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Foundation in Arts (Actuarial Science/Built Environment)

UCSI University

Level

foundation

Duration

1 year / 3 semesters (14 weeks per semester, no short semester)

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tuition Fee

RM38,416 (International, approximate total)

Intake

January, May, September

Program Overview

Our Foundation in Arts (Actuarial Science/Built Environment) programme provides a strong and well-rounded pathway for students intending to pursue degree studies in Actuarial Science or Built Environment disciplines. Students develop essential academic skills in mathematics, statistics, basic computing and interdisciplinary fundamentals, alongside subjects tailored to their chosen field.

Guided by experienced academics and industry professionals, students build critical thinking, problem-solving and effective study skills through innovative learning approaches. Supported by strong partnerships with industry, the programme offers early exposure through community or industry-based projects, mentorship and professional engagement.

This foundation ensures a smooth transition into degree programmes such as Actuarial Science, Architecture, Interior Architecture or Quantity Surveying.

The programme adopts a practice-oriented approach that integrates coursework and written examinations to support both academic and applied learning. Students gain relevant, engaging and hands-on experience through a variety of teaching methods and practical exercises. Learning is delivered through dynamic approaches, including lectures, tutorials, team-based projects, presentations, independent assignments and real-world project development. Students are guided by experienced academics and industry professionals, ensuring a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical exposure throughout their studies.

Key Modules

  • 1Compulsory Courses
  • 2Computing Essentials
  • 3Critical Thinking Skills
  • 4Positive Psychology
  • 5Writing for Academic Purposes
  • 6Electives (Core) Courses
  • 7Algebra and Trigonometry
  • 8Fundamentals of Mathematics
  • 9Introduction to Probability and Statistics
  • 10Introductory Accounting
  • 11Introductory Calculus
  • 12Introductory Economics
  • 13Elective (Open) Courses
  • 14Analytical Drawing
  • 15Basic Office Application
  • 16Civic Studies
  • 17Event Management
  • 18Fundamentals of Computer Graphics
  • 19Fundamentals of Culinary Arts
  • 20Fundamentals of Design
  • 21Fundamentals of Ethics
  • 22Fundamentals of Programming
  • 23Human Communication
  • 24Introduction to Built Environment
  • 25Introduction to Business
  • 26Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Industry
  • 27Introduction to Language and Communication
  • 28Introduction to Law
  • 29Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management
  • 30Introduction to Marketing
  • 31Introduction to Structure
  • 32Media Literacy
  • 33Smart Learning Technology
  • 34Web Development

Entry Requirements

  • Pass SPM with minimum 5 credits
  • Minimum 5 credits (C)
  • Pass UEC with minimum 3 credits (B6)
  • Other qualifications
  • Any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government
  • Foundation in Arts (For entry into Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture/ Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons) / Bachelor of Science (Honours) Actuarial Science / Bachelor of Science (Honours) Actuarial Science With Data Analytics / Bachelor of Science (Honours) Actuarial Science And Finance
  • Pass SPM with minimum 5 credits, including Mathematics
  • Minimum 5 credits (C), including Mathematics
  • Pass UEC with minimum 3 credits (B6), including Mathematics
  • English Requirement for Foundation in Arts
  • Candidates with a minimum grade of A2 in UEC English Language / Band 2 in MUET / 30-31 in TOEFL, 4.0 in IELTS Academic / grade C in O-Level or IGCSE / SPM English 1119 / grade B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1) in CEFR / 140 in Cambridge English Qualification / 140 in Cambridge Linguaskill / 106 in Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS / 36 in Pearson Test are exempted from SE004 Basic English and SE005 English Foundation. Other equivalent qualifications can be exempted on case-by-case basis.
  • Candidates who scored lower than B+ in SPM English Language or than the above requirement will have to take the SE004 Basic English subject before taking the SE005 English Foundation subject in the foundation year.
  • Academic Requirements

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