Transfer credits from your diploma into Year 2 of related degree

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As the job market has a lot of degree graduates, it is important to remain competitive and continue on to a degree after completing your diploma. Some Diploma graduates have said that they would like to work first before continuing on to study a degree programme.

From experience, my suggestion is to continue immediately after you complete your diploma. This is because when you begin a job, it is difficult to stop. In addition, if you have stopped studies for a while, it may be difficult to find the right frame of mind and motivation to start studying again.

To move up in the corporate world or into management level, the basic requirement is a degree. In addition, the starting salary for a degree holder is higher and the opportunities for promotion is faster because the degree holder is equipped with problem solving, decision making and in-depth technical skills.

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Most diplomas can be transferred to another college or university into the Year 2 of the relevant programme. If you have taken the Diploma in Accounting, it is highly likely that you can enter into Year 2 of the degree in Accounting or Accounting & Finance. For the Diploma in Business Administration, you can enter into Year 2 of the degree in Business Administration depending on the exemptions.

However, if you go from the Diploma in Business Administration into the Degree in Accounting, then you may not get the optimum amount of exemptions because the subjects in your diploma are not similar with the degree course of the university that you want to transfer to.

I have two students who graduated with the DIploma in Interior Design from Lim Kok Wing University and they have managed to transfer into Year 2 of the BA

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(Hons) Interior Architecture & Design (3+0) awarded by Nottingham Trent University, UK and offered at KBU International College.

So, to transfer from the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering to the degree in Mechanical Engineering, then you will get more exemptions than transferring into the degree in Electrical or Civil engineering at UCSI University.

It would not be possible for you to transfer from the 

Diploma in IT into the Degree in Accounting because the subjects are not related at all. 

Therefore, you have to keep in mind to transfer into the degree that is similar to your diploma. Diploma in IT or Computing students can transfer their credits into the best university for IT which is Asia Pacific University (APU) and enter into Year 2 depending on the exemptions.

In Malaysia, because of MQA requirements, you have to complete at least 2 years

however if you transfer to Northumbria University, UK, you get to complete the final year of the related degree after your diploma. 

I had a student from TAR College Kampar enter into the Final Year of the International Business Management degree at Northumbria University with his Diploma in Marketing.

It would cost roughly about RM30,000-RM50,000 in tuition fees for the final 2 years depending on which course. You can apply for the PTPN Loan up to RM16,000 a year.

It will take some time for the exemptions to be done, so you should apply early. 

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If you are applying to enter into design or architecture degree courses, then you will need to submit a portfolio as well.

As I represent reputable institutions with a wide range of degrees, please contact me to find out how you can transfer to an institution that best fit your needs.

In order to process your transfer smoothly, you will need to send me the following:

1. Transcripts of all the subjects taken
2. Copy of SPM or UEC certificate
3. Course outline for all the subjects taken – you can request this from your course coordinator. A course outline is a brief description of each subject

   

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   taken at your current college or university. The outline is needed for the university that you intend to go to, to compare the subjects that you have taken at your current university with theirs to see if they are similar. If similar, then, you are given the exemption, if not, then you will need to retake that subject. For example, if you have taken Basic Accounting, then you will be exempted from Fundamentals in Accounting at the university that you want to go to because the subjects are similar. However, if you had taken Computer Skills and that subject is
   

   

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   not offered in the degree at the university that you want to go to, then this subject is not exempted.
4. Photocopy of diploma certificate, if ready, if not, then request your university for the Letter of Completion
5. Photocopy of IC – both sides

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Study at the best university for the Bachelor of Pharmacy in Malaysia

One of the best universities for the Pharmacy degree programme in Malaysia is

Pharmacists will educate patients on how to use their
 prescription drugs properly

UCSI University. To enter into the Pharmacy degree after SPM, students need to go for either a Pre-U course like A-Levels or AUSMAT, or the Foundation in Science.

For UCSI University, students can either go for the Foundation in Science or their internationally recognised A-Levels. Upon completion, these students are given preference into UCSI's medical or pharmacy programmes where the seats are limited.

Foundation in Science at KBU International College

The Foundation in Science course at KBU International College
is accepted for direct entry into all of IMU University's
courses including medicine and pharmacy

The Foundation in Science is specially created for students who are interested to further studies in the field of health sciences. The programme is developed in collaboration between KBU International College (KBU) and International Medical University (IMU). The 

Foundation in Science is a 12-month programme with assessments comprising of 50% coursework and 50% final examination.

Intakes are only in January, April and July so students should register early as there are no intakes after July.

Entry Requirements - 5 credits in SPM including Maths and 2 science subjects

KBU International College offers excellent facilities with affordable fees.

• Strong collaboration with Malaysia’s first private medical educational institution, International Medical University (IMU).
• Foundation in Science programme is developed with input from IMU and taught at KBU.
• Focuses on subjects like Biology, Chemistry, English for Health Sciences, Physics and Mathematics which are essential for health science students.
• Eligibility to take up one of the twelve undergraduate programmes offered at IMU.
• Excellent team of dedicated lecturers & stimulative learning environment

UCSI University Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) degree program

UCSI University’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences has offered a recognised

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Pharmacy degree and postgraduate programme since year 2000. Today, the Faculty boasts dedicated academic staff, cutting-edge teaching and research facilities with seven fully equipped labs and specialised research lab.

