STUDENT HANDBOOK
CENTRE FOR FOUNDATION
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CENTRE FOR FOUNDATION
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Centre for Foundation Studies, International Islamic University Malaysia
Student Handbook
Enquiries should be addressed to:
Centre for Foundation Studies International Islamic University Malaysia
Jalan Gambang-Maran 26300 Gambang Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia
Tel.: +609 518 3400
Registration Matters Phone:
603 6421 6421 ext.: 3260/3261/4040/4028/4048 Email: asasi@iium.edu.my
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cfs.enquiry@iium.edu.my
Published by:
Centre for Foundation Studies International Islamic University Malaysia
Jalan Gambang-Maran Pahang Darul Makmur
The Centre reserves the right to make alterations without prior notice to the contents of this handbook
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DEAN
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious and the Most Merciful
First and the foremost, I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all of you for being selected to join our prestigious Centre for Foundation Studies of the International Islamic University Malaysia. Competition to get a place in CFS IIUM is stiff and you are among the few who have been granted the opportunity to be with us. The Centre acts as a gateway to the undergraduate programme of the University and we have been entrusted to provide the best preparatory programme to ensure that you will be well-equipped once embarking into the undergraduate programme. As such, we hope that you will do your level best in meeting the expectation of the University and graduate with outstanding academic performance.
Apart from providing preparatory programme, the Centre has its vision in ensuring that the students are imbued with Islamic values and ethics that they will become graduates with holistic personality. The ultimate objective of the Centre, as well as the University, is to produce professionals who are God-fearing (taqwa)
and hence, serving the purpose of becoming the vicegerent of Allah subhanahu wata’ala, who will not only help to develop the Muslim ummah, but also restore the dignity of the Muslim ummah in the eyes of the world, InsyaAllah.
Let us all take up the challenge and strive towards academic excellence and putting knowledge as the basic of our action. It is a great privilege and pleasure to welcome you to the Centre for Foundation Studies of the International Islamic University Malaysia to further your education.
Thank you. ﻠﺳﻼمﻮا
TN. HJ. MURSHID BIN KASIM OFFICE OF THE DEAN
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DIRECTOR
(ADMINISTRATION)
Selamat Datang, Welcome, Ahlan Wa Sahlan to the Centre for Foundation Studies (CFS), IIUM!
First of all, CFS would like to congratulate each of you for your acceptance as a student of CFS and be part of the big CFS family. At CFS, it is our duty to prepare each of you for your journey towards becoming an undergraduate student at one of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) main campuses.
Before you further navigate your life here at CFS, we have prepared a handbook which contains important information that will allow you to understand the operation of this Centre. This handbook covers the details of academic matters, student affairs, administration and other supporting services. The administration of CFS is responsible to manage and handle matters pertaining to Human Resource, Facilities & Amenities, Finance, Information Technology (IT), Office Safety and Health (OSH), Quality Assurance, Mosque Administration, as well as Transportation and Auxiliary Services of CFS.
As you are entering a new phase of your life as a tertiary education student, you will undergo many changes during your studies here. There will be new sets of friends, new lecturers and teachers, new knowledge, and a variety of opportunities. Thus, my advice to you is get involved! Make this 200-acre campus as your new playground. Though we only see you virtually now, we are indeed looking forward to welcome you on campus. With the situation that we are facing right now, we would like to remind you to adhere to the Covid- 19 SOP. Let us combat Covid-19 together and make du’a so that this pandemic will end.
Once again, welcome to CFS; a special beginning and a new life journey. Together we make CFS a sustainable green eco campus. Every moment counts – CFS SEJAHTERA.
MAJOR SHAHRIZAD BT. SA-IDUL HAJ OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR
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INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA 1
Philosophy, Vision and Mission
PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY 4
CENTRE FOR FOUNDATION STUDIES 7
ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE 10
ADMINISTRATION 15
Administration and Services Department
Information and Technology Department
Financial Services
Mosque
Facilities Management Department
ACADEMIC SERVICES 27
Office of the Deputy Dean, Academic, and Internationalisation (ODDAI)
STUDENT SERVICES 55
Office of the Deputy Dean, Student Development, and Community Engagement (ODDSDCE)
IIUM HEALTH CENTRE 70
LIBRARY 71
ARTS PROGRAMMES 75
Department of Legal Studies
Department of Economics and Management Sciences
Department of Islamic Revealed Knowledge
Department of Human Sciences
Department of Languages and Management
SCIENCES PROGRAMMES 83
Department of Chemistry
Department of Physics
Department of Mathematics
Department of Biology
Department of Architecture and Environmental Design
Department of Information and Communications Technology
CENTRE FOR LANGUAGES AND PRE-UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
(CELPAD) 92
Department of Quranic Language
Department of English Language
GENERAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR FOUNDATION STUDIES, IIUM 99 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
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THE INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
PHILOSOPHY
The philosophy of the University is based on the belief that knowledge must be pursued as an ’ibādah (continuous worship) and amānah (a trust) which Allah (SWT) has placed upon humankind. The knowledge pursued should lead to the recognition that Allah (SWT) is the Absolute Creator, Cherisher and Sustainer of the universe. This total and uncompromising recognition of Allah (SWT) “as Rabb al-ālamīn (the Lord of the World) represents the apex in the hierarchy of knowledge”. This philosophy is predicated in the first five verses of Sūrah al’’Alaq, which are incorporated in the Constitution of the IIUM.
Read! In the name of your Sustainer who created:
He created man from a germ-cell. Read! Your Sustainer is the Most Bountiful One who has taught [man]
the use of the pen[and] taught man what he did not know.
According to this philosophy:
i. knowledge shall be propagated in the spirit of Tawhid, leading towards the recognition of Allah as the Absolute Creator and Master of mankind;
ii. the recognition of Allah as the Absolute Creator and Master of mankind represents the apex in the hierarchy of knowledge;
iii. knowledge is a trust (amanah) from Allah and its development shall be in conformity with the purposes behind Allah’s creation of the universe;
iv. knowledge should be utilised by man, as the servant (‘abd) of Allah and vicegerent (khalifah) on Earth, in accordance with the will of Allah;
v. the quest for knowledge is regarded as an act of worship (‘ibadah).
VISION AND MISSION
To become a leading international centre of educational excellence which seeks to restore the dynamic and progressive role of the Muslim ummah in all branches of knowledge
IIUM aims to become an international centre of educational excellence which:
revitalises the intellectual dynamism of Islam and the Ummah;
integrates Islamic revealed knowledge and values;
seeks to restore a leading and progressive role for the Muslim Ummah in all branches of knowledge;
Thereby, contributing to the improvement and upgrading of the quality of human life and civilisation.
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IIUM aims to become an international centre of educational excellence which:
(i) integrates Islamic revealed knowledge and values in all disciplines and
(ii) aspires to the restoration of the Muslim Ummah’s leading role in all branches of knowledge.
