Overview
The preferred pathway into degrees at Sunway
The Sunway Foundation Programme (SFP) is Malaysia’s largest and most flexible foundation pathway, offering students a chance to further their education at Sunway University or other top institutions.
The Foundation in Science & Technology (FIST) programme offers the best pathway for students planning to continue their studies at Sunway University leading to majors such as Psychology, Biomedicine, Medicine, and various Engineering fields, including Chemical, Electronic & Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, and Mechatronics. Sunway Education Group offers highly qualified academics, excellent research facilities, and state-of-the-art laboratories. FIST students have plenty of opportunities to develop and refine their practical skills in the science and technology industry.
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Achievements
More Than80% graduates qualified for Sunway A.C.E Scholarship(RM7,000-RM13,000 per year) |
50% First Class Honoursin Sunway Universities are |
100% Graduates progressed into University |
FIST
Programme Details
| Intakes | January, April, August |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Assessments & Examinations | 50% coursework & 50% examination. |
Entry Requirements
| Academic Requirements |
| SPM, O-Level or equivalent
From a Science stream background, pass with minimum five (5) credits including Mathematics. |
| UEC
From a Science stream background, pass with minimum 3 Grade Bs including Mathematics. |
Choice of Subjects
Students are required to take 13 subjects.
Semester 1 (5 Units):
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Semester 2 (4 Units):
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Semester 3 (4 Units):
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*This subject is highly recommended for all stream of studies.
**Note: Completion of prerequisites is needed before pursuing this subject. Please consult programme advisors.
Scholarship Scheme
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Students who are interested in pursuing our Pre-University programmes or degree programmes in Sunway College and are seeking financial aid can click here for more information. |
Special Scholarship 2025
Our exclusive Special Scholarship awaits students who are taking IGCSE (June 2025 exam sitting)!
Click here to apply now with your trial results and extra-curricular activities!
FOR IGCSE JUNE 2025 STUDENTS
Downloadable Materials
Detailed information about the subjects offered for each intake for 2025 can be found in the FIST brochures.
FIST Student
Guide 2025
Pre-University
Studies 2025
SFP Plus
(Starting 7 July 2025)
SFP PLUS is a 6-week experiential immersion programme providing students a preparatory experience, offering introductory subject exploration, study skills enhancement, and orientation to campus life, for a more confident transition into tertiary studies.
Enrollment for the April intake is still open - secure your spot today!
SFP PLUS+
Alumni & Achievements
Secondary School: SMK Bandar Puchong Jaya (A)
Graduated with First Class Honours, BSc (Hons) Medical Biotechnology, Sunway University
Achievements and Contributions
- Sunway Student Volunteer and Sunway Student Ambassador
- Research assistant in Department of Biological Science
Current Employer: Shell Business Operations
Graduated with First Class Honours, BSc (Hons) in Computer Science, Sunway University
Current Employer: Shell Business Operations
Achievements and Contributions
- Jeffrey Cheah Continuing Scholarship Recipient
- Founder of ScreenCrash Clothing & Apparel
- Shopee Code League 2020 Participant
- AVOWS Algo League 2019 Participant
- Lancaster Summer Programme 2018 Participant
- BMW Shorties 2017 Participant
Graduated with Bachelor of Software Engineering (Hons), Sunway University
Current Employer: Finexus International Sdn Bhd
Achievements and Contributions
- Combat Robot Malaysia 2019 - Top 14
- #codeathon 2017: Technopreneurship for Gender Equality
- Lancaster Summer Programme 2018 Participant
- Peer Assisted Learning Programme (PALP) March 2018 – March 2019
- Peer Leader
- Sunway University Ensemble 2016 -2017
- Certifications - Certified Professional in Requir
Graduated with BSc (Hons) Psychology, Sunway University
Current Employer: Yayasan Tunku Abdul Rahman
Achievements and Contributions
- Strong advocate for Sustainable Goals which mainly includes Quality Education and Climate Action
- Jeffrey Cheah Foundation Scholarship (Pre-University & Degree)
- Sunway Extracurricular Achiever Award
- President of Sunway Student Ambassadors
- Event Organising Chairperson for Sunway’s Got Talent Season 3
- Operations Associate for the Harvard Project for Asian and Internationals Relations (HPAIR)
- Offline Marketing Associate for Glimpse of Malaysia
