This one year certificate programme is designed to lay a strong foundation for students pursuing a degree in communication and other related fields. Apart from fundamentals in conceptual, analytical and critical skills, students are taught basic skills in writing, using the computer, theories in communication, marketing, advertising and design and some practicals to prepare them for a smooth transition into their degree.
The Limkokwing Foundation programme is specifically designed for students to enter University immediately after high school. Equivalent to an STPM/ Yr12/‘A’ Levels qualification, students will access Limkokwing’s wide range of undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree programmes upon successful completion of the Foundation year.
Students who have completed a recognized STPM/ Yr12 /A’ Levels or equivalent higher certificate or diploma programme with the required subjects and credits may be exempted from the Foundation programme upon review of their past results or portfolio (where applicable).
Entry requirements
- Pass SPM / O Levels with 5 credits including English language
- Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government
International Students
For non-Malaysian citizens, please refer to the Malaysian Qualification Agency’s (MQA) List of Overseas Qualifications & its equivalency with Malaysian Education System (PDF) to see if you qualify for this course.
Programme structure
| Year 1 | |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Advanced Business English | Business Communication |
| Human Communication | Introduction to Advertising |
| Information Technology | Introduction to Social Studies |
| Introduction to Marketing | Design Study |
| Introduction to Mass Media | Media Appreciation |
| Bahasa Kebangsaan A/B* | Malaysian Studies* |
| Semester 3 |
|---|
| Professional Writing |
| Introduction to Management |
| Creative Studies |
| Intercultural Communication |
| Introduction to Multimedia |
| Moral / Islamic Studies* |
* Not applicable for international students
Where will it lead?
Upon successful completion, graduates of the Foundation in Communication can enter one of the following degree programmes:
- BA (Hons) in Professional Communication
- BA (Hons) in Digital Film & Television
- BA (Hons) in Broadcasting & Journalism
- BA (Hons) in Event Management
- BA in Mass Communication (3+0)
- Network of Partner Universities.