MISSION The summary of the Mission should read as follows Integration;
Islamisation; Internationalisation; and Comprehensive Excellence
To undertake the special and greatly needed task of reforming contemporary Muslim mentality and integrating Islamic revealed knowledge and human sciences in a positive manner
To produce better quality intellectuals, professionals, and scholars by integrating the qualities of faith (iman), knowledge (‘Ilm), and good character (akhlaq) to serve as the agents of comprehensive and balanced progress as well as sustainable development in Malaysia and in the Muslim world
To promote the concept of Islamisation of human knowledge in teaching, research, consultancy, dissemination of knowledge and the development of academic excellence at the University
To nurture the quality of holistic excellence which is imbued with Islamic moral-spiritual values, in the process of learning, teaching, research, consultancy, publication, administration and student life
To exemplify an international community of dedicated intellectuals, scholars, professionals, officers and workers who are motivated by the Islamic worldview and code of ethics as an integral part of their work culture
To enhance intercultural understanding and foster civilisational dialogues in Malaysia as well as across communities and nations
To develop an environment which instills commitment to life-long learning and a deep sense of social responsibility among staff and students
MEANING OF IIICE (“Triple ICE”) INTEGRATION OF
Islamic revealed knowledge, perspectives and values in all disciplines
Faith (iman), knowledge (‘ilm), and good conduct (akhlaq)
Malaysian and non-Malaysian students and staff
Religious wisdom and contemporary technology
Transcendental values and modernity ISLAMISATION OF
The aspects of social sciences, humanities and professional disciplines inherited from secular Western civilisation
Intellectual products of human reason divorced from revealed values and contrary to the teachings or perspectives of Islam
The personality and character of scholars and knowledge workers
3 INTERNATIONALISATION OF
Standards in teaching, evaluation, research, publication and academic activities
Quality of intellectual profile and discourse
The use of English and Arabic
The University’s character and population
The international network of higher Islamic educational institutions and IIUM alumni COMPREHENSIVE EXCELLENCE OF
Physical, intellectual, moral, spiritual and social dimensions
Benchmarking with the best practices or models, in the East or the West
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3 INTERNATIONALISATION OF
Standards in teaching, evaluation, research, publication and academic activities
Quality of intellectual profile and discourse
The use of English and Arabic
The University’s character and population
The international network of higher Islamic educational institutions and IIUM alumni COMPREHENSIVE EXCELLENCE OF
Physical, intellectual, moral, spiritual and social dimensions
Benchmarking with the best practices or models, in the East or the West
PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY CONSTITUTIONAL HEAD
Her Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda The Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah Binti Almarhum Al-Mutawakkil Alallah Sultan Iskandar Al-Haj
D.K., D.M.N., S.S.A.P., S.I.M.P., D.K.(Johor)., S.P.M.J., D.K.(Brunei), P.K.C., P.K.T., P.J.K.
PRESIDENT 1 2
Datuk Dr. Mohd Daud Bakar 3 4
5 RECTOR
6 Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dato Dzulkifli 7 Abdul Razak
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10 DEPUTY RECTORS 11 12
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Faris Bin Ismail 13 Academic and Internationalisation 14 15
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Hafiz Zulkifly 16 Responsible Research and Innovation 17 18
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zulkifli Bin Hasan 19 Student Development and Community 20 Engagement
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23 CAMPUS DIRECTOR 24 25
Prof. Dr. Kamaruzzaman Bin Yunus 26 IIUM Kuantan Campus
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29 LEGAL ADVISER 30 31
YM Raja Badrol Hisham Raja Mohd. Ali 32 Office of the Legal Adviser
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35 EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS 36 37
Mdm. Fazidah Hj. Bakhtiar 38 Management Services Division 39 40
Dato’ Ahmad Zailan Shaari 41 Finance Division
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Dato’ Hj. Wan Mohd Hilmi Wan Kamal 44 Development Division
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DEANS OF KULLIYYAHS 48 49
Prof. Dr. Farid Sufian Bin Shuaib 50 Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws (AIKOL) 51 52
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gairuzazmi Mat Ghani 53 Economics and Management Sciences (KENMS) 54 55
Prof. Dr. Shukran Bin Abd Rahman
56 Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences 57 (KIRKHS)
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sany Izan Ihsan 60 Engineering (KoE)
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Prof. Dr. Jamalludin Bin Abdul Rahman 63 Medicine (KoM)
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jesni Shamsul 66 Science (KoS)
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Prof. Ar. Dr. Abdul Razak Sapian
69 Architecture and Environmental Design (KAED) 70 71
Dr. Juliana Bt. Md. Jaffri 72 Pharmacy (KoP) 73 74
Prof. Dr. Abdul Rahman Ahlan
75 Information and Communication Technology (KICT) 76 77
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmad Aidil Arafat Bin Dzulkarnain 78 Allied Health Sciences (KAHS)
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Dr. Muhammad Kamil Bin Che Hasan 81 Nursing (KoN)
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Prof. Dr. Zainul Ahmad Rajion 84 Dentistry (KoD)
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Dr. Mohd Azrul Azlean Bin Abd. Hamid 87 Languages and Management (KLM) 88 89
Prof. Dr. Noor Lide Bte. Abu Kassim 90 Education (KoED)
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Prof. Dr. Rusni Bt Hassan
IIUM Institute for Islamic Banking and Finance (IiBF) Prof. Dr. Hamzah Mohd. Salleh
International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART)
Prof. Dr. Berghout Abdelaziz
International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilization (ISTAC)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Badri Najib Bin Zubir
IIUM Academy of Graduate and Professional Studies (IIUM Academy)
Prof. Dr. Ida Madieha Bt. Abdul Ghani Azmi Centre for Postgraduate Studies (CPS) Tn. Hj. Murshid Bin Kassim Centre for Foundation Studies (CFS)
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Prof. Dr. Rusni Bt Hassan
IIUM Institute for Islamic Banking and Finance (IiBF) Prof. Dr. Hamzah Mohd. Salleh
International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART)
Prof. Dr. Berghout Abdelaziz
International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilization (ISTAC)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Badri Najib Bin Zubir
IIUM Academy of Graduate and Professional Studies (IIUM Academy)
Prof. Dr. Ida Madieha Bt. Abdul Ghani Azmi Centre for Postgraduate Studies (CPS) Tn. Hj. Murshid Bin Kassim Centre for Foundation Studies (CFS)
DIRECTORS
Prof. Dr. Amir Akramin Bin Shafie Research Management Centre (RMC) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mira Kartiwi
Centre for Professional Development (CPD) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Raihan Bin Othman Office of International Affairs (IO)
Prof. Dr. Dawood Abdulmalek Yahya al-Hidabi International Institute for Muslim Unity (IIMU) Prof. Dato’ Dr. Norbik Bashah Idris Chief Information Officer
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Norsaremah Salleh
IIUM Centre for Measurement, Evaluation and Testing (i-MET)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Akmal Khuzairy Abdul Rahman Centre for Islamisation (CENTRIS)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lihanna Borhan
Office of Knowledge for Change and Advancement (KCA)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haslina binti Hassan Academic Management and Admission Division (AMAD)
Assoc. Prof. Dato’ Dr. Mohamad Saufi Awang IIUM Medical Centre (IIUMC)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Khairul Azami Bin Sidek Office of Industrial Links (OIL)
Dr. Harmi Taazim Bin Mohammad
Office of Communication, Advocacy and Promotion for Change (OCAP)
Dr. Rustam Khairi Bin Zahari Development Division Dr. Mahyuddin Bin Daud Sport Development Centre (SDC)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zuraidah Br. Hj. Ali Harun M. Hashim Law Centre (HMHLC) Prof. Dato’ Dr. Mohamed Saufi Bin Awang Hospital, Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre (SASMEC)
Prof. Dr. Zamzuri Zakaria@Mohamad
Clinical, Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre (SASMEC) Dr. Rosnani Kassim
Centre for Languages and Pre-University Academic Development (CELPAD)
Dr. Muhammad Faris Bin Abdullah
Office for Strategy and Institutional Change (OSIC) Prof. Dr. Hassanuddeen Abd. Aziz
Graduate School Management (GSM) Assoc. Prof. LAr. Dr. Mohd. Ramzi Bin Mohd.