The four-year Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) degree programme offers an enriching experience where students learn under the tutelage of the University’s dedicated teaching staff. At UCSI University, academics are active in research and the dissemination of knowledge is enhanced by innovative teaching methods.

Malaysia is rapidly advancing in various areas of pharmacy, including

Pharmacy students at UCSI are given plenty opportunities to
interact with the public to improve on their communication skills

pharmaceutical biology, pharmaceutical technology, pharmaceutical chemistry and clinical pharmacy to name a few.

The early part of the B.Pham (Hons) curriculum focuses students on the fundamental knowledge in pharmacy as the foundation for later years. The curriculum is unique in that it starts off with integrated courses where four main disciplines are being taught for each body system studied.

Students appreciate this mode of learning as it enhances their understanding. This will serve as a strong foundation later as they practice as pharmacists. Students in the programme will be going through various attachments to enhance their knowledge and skills in pharmacy. These external attachments train students creative and critical thinking, in addition to the research skills needed for their career.

The courses in the programme are arranged into four main disciplines within the

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Faculty as listed.

• Physiology & Pharmacology
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Pharmaceutics & Pharmaceutical Technology
• Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacy Practice

UCSI University’s Pharmacy curriculum emphasises training of professional, competent and competitive pharmacy graduates by focusing on academic ability, research skills and soft skills, while also highlighting communication, team work, critical thinking, innovative thinking, entrepreneurship and leadership.

Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) programme is recognised by Malaysian

UCSI University pharmacy students

Pharmacy Board (MPB).

Programme Details

The duration of the programme is 4 years.

Lectures and coursework are completed in 14 weeks, with 2 weeks study break before the final exams weeks. There are two semesters in an academic year with a long break from April to July

In each year there are two long-semesters consisting of 14 weeks of instruction with 2 weeks of examinations, and one short-semester consisting of 7 weeks of instruction with 1 week of examinations. The long-semesters start in January and May, while the short-semester starts in September.

In the months of November & December students undergo industrial training under the Co-Operative Placement Scheme to learn and to familiarize themselves with real life working environment.

In addition, students also undertake a research and development project in their final year.

The number of contact hours per subject per week depends on the credit and teaching methodology of each subject. Each credit is approximately equivalent to 1 hour of class, or 2 hours of labs per week.

Year 1
July - November	General Chemistry for Pharmacy Introductory Physiology Microbiology for Pharmacy Professional Skills I Bahasa Kebangsaan A
January - May	Organic Chemistry Basic Pharmacology & Immunopharmacology Basic Medicinal Chemistry Professional Skills II Biostatistics for Pharmacy Introductory Clinical Pharmacy Malaysian Studies
Year 2
July - November	Biochemistry for Pharmacy Physical Pharmacy Dispensing & Compounding Antimicrobial Therapy I Nervous System & Pharmacotherapy I
January - May	Antimicrobial Therapy II Aseptic Dispensing Pulmonary, Renal & Pharmacotherapy Endocrine System & Pharmacotherapy Nonprescription Drugs Marketing for Pharmacy Islamic Studies / Moral Studies
Year 3
July - November	Pharmaceutical Analysis I Dosage Form Design I Cardiovascular System, Blood & Pharmacotherapy Gastrointestinal System & Pharmacotherapy Evidence Based Medicine Basic Pharmacokinetics
January - May	Pharmaceutical Analysis II Pharmacognosy Clinical Pharmacokinetics Dosage Form Design II Biotechnology & Pharmacogenomics Nervous System & Pharmacotherapy II Drug of Abuse & Society
Year 4
July - November	Hospital Pharmacy Practice Pharmacy Management Pharmacotherapy I Pharmacy Clerkship Research Project Geriatric Pharmacy
January - May	Cancer Chemotherapy Pharmacotherapy II Clinical Clerkship Pharmacy Law & Ethics Pharmacoeconomics Pharmacoepidemiology Industrial Management

Intakes

There is only one intake a year, which is in August.

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Interviews

Academically qualified candidates would be required to attend an interview for admission. The outcome of the interview will determine a candidate's successful admission into the programme.

Assessments

UCSI University School of Pharmacy assesses its students based on the main objective of training competent pharmacists. The ethics, communication, knowledge, analytical and critical thinking skills are incorporated into its assessments. The assessment methods include various assignments, practical &

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visitation reports, oral presentations, research project viva, patient counseling, tutorials, problem based sessions and finally the examinations.

UCSI Pharmacy students have the unique experience in organising and executing the Public Health Campaign each year giving them valuable leadership experience and enhancing their communication skills. As you know, if graduates work in retail pharmacy, they will need to be able to communicate to the public about the nature and effects of the drugs prescribed to the patients. This public health campaign will definitely help them to add value to their future career as a pharmacist.

