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Foundation in Arts (ODL)

One flexible year online that opens the door to 300+ degree programmes.

Your Flexible Pathway to University.
A one-year, fully online pre-university programme that opens a pathway to 300+ degrees across many fields.

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Programme Details

  • 1 Year (12 months)

    Duration

  • Veritas University College (VUC)

    Award

  • Pre-University

    Pathway

  • Full Time / ODL

    Study Mode

  • January, May and September

    Intakes

  • N-DL/010/3/0555(FA15139)01/27

    Accreditation

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Future Careers

Keep every door open with a flexible foundation. A foundation opens many paths across business, media, technology, psychology and law.

Where It Can Lead

  • Lawyer

  • Clinical Psychologist

  • Digital Marketing Specialist

  • Software Developer

  • Corporate Communications Executive

  • Data Analyst

  • UX Designer

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Why This Programme Matters

The Reality

  • A pre-university qualification bridges school and a degree.
  • A pathway to 300+ undergraduate programmes.
  • Google, Meta and Wharton microcredentials embedded.
  • MQA accredited and fully online.

The Education

  • English, thinking, writing and research skills.
  • Maths, ICT and economics.
  • Accounting, marketing, management and digital transformation.
  • Electives in law, psychology, finance and media.

The Flexible Advantage

Online via Zoom and self-study; ~60% coursework, 40% final exam.

Graduate Ready

A recognised, MQA-accredited pre-university qualification.

Broad academic and digital foundations.

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Course Modules

  • Basic ICT
  • Mathematics
  • Essentials of Economics
  • Written and Verbal English
  • Financial Accounting
  • Introduction to Marketing
  • Introduction to Digital Transformation
  • Thinking Skills
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Writing & Research Skills
  • Introduction to Management
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The Creative Learning Experience

Flexible online classes plus self-directed study build independence and confidence.

How You Learn

  • Flexible Online Classes:

    live Zoom plus self-study.

  • Broad Foundations:

    English, maths, business and ICT.

  • Choose Your Direction:

    law, psychology, finance or media electives.

  • Embedded Microcredentials:

    Google, Meta and Wharton.

  • Self-Paced Skills:

    independent study habits.

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Industry Projects & Certifications

Recognised credentials from day one.

Progression Guarantee

Recognised credentials and digital skills that strengthen applications and your CV.

Progress to 300+ undergraduate programmes at VUC and partners.

  • Google
  • Meta
  • Wharton

Embedded Microcredentials

  • Google, Meta and Wharton via Coursera, at no extra cost.
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Career Outcomes

Where Graduates Progress

One year now, many futures ahead.

Your degree sets your destination; this foundation opens the choices.

  • Into Business & Tech: business, IT, data and digital marketing.
  • Into Media & Communication: mass comm, PR and content.
  • Into Psychology & Social Sciences.
  • Into Law: toward legal study and practice.
  • Into the Arts: creative and humanities degrees.
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Student Experience

Study flexibly online while building the skills and confidence for university.

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    Flexible Online Learning:

    Zoom plus self-study.

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    Manageable Schedule:

    ~2 hours/week per subject.

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    Future-Ready Skills:

    digital and academic skills for any degree.

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    Supportive Pathway:

    clear progression into many programmes.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following:

  • 5 credits in SPM / IGCSE; or
  • 3 Bs in UEC (including Mathematics) + a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
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Fees & Financing

Programme Fees

Malaysian Students

  • Lump sum payment RM8,900
  • Monthly instalment plan (1 year) RM9,900
    • 1st payment: RM3,900
    • Monthly instalment: RM600 × 10
  • Resource fee RM1,000 Non-refundable

Early Bird Rebate: RM1,000*
Limited seats only.

0% interest instalment payment plans and bank education loans available.

International Students

  • All inclusive VERITAS tuition fees RM8,900/year
  • Resource fee RM1,000/year Non-refundable
  • EMGS fee RM486

*Terms & Conditions Apply.

With effect from 1 September 2025, a 6% Service Tax (SST) will be imposed on tuition and education-related fees for international students.

Scholarships, PTPTN, EPF withdrawals, EZ payment and 0% instalment plans available.