Hussain
Occupational Safety, Health and Built Environment (OSHBE)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sherliza Puat Nelson Risk Management Office
Mr. Mohd. Senu Bin Awang
Institute for Language Advancement (IFLA) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Roosfa Bin Hashim IIUM Press
Dr. Ros Aniza Bt. Mohd Shariff
Entrepreneurship Development Centre (EDC) Madam Mizan Bt. Muhammad
IIUM World Debate and Oratory Centre Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zainal Abidin Bin Sanusi Sejahtera Centre for Sustainability and Humanity Major Shahrizad Bt. Sa-Idul Haj
Office of the Director (CFS)
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CENTRE FOR FOUNDATION STUDIES INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA PROFILE
Established in July 1985, the Centre for Foundation Studies (formerly known as the Matriculation Centre), International Islamic University Malaysia, is a specially designed Centre to accommodate and prepare students for entrance to degree programmes offered at the University. At present, the Centre for Foundation Studies is situated in Gambang, Pahang
Objective and Philosophy
The objective of the Foundation Programme is to prepare candidates for admission into bachelor degree programmes at the University.
The philosophy of the International Islamic University Malaysia, which forms the basis of the Centre for Foundation Studies, is applicable to all Foundation Programmes. Hence, students are subject to the requirements of the University with respect to the implementation of the Islamic principles of education, values, and way of life that require the integration of the Islamic worldview and the Islamic code of conduct.
Programmes Offered and Degree Prospects
The University offers the following Programmes at the Centre for Foundation Studies, leading to bachelor degrees in the following areas of study:
1) Laws Programmes
a) Bachelor of Laws (Hons) – LL.B b) Bachelor of Laws (Shariah) (Hons) LLB.S 2) Economics and Management Science Programmes
a) Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) – (B.Acc.)
b) Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) – (BBA) c) Bachelor of Economics (Hons) – (B.Econs.)
d) Bachelor of Science (Islamic Finance) (Hons) – (B.Sc.IF) 3) Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Science Programmes
a) Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Fiqh and Usul al-Fiqh) (Hons) b) Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Qur’an and Sunnah Studies)
(Hons)
c) Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Usul al-Din and Comparative Religions) (Hons)
d) Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Arabic Language and Literature) (Hons)
e) Bachelor of Human Sciences (Communication) (Hons) f) Bachelor of Human Sciences (History and Civilisation) (Hons) g) Bachelor of Human Sciences (Political Science) (Hons) h) Bachelor of Human Sciences (Psychology) (Hons)
i) Bachelor of Human Sciences (Sociology and Anthropology) (Hons) j) Bachelor of Human Sciences (English Language and Literature) (Hons)
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a) Bachelor of Arts (English for International Communication) (Hons) b) Bachelor of Arts (Arabic for International Communication) (Hons) c) Bachelor of Arts (Malay for International Communication) (Hons) d) Bachelor of Arts (Tourism Planning and Hospitality Management) (Hons) 5) Medicine Programme
a) Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) 6) Engineering Programmes
a) Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics - Computer and Information) (Hons) b) Bachelor of Engineering (Manufacturing) (Hons)
c) Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics) (Hons) d) Bachelor of Engineering (Materials) (Hons) e) Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace) (Hons)
f) Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical - Automotive) (Hons) g) Bachelor of Engineering (Biochemical - Biotechnology) (Hons) h) Bachelor of Engineering (Communication) (Hons)
i) Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Hons) 7) Architecture and Environmental Design Programmes
a) Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Hons) b) Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons) c) Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Hons) d) Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies (Hons) e) Bachelor of Applied Arts and Design (Hons) 8) Biological Science Programmes
a) Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons)
b) Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Applied Plant Sciences) c) Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Marine Science and Technology) d) Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Applied Plant Sciences 9) Physical Science Programmes
a) Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Hons) b) Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry) (Hons) c) Bachelor of Science (Physics) (Hons)
10) Pharmacy Programme
a) Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)
11) Information and Communications Technology Programmes a) Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons)
b) Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)
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a) Bachelor of Audiology (Hons) b) Bachelor of Dietetics (Hons) c) Bachelor of Optometry (Hons)
d) Bachelor of Radiography and Diagnostic Imaging (Hons) e) Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons)
f) Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Hons) g) Bachelor of Pathology (Hons)
13) Nursing Programmes
a) Bachelor of Nursing (Hons)
14) Dentistry Programmes
a) Bachelor of Dental Surgery
15) Education Programmes
a) Bachelor of Education (Teaching English as a Second Language) (Hons) b) Bachelor of Education (Teaching Arabic as a Second Language) (Hons) c) Bachelor of Education (Guidance and Counselling) (Hons)
d) Bachelor of Education (Islamic Education) (Hons)
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ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE
The Foundation Programme is directly related to admission into the IIUM degree programmes, and it determines the qualities and character of candidates for such admission. Hence, the Centre is placed under general supervision of the IIUM Senate and subject to IIUM rules and regulations, and conforms to the educational philosophy of the IIUM.
Appointed by the Rector, the Dean of the Centre is the Administrative Head, who is responsible for the administration of the Centre (including the welfare and discipline of the staff and students), proper coordination of all courses offered by the respective Departments, as well as the safety and upkeep of all facilities of the Centre.
MOHD ZAHID RIDZUAN M.
