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 ABOUT OUR
GO GLOBAL PROGRAMME*
At Heriot-Watt University, the world is your classroom! Immerse yourself in
a truly international learning experience with students from diverse Jackson Goh,
Foundation in Business
backgrounds. Unlock the world's possibilities through our inter-campus
transfer programme to the Edinburgh or Dubai campuses - transfer Afrin Farhana,
It was a great experience studying the Foundation in Business
seamlessly to Edinburgh and enjoy a 20% discount, or choose Dubai Foundation Programme during the pandemic.
with a 10% discount. Although adapting to online classes and
I learned a lot about managing an online
*Only available for Undergraduate programmes navigating materials was challenging, I eventually
business in my group project, such as financial
overcame these challenges through time and
management techniques. I discovered that
effort. I found that the online lessons were
having a good relationship and understanding
beneficial as I could re-watch recorded tutorial
among team members is important to run a
sessions at my own pace. My foundation studies
business successfully. Having different opinions
enhanced my discipline and time management.
and being open to them can lead to better
I learned to start working on assignments early,
ideas as well. As the group leader, I kept the

20%
tuition fee discount and this approach worked well for me.
group motivated and inspired with a positive
when you transfer to
attitude. I’m glad that our cake jars sold well in
our Edinburgh campus
just 2 weeks!

10%
tuition fee discount
when you transfer to
our Dubai campus

Lim Kok Han,

Foundation in Science

During my Foundation in Science studies,

Lim Rui Jing,
I engaged in a wide range of science
Foundation in Science
experiments which were not only fascinating,
but it also taught us to plan experiment layouts,
present our findings in reports and the vital role My foundation studies was enjoyable with

of referencing skills for researchers when various science experiments. I learned key

conducting studies. interpersonal skills like video editing, report

writing, referencing, and public speaking.

I once sought advice from my lecturer regarding Classes were engaging, especially Chemistry.

career pathways. He has provided guidance The friendly dynamics between the lecturer

and elucidated various career alternatives, and students transformed normal

which eventually helped me find my purpose conversations into meaningful knowledge

and shape the person I am today. I take this sharing. Never before had I experienced such

opportunity to express my profound gratitude joy while learning and I thank my Chemistry

to my lecturers for their unwavering support. lecturer, who played a pivotal role in igniting my
interest in Chemical Engineering. I am grateful
for this wonderful experience and the lasting
impact it has had on my future.

99% 80%
of Go Global students of surveyed employers
said they would actively seek out graduates
recommend it. with international experience.

Heriot-Watt University Student Survey 2020 QS Global Employer Survey Report

TRANSFORMING FOUNDATION
OUR YOUTH PROGRAMME
Realising the important role our young people play
today, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia has developed Intakes: January, April, July or September
specific programmes that are designed to support Duration: Full-time, 3 semesters
every student to realise their full potential.
Fees: See website for details: hw.edu.my/fees
Programme: Foundation in Science KPT/JPS (R2/0011/3/0223) (MQA/FA3952) 07/30

FIT-FOR-FUTURE Foundation in Business KPT/JPS (R/010/3/0240) (MQA/FA4351) 03/24

Students are encouraged to engage in a positive

transformation by focusing on developing their
emotional intelligence, creativity, understanding their
own personalities, their strengths and weaknesses, Overview Assessment
and developing a long-term vision and mission. This is
done by setting realistic SMART goals through
engaging and interesting activities. Using a proven
The Foundation Programme is a full-time You will be assessed regularly throughout the
emotional intelligence framework, and engaging
three-semester programme of study, comprising of programme to ensure your learning is on
activities focusing on expressing positive emotions
a combination of courses intended to prepare track to meet the requirements for
such as empathy and gratitude, students are taught
students who have completed appropriate national progressing to your chosen degree
self-awareness, self-management, social awareness
qualifications e.g. SPM, IGCSE or the equivalent level programme. Your attainment is monitored
and relationship management.
of studies. It is a programme of academic subjects, through a combination of continuous
study skills and English language training designed assessments and a final written examination.
On completion of the programme, students will
to provide students with a direct pathway to their
develop a strong sense of self-confidence, ability to
chosen degree at the University.
express their emotions in a positive way, and be able
to relate comfortably to their peers and better
manage their relationship with friends and family,
providing a smooth transition and preparing them for
the challenges of University studies.
Learning Admissions
Approach Note
The Foundation Programme uses an innovative Please note that progression to your chosen

EmPOWER challenge-based learning approach to provide

students with an enhanced and engaging learning
Undergraduate programme may require
specific grade achievement in your

PROGRAMME experience. This approach enables students to develop

independent learning skills that will ensure their success
Foundation Programme results and
pre-requisite subjects with specific grades at
in their academic journey at the University. the SPM/IGCSE/equivalent levels.
The EmPOWER Programme is a 4-level structured
programme anchored by six developmental
In Foundation in Business, you will be required to
domains. These are designed to deliver experiential
undertake English and Economics as the two
learning opportunities that provide a lifelong
mandatory courses and depending on your intended
foundation for building emotional intelligence,
degree pathway, you will choose two further courses
resilience, and happiness.
from the list below:
• Accounting • Business Management • Computing
We engage students in advanced personalised and
• Mathematics • Psychology
self-driven developmental activities to give them a
competitive advantage, enabling them to achieve
In Foundation in Science, you will be required to
their full potential when they graduate.
undertake English, Mathematics and Physics as the
three mandatory courses and depending on your
The first level, known as Watt Level of the EmPOWER
intended degree pathway, you will choose one further
Programme is compulsory for all students and will be
course from the list below:
offered in their first year of Undergraduate degree
• Computing • Mathematics • Psychology • Engineering
studies. Watt Level focuses on Leading Self and
Defining Impact and is delivered through POWER talk
sessions conducted by a panel of experienced
POWER speakers. The other three levels (Kilowatt,
Megawatt and Gigawatt) are achieved through a
more personalised approach developed by
students with their Personal Tutors.
 FOUNDATION PATHWAYS: FOUNDATION PATHWAYS:
FOUNDATION IN BUSINESS FOUNDATION IN SCIENCE
DEGREE PATHWAYS DEGREE PATHWAYS
There are 5 broad degree pathways that articulate to a wide range of degree programmes at Heriot-Watt There are 6 broad degree pathways that articulate to a wide range of degree programmes at Heriot-Watt
University globally: University globally:
• Accounting and Finance • Business • Built Environment (Excluding Civil Engineering) • Psychology • Engineering • Actuarial, Computing Science and Data Science • Accounting and Finance
• Actuarial, Computing Science and Data Science • Business and Built Environment • Psychology

