Why International Foundation Programme?

• be prepared for the higher education studies
• enter a higher education pathway of your choice
• acquire and practice independent analytical and learning skills necessary for success at degree level
• develop your English Language skills, improving your vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation
• receive expert guidance to help you decide what you want to study

This programme is designed:

• to develop the student’s basic mathematical and IT skills, learning strategies, problem solving and critical thinking skills, in order to enhance their performance in both academic and non-academic endeavours
• to enable the students to appreciate the intellectual demands of studying at the tertiary level
• to give the student a solid proficiency in English for preparation into the various areas of studies

On successful completion of the programme, a student should have:

• good computing and mathematical skills to study at a higher level
• communication skills necessary for the recording of empirical research
• independent study and learning skills in retrieving, selecting and processing information, thus enabling students to develop good critical thinking and reasoning skills
• acquired a level of English Language competency appropriate for handling an undergraduate programme

This is a full-time course. For students who require the full English course, the entire duration is 1 calendar year; they need to attend 15 lecture hours per week. There are 3 terms in 1 year and the structure is as follows:

Term 1: 14 lecture weeks / 1 week of examination / 2 weeks break
Term 2: 14 lecture weeks / 1 week of examination / 2 weeks break
Term 3: 14 lecture weeks / 1 week of examination / 2 weeks break

Classes are taught between 9am and 5pm from Monday to Friday. Students are recommended to take 2-3 modules per term.

The structure of the programme is made up of 5 key components conducted on full-time basis:

1. learning skills
2. critical thinking
3. computer applications
4. mathematics
5. proficiency in english

Field Trips & Campus Activities (Optional)

These trips and activities are organized for students to apply their English Skills in professional and social environments.

Minimum requirement to enter this programme:

• at least 16 years of age AND,
• ‘N’ / ‘O’ level holders OR,
• high School Certificate OR,
• other equivalent qualifications deemed suitable by Informatics Academy

Qualifying Test

Before students are enrolled into the programme, they are required to take a Thames Placement Test, which is designed to assess their level of proficiency in English. The scores obtained for the test will determine the modules that students need to take.

To apply, applicants must complete and submit the prescribed application forms. The application must be accompanied by the following:

• A one time non-refundable application processing fee.
• 2 copies of Official Transcripts from University / College
• 2 copies of Official Certificates
• Application Form
• 2 Passport Photos
• Proof of English Language Proficiency (for non-English speaking countries)

*Only for Mature Entry

All fees quoted are inclusive of 7% GST. The above fee covers all lectures, course notes, class handouts, student fee, library fee, examination fee but exclude textbooks and repeat course fee.

Information is subject to changes without prior notice.

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