ZULKIFLY
DEPUTY DIRECTOR INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER
LAr. SAMSUL ROHIZAD M JEMONER DEPUTY DIRECTOR FPHYSICAL
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT FADZIL BIN NUMMAN
DEPUTY DIRECTOR ADIMINISTRATION AND HUMAN
RESOURCE MURSHID BIN KASSIM
DEAN
TAIFUNISYAM BIN TAIB DEPUTY DEAN STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SHAHRIZAD BT. SA-IDUL HAJ
DIRECTOR (ADMINISTRATION)
IZDIHAR BIN ISHAK DEPUTY DEAN ACADEMIC AND
INTERNATIONALISATION
MOHAMAD AZMI SULONG ACAD. EXEC. MANAGER, ACADEMY
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AED Architecture and Environmental Design ENMS Economics and Management Sciences ICT Information and Communication
Technology
IRK Islamic Revealed Knowledge LMD Language Management Department
DR. SITI FATHIMAH ;PUTERY JEMAIN CHEMISTRY
MOHD. NORHAEDIR IDRIS ICT
KAZZMAN KAMARUZZAMAN MOHD NAZIM MAT NAWI IRK
MATHEMATICS DR. MAZNI MOHD NOOR PHYSICS
HEADS OF DEPARTMENT
MOHD RAFAEI MOHD BASRI AED KAMARIL AZLAN TERUK
BIOLOGY
AHMAD RAUYANI AB. HAMID LMD
AFIFAH MOHD. HUSIN ENMS FARAHIZAH AB. JALAL BEKRI
LEGAL STUDIES MUHMMAD BAHARI AB JABBAR QURANIC LANGUAGE NUR SYAHIRAH BINTI SHUHAIMI
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
ASMIZA BINTI SHAMSHI HUMAN SCIENCES
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COORDINATORS
ASYRAF SAHIR MOHD NAJIB Continuous Professional Development
AZYRIL ISKANDAR ABDULLAH Academic Coaching & Enhancement
ABDUL HADI ABDUL RAHIM Tahfiz Cert. Prog. Jakim - IIUM
WAN RADZIAH WAN ABDULLAH Islamic and Human Knowledge
ABDUL RAHMAN REJAB Centre for Arts & Cultural Dev.
JEFRI KHAIRIL BIN ZABRI IIUM World Debate Oratory
SHAMSUDDIN ABDULLAH Acad. Quality & Industrial Linkages
MUHAMMAD SYAUKAT MUSTAFA KAMAL Educational Tech. and Computer
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OFFICERS OF THE CENTRE FOR FOUNDATION STUDIES
DEAN
Tn. Hj. Murshid B. Kassim, LL.B (Hons), LL.B (Syariah)(Hons) (IIUM) DIRECTOR
Major Shahrizad bt. Sa-idul Haj, Major (H), Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), B. Mass Comm.
(Hons), USM, M. Corp. Comm., UPM
DEPUTY DEAN
Office of the Deputy Dean, Academic and Internationalisation Br. Izdihar Ishak, B. Sc. (Hons), M.Sc. (UM)
Office of the Deputy Dean, Student Development and Community Engagement Br. Taifunisyam B. Taib, B. Sc. Ed. (Hons), M.Sc. (UM)
DEPUTY DIRECTOR
Administrative and Human Resource
Br. Fadzil bin Jumman B.(Hons) Sosiology & Antropology USM, M.Information Mgmt (UiTM) Information and Communications Technology
Mohd Zahid Ridzuan b Mohd Zulkifly, B.Sc. Physics (UiTM) Physical Development Department
LAr. Samsul Rohaizad Mohd. Jemoner, Dip. Landscape Design, UiTM B. Landscape Architecture (Hons), UTM, MSc. Geographical Information Science, UiTM
DEPUTY FINANCE DIRECTOR
Br. Zulkapri Bin Ahmad, Diploma in Accountancy UiTM HEADS OF DEPARTMENT
Department of Biology
Mdm. Kamaril Azlah Bte. Teruk, Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Biology), UPM Department of Chemistry
Dr. Siti Fathimah Putery Binti Jemain, B.Sc (Hons) (Biochem & Microb), MSc (Mol. Biol) UPM, PhD (Eng) IIUM.
Department of Physics
Dr Mazni bt Mohd Noor, BSc Hons. (Physics)(UM),
MSc (Energy Technology) (UKM), PhD (Advanced Material) (UM) Department of Mathematics
Br. Mohd Nazim Bin Mat Nawi, B. Mathematical Science, IIUM Department of Information and Communications Technology
Br. Mohd. Norhaedir Bin Idris, BSc Information Technology (Hons.) (UM)
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Br. Mohd Rafaei Bin Mohd Basri, B. Sc. (Hons) in Architectural Studies (IIUM) Department of Islamic Revealed Knowledge
Br. Kazzman Bin Kamaruzzaman, Diploma Tahfiz al-Qur’an wa al- Qira’at, Darul Quran JAKIM B.A. Qur’an and Sunnah (Hons), IIUM, M.A. Qur’an and Sunnah, IIUM
Department of Legal Studies
Mdm. Farahizah Binti Ab. Jalal Bekri, LL.B (Hons) IIUM, Master of Comparative Laws (IIUM) Department of Economics and Management Sciences
Mdm. Afifah Binti Mohd Husin, B.Econs (Hons), M.Econs (IIUM) Department of Human Sciences
Mdm. Asmiza binti Shamshi, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Human Sciences (Psychology)(……) Department of English Language
Mdm. Nur Syahirah Binti Shuhaimi, English language Literature, Bachelor Degree IIUM Department of Qur’anic Language
Br. Muhammad Bahari Bin AB Jabbar, Bachelor Sastera Bahasa Arab (UPM),Master Sastera Bahasa Arab (UPM)
Department of Language Management
Br. Ahmad Rauyani Ahmad M.A (Teaching English for Specific Purposes) , B (English Language And Literature), Dip. of Al-Quran, Jakim
COUNSELLORS
Br. Hairunnaja bin Haji Najmuddin, M.Sc (Guidance & Counseling) UPM, B.Social. Sc (Hons) (Psychology)(UKM), B. Usuluddin (Hons) (UM), Dip. Of Edu. (KPLI) (MPI)
Mdm. Asniza binti Mamat, B.Human Sciences (Psychology) (Hons) (IIUM)
LIBRARIAN
Mdm. Sahaniza binti Ibrahim, Master in Library & Information Science (MLIS, IIUM), Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge & Heritage (IRKH (Hons) (IIUM)
ADMINISTRATION
OFFICE OF THE DEAN
NOREHA LOKMAN SECRETARY MURSHID BIN KASSIM
DEAN
Centre for Foundation Studies was established back in 1985. The first campus was in Subang Jaya,
then moved to Lembah Pantai, Petaling Jaya, a brief stint at Nilai, Negeri Sembilan and Gombak, and
finally in Gambang, Pahang in 2019.From only offering Economics and IRKHS foundation courses, we now have more than 20 programmes. CFS is the Centre of choice for students who wish to excel internationally and globally.
