Foundation in Science forms part of RCSI & UCD Malaysia Campus (RUMC)'s current course offering as a foundation programme related to General Science. The current programme record shows a listed duration of 1 year, full-time study, and on-campus delivery. Its current classification places it within Science & Mathematics, with a more specific study focus on General Science. It is most relevant to students preparing for further study related to General Science who want to understand the programme's present academic positioning and compare similar options more easily. The structured sections below also present tuition information, entry requirements, and accreditation details, giving applicants a clearer view of the verified details currently available for this programme. The official programme source is available from the page for students who want to verify the latest institutional information.
Entry requirements
IGCSE (Pearson / Edexcel)
3As and 2Bs / 77766 · Biology; Chemistry; Mathematics or Additional Mathematics; Physics; one other subject. · Minimum criteria; admission not guaranteed.
English: Malaysian applicants: 1119 GCE-O minimum B (up to SPM 2020) or CEFR minimum C1 from SPM 2021 onwards; First English Language minimum B where applicable.
SPM / O-Level equivalent
3As and 2Bs · Biology; Chemistry; Mathematics or Additional Mathematics; Physics; one other subject. · Minimum criteria; admission not guaranteed.
English: Malaysian applicants: 1119 GCE-O minimum B (up to SPM 2020) or CEFR minimum C1 from SPM 2021 onwards; First English Language minimum B where applicable.
UEC
3 B4s · Biology; Chemistry; and Physics OR Mathematics 1 & 2 OR Advanced Mathematics 1 & 2. · Current RUMC Foundation in Science requirement.
English: Malaysian applicants: 1119 GCE-O minimum B (up to SPM 2020) or CEFR minimum C1 from SPM 2021 onwards; First English Language minimum B where applicable.
Tuition fees
Annual tuitionRM 30,000
Estimated total tuitionRM 30,000
Fee year2026
Fees are indicative and may be revised by the institution. GoUni can help you confirm the latest payable amount before application.
Intakes
JulyAugust
Accreditation & recognition
Current full accreditation / recognised qualification record in the Malaysian Qualifications Register (MQA MQR).MQA/FA9105