PRE-UNIVERSITY

STUDIES
• Cambridge A-Level
• Foundation in Business
• Foundation in Science
• South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) International
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Introduction of A-Level
The Cambridge GCE A-Level programme is unique in that it follows a “staged assessment” approach.
Besides optimising the abilities of talented students and recognising their full potential, its flexibility
enables students to sit for the AS Levels in one examination and complete the final Cambridge International
A-Levels at a subsequent session. Over the years, UCSI has had batches of students with excellent
A-Level results. Subsequently, our students have gone on to Cambridge University, UCL, Imperial College
London, King’s College London, the Australian National University, University of Melbourne and University
of Queensland, the National University of Singapore and Seoul National University in South Korea, among
others. Many taste personal success along the way and the College’s good track record is further evinced
by the many ‘Top in the World’ awards its students have won.

*Based on October/November 2021 CAIE examination series

Percentage of UCSI students scoring A*'s, A's and B’s

40% of our students

score straight A’s
FURTHER MATHEMATICS

MATHEMATICS 79
100

PSYCHOLOGY 75

42% of our students

score 3A’s or more
ECONOMICS

PHYSICS
60

79

CHEMISTRY 61

98% pass all

subjects
BIOLOGY 76

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

Subjects Offered Assessment

• Biology • 100% external exam
• Chemistry • Conducted in two stages: AS Level and A2 level
• Physics Entry Requirements
• Mathematics • SPM/ O-Level – Minimum of 5 credits
• Accounting * (Including English and relevant subjects)
• Economics * • UEC – 3 B6’s (Including English and relevant
• Psychology * subjects)
• Further Mathematics **
Note:
* Only offered in January and July intakes.
• Students must possess a credit or an average score of 60%
** Can only be taken as a fourth subject.
in the relevant subjects at SPM/O-Level or equivalent
• Students who do not obtain a credit in English, must sit for
Note: Students may be required to choose either the IELTS examination and attain at least a score of 5.5
one of the following subjects:
• Biology or Economics Intakes
• Physics or Accounting
January | May | July | September
• Psychology or Further Mathematics
Number of Subjects
Minimum of 3 | Maximum of 4

Awarding Body:
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Offered since 1997, the A-Level programme at UCSI has a proven track record when it comes to
delivering results. Our students have furthered their studies at some of the top universities in the
world.
United Kingdom • Newcastle University
• University of Cambridge • University of Bath
• Imperial College London • University of Leicester
Canada • University College London (UCL) • University of Dundee
• Aston University Japan
• University of • King’s College London
• University of Edinburgh • University of Kent • Tohoku
British Columbia
• University of Manchester • Royal Veterinary College University
• University of Glasgow (University of London)
• University of Warwick
• University of Sheffield
• University of Nottingham
Germany
• Queen Mary University of London China
Ireland • University of
• University of York • Beihang
• Queen’s University Belfast • Cardiff University Duisburg-Essen
University
• Trinity College Dublin • University of Liverpool • Technische
• Shanghai
• University College Cork Universität
Jiaotong
München
University

Taiwan
• National
Taiwan
South Korea University
• Korea Advanced
Institute of Science
Hong Kong
and Technology
• Korea University • Hong Kong University
• Seoul National of Science and
University Technology
• Ulsan National Institute • University of Hong Kong
of Science and Technology (HKU)
• Yonsei University • City University of
Hong Kong
Singapore • The Chinese University
of Hong Kong
• Nanyang Technological University Australia
• National University of Singapore
• Singapore University of Technology • Australian National University
Malaysia and Design (Established in • Macquarie University
collaboration with MIT) • University of Melbourne
• UCSI University • University of New South Wales
• Universiti Malaya • University of Sydney
• Universiti Malaysia Terengganu • University of Queensland
• Universiti Sains Malaysia

And many more

A-LEVEL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT MILESTONES

2019 Best across four subjects for AS Level (Malaysia)
2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015 Top in the World Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards, Malaysia
2014 University of Cambridge - Michael Cheah
2014, 2015 Harvard University Medical research – Cherish Chong, Ting Pei Yee
2013 A-Level High Achiever awards Physics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry
2012 A-Level World Top 10 achiever awards Chemistry – 3, Biology – 1
2011 University of Bath International Science Challenge – Winner
2010 A-Level World Top 10 achiever awards Physics – 6, Biology – 5, Chemistry – 3
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Introduction of SACE International

The South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) was previously known as South Australian
Matriculation (SAM). SACE International is an internationally recognised pre-university programme
that is equivalent to the Year 12 Australian high school course. SACE is a qualification that prepares
students for life beyond the classroom. The programme teaches them to be innovative thinkers to
fit in the 21st century. It is designed as an entry route to universities across the globe.

Subjects Offered Assessment

• English as an Additional Language (compulsory) 70% School Assessment and
• Biology 30% External Examination
• Chemistry
Note: Students may be required to choose either
• Physics one of the following subjects:
• General Mathematics (January intake only) • Biology or Economics
• Mathematical Methods* • Physics or Accounting
• Accounting
• Economics
• Psychology
All assessments and grades are converted into the Australian
Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) at the end of the programme.
The ATAR score is calculated based on the four highest scoring
* Offered in January and June intakes. subjects and 50% from the 5 th highest scoring subject. The ATAR
Students can only choose ONE of the measures a student’s overall academic achievement as compared
Mathematical subjects. to his or her peers. For example, an ATAR of 95 means the
The Mathematics bridging course student performed better than 95% of his or her peers who have
will be offered in August intake. completed the programme.