Besides, the curriculum is designed with holistic approached imbued with Islamic Knowledge.
CFS IIUM embraces the Sejahtera Academic Framework that encompasses all elements related to the management of academic programmes, institution and more. The main agenda of IIUM is to create changes in life through education.
The Dean’s Office is the highest approval authority at the Centre. The Dean normally chairs all the
meeting at the Centre, however, the Director (Administration) will govern matters related to administrative matters.
The Centre is well equipped with its own mosque, function halls, lecture halls, auditorium, examination hall, seminar room, classes, studios, laboratory, main library, hostels, dining halls, stadium, gymnasium and multipurpose court. At the heart of the complex is the Student’s Centre that houses cafeteria and IIUM Health and Wellness Centre.
OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR
The Office of the Director led by the Director is responsible to ensure smooth operation of Human Resource,
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Facilities & Amenities, Finance, Information Technology (IT), Office Safety and Health (OSH), Quality Assurance, Mosque Administration, as well as Transportation and Auxiliary Services of CFS.
The Office of the Director comprises the followings:
1. Human Resource Department (HRD) 2. Corporate and Strategic Department (CSD)
3. Finance Department (FD)
4. Facilities Services Department (FSD) 5. Spiritual Development Department (SDD) 6. Information and Technology Department (ITD) 7. Physical Development Department (PDD)
MOHD SHARIF HASHIM ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
SDD LAr. SAMSUL ROHAIZAD
DEPUTY DIRECTOR PDD
ZULKAPRI AHMAD DEPUTY DIRECTOR
FD FADZIL JUMMAN
DEPUTY DIRECTOR CSD
MOHD ZAHID RIDZUAN DEPUTY DIRECTOR
ITD
ROSFARIZA MOHD FADZIL SECRETARY SHAHRIZAD SA-IDUL HAJ
DIRECTOR
NAJWA MOHAMAD YUSOF ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
HRD SUHAIMI LONG
SEN. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FSD
AHMAD MUAZ ZAKARIA ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
CSD
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18 ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
1. HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT (HRD)
The unit is responsible to ensure that the Centre is managed strategically according to the University and to provide a conducive environment for teaching and learning for both staff and students. The unit will also ensure that the Centre complies with the ISO, Risk Management, OSHBE and other related certifications, and provides continual improvement and quality services to its customer. Besides, it also assists the Centre by facilitating nomination process, as well as the appointment of the management of the Centre.
This unit is responsible to provide assistance to all staff concerning Human Resource Management, Human Resources Development and Corporate Services. The unit also ensures the Centre is following the policies, guidelines and related strategies imbued by the University in order to meet the needs, interests, expectations, and aspirations of individuals and communities alike.
2. CORPORATE AND STRATEGIC DEPARTMENT (CSD)
This unit has been entrusted with the responsibility of handling matters pertaining to the public relations of the Centre for Foundation Studies. Among the services rendered are providing publicity for the Centre, receiving visitors, dealing and coordinating with the mass media, preparing printing materials such as pamphlets, folders, markers and posters, preparing materials for exhibitions, expos, and outreach programmes, as well as amassing newspaper articles on the IIUM and educational materials.
3. FACILITIES SERVICES DEPARTMENT (FSD)
The Services Unit is responsible for supervising and monitoring support services provided to the community of the Centre for Foundation Studies. The unit also supervises and monitors university vehicles, public address systems and telecommunication systems.
i) Maintenance Unit
Maintenance Unit is responsible for the development and maintenance of academic buildings, halls and lecture rooms, student residential (Mahallah), administrative buildings as well as in providing conducive environment, surrounding campus facilities.
Among jobs of this unit are:
Classroom booking for teaching and learning
Maintenance of all facilities provided by the University
Assets management of University
ii) University Vehicles
This unit is responsible for supervising and monitoring the movement and maintenance of university vehicles. It cooperates with the Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ), PUSPAKOM, and the LPKP in
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the renewal of road tax and permits. It is also in charge of the booking of university vehicles for students and staff of the University for all programmes organised by the Centre.
iii) Public Address System (PA System)
The unit ensures that the Public Address System (PA system) in the administration buildings and Mahallah are in good working condition. It handles the booking of the Public Address System i.e., microphones and loudspeakers for programmes organised by students, staff, and the public. This also includes University off-campus programmes.
20 4. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
The Finance Department of the Centre for Foundation Studies is an extension of the Main Campus Finance Division. It is specially designed to cater to Foundation students’ needs.
The Finance Department involves in:
1. Planning the framework of the financial system at the Centre for Foundation Studies.
2. Analysing and evaluating financial information and determining implementation within the framework of budget and cost savings.
3. Developing financial information systems in order to ensure that the information is accurate, up- to-date and easily assessed.
4. Organising and arranging the Centre’s funds in acquiring assets and ensuring internal controls within the Department and throughout the Centre.
In line with IIUM’s Quality Policy, the Finance Department adheres to the Mission Statement of the Finance Division, thereby offering quality financial services which aim at customer satisfaction. The management and staff are committed to a quality management system based on ISO 9001:2015 requirements to ensure customer satisfaction and continual service improvement.
CODE UPU ARTS UPU
CODE SCIENCE
Y0600 Foundation of Laws Y0031 Foundation of Nursing
Y0151 Foundation of Arabic (BAR) Y0080 Foundation of Medicine Y0150 Foundation of English (BEN) Y0070 Foundation of Dentistry Y0140 Foundation of Human Sciences
1. Foundation of Tourism Planning &
Hospitalization Management 2. Foundation of Arabic Communication 3. Foundation of English Communication 4. Foundation of Malay Communication
Y0060 Foundation of Pharmacy
Y0707 Foundation of Islamic Revealed Knowledge Y0020 Foundation of Physical Science Y0200 Foundation of Economics and Management Y0010 Foundation of Biological
Science
Y0030 Foundation of Allied Health Science
Y0300 Foundation of Architecture and Environmental Design
21 Fees and Charges
Students who are entitled for KPT Bantuan Asasi, the programme related fees will be deducted from the scholarship each semester. Students whose parents with household income above RM10,000 are required to settle the programme related fees thirty (30) days before each final semester examination.
Payment can be made by depositing into the University’s account at any Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad (BMMB) branch counter at the following account number:
The fee structure is as attached.
ITEMS ENTRANCE FEE
(Once)
RM 470.00 (Arts) RM 550.00 (Science)
This Entrance Fee is COMPULSORY and to be paid before the registration day
ITEMS SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3
PROGRAMME
RELATED RM 701.00 RM 701.00 RM 701.00
TOTAL RM 701.00 (Arts)
RM 701.00 (Science) RM 701.00 (Arts)
RM 701.00 (Science) RM 701.00 (Arts) RM 701.00 (Science)
Only cash payment through bank counter is acceptable. Any mode of payment via Cash Deposit Machine (CDM), Auto-Teller Machine (ATM) Transfer, Online Banking and Cheque are not allowed.
