Foundation to a prestigious UK degree
A UK degree is desirable for many Malaysians given the international recognition afforded by a UK degree.
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM), is a wholly-owned branch campus of the University of Reading in the UK which is consistently ranked in the Top 100 in the world for International Outlook by the Times Higher Education.
The branch campus in Malaysia was established in 2013 and first opened the doors to its state-ofthe-art campus complex located inEduCity, Iskandar Puteri, in 2015.
Five of the University of Reading’s world-leading schools and institutions are represented at the Malaysia campus, including: Henley Business School; School of Law; School of the Built Environment; School of
Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences; and Foundation Studies and Language Institute.
Students at UoRM get the best of both worlds – the same highlyrespected University of Reading UK degree closer to home and at a significantly lower cost compared to studying in the UK itself.
In fact, programme fees at UoRM are comparable with some local private universities and students may be eligible for a High Achievers Scholarship valued at up to RM33,840, equivalent of a 30 per cent discount for the entire duration of study (subject to T&Cs).
Furthermore, students at UoRM have flexible options to spend part of their studies at the University’s award-winning Whiteknights UK campus which is only 25 minutes by train from London.
The International Foundation Programme (IFP) offered at UoRM is the same as that offered on the UK campus, and is an intensive 12-month programme that prepares students for the rigours of undergraduate study.
On successful completion of the IFP, students have the option for studying their degree either at UoRM or in the UK.
On the IFP, students have a choice of pathways that include: Accounting and Finance; Finance and business; Real Estate; Quantity Surveying; Psychology; and Law.
Students complete a total of four modules, depending upon the pathway chosen. For example, a student who chooses the Accounting and Finance pathway will study modules in economics and mathematics.
The modules are specifically designed to help students prepare for that topic of study on their undergraduate degree.
For some students, the transition from school to university is not aneasy one.
At the University of Reading, the expectation is that students become independent learners who are able to think on their own two feet.
This can be challenging for those students who have become overly dependent on their teachers.
For this reason, ‘Academic Skills’ is a mandatory module on the IFP, and is designed to help students develop essential academic skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving and information research.
The module also helps students develop their academic writing skills, including how to structure reports and organise written assignments.
Another important aspect of the IFP programme is the development of soft skills, such as working in teams, time management, creativity and communications, all of which are vital for a student’s career and holistic development.
Students also have ample opportunity to improve their standard of English, both written and oral.
Students are supported by an experienced and dedicated academic team. Each student is also assigned an academic tutor to provide 1-on-1support and mentoring where required.
Our experience indicates that such support can be of great benefit to students in helping them cope with and adapt to the university environment which requires a higher level of selfdiscipline than they may be used to.
Safe to say, the majority of students successfully complete the IFP and are able to progress onto their undergraduate degree without any major issues.
Students may join the IFP in April, July or September each year. SPM and IGCSE students require a minimum of 5 credits (A-C) including any programmespecific requirements.
A grade C in SPM English 1119, IGCSE English or IELTS 5.5 is required but students may complete the University English course if they do not meet the above English requirements.
For more information, visit reading.edu.my, call or WhatsApp Kristinah +6016 2064 012 or email my.enquiry@ reading.edu.my.