Entry Requirements
• SPM/O-Levels – Minimum of 5 credits (including Mathematics, English and relevant subjects)
• UEC – 3 B6's (including Mathematics, English and relevant subjects)
Note:
• Students must possess a credit or an average score of 60% in the relevant subjects at SPM/O-Level or equivalent
• Students who do not obtain a credit in English, must sit for the IELTS examination and attain at least a score of 5.5

Intakes Number of Subjects

January | June | August 5 subjects

Examination
April (June intake) | November (January and August intakes)

Awarding Body:

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 FOUNDATION STUDIES

FOUNDATION IN SCIENCE FOUNDATION IN BUSINESS

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Our Foundation in Science aims to prepare our
students for admission into science-grounded
university degree paths such as Medicine,
Engineering, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Food
Science, and Optometry among others. This
programme is extensively developed to
well-equip our students for their next level of
tertiary education.
Our Foundation in Business is a comprehensive,
flexible and dynamic programme that is ideal
for students who intend to pursue degree studies
in Business, Management, Accounting, Actuarial
Science, Information Technology and Social
Science, among others.

Core Subjects Core Subjects

• Biology 1 • Introduction to Business
• Biology 2* • Introduction to Marketing
• Chemistry 1 • Introduction to Accounting
• Chemistry 2 • Introduction to Economics
• Physics 1 • Principle of Management
• Physics 2* • Introduction to Management Information
• Algebra and Trigonometry System
• Calculus* • Introduction to Statistics
• Introduction to Statistics • Office Applications
• Office Applications • Introduction to Psychology
• Introduction to Psychology • Reading and Writing Enhancement
• Reading and Writing Enhancement • Algebra and Trigonometry*
• Essentials of Information Technology* • Calculus*
• Study Skills • Essentials of Information Technology*
• Introduction to Mass Communication*
• Study Skills

*Electives (choose any three) *Electives (choose any two)

Duration: 1 Year
Study Mode: Full Time
Intakes: January | May | July | September

Awarding Body:

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 FOUNDATION STUDIES
BACHELOR’S DEGREE PATHWAY

Our Foundation programmes are designed to equip you with the relevant knowledge and skills to
become a well-rounded person ready for university life.

This is a partial list of programme pathways our foundation students have progressed to:
Medicine and Engineering Business Hospitality
Health Sciences and Tourism
Social Sciences Pharmaceutical Architecture and Information
and Education Sciences Built Environment Technology
Applied Creative Arts
Music
Sciences and Design

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Foundation in Science
Foundation
Programmes Medicine and Pharmacy Other Programme in Business^
Programme Pathways Pathways*
SPM/ O-Level 5B’s in Biology, Chemistry, 5C’s in relevant 5C’s in relevant subjects
Physics, Mathematics and subjects including including English.
1 other subject. A credit in Mathematics.
SPM Bahasa Malaysia and
English.

UEC 3B4’s in Biology, Chemistry and 3B6’s in relevant 3B6’s in relevant subjects
Physics/Mathematics. subjects including including English.
Mathematics.

*Other programme pathways would require students to score a Credit (C) in specific subjects
depending on the subject areas. For more information, please talk to our course counsellors.
^Students without a credit in English are required to attend the Intensive English
Programme – Remedial (IEPR)

INTERNATIONAL LINKAGES

As we bring the world closer together, our foundation programmes are recognised by our reputable
foreign partner universities in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Australia. Our foundation programmes
serve as a stepping stone for students to progress to undergraduate studies at these universities.

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 STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
Hear what our students have to say about their experience at UCSI College.

The exhilarating learning environment at UCSI allowed me to develop critical thinking skills.
I matured as an individual here and this helped me adapt easily to the academic rigour at
Imperial College. The lecturers at UCSI really go out of their way to help students and their
advice got me ready for the admissions interviews at top British universities.

KEITH CHEAH MING HONG | 4A’s

World’s Top 10 Award Winning for Chemistry, Physics and Further Mathematics
Completed Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London

My time at UCSI College was a journey I will never forget. This college is not just about
books, classrooms and exams, I met a lot of people in the Student Council and organised
many events. The lecturers were great, the facilities were exceptional, and receiving a
scholarship to study at Malaysia’s best private university is something I did not expect for!

Emmeline Gan Shen-Pink | CGPA 4.0

The Valedictorian, UCSI College Class of 2019
Studying Doctor of Medicine at UCSI University
Awarded UCSI University Trust Scholarship

I believe that the SACE International has changed my perception towards tertiary education.
It offers a cohesive environment which does not predominantly focus on exam performance.
The 11-month programme allows you to complete with plenty of time to engage in other
activities.

GOKARNATH LINGAM | ATAR 93.4

Currently pursuing Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Top 7% in the World in SACE International

WHICH PRE-UNIVERSITY PROGRAMME SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?

Programmes Cambridge A-Level Foundation Studies SACE International

Awarding Cambridge Assessment
SACE Board of South
Body International Education, UCSI College, Malaysia
Australia, Australia
United Kingdom

Intakes January (18 months) January, May, July, January (10 months)
(Duration) May (20 months) September June (9 months)
July (18 months) (12 months) August (15 months)
September (21 months)

Min of Subjects 3-4 subjects 13 subjects 5 subjects

50% School Assessment 70% School Assessment
Assessment 100% Examination
and 50% Final Examination and 30% Final Examination

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