FOUNDATION IN ENGINEERING

About Course

Mode of Study: Full Time (Yes) | Part Time (No)

This syllabus has been designed to meet the requirements of professional bodies and industries while giving students the competitive edge. Emphasis is on the application of knowledge through teamwork, case studies, simulations and real-life projects.

The Foundation in Engineering program is designed to prepare you for professional careers and to further your studies toward a Bachelor's Degree in a related engineering field. We adopt comprehensive and innovative content and teaching techniques, aimed at expanding the frontiers of learning and fostering a probing mind.

The curricula, further enhanced with project work, lab experiments and practical training, are designed with inputs from several reputable sources. A strong foundation in Engineering is a well-established balance between theory and experiments during the one year of study. The curriculum consists of a good mix of general subjects as well as core engineering subjects.

50 credit hours of subjects are being taught in three semesters. This Foundation in Engineering programme can be completed in 1 year.

Programme Highlights

Summary of Foundation in Engineering 

Programme Educational Objectives 

Programme Learning Outcomes 

What You'll Learn

Calculus and Analytic Geometry

Physics

Physics Laboratory

Foundation English

Chemistry

Chemistry Laboratory

Islamic Study / Moral Study *

Campus Life Skills *

Malaysian Culture for International Student

For International Student

International students are required to fulfil one of the English proficiency scores stated below to enrol at UNITEN. Foundation students who do not fulfil this English requirement are required to sit for the Test of English Proficiency (TEP) before they could enrol in the English Short Course (ESC).

• Malaysian University English Test (MUET)

Achieve Band 3 and above

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Achieve 5.0 and above

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

Achieve 500 (TOEFL) or 42 (TOEFL Internet-Based Test) and above

• *Full & partial scholarships are available to APPLY

Note: Other Fee type

Accommodation Advance Fee (if applicable) = RM250. Subject to terms and conditions. Other optional fees/charges include Medical Insurance, electricity, parking, English Short Course (ESC), Test of English Proficiency (TEP) and some student facilities within UNITEN.

Flexible payment options are available:

1. Full payment in advance

2. Monthly instalment plans

3. Full payment by two weeks before the semester's final examinations

STUDENT PASS / VISA REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

All international students who plan to study full-time in Malaysia are required to obtain a Student Pass (Student Visa) before starting their studies.

• You must receive an official Offer Letter from the university before applying for a student pass

• The university will submit your Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) on your behalf

• A Visa Approval Letter (VAL / eVAL) is required before travelling to Malaysia

• Studying on a tourist or social visit visa is not permitted

• Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months from your intended intake date

• Visa processing time depends on EMGS and Malaysian Immigration approval

• After arriving in Malaysia, all students must complete a medical check-up at an EMGS-registered clinic

• Your Student Pass will be issued only after medical clearance and document verification

• Continuing students must renew their Student Pass before it expires

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR STUDENT PASS APPLICATION

The following documents are commonly required for all international students:

• Valid passport (clear scanned copy of all pages, including blank pages)

• Passport-size photograph with a white background

• Official Offer Letter from the university

• Academic certificates and transcripts related to your programme

• English language proficiency certificate (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent), if required

• Proof of acceptance or tuition fee payment (if requested by the university)

• Student Pass / Visa processing fee as determined by EMGS

• Completed EMGS Health Declaration Form (if applicable)

Please note: All documents not originally in English must be submitted together with certified English translations.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)

Some students may be asked to provide extra documents depending on their situation:

• Release Letter and Visa Cancellation Letter (for students transferring from another institution in Malaysia)

• School Leaving Certificate (for foundation or diploma applicants)

• Sponsorship or Scholarship Letter (if your studies are funded)

• Proof of financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses

• Statutory Declaration (if there are name differences across documents)

• Resume or Character Reference Letter (commonly required for applicants above 23 years old)

• Police Clearance Certificate (if requested by EMGS or embassy authorities)

• Copy of previous Malaysian visa or Resident Pass (if applicable)

AFTER ARRIVING IN MALAYSIA

Once you arrive in Malaysia, you will need to:

• Complete a medical examination at an EMGS-approved clinic

• Submit your passport for Student Pass endorsement

• Receive a temporary Special Pass (if applicable) while your Student Pass is being processed

• Collect your Student Pass and complete university registration

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Student Pass requirements are set by Malaysian Immigration and EMGS and may vary by nationality
• The university’s International Office will guide you through each step of the process
• Students are strongly advised to prepare documents at least 2–3 months before intake
• Requirements may change, so always follow the latest instructions provided by the university