In order to enrol in a Bachelor’s degree program in Australian universities, Malaysian students need to have an STPM, or equivalent qualification (Alevel, SMA etc.). Instead, SPM graduates can go through a foundation course before they start their undergraduate studies. Here’s the pathway of how:
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The Benefits
The foundation course is a preparation course for students who didn’t meet the academic requirements to enter an undergraduate course at a university.
Instead of taking Form 6 or the matriculation (pre-university), many students now choose to take foundation courses in Australia after their SPM. Here are some of the benefits:
- 1-year of time saving than prepare to sit for STPM
- Specifically designed for international students
- Fills any knowledge gaps between secondary school and university
- Located on the campus of top Australian universities
- Guaranteed your university place
- Flexible start dates and programs throughout the year
The Study Options after SPM
Based on your SPM results and English proficiency level, you can enroll to the foundation course with different course durations. The foundation course offers in many disciplines, your choice of subjects is dependent on the degree program you want to progress to at the University.
Depending on the individual institutions, the course duration are varies, here are the typical foundation courses like:
- Extended foundation program (usually about 60 to 72weeks)
- Standard foundation program (usually about 36 to 54weeks)
- Advanced foundation program (usually about 30 to 39 weeks)
After the foundation course, you can enter a
- Bachelor’s degree that typically runs for 3 years (4 years for honours degree)
- A double degree that can take 3-4 years
What are the Universities Offering Foundation Courses
Below are 4 Australian Universities which are offering foundation courses as a pathway to bachelor’s degree:
University of Sydney
Intensive Foundation | Standard Foundation | Extended Foundation | |||
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SPM Result Requirement | aggregate of 15 or less across 5 academic subjects | aggregate of 20 or less across 5 academic subjects | aggregate of 30 or less across 5 academic subjects | ||
Program Duration | 39 weeks | 52 weeks | 72 weeks | ||
Intakes | April, October | February, July | February, August | ||
Progression to Bachelor's Degree in | Architecture, design and planning, Arts and social sciences, Business, Education and social work, Engineering and computer science, Law, Medicine and health, Music, Science |
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University of Western Australia
Advanced Foundation | Standard Foundation | Extended Foundation | |||
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SPM Result Requirement | aggregate of 15 or less across 5 academic subjects | aggregate of 20 or less across 5 academic subjects | aggregate of 30 or less across 5 academic subjects | ||
Program Duration | 30 weeks | 40 weeks | 60 weeks | ||
Intakes | April, October | January, July | January, July | ||
Progression to Bachelor's Degree in | Arts (including Humanities and Communication and Media Studies), Biomedical Science, Commerce, Science, Engineering Science |
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Flinders University
Standard Foundation | Extended Foundation | ||
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SPM Result Requirement | aggregate of 30 or less across 5 academic subjects | aggregate of 35 or less across 5 academic subjects | |
Program Duration | 32 weeks | 50 weeks | |
Intakes | February, June, October | February, June, October | |
Progression to Bachelor's Degree in | Business, Creative Arts, Education, Engineering, Government, Health Sciences, Humanities, Information Technology, Law & Criminology, Medicine, Nursing, Psychology, Science, Social Science, Social Work |
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Australia National University
Rapid Foundation | Standard Foundation | Extended Foundation | |||
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SPM Result Requirement | aggregate of 20 or less across 5 academic subjects | aggregate of 20 or less across 5 academic subjects | aggregate of 30 or less across 5 academic subjects | ||
Program Duration | 37 weeks | 50 weeks | 58 weeks | ||
Intakes | April, October | January, July | May, November | ||
Progression Bachelor's Degree in | Arts & Social Sciences, Asia & the Pacific Studies, Business & Economics, Engineering & Computer Science, Law, Science |
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Application Documents for Foundation Courses
- Application Form
The application form with your personal details and course preference. - Academic Qualifications
Your previous academic qualifications (SPM transcript with a minimum average D/C in all academic subjects). - English Language Proficiency
Certified level of English language proficiency. You can get this condition waived if you have a C/B English SPM depending on the institution and whether standard/fast track foundations. Otherwise, you will need to provide proof of a minimum IELTS 5.0 or equivalent. - Next Step…
Once the institution has accepted your application, they will issue a letter of offer to you. After you accept the offer, a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) will be issued (usually after your tuition fee received by the institution). The CoE is essential for process your Australia student visa with the authorised visa office.
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