You are required to bring along related receipts / documents / original copy of bank-in slip (CFS IIUM copy) as proof of your payment during the Registration Day. If fail to submit, it is assumed that no payment has been made.
NOTE:
Students are required to open a Savings Account at any branch of Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad (BMMB) (Applicable to KPTM Scholars only).
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22 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT (ITD)
Information Technology Department strives to provide various IT facilities and services for better teaching and learning achievements to the community of Centre for Foundation Studies, IIUM by focusing on the students, academicians and administrative staff. ITD staff are divided into Infrastructure Technology Unit and System Support Development Unit with the supervision of Deputy Dean of ITD.
This department identifies, plans, implements, supports and maintains IT projects in Gambang Campus. These include identifying ICT requirements, networking, telecommunication, wireless services and system developments for the Centre.
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Information Technology Department enables students to have access to:
An email accounts
Online services provided through the university portal
Wireless services (WiFi)
ICT computer laboratory
Variety of software provided by the university Available online services are:
Student PIN/Password
Student Information System
i-Ma’luum Student Portal
i’Taleem
Student Feedback Survey (SFS)
MySMS
ITD Service Desk
ITD provides a counter known as Front-Desk Support or ITD Service Desk at ITD offices on weekdays to assist students on ICT related problems. The ITD offices are located at the first floor of Administration Building, Gambang Campus.
Students are welcome to submit request, inquiries, or complaints on ICT related problems via:
Phone: 09 518 3435 or Email: servicedeskcfs@iium.edu.my
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Information Technology Department enables students to have access to:
An email accounts
Online services provided through the university portal
Wireless services (WiFi)
ICT computer laboratory
Variety of software provided by the university Available online services are:
Student PIN/Password
Student Information System
i-Ma’luum Student Portal
i’Taleem
Student Feedback Survey (SFS)
MySMS
ITD Service Desk
ITD provides a counter known as Front-Desk Support or ITD Service Desk at ITD offices on weekdays to assist students on ICT related problems. The ITD offices are located at the first floor of Administration Building, Gambang Campus.
Students are welcome to submit request, inquiries, or complaints on ICT related problems via:
Phone: 09 518 3435 or Email: servicedeskcfs@iium.edu.my
24 MASJID CFS
Masjid CFS is located at the Centre for Foundation Studies (CFS), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Gambang Campus. It has been in operation since June 2019. The mosque is led by the Deputy Director of Masjid CFS IIUM, who is assisted by Assistant Religious Officers, Administration Assistants, volunteers from academic & administrative staff and Imaratul Masjid Group (i-Masjid). The management of the mosque and its related activities are handled by the Imam Unit, Training Unit and Administration Unit, where they organise events and programmes for IIUM Community and the community around CFS IIUM.
VISION & MISSION Vision
To become a centre of excellence for the Tarbiyyah Ruhiyyah, in line with the IIUM’s Vision and Mission.
Mission
To carry out Tarbiyyah Ruhiyyah programmes and services for spiritual enlightenment of IIUM community as well as mosque management in order to achieve the IIUM’s Vision and Mission.
25 UNITS AND FUNCTIONS
IMARATUL MASJID GROUP (i-Masjid)
IMARATUL MASJID GROUP is a volunteering-based group established under the Office of Masjid
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CFS that encourages CFS IIUM students’ participation in volunteering services in Masjid CFS. It is a platform for IIUM Community to contribute by assisting the Masjid CFS in its programmes and activities.
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ACADEMIC SERVICES
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OFFICE OF DEPUTY DEAN
ACADEMIC AND INTERNATIONALISATION (ODDAI)
Academic policies and procedures to create a conducive, efficient, and effective administrative environment for students in their quest for knowledge.
IZDIHAR BIN ISHAK DEPUTY DEAN
ZAIDA BINTI MAMAT SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASST/PA
MOHD SUFIE BIN ABDUL RAZAK SENIOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
MUHAMMAD HAFIZ BIN HASHIM ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
REGISTRATION, SCHEDULING
AND MONITORING EXAMINATION AND
GRADUATING
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Mohd Sufie Bin Abdul Razak Senior Assistant Director Tel. Ext: 3438
Muhammad Hafiz Bin Hashim Assistant Director
Tel. Ext: 3437 Nuratikah Binti Nordin Asst. Administrative Officer Tel Ext: 2520
Muhammad Harun Bin Othman Administrative Officer Tel Ext: 2519 Zaida binti Mamat
Senior Administrative Assistant Tel Ext: 3439
Mohd Hasbullah bin Mohd Fauzi Administrative Assistant Tel Ext: 2522
Harul Azizi bin Mokhtar Administrative Assistant Tel Ext: 2524
Norsadida binti Mhd Azhan Administrative Assistant Tel Ext: 2528
Nurul Wahidah binti Abd. Hamid Administrative Assistant Tel Ext: 2525
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1. COLLABORATION IIUM-JAKIM DARUL QURAN PROGRAM (INDUSTRIAL LINKAGES)
INTRODUCTION
The Tahfiz Al-Qur’an Certificate Programme has jointly been conducted by JAKIM and the International Islamic University Malaysia since 2000. The sessions are conducted at Darul Qur’an (previously known as Institut Pengajian Tahfiz Al-Qur’an, JAKIM) in Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selangor, and later followed by a foundation programme at the IIUM Centre for Foundation Studies.
The first intake in 2000 consisted of seven students from the IIUM Centre for Foundation Studies. In 2001, the intake increased to fourteen students from various religious schools in Klang Valley. The intake in 2017 further rose to 143 and this trend is expected to continue in the coming years.
Since the programme was introduced, the number of tahfiz students has increased to over 1600 students.
This number indicates the overwhelming support from the public. The University has been sending CELPAD lecturers to Darul Qur’an to teach English and Arabic language courses.
Currently, there are around 120 students enrolled in the Foundation programme at the Centre for Foundation Studies. In order to maintain their memorisation, the Tahfiz Unit under the office of Deputy Dean, Academic and Industrial Linkages has introduced and organised a “Tarsikh Programme” which is conducted for four hours per week.
OBJECTIVES
1. To contribute to the integration of knowledge with other disciplines. This is a necessary step towards producing professionals and intellectuals with high moral standards in line with the needs of the Ummah and nation.
2. To provide a platform for nurturing intellectuals who are capable of capturing the glorious treasures of Islamic intellectual heritage.
