Foundation in Science

(N/0011/3/0007)(08/27)(MQA/PA15828)

Foundation in Science

(N/0011/3/0007)(08/27)(MQA/PA15828)

About Foundation in Science

Peninsula College’s Foundation in Science is a one-year preparatory programme designed to provide students with a solid academic foundation in the fundamental sciences, especially in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Programming. The programme also equips students with communication skills and critical thinking skills to enhance students’ academic and intellectual abilities. It serves as an essential bridge for those intending to pursue undergraduate studies in science-related fields such as computer science, engineering, or other related disciplines.

Programme Structure

Year 1

  • Physics I
  • Basic Information and Communication Technology
  • English I
  • Mathematics I
  • Chemistry I
  • Basic Entrepreneurship
  • Chemistry II
  • Physics II
  • Mathematics II
  • Thinking Skills
  • English II
  • Physics III
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Introduction to Programming

Changes to the programme structure are at Peninsula College Georgetown’s discretion as approved by MQA

* for international students only.
** for individuals who did not meet the minimum grade C in their SPM results or hold equivalent qualifications from other examinations.

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Professor Dr Ian Pashby

Chairman
Advisor & Non-Executive Director
Peninsula Higher Education Group

Professor Ian Robert Pashby graduated from the University of Sheffield (UK) with a bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy and then worked in research and development for Rolls-Royce (aero engines). He joined the Warwick Manufacturing Group at the University of Warwick (UK) as a lecturer, was awarded his PhD for research in the processing of materials and subsequently promoted to Senior Lecturer.

In 2000, he became Professor of Manufacturing Processes at the University of Nottingham (UK).

Professor Pashby moved to the University of Nottingham’s Malaysia Campus in 2007 to become Deputy Head. became Pro-Vice Chancellor and then CEO of the campus in 2008. Returning to the UK in 2013, he became Pro-Vice Chancellor at the University of Hull (UK). He moved back to Malaysia in 2017 to lead the Peninsula Higher Education Group as its Group President and in 2024 became the Advisor.