Foundation in Arts and Social Science at Xiamen University Malaysia

Description

The arts and social science are as important as science and technology for ensuring a country’s growth and development. The diverse fields of the arts and social science serve as the pillars that prop up the economy and the bonds that hold together the social fabric of a nation. The ready demand for skilled workers in the arts and social science is spurring the interest of the younger generation in taking up a profession in those fields as their lifelong careers. The XMUM Foundation in Arts and Social Science programme opens up opportunities for higher education in various fields of the arts and social science. A seamless progression to an undergraduate programme of study at XMUM in a relevant field awaits those who have successfully completed their XMUM foundation programme.

Intake Month(s)

April, August, December

Course Structure

Introduction to Academic English
Academic Reading and Writing
Basics of Critical Thinking
Effective Presentations
Computing and Digital Skills
Basics of Statistics
Society and Culture
Interpersonal Communication
Fundamentals of Algebra
Basics of Information and Communication Technology

Chinese Studies
(Introduction to Chinese Language and Characters
Selected Readings in Modern Chinese Literature
Selected Readings in Classical Chinese Literature
Chinese Literary Appreciation and Creative Writing
Introduction to Chinese Culture and Tradition)
Communication Studies
(Introduction to Mass Communication
Introduction to Social Media Practice
Visual Communication
Basics of Communication Research
Fundamentals of Media Writing)
Business Studies
(Understanding Business
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Macroeconomics
Introduction to Accounting
Introduction to Finance)

Entry Requirement

Pass with minimum of 5 credits

Pass with minimum of 5 credits

Minimum 3 credits (3Bs)

Other relevant qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government

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