This programme has been specially designed to prepared school leavers for the technical and theoretical modules of Information Technology. It is a one-year bridging programme covering a range of subjects that form the core competencies required to pursue a degree qualification in this industry.
The Limkokwing Foundation programme is specifically designed for students to enter University immediately after high school. Equivalent to an STPM/Year12/’A’ Levels qualification, students will access Limkokwing’s wide range of undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree programmes upon successful completion of the Foundation year.
However, it is compulsory for students enrolling into a design or multimedia related programmes to undertake the Foundation programme unless they have a portfolio for assessment of prior learning, demonstrating their grasp of basic skills.
Every student of the Foundation programme will enter a stream related to their studies as they proceed to their degree programme. They won’t have to study subjects not related to their planned career line. Key focus for all Foundation programmes is on developing skills in ICT and creative skills.
Students will learn to use both computer hardware and software. They will master computer technology related to business applications for activities such as presentations or writing reports as well as an understanding of technical softwares for website design, graphic design, photo editing, publishing, multimedia etc.
The Foundation programme relies on intensive English training that is applied through communication modules of the programme. Native English speakers can spend more time on professional writing, reporting, creative writing, etc.
Students who have completed a recognized STPM/Year12 /A’ Levels or equivalent higher certificate or diploma programme with the required subjects and credits may be exempted from the Foundation programme upon review of their past results or portfolio (where applicable).
SPM with 5 credits in any subject including Mathematic; OR
Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government
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International Students
For non-Malaysian citizens, please refer to the Malaysian Qualification Agency’s (MQA) List of Overseas Qualifications & its equivalency with Malaysian Education System (PDF) to see if you qualify for this course.
London
Overall IELTS band of 6.0 with no individual band less than 5.5 or equivalent other English test approved by the UKBA. Please refer to the English Language Qualification approved by the UK
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
* Not applicable for international students
Completion of the Foundation in Information Technology will provide successful students entry into the first year of any degree programme, in the Faculty of Information Communication Technology.
Source: Limkokwing University