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Why Study at SPACE UTM

Affordable Excellence, Innovative Learning Facilities at UTM.

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), located in Johor Bahru and Kuala Lumpur, is a premier institution dedicated to quality education and innovation.

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Education (SPACE UTM), UTM offers a range of undergraduate and professional development programmes designed to equip students with industry-relevant skills. With competitive fees, experienced lecturers, state-of-the-art facilities, and a vibrant campus environment, UTM provides a comprehensive learning experience.

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UTM Foundation Programme
Direct Application to UTM. 1 Year of Study.

Choose from Physical Science, Life Science, or Social Science pathways.

UTM Foundation Programme

Why Choose UTM Foundation

  1. Minimum 5 credits for entry
  2. Competitive fees
  3. Taught by highly experienced and qualified lecturers
  4. Full access to UTM鈥檚 world-class facilities and research laboratories
  5. Great peer-to-peer networking in a university environment
  6. Comprehensive e-learning system and digital library with a vast research database
Foundation Programme
Physical Science
Life Science
Social Science

Programme Structure and Specification

Study Mode

The Foundation Programme is a one-year academic programme spread over two semesters and offered on a full-time basis.

Students attend lectures, complete assignments, undergo periodical tests, and sit for end-of-semester examinations, similar to other pre-university pathways.

The total credit load of the Foundation Programme is 50 credit hours.

Assessment

Laboratory work: 100% course work

Courses: 50%鈥�60% course work, 40%鈥�50% final examination

Award requirement: Students must pass a total of 50 credit hours with a minimum CGPA of 2.00.

Entry Requirements

General Entry Requirements
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Pass Sejarah at SPM level
  • 5 credits including Bahasa Melayu at SPM level
Malaysian Applicants

Applicants must meet the stream-specific subject requirements based on the Foundation concentration selected.

  • Physical Science: 4 credits in relevant SPM/SPMV subjects, including Mathematics and science-related subjects.
  • Life Science: 4 credits in relevant SPM/SPMV subjects, including Mathematics and science-related subjects.
  • Social Science: 4 credits in relevant SPM/SPMV subjects including Mathematics, or equivalent recognised qualifications.
International Applicants
  • Meet UTM鈥檚 English language requirements.
  • Fulfil country-specific entry requirements approved by the University Senate.
  • Equivalent recognised qualifications may be considered based on the selected concentration.

Foundation Concentrations

Physical Science

Designed for students who wish to continue into engineering and science fields.

Suitable for progression into areas such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and related fields.

Life Science

Designed for students who wish to pursue studies in life sciences and natural sciences.

Suitable for progression into areas such as Industrial Biology, Biology, Chemistry, and other related science-based fields.

Social Science

Designed for students who wish to continue into social science-related degree pathways.

Suitable for progression into areas such as Human Resource, Psychology, Management, Education, Accountancy, and related fields.

Fee Structure

Malaysian Students
New Student Fees:
Registration Fee 		RM 1,450
Tuition Fees (Per Semester):
Semester 1
Semester 2 		RM 4,750
RM 4,750
TOTAL FEES RM 10,950
International Students
New Student Fees:
Registration Fee
Administration Fee 		RM 2,450
Tuition Fees (Per Semester):
Semester 1
Semester 2 		RM 7,250
RM 7,250
TOTAL FEES RM 16,950

* All semesters exclude hostel fees.

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UTM Diploma Programmes
Direct Application to UTM Diploma Programmes

Full-time diploma programmes with durations ranging from 2 to 3 years.

UTM Diploma Programmes

Why UTM's Diploma

  1. Taught by highly experienced and qualified lecturers
  2. Access to UTM鈥檚 facilities, learning resources, and laboratories
  3. Strong university learning environment and peer network
  4. Comprehensive e-learning system and digital library support
  5. Pathway to further studies in a recognised university environment
Diploma Programmes Total Fees Duration of Study
Diploma in Accounting, Diploma in Technology Management RM 24,960 2 years
Diploma in Computer Science RM 27,082 2.5 years
Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning RM 26,842 2.5 years
Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Diploma in Property Management RM 26,602 2.5 years
Diploma in Architecture RM 29,015 2.5 years
Diploma in Sport and Fitness RM 26,893 2.5 years
Diploma in Civil Engineering, Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Diploma in Electronic Engineering, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Diploma in Chemical Engineering RM 28,910 2.5 years
Diploma in Islamic Studies Education RM 25,660 3 years
Diploma in Land Surveying RM 27,904 3 years

Total fees exclude hostel fees.

Admission Requirements

General University Requirement

Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with a credit in Bahasa Melayu and a pass in History.

Group 1

Programmes: Diploma in Computer Science, Diploma in Land Surveying, Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Diploma in Accounting

Specific Requirement: 3 credits including Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics, and 1 other subject; and pass in English.

  • Applicants for Diploma in Computer Science may be required to take Matematik Pengukuhan based on qualification background.
  • Applicants for Diploma in Land Surveying must not be colour blind and must not have physical disabilities that hinder practical work.

Group 2

Programmes: Diploma in Property Management, Diploma in Technology Management, Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning, Diploma in Architecture, Diploma in Sport and Fitness

Specific Requirement: 3 credits including Bahasa Melayu and 2 other subjects; and pass in English.

  • Applicants for Diploma in Architecture must pass an interview and drawing test.
  • Applicants for Diploma in Sport and Fitness must pass an interview and fitness test.

Group 3

Programme: Diploma in Islamic Studies Education

Specific Requirement: 5 credits in Bahasa Melayu and 4 other subjects.

  • Students who did not obtain at least a credit in Arabic Language, or did not take Arabic Language at SPM level, are required to take and pass the Pengukuhan Bahasa Arab course.

General University Requirement

Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with a credit in Bahasa Melayu and a pass in History.

Programmes: Diploma in Civil Engineering, Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Diploma in Electronic Engineering, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Specific Requirement: 3 credits in Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics, and 1 Pure Science / Applied Science / Technical subject; and pass in English.

  • Applicants must not be colour blind and must not have physical disabilities that hinder practical work.
  • SPM holders who pass but do not obtain a credit in Mathematics may be required to take and pass the Matematik Pengukuhan course.
Other recognised entry pathways may also be accepted. Applicants with Polytechnic / SKK / SKM / SVM / O-Level / APEL A or other related qualifications should refer to the latest UTM SPACE diploma requirements for programme-specific eligibility.
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How to Contact Us ?

SPACE UTM Johor Bahru

Block T05,
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia,
81310 Johor Bahru, Johor.

+607-531 8000 (Hotline)
+607-561 0339

SPACE UTM Kuala Lumpur

Aras 2, Residensi UTMKL
No.8 Jalan Maktab
54000 Kuala Lumpur

+603 2728 6500 (Hotline)
+603-561 0339