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Study Diploma in IT or Computing at the best universities in Malaysia

The Diploma in Information Technology course is designed for those without any

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computing knowledge as well as those who wish to pursue careers in computer-based environments, particularly in programming and information systems.

It can be known as the Diploma in IT or ICT or Computing or Computer Studies.

After SPM, students will need at least 3 credits including Maths and a pass in BM and Sejarah to join the Diploma in IT course. If you know that you want to go into IT, then students should just take the Diploma in IT rather than go for a Foundation program. The Foundation course is good for students who are not sure of which course they want to study yet. Students who know that they want IT may be bored with the non-IT subjects in the Foundation programme.

How to choose the right Diploma in IT?

A lot of students assume that all Diploma in IT courses at the universities are the

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same. They are not. It is important when choosing the Diploma in IT, to look at the subjects offered. My younger brother who is a Software Engineer advised me that students should look at diplomas that have programming subjects as these are the backbone of a good iT program.

Some Diploma in IT are more multimedia based while others focus on programming. Some universities could have a diploma with a specialism in software engineering. You have to decide which area you want to focus on in your future career before choosing the college or university, if not, you will end up with a diploma but without the necessary knowledge and skills in IT.

This is important because during interviews for IT jobs, you will be given a test to

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assess your knowledge in IT. If you do not pass that test, you will not move on to be interviewed. IT is not like a business course, it is technical. If you do not have the necessary knowledge and skills, you will not go far in your career.

A lot of students make the mistake in choosing a cheap college because they assume that all IT diplomas are the same so there is no need to invest more. In saving a few thousand Ringgit for the few years in the diploma, they are throwing away hundreds of thousands in salary increments and promotions for the next 50 years of their work life because they did not gain the knowledge and skills that a good university would provide for them.

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What will I study in a Diploma in IT?

A diploma in IT course provides general knowledge and skills in IT, programming,

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databases, multimedia and networks.

The Diploma in Information Technology equips students with a strong grounding in the basic skills as well as providing a theoretical understanding which is important for an IT graduate. Students will be exposed to JAVA programming, VB.net, HTML, J2ME, Java Scripting as well as networking and business communication. 

The modules lead into all aspects of software applications; internet technology; multimedia technology; information systems; operating systems; systems methodologies; visual programming; and database management systems.

Other non-IT courses such as marketing, business communication and problem-

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solving, among others, are included in the course so that students are equipped with transferable skills that will enable them to work efficiently both independently and in teams.

Students will normally take about 24-25 subjects not including the MQA subjects which are Bahasa Kebangsaan, Moral, and Pengajian Malaysia. The MQA subjects are compulsory at all colleges and universities.

Sample of subjects that can be found in a Diploma in IT or Computing

Introduction to Information Technology Basic Business Mathematics Introduction to Visual Basic Programming Web Development Basic Statistics Introduction to C Programming Introduction to Analysis & Design Computing Mathematics Mobile Telecommunications Fundamental of Database Systems User Interface Design Wireless and Mobile Technologies Interactive Media Applications Discrete Maths

Business Communications Database Concepts and Practices Internet Technology Object-Oriented Programming with Java Data Communications Principles of Software Engineering Programming in VB.net Calculus Java Programming Computer Programming Business Programming Multimedia Programming Linear Algebra Computer Ethics

Duration - How long will the Diploma take?

For some colleges or universities, the diploma will take 2 years while at others, it

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will be 2.5 years. After completing the diploma, you can generally enter into Year 2 of the related IT degree course. You will need to submit the transcripts and course outline to the university that you are interested in for them to perform the exemptions. If you go to Northumbria University, UK, you can enter into the final year of the related degree.

Assessment

A diploma course is generally more practical compared to a degree course.

All students at Asia Pacific University have access to state-of-the-art
computer facilities that include the latest PCs and workstations
with Internet connection, operating systems,
software suites and commercial programming software in multiple IT labs
built for project work, multimedia production,
software and internet programming.

Coursework percentage and written examination percentage. Different learning processes can be used in the delivery of the programme, such as lectures, tutorials, computer lab work, team-based project, real life system development, presentations, independent projects supervised by supervisors from university lecturers or industry experts. It will vary from university to university on how the course is conducted.

Career Opportunities

Diploma holders can seek employment in the area of internet commerce/e-commerce; software development; database administration, system support, etc. But I would advise students to go for the degree because there are too many diploma and degree graduates out there therefore to remain competitive in the workforce, you should get a degree.

Many students have heard that there could be no jobs for IT graduates because

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many are unemployed. While this may be true, the jobs are still plenty out there. It is not that there are no jobs, it is because the graduates do not have the skills and knowledge even after going through university. This is because they have chosen a cheaper university where they did not have experienced lecturers to equip them well. The university environment is also important because if most students speak in Mandarin at the university, then you won't be able to improve on your communication skills in English which is important in getting a job in a Multi National Company.

So, which college or university should I choose?

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