PHILOSOPHY
Based on the Quranic principle of Tawhid, the education process is aimed at molding the younger generation to become pious and God-fearing individuals, who are fully aware of their duties and responsibilities towards the Creator.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
The selection committee consists of members from both Darul Qur’an, JAKIM and the International Islamic University. The selection process gives priority to students with good academic standing from the science stream. Particular attention is paid to those from religious and Arabic schools with outstanding performance in the SPM examinations. Students will be assessed according to their abilities in the following areas:
1. The demonstrated ability to memorize the Qur’an 2. General attitude and character
3. Performance in co-curriculum activities 4. Psychometric test
5. Other relevant qualities
Successful applicants are offered admission to the programme which usually commences in June every year. The programme shall continue until the month of June in the following year. Upon completion of
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the twelve- month programme, students who satisfy all the requirements will be given the opportunity to further their studies at the IIUM Centre for Foundation Studies.
BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAMME
The programme is designed to produce graduates with high moral values who will be role models in society.
Students who successfully memorise the Qur’an will enhance their intellectual capacity with the knowledge and guidance from the Al-Qur’an.
The Tahfiz Al-Qur’an certificate programme will enable graduates from various science disciplines to enhance their sense of professionalism while serving the community.
Students at Darul Qur’an and IIUM will also benefit through the programme of Halaqah in which they assume the roles of Naqib/Naqibah, and Mushrif/Mushrifah. This is a compulsory co- curricular activity for all students at the Centre.
Students who have memorised the Al-Qur’an will also be able to assist others who may need help in learning Tilawah Al-Qur’an, and also to guide those who may wish to memorise Al- Qur’an.
PROGRAMMES OFFERED AT THE IIUM CENTRE FOR FOUNDATION STUDIES Qualified candidates who meet the University’s requirements for admission into foundation studies may be offered the opportunity to join any of the following programmes at the IIUM Centre for Foundation Studies.
Allied Health Sciences
Arabic
Arabic for International Communication
Architecture and Environmental Design
Biological Sciences
Dentistry
Economics and Management Sciences
Engineering
English
English for International Communication
Human Sciences
Information and Communications Technology
Islamic Revealed Knowledge
Laws
Malay for International Communication
Medicine
Nursing
Physical Sciences
Pharmacy
Tourism Planning and Hospitality Management
2. REGISTRATION, SCHEDULING AND MONITORING UNIT 2.1 Full Credit-Hour System
Since Semester I, 1990/91, the full Credit-Hour System has been instituted. The system requires students to play a more active role in deciding how they should go about completing the required courses for a particular programme with the guidance of an
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The objectives of the system include paying greater attention to individual needs, avenues, and an appropriate atmosphere in the learning process. The system also provides realistic and practical educational training, which recognises the realities and caters to the demands of the Muslim community and the professional world.
2.2 Curriculum Structure
The Foundation Programme normally can be completed in a period of one year (three semesters). The curriculum is designed to enable intellectual and academic upgrades of candidates before they gain entry into any of the degree programmes of the University.
The Foundation Programme is supportive of the first- year courses of the degree programmes. The curriculum, therefore, has relevance to these courses, with contents to be determined by the respective Kulliyyahs.
The curriculum in the Foundation Programme has the following categories of courses:
i) University Required Courses These consist of the following:
a) Courses in Islamic Studies (RKA) b) Courses in Arabic Language (LQM) c) Courses in English Language (LEM) d) Computer Course(s) (ICT)
The English and Arabic Language courses of the Foundation Programme are designed to equip students with the necessary skills to enable them to embark confidently on the University’s degree programmes that require the use of both English and Arabic languages. To gain entry to the Kulliyyah, students must achieve a specific language requirement of the respective Kulliyyah.
Courses in Islamic Studies are offered to students of all programmes to further enhance their knowledge and understanding of basic fundamental knowledge in Islam. Students will also be exposed to other religions and belief systems in Malaysia with the purpose of instilling tolerance towards other religions in the contemporary world.
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academic advisor.
The objectives of the system include paying greater attention to individual needs, avenues, and an appropriate atmosphere in the learning process. The system also provides realistic and practical educational training, which recognises the realities and caters to the demands of the Muslim community and the professional world.
2.2 Curriculum Structure
The Foundation Programme normally can be completed in a period of one year (three semesters). The curriculum is designed to enable intellectual and academic upgrades of candidates before they gain entry into any of the degree programmes of the University.
The Foundation Programme is supportive of the first- year courses of the degree programmes. The curriculum, therefore, has relevance to these courses, with contents to be determined by the respective Kulliyyahs.
The curriculum in the Foundation Programme has the following categories of courses:
i) University Required Courses These consist of the following:
a) Courses in Islamic Studies (RKA) b) Courses in Arabic Language (LQM) c) Courses in English Language (LEM) d) Computer Course(s) (ICT)
The English and Arabic Language courses of the Foundation Programme are designed to equip students with the necessary skills to enable them to embark confidently on the University’s degree programmes that require the use of both English and Arabic languages. To gain entry to the Kulliyyah, students must achieve a specific language requirement of the respective Kulliyyah.
Courses in Islamic Studies are offered to students of all programmes to further enhance their knowledge and understanding of basic fundamental knowledge in Islam. Students will also be exposed to other religions and belief systems in Malaysia with the purpose of instilling tolerance towards other religions in the contemporary world.
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The Computer course(s) prepares students with the basic skills to undertake studies at the tertiary level using the latest IT technology.
ii) Kulliyyah Required Courses
These shall be determined and offered by the respective academic department and are designed to provide students with the necessary academic basis for admission into a specific academic programme at degree level at the University.
To gain entry to the Kulliyyah, students must achieve a specific CGPA entry requirement.
2.3 Registration of Courses
A student shall be registered for courses every semester until graduation requirements are fulfilled.
2.5 Late Registration
Late registration will be imposed after Week 2 of a regular semester and Week 1 of the short semester. A student who is unable to provide a valid reason for late registration will be penalised and need to pay a compound of RM 20.00 and an additional RM5.00 for each subsequent day (a maximum RM50.00).
2.6 Schedule Adjustment (Add/Drop)
The period for schedule adjustment, more commonly known as the add/drop exercise, commences on the first day of the semester and lasts for three (3) days.
During the add /drop period, students may do the following:
a) Add course(s)
b) Drop course(s) - no record of the dropped courses will appear on student’s official transcript
c) Register for course(s) on audit status
Any changes made during this period require the recommendation of the Academic Advisor and/or the Head of Department. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that such changes are completed before the add/drop period ends.
2.7 Auditing Courses
Auditing a course requires the permission of the Head of the Department and approval of the respective Deputy Deans of Arts / Sciences Programmes. An audit student receives no credit for the course. He or she is not required to sit for the end-of-semester examination but must satisfy the attendance requirement; otherwise an “F” grade will be recorded and computed in the CGPA. An audit course will be recorded on the student’s transcript with the course grade “AU” but does not affect the student’s grade point average.
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A student is allowed to withdraw from a course from the third (3rd) week until the eighth (8th) week of a semester.
The new total academic load of the student shall not fall below the minimum academic load requirement if the course is withdrawn unless approved by the Dean of the Centre.
No withdrawal application shall be entertained after the eighth (8th) week of a semester unless with the approval from the Dean of the Centre.
