Verified programme sheet
Foundation in Science
Foundation in Science is a foundation route in computing and it at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College under pre-university. Review the verified field sheet below for admissions, fees, recognition, and official source links.
Duration
1 year
Tuition
Local: RM20,450 (programme fee); International: RM31,850 (programme fee)
Intakes
26 Jan 2026 • 6 Apr 2026 +3 more
Campus
Batu Kawan, Penang
Admissions
Entry, English, and application checks
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Academic entry
SPM / GCE O Levels: 5 credits; UEC: 3 credits
English requirement
Local students: pass English at SPM or equivalent; International students: IELTS 4.0 / TOEFL iBT 30 / TOEFL Essentials 5 / Cambridge English 140 / PTE 36 / UOW Malaysia English Entrance Test 60
Additional checks
The official page states elective areas including Pure Science and Engineering / IT / Computer Science; extra English modules may be required
Funding
Scholarships that may fit this programme
These 6 institution awards publish level coverage that aligns with this foundation route, together with the application notes and source links currently captured in the markdown files.
88 Captains Scholarship
RM20,000 living allowance
RM20,000 living allowance
Levels
Foundation • Diploma • Bachelor's Degree
88 Captains Scholarship
RM20,000 living allowance
RM20,000 living allowance
Levels
Foundation • Diploma • Bachelor's Degree
Alumni Discount
10% waiver of tuition fees
10% waiver of tuition fees
Levels
Foundation • Diploma • Bachelor's Degree
Driving Dreams Sports Scholarship
Up to 50% waiver on tuition fee for the duration of the program
Up to 50% waiver on tuition fee for the duration of the program
Levels
Foundation • Diploma • Bachelor's Degree
Driving Dreams Sports Scholarship
Up to 50% waiver on tuition fee for the duration of the programme — New students
Up to 50% waiver on tuition fee for the duration of the programme
New students
Levels
Foundation • Diploma • Bachelor's Degree
Family Discount
10% waiver on tuition fee for subsequent family member — The first family member must have completed or still be pursuing a program at UOW Malaysia
10% waiver on tuition fee for subsequent family member
The first family member must have completed or still be pursuing a program at UOW Malaysia
Levels
Foundation • Diploma • Bachelor's Degree
Outcomes
Career pathways and progression
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Career prospects not explicitly listed on the official programme page
Source Of Truth
Full verified programme sheet
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UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College / Pre-University
Foundation
Not clearly stated on the official website
1 year
Batu Kawan, Penang
26 Jan 2026; 6 Apr 2026; 3 Jun 2026; 14 Sep 2026; 19 Oct 2026
Local: RM20,450 (programme fee); International: RM31,850 (programme fee)
Career prospects not explicitly listed on the official programme page
SPM / GCE O Levels: 5 credits; UEC: 3 credits
Local students: pass English at SPM or equivalent; International students: IELTS 4.0 / TOEFL iBT 30 / TOEFL Essentials 5 / Cambridge English 140 / PTE 36 / UOW Malaysia English Entrance Test 60
The official page states elective areas including Pure Science and Engineering / IT / Computer Science; extra English modules may be required
Not clearly stated on the official website
Recognition
Award, delivery, and recognition
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Accreditation / Recognition
Not clearly stated on the official website
Award
Foundation
Field area
Computing and IT
Division
UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College / Pre-University
Study mode
Full Time
Programme family
Pre-University
Institution Funding
More scholarships from UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College
These awards are published by the same institution but were not explicitly tagged to this programme level in the source data.
OCBC Bank Scholarship
RM15,000 per academic year
RM15,000 per academic year
UOW Diploma Scholarship
20% off, capped at RM6,000, on 1st year tuition fees only
20% off, capped at RM6,000, on 1st year tuition fees only
UOW Diploma Scholarship
20% off, capped at RM6,000, for 1st year tuition fees only — New students
20% off, capped at RM6,000, for 1st year tuition fees only
New students
UOW Malaysia Graduate Research Scholarship
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver for the minimum candidature period of the program
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver for the minimum candidature period of the program