical and professional manner, and boost their proficiency in the English language.

A solid foundation programme can give students an advantage over others who are entering higher education directly after high school. Using tertiary-style teaching with plenty of lectures, tutorials, and seminar-type classes, students are able to kick-start their undergraduate endeavours on a firm platform. With IUMW, you will find yourself academically ready and personally confident enough to succeed at your chosen undergraduate course.

Curriculum

Sem 1

• *Mathematics
• *Introduction to Media Production and Presentation
• Introduction to Psychology
• Basic Business
• Introduction to Legal Studies
• Study Skills
• Co-Curricular 1

*Choose any ONE (1) elective

Sem 2

• *Basic Accounting & Finance
• *Introduction to Creative Visual Studies
• Globalisation
• Introduction to Communication
• English 1
• Critical Thinking
• Co-Curricular 2

*Choose any ONE (1) elective

Sem 3

• *Globalisation & Society
• *Introduction to Event Management
• Introduction to Media Studies
• Statistics & Probability
• English 2
• Information & Communication Technology

*Choose any ONE (1) elective

Entry Requirements

• SPM/SPMV/O Level Credit in any five (5) subjects
• UEC Grade B in three (3) subjects
• IB-Middle Year Programme 28 total points across the certificate's 7 components

English Competency Requirements

All international students are bound to the English Competency requirement set by the University and the Malaysian Qualification Agency except those who are:

• From countries where English is the official language; OR
• From an academic institution which uses English as its main medium of instruction.