A “W” grade shall be assigned to course/s that are withdrawn.
2.9 Academic Workload
A student may carry more than the maximum academic load with valid reasons subject to the approval of the Dean of Centre.
2.10 Exemption
Subject to specific approval from the Deputy Dean of Academic and Industrial Linkages, a student may be exempted from a language proficiency course or courses after passing the exemption test conducted by the Centre. Students may graduate with credit hours, which exclude the credits for the exempted course(s).
2.11 Continuous Enrolment
Upon entering a Foundation Programme, throughout each semester, students are expected to be continuously enrolled and actively fulfilling the requirements of the programme curriculum. Should a student discontinue the enrolment for one or more semesters without any formal leave of absence, he/she must apply for acceptance for re- admission at the Centre before he/she can be allowed to proceed with his/her studies.
(This is not applicable to the short semester.) 2.12 Optional Courses
Students who have completed all the Foundation Programme requirements are not allowed to register for optional courses in the final semester to improve their CGPA.
(This is also applicable to the short semester.)
However, the rule is not applicable to Law students who opt to take higher levels of Arabic Language with the intention of specialising in LLB (Shariah). Once a student opts for an optional course(s), he/she must complete the course(s) with a minimum of C grade.
Failing an optional course(s) will require the student to repeat/resit and pass the course(s).
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A student is allowed to withdraw from a course from the third (3rd) week until the eighth (8th) week of a semester.
The new total academic load of the student shall not fall below the minimum academic load requirement if the course is withdrawn unless approved by the Dean of the Centre.
No withdrawal application shall be entertained after the eighth (8th) week of a semester unless with the approval from the Dean of the Centre.
A “W” grade shall be assigned to course/s that are withdrawn.
2.9 Academic Workload
A student may carry more than the maximum academic load with valid reasons subject to the approval of the Dean of Centre.
2.10 Exemption
Subject to specific approval from the Deputy Dean of Academic and Industrial Linkages, a student may be exempted from a language proficiency course or courses after passing the exemption test conducted by the Centre. Students may graduate with credit hours, which exclude the credits for the exempted course(s).
2.11 Continuous Enrolment
Upon entering a Foundation Programme, throughout each semester, students are expected to be continuously enrolled and actively fulfilling the requirements of the programme curriculum. Should a student discontinue the enrolment for one or more semesters without any formal leave of absence, he/she must apply for acceptance for re- admission at the Centre before he/she can be allowed to proceed with his/her studies.
(This is not applicable to the short semester.) 2.12 Optional Courses
Students who have completed all the Foundation Programme requirements are not allowed to register for optional courses in the final semester to improve their CGPA.
(This is also applicable to the short semester.)
However, the rule is not applicable to Law students who opt to take higher levels of Arabic Language with the intention of specialising in LLB (Shariah). Once a student opts for an optional course(s), he/she must complete the course(s) with a minimum of C grade.
Failing an optional course(s) will require the student to repeat/resit and pass the course(s).
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Each student will receive advice from an academic advisor from within the department who will provide him/her with timely information about programme requirements and Centre policies and procedures. An advisor will assist a student in selecting courses each semester in accordance with the student’s ability and academic progress. A student should maintain close contact with his/her academic advisor throughout the semester.
2.14 Responsibility for Students’ Academic Progress
Each student is expected to be aware of the requirements of his/her Foundation Programme and of his/her own progress in fulfilling them. To do so, he/she needs to constantly seek advice from his/her academic advisor.
3. EXAMINATION AND GRADUATING UNIT 3.1 Barring from examination
1) A student may be barred from an examination if
a) he/she has failed to meet any of the requirements of entry to an examination. In such case, the student may be given the chance to submit an appeal.
b) He/she has committed a breach of regulations at the Centre.
2) Barring of students from an examination shall be
a) the authority of the Dean/Deputy Dean of the Centre for Foundation Studies upon recommendation by the lecturer and supported by the Head of Department in cases of unsatisfactory attendance.
i) Recommendation is based on procedures as prescribed below:
If any student has been absent for at least 10 % of his/her total lectures during the semester, a warning letter should be issued to the student.
A copy of this warning letter explaining the consequences of being absent shall be sent to the office of the respective Deputy Deans, Deputy Dean of Residential Management and Discipline Department, the Head of Department, the Counselor and the student’s file. A letter will be sent to the parents notifying them of the student’s absenteeism.
ii) When a student has been absent for at least 20% of the total lectures, he/she should be informed that he/she will be barred from the forthcoming end-of-semester examination of the course.
A copy of this letter shall be sent to the Dean of the Centre for Foundation Studies, the respective Deputy Deans, Deputy Dean of Residential Management and Discipline, the Head of Department, the Counselor and the student’s parents. If the
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student wishes to submit an appeal, he/she can write to the Dean of the Centre for Foundation Studies explaining his/her reasons for the absence.
3.2 Graduation Requirement 1) Programme of Studies
Every student admitted to the Centre must follow a specific programme of studies offered by his/her respective department.
Minimum study period
The minimum number of semesters for any student to complete a foundation programme at the Centre is three (3) semesters.
Maximum study period
The maximum number of semesters for any student to complete a foundation programme at the Centre is six (6) semesters, excluding leave of absence.
2) Candidates for graduation
A student who has registered all the courses as prescribed in the programme, is considered as a candidate for graduation and shall register for graduation at the Centre in the final semester.
3) Minimum Graduation Requirement
(1) Every foundation programme is directly under the responsibility of the Centre and the completion of each programme rests on the evaluation and recommendation of the Centre to the Senate.
(2) A graduating student is required to have fulfilled the following:
(a) passed all required courses taken as prescribed in the programme curriculum;
(b) achieved an academic standing with a CGPA of at least 2.00; and (c) fulfilled other prescribed Centre requirements.
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student wishes to submit an appeal, he/she can write to the Dean of the Centre for Foundation Studies explaining his/her reasons for the absence.
3.2 Graduation Requirement 1) Programme of Studies
Every student admitted to the Centre must follow a specific programme of studies offered by his/her respective department.
Minimum study period
The minimum number of semesters for any student to complete a foundation programme at the Centre is three (3) semesters.
Maximum study period
The maximum number of semesters for any student to complete a foundation programme at the Centre is six (6) semesters, excluding leave of absence.
2) Candidates for graduation
A student who has registered all the courses as prescribed in the programme, is considered as a candidate for graduation and shall register for graduation at the Centre in the final semester.
3) Minimum Graduation Requirement
(1) Every foundation programme is directly under the responsibility of the Centre and the completion of each programme rests on the evaluation and recommendation of the Centre to the Senate.
(2) A graduating student is required to have fulfilled the following:
(a) passed all required courses taken as prescribed in the programme curriculum;
(b) achieved an academic standing with a CGPA of at least 2.00; and (c) fulfilled other prescribed Centre requirements.
