PUBLIC UNIVERSITY
ADMISSION
through
DIRECT INTAKE
2026/ 2027
ACADEMIC SESSION
FOUNDATION
& DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
Exclusively offered through Direct Intake
Public universities are now opening direct entry routes to the university through special channels aimed at providing other alternatives, especially for students pursuing their studies at the Foundation, Diploma or Bachelor's degree level.
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The Direct Intake is a great optional route and a worthwhile investment as many students have already enjoyed the opportunity to pursue their dream programme with a brighter career prospects.
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​Less Competition
You will have greater chances to enrol for programme of your choice as you do not have to compete for the programme and university through UPUOnline. This is mainly because there are many outstanding candidates applying and competing especially for popular programmes eg: Law, Engineering, Computer Science and others.
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No "Merit" Requirement for Entry
Unlike UPU, the application through the Direct Intake does not require the consideration of the applicant's merit points as a prerequisite for admission. Students only need to meet the minimum entry requirements of the programme as set by the respective university.
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Direct Offer from the University
Applicants will receive an offer directly from the university if they meet the set admission requirements and will follow the same programme and enjoy all facilities as other students who receive an offer through UPU.
Advantages of Direct Intake
CHOOSE YOUR PREFERRED UNIVERSITY & PROGRAMME
UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA
DIPLOMA
Open to SPM/ O Level/ SVM/ SKM Level 3)/ SKK Level 3) and Certificate (Level 3) holder
Intake:
NOVEMBER 2026
OPEN FOR APPLICATION
Application
Dateline:
31 Oct 2026
PROGRAMME OFFERED
LOCATION
Diploma in Electronic Engineering
Diploma in Computer Science
Diploma in Technology Management
Diploma in Accounting
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
KL
KL
KL
KL
JB
UNIVERSITI MALAYSIA PAHANG
AL-SULTAN ABDULLAH
Open to SPM/ IGCSE holder
FOUNDATION & DIPLOMA
Intake:
NOVEMBER 2026
OPEN FOR APPLICATION
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Foundation in Science and Technology
Location: UMPSA The Ship, Penang Campus
UNIVERSITI MALAYSIA TERENGGANU
FOUNDATION
Open to SPM (STEM A, B & KSI) / IGCSE holder
Intake:
AUGUST 2026
APPLICATION CLOSED
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STEM Foundation (Pre-University)
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1-year foundation pathway into STEM/ Social Sciences degrees
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Affordable tuition fees & scholarships available
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Experience an exclusive marine excursion in Terengganu
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Soft-skill-enhancing programmes for students’ development
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Internationally recognised curriculum
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Direct entry into degree programmes at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT)
Location: UMT Petaling Jaya Learning Centre
INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
FOUNDATION
Open to SPM/ IGCSE holder
Intake:
OCTOBER 2026
APPLICATION CLOSED
IIUM Gombak Campus:
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Foundation in Law (based on seat availability)
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Foundation in Human Sciences
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Foundation in Economics &
Management Sciences
IIUM Kuantan Campus:
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​​​Foundation in Arabic Language
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Foundation in English Language
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Foundation in English for International Communication
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Foundation in Arabic for International Communication
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Foundation in Malay for International Communication
IIUM Gambang Campus:
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​​​Foundation in Engineering
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Foundation in Computer Science
UNIVERSITI KEBANGSAAN MALAYSIA
PRE-UNIVERSITY
Open to SPM / IGCSE holder
Intake:
AUGUST 2026
APPLICATION CLOSED
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ASASIpintar (Pre-University)
UNIVERSITI TEKNIKAL MALAYSIA, MELAKA (UTeM)
DIPLOMA
Open to SPM holder
Intake:
JULY 2026
APPLICATION CLOSED
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Diploma in Electrical Engineering
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Diploma in Electronic Engineering
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Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
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Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering
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Diploma in Computer Science
UNIVERSITI SAINS ISLAM MALAYSIA
PRE-UNIVERSITY
Open to SPM holder
Intake:
JUNE 2026
APPLICATION
CLOSED
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Tamhidi of Medicine, Dentistry, and Science
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Tamhidi of Physical Science and Technology
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Tamhidi of Accounting and Muamalat
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Tamhidi of Syariah and Law