Your Academic Journey Starts Here
At UMPSA Outcampus : The Ship, Batu Kawan, Pulau Pinang

Foundation in Science and Technology

Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah

(Public University)

Your fast track to a top-quality degree, modern campus life, and endless career opportunities.
Study, explore, and grow in the heart of Penang’s booming education & tech hub.

Uncertainty After IGCSE

Choosing the wrong route can waste time — you need a clear, direct pathway.

Don’t want extra years before a degree?

Skip A-Levels or IB — go straight into a recognised foundation.

Worried about recognition of your qualification?

No need to worry—our programs, including the foundation programme, are all MQA-accredited.

Will I fit in and feel at home?

A secure and cozy campus where you can focus, relax, and thrive.

Why Choose Foundation @ The Ship Campus?

Solid academics, real-world exposure, and a campus experience that actually feels exciting.

99.1% Graduate Employability

Exceptional employability rate, proving our academic quality and industry relevance.

Prime Location

Unique ship-shaped campus in Batu Kawan, Penang – at the heart of a thriving tech hub.

Top-Quality Programme

#1 MTUN & designed by UMPSA, a leading technical university.

Industry Exposure

Networking and internship opportunities with top companies to kick-start your career.

Modern Accommodation

Safe and comfortable student residences within walking distance from campus.

Vibrant Student Life

Clubs, sports, and exciting events all year round to make the most of university life.

Education Pathway

IGCSE / SPM Leaver

Kickstart your academic journey after completing your IGCSE or SPM.

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Foundation in Science & Technology

One-year intensive programme at The Ship Campus, Penang, to prepare for your degree.

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Bachelor Degree

Pursue your undergraduate studies at UMPSA.

Dual Degree

Graduate with two degrees in collaboration with partner universities in Germany, China, Kazakhstan & South Korea.

Entry Requirements

Duration : 1 Year

SPM / O-Level and any equivalent

Pass with minimum of FIVE (5) CREDITS including Bahasa Melayu
PASS (GRADE E) in Sejarah

IGCSE

Pass with minimum of FIVE (5) CREDITS including Bahasa Melayu
PASS (GRADE E) in Sejarah

Minimum CREDIT (C GRADE) in
Mathematics AND
Any TWO (2) Science Subjects
Any ONE (1) Core or Elective Subjects

Their Words, Not Ours

“Studying the Foundation at UMPSA gave me a strong academic base. The Dual Degree pathway allowed me to explore engineering in depth, and I felt confident to move on to my Degree studies.”

Nur Aisyah

Foundation Student

“The Foundation in Science & Technology programme provided solid grounding in core subjects and a smooth transition into the Dual Degree in Biomedical Engineering. The experience blended theory with practical exposure.”

Adam Farhan

Foundation & Dual Degree Student

“I started with the Foundation in Science and Technology progressed into the Dual Degree in Software Engineering. The lecturers were supportive, and the curriculum prepared me for internships and advanced studies.”

Sofia Khalid