FOR ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE PATHWAY FOR ENGINEERING PATHWAY

Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English and Mathematics Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English, Physics,
Chemistry*, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics
Recommended English, Economics, Accounting and Business Management
course combination: Recommended English, Mathematics, Physics and one further course (Computing or Chemistry*)
course combination: *required for Chemical Engineering
FOR BUSINESS PATHWAY
FOR ACTUARIAL, COMPUTING SCIENCE AND DATA SCIENCE PATHWAY
Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English and a pass in
Mathematics Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English, Physics,
Mathematics and Additional Mathematics
Recommended English, Economics, Business Management and one further course (Accounting* or
course combination: Psychology) *A credit in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent in Mathematics is required for Accounting Recommended English, Mathematics, Physics and Computing
option. Please note that a pass in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent in Mathematics does not fulfill course combination:
the entry requirement for BSc (Hons) in Psychology
FOR ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE PATHWAYS
FOR BUILT ENVIRONMENT* PATHWAY
Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English, Physics
Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English and Mathematics and Mathematics

Recommended English, Economics, Business Management and one further course (Accounting or Recommended English, Mathematics, Physics and one further course (Computing or Psychology)
course combination: Psychology) *Excluding Civil Engineering course combination:

FOR PSYCHOLOGY PATHWAY FOR BUSINESS AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT PATHWAYS

Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English, Mathematics Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English, Mathematics
and Science and Physics

Recommended English, Economics, Business Management and Psychology Recommended English, Mathematics, Physics and one further course (Computing or Psychology)
course combination: course combination:

FOR ACTUARIAL, COMPUTING SCIENCE AND DATA SCIENCE PATHWAY FOR PSYCHOLOGY PATHWAY
Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English, Mathematics and Entry requirement: 5Cs in SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, in relevant subjects including English, Mathematics
Additional Mathematics and Physics

Recommended English, Economics, Mathematics and one further course (Accounting or Computing*) Recommended English, Mathematics, Physics and Psychology
course combination : *Preferred courses for Data and Computing Sciences pathway course combination :

WHAT CHOICE OF DEGREE* WILL I HAVE? WHAT CHOICE OF DEGREE* WILL I HAVE?
* Eligiblity for your choice of degree programme is dependent on your chosen course combinations above and * Eligiblity for your choice of degree programme is dependent on your chosen course combinations above and
your final results of your Foundation Programme. The pre-requisite subjects with specific grade requirements at your final results of your Foundation Programme. The pre-requisite subjects with specific grade requirements at
the SPM/IGCSE/equivalent levels (if required) must also be satisfied. the SPM/IGCSE/equivalent levels (if required) must also be satisfied.

• MA (Hons) Accounting and Business Finance • BSc (Hons) Psychology • MEng Chemical Engineering • BBA (Hons) Bachelor of Business Administration
• BBA (Hons) Bachelor of Business Administration • BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying • MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering • MA (Hons) Business and Finance
• MA (Hons) Business and Finance • BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science • MEng Mechanical Engineering • MA (Hons) International Business Management
• MA (Hons) International Business Management • BSc (Hons) Computing Science • MEng Civil Engineering • MA (Hons) Marketing
• MA (Hons) Marketing • BSc (Hons) Statistical Data Science • BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science • BSc (Hons) Psychology with Management
• BSc (Hons) Psychology with Management • BSc (Hons) Computing Science • BSc (Hons) Psychology
• BSc (Hons) Statistical Data Science • BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying
The above programmes are available at the Malaysia campus. You can take advantage of our unique Go Global • MA (Hons) Accounting and Business Finance
transfer programme to study at our Edinburgh or Dubai campuses for at least one semester during your
Undergraduate studies. It is also possible to transfer to more than one location over the course of your The above programmes are available at the Malaysia campus. You can take advantage of our unique Go Global
Undergraduate studies. You may also enter into degree programmes available only in UK and/or Dubai right after transfer programme to study at our Edinburgh or Dubai campuses for at least one semester during your
your Foundation studies. For these programmes, please refer to our website and speak to an Education Undergraduate studies. It is also possible to transfer to more than one location over the course of your
Consultant should you have any further queries. However, direct entry to the UK and Dubai campuses is Undergraduate studies. You may also enter into degree programmes available only in UK and/or Dubai right after
contingent upon agreed progression rules and entry requirements in place. Students are advised to consult with your Foundation studies. For these programmes, please refer to our website and speak to an Education
Student Life before planning for campus transfer. Consultant should you have any further queries. However, direct entry to the UK and Dubai campuses is
contingent upon agreed progression rules and entry requirements in place. Students are advised to consult with
Student Life before planning for campus transfer.