Course at a Glance
- Foundation courseDegree level
- 1 yearDuration
- Putrajaya, Malaysia, MalaysiaLocation
- Putrajaya, MalaysiaCampus
- RM 36,252Fees
- Ask our teamScholarship
About this programme
Foundation in Business is a foundation programme at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia (Putrajaya, Malaysia). Duration: 1 year.
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Intakes: September, January, May, July (2026/2027). International tuition: MYR 36,252 whole programme.
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Malaysia- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementNot published for this programme.
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet. Year 1 Minimum 5 credits (C's), in SPM or O-Levels, including English and Mathematics or other relevant subjects - or equivalent global qualifications. Actuarial Science route requires minimum 5 credits (C's), in SPM or O-Levels, including English, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics - or other equivalent global qualifications. IB MYP: 3 subjects with Grade 6 (English and Maths) and 2 subjects with Grade 5 (For Actuarial Science route, requires a Grade 5 for a subject equivalent to Add Maths) Conditional offers will be made to students with forecast results. Advance standing may be available for those with appropriate pre-university qualifications. Final results need to be submitted before programme commencement. Note: Progression to your chosen undergraduate programme may require pre-requisite subjects with specific grades at the SPM/O-Level/Equivalent levels in addition to your Foundation results. · English test waiver: Not stated as a waiver on the pages read. Entry is listed by school qualification (A-Level, STPM, UEC, IB, WACE/SACE, Ontario, China Senior High, India Class XII, Indonesia SMA 3) and several of those lines require a grade in English, but whether that substitutes for a separate English test is not published. Confirm with the campus. · Backlogs accepted: Not published. · Application fee: Not published on the pages read. · Deposit: Not published on the pages read.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- TuitionRM 36,252 MYR total programme cost≈ $7,713 total programme cost
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: No deadline is published on the pages read. The starts published for this programme are: September, January, May, July.
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
Real students. Real results.
- Average rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews
- 360+
- Rated five stars
- 95%
Average rating
Google reviews
Rated five stars
“I would like to express my gratitude for the excellent assistance provided during my student visa process. The team was responsive, knowledgeable, and supportive at every stage, from document preparation to submission guidance. Their clear communication and professional approach made the process much easier and more efficient.”
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Foundation in Business cost?
MYR 36,252 total programme cost.
What English score does it need?
We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet. Year 1 Minimum 5 credits (C's), in SPM or O-Levels, including English and Mathematics or other relevant subjects - or equivalent global qualifications. Actuarial Science route requires minimum 5 credits (C's), in SPM or O-Levels, including English, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics - or other equivalent global qualifications. IB MYP: 3 subjects with Grade 6 (English and Maths) and 2 subjects with Grade 5 (For Actuarial Science route, requires a Grade 5 for a subject equivalent to Add Maths) Conditional offers will be made to students with forecast results. Advance standing may be available for those with appropriate pre-university qualifications. Final results need to be submitted before programme commencement. Note: Progression to your chosen undergraduate programme may require pre-requisite subjects with specific grades at the SPM/O-Level/Equivalent levels in addition to your Foundation results. · English test waiver: Not stated as a waiver on the pages read. Entry is listed by school qualification (A-Level, STPM, UEC, IB, WACE/SACE, Ontario, China Senior High, India Class XII, Indonesia SMA 3) and several of those lines require a grade in English, but whether that substitutes for a separate English test is not published. Confirm with the campus. · Backlogs accepted: Not published. · Application fee: Not published on the pages read. · Deposit: Not published on the pages read.
How long is it?
1 year, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet. Year 1 Minimum 5 credits (C's), in SPM or O-Levels, including English and Mathematics or other relevant subjects - or equivalent global qualifications. Actuarial Science route requires minimum 5 credits (C's), in SPM or O-Levels, including English, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics - or other equivalent global qualifications. IB MYP: 3 subjects with Grade 6 (English and Maths) and 2 subjects with Grade 5 (For Actuarial Science route, requires a Grade 5 for a subject equivalent to Add Maths) Conditional offers will be made to students with forecast results. Advance standing may be available for those with appropriate pre-university qualifications. Final results need to be submitted before programme commencement. Note: Progression to your chosen undergraduate programme may require pre-requisite subjects with specific grades at the SPM/O-Level/Equivalent levels in addition to your Foundation results. · English test waiver: Not stated as a waiver on the pages read. Entry is listed by school qualification (A-Level, STPM, UEC, IB, WACE/SACE, Ontario, China Senior High, India Class XII, Indonesia SMA 3) and several of those lines require a grade in English, but whether that substitutes for a separate English test is not published. Confirm with the campus. · Backlogs accepted: Not published. · Application fee: Not published on the pages read. · Deposit: Not published on the pages read.
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