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Foundation in Arts

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
FoundationHumanities & LanguagesLiberal Arts
Duration12 months
IntakesOctober 2026 · January 2027 · January · June
TuitionRM 10,900 / year
LocationKampar, Perak, Malaysia
Fee year2026

Programme overview

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) currently lists Foundation in Arts as a foundation programme connected to Liberal Arts. Its current classification places it within Humanities & Languages, with a more specific study focus on Liberal Arts. The overview is intended for students preparing for further study related to Liberal Arts who want a concise way to compare study level, academic focus and delivery format using current verified course facts. The structured sections below also present entry requirements, intake information, and accreditation details, giving applicants a clearer view of the verified details currently available for this programme. Students can also follow the official source link to check any later updates published by the institution.

Entry requirements

O-Level / IGCSE

Grade C in 5 relevant subjects · General Information Guide requirement. Exact Foundation stream/subject requirements for intended degree pathways and any programme-specific rules remain subject to UTAR/MOHE/MQA requirements.

English: SPM English: Credit; O-Level English: Grade C; UEC English: Grade B; IELTS Band 4.0; TOEFL iBT 30; MUET Band 3.0; Cambridge English/Linguaskill 140; ELS (CIEP Level) 106. Applicants who do not fulfil the English requirement may complete the English Enhancement Programme (EEP) concurrently during the first two trimesters.

Other equivalent qualification

Other recognised equivalent qualification · General Information Guide requirement. Exact Foundation stream/subject requirements for intended degree pathways and any programme-specific rules remain subject to UTAR/MOHE/MQA requirements.

English: SPM English: Credit; O-Level English: Grade C; UEC English: Grade B; IELTS Band 4.0; TOEFL iBT 30; MUET Band 3.0; Cambridge English/Linguaskill 140; ELS (CIEP Level) 106. Applicants who do not fulfil the English requirement may complete the English Enhancement Programme (EEP) concurrently during the first two trimesters.

SPM

Grade C / Credit in 5 relevant subjects · General Information Guide requirement. Exact Foundation stream/subject requirements for intended degree pathways and any programme-specific rules remain subject to UTAR/MOHE/MQA requirements.

English: SPM English: Credit; O-Level English: Grade C; UEC English: Grade B; IELTS Band 4.0; TOEFL iBT 30; MUET Band 3.0; Cambridge English/Linguaskill 140; ELS (CIEP Level) 106. Applicants who do not fulfil the English requirement may complete the English Enhancement Programme (EEP) concurrently during the first two trimesters.

UEC

Grade B in 3 relevant subjects · General Information Guide requirement. Exact Foundation stream/subject requirements for intended degree pathways and any programme-specific rules remain subject to UTAR/MOHE/MQA requirements.

English: SPM English: Credit; O-Level English: Grade C; UEC English: Grade B; IELTS Band 4.0; TOEFL iBT 30; MUET Band 3.0; Cambridge English/Linguaskill 140; ELS (CIEP Level) 106. Applicants who do not fulfil the English requirement may complete the English Enhancement Programme (EEP) concurrently during the first two trimesters.

Tuition fees

Annual tuitionRM 10,900
Estimated total tuitionRM 10,900
Fee year2026

UTAR General Information Guide verified 2026-09-10. Published Foundation tuition and other-fee figures for the normal 1-year duration. International-student fee schedules may differ.

Fees are indicative and may be revised by the institution. GoUni can help you confirm the latest payable amount before application.

Intakes

October 2026January 2027JanuaryJuneOctober

Accreditation & recognition

MQAA10335
MQAA8661

Scholarships available

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