BAScBachelor of Arts and Science (Aptitude-based Scheme Application)
| Study location | Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur |
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| Type | Undergraduate, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 4 years |
| Study language | combined English/Japanese |
| Awards | BASc (Bachelor of Arts and Science) |
| Tuition fee | MYR 38,000 per year The tuition fees are to be paid in two installments, divided into the Fall semester and the Spring semester. |
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| Application fee | MYR 100 one-time Application fee is Non-Refundable |
| Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) EligibilityTo be eligible for admission to this programme, applicants must fulfil one of the following criteria. 2. Have completed a curriculum of formal education less than 12 years and have subsequently completed or are expected to complete a preparatory education course designated by the Japanese Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) by the end of the month prior to enrolment. 3. Hold or who are expected to hold an International Baccalaureate, Abitur (Germany), Baccalauréat (France), or GCE (General Certificate of Education) Advanced Level (United Kingdom) by the end of the month prior to enrolment. 4. Have completed or are expected to complete a 12-year curriculum at a school accredited by any of the following international accrediting groups by the end of the month prior to enrolment: 5. Applicants whose qualifications are not listed in categories 1 to 4 in Point 4, but who are deemed to have eligibility equivalent to at least one of the four criteria after individual eligibility screening conducted by the University by Friday, 5 April 2024. Note 1: Please contact the Academic Service Office at utmy-kyomu@un.tsukuba.ac.jp by Friday, 5 April 2024 if you are uncertain about your eligibility and/or would like to request individual eligibility screening. Note 2: It is possible that categories 1 to 4 in Point 4 may not be applicable to all applicants from certain international schools. If this is the case, please contact the Academic Service Office at utmy-kyomu@un.tsukuba.ac.jp by Friday, 5 April 2024 to confirm eligibility. Entry requirements (at least one of the following qualifications)
Note: Applicants with other Year 12 qualifications or equivalent will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Japanese / Malay. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English Japanese English
Note 1: IELTS, TOEFL test results must be less than two years old. MUET results are valid for five years from the date of the release of results. JapaneseIf applicants have studied Japanese and/or have taken any Japanese-language test, please include the details on the online application form and attach proof. Applicants who have not studied Japanese are still eligible to apply if they meet other entry requirements. The University of Tsukuba, Malaysia will offer Japanese-language education through a system of level-based classes. |
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Overview
The programme aims to develop individuals with data science literacy who can apply ideas and technologies from the natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences to a broad range of environmental and social issues. By utilising design thinking, our students can creatively contribute to solving global issues.
Programme structure
Minimum Graduation Requirement: 128 credits
- Year 1 total: 33 credits / 15 subjects
- Year 2 total: 39 credits / 11 subjects
- Year 3 total: 40 credits / 11 subjects
- Year 4 total: 10 credits / 1 subjects
- MPU total: 6-8 credits / 5 subjects
Common Foundation Subjects
Year 1
First Year Seminar (1) / Invitation to Arts and Sciences (1) / Society and Career (1) / Basic Physical Education (1) / Fundamentals of Research Japanese I-A (2) / Fundamentals of Research Japanese I-B (2) / Fundamentals of Research Japanese II-A (2) / Fundamentals of Research Japanese II-B (2) / Information Literacy (Lectures) (1) / Information Literacy (Exercises) (1) / Data Science (2)
Year 2
Applied Physical Education (1)
Foundation Subjects for Major
Year 1
Basic Statistics (3) / Applied Statistics (3)
Year 2
Japanese Language and Studies I (3) / Japanese Language and Studies II (3) / Fundamentals of Natural Sciences I (4) / Fundamentals of Natural Sciences II (4) / Fundamentals of Humanities and Social Sciences I (4) / Fundamentals of Humanities and Social Sciences II (4)
Year 3
Linear algebra for data science (2) / Analysis for data science (2) / System theory for data science (2)
Major Subjects
Year 1
Current Issues Discussion Exercises I (5) / Current Issues Discussion Exercises II (6)
Year 2
Understanding of Japanese Culture and Society I (2) / Understanding of Japanese Culture and Society II (2) / Current Issues Analysis Exercises I (6) / Current Issues Analysis Exercises II (6)
Year 3
Japanese Cultural Communication I (3) / Japanese Cultural Communication II (3) / General Introduction to Natural Sciences I (4) / General Introduction for Natural Sciences II (4) / General Introduction to Humanities and Social Sciences I (4) / General Introduction to Humanities and Social Sciences II (4) / Current Issues Solution Proposal Exercises I (6) / Current Issues Solution Proposal Exercises II (6)
Year 4
Graduation Research (10)
MPU
Compulsory subjects stated by Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
– Malaysian Students: Philosophy and Current Issues (2) / Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (2) / National Language A-I (2) / Integrity and Anti-Corruption (2)
– International Students: Philosophy and Current Issues (2) / Malay Language Communication II (2) / Integrity and Anti-Corruption (2)
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