Study Certificate in Malaysia After SPM

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What is Certificate?

Certificate programmes act as a pathway to Diploma programmes; however, they are significantly more condensed and focused on hands-on learning, preparing students to find work in a particular field. Certificate programmes, on the other hand, can last anywhere from 12 months to 18 months, and most of the time they require candidates to have earned no more than one credit during their senior year of high school (SPM or equivalent).

Students who earn fewer credits than the number necessary to meet the requirements of the Diploma or Foundation programme may believe that they do not have the choice to continue their education. However, in reality, they can carry out their studies in the Certificate programme.

When compared to Diploma courses, Certificate courses involve a significantly smaller amount of academically-based learning and examinations. Instead, the emphasis in Certificate courses is placed solely on developing students’ practical skills to the point where they are able to successfully perform within a specific work purview.

A significant number of students in Malaysia are unaware of the educational routes and opportunities available to them after they have completed their SPM, O-Level, or UEC. In a nutshell, students who only managed to get one credit in their SPM, 1B in UEC, and one Grade C in O-Level have a better opportunity to succeed academically by enrolling in a certificate programme as opposed to Foundation or Diploma programmes, which require at least five and three credits respectively.

What will you learn in Certificate?

You can get certified in a wide variety of different specialisations. If you possess this Certificate, you will be able to engage in thorough preparation and make a smooth transition to the Diploma programme of your choice, all while receiving devoted assistance from an experienced faculty group. You can choose to complete your certificate in such programmes as:

For example, in a Certificate in Business Studies, students will get a basic knowledge of how to pursue a successful career in business, which should include acquiring an in-depth understanding of all aspects of business, from marketing to economics before they get to Diploma level. In terms of the knowledge that they obtained from participating in these certificate programmes, they are now able to plan for and know exactly what they want to study at the diploma level, such as a Diploma in Business Management, a Diploma in Business Marketing, or something else.

In most cases, the assessment of your performance in a certificate programme will consist of a combination of coursework and final examinations.

Let’s look at the distinctions between Certificate, Foundation, and Diploma so that you can get a clearer understanding:

Details	Certificate	Foundation	Diploma
Level of Qualification	One level below a Diploma programme	Lower qualification than Diploma	One level below an undergraduate degree
Duration	12 – 18 months	12 months	2 – 3 years
What will you learn	Get basic knowledge for a good career in chosen course to grasp all aspects of that area	Offers specific subjects and modules that are aimed to help to excel in degree with your chosen field	Highly focused on practical experience in addition to academic study, gain internship experience
Benefits	A great pathway to a diploma Can learn the skills needed in the industry	A pathway to a degree Broader options when you choose your Bachelor’s degree	Helps students get ready for the workforce Covers a wider range of subjects

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Are you eligible to study Certificate?

Definitely, you are! Students who have only acquired 1 credit in SPM, 1B in UEC, and 1 Grade C in O-Level are allowed to continue their education by enrolling in a Certificate programme, which is a course that is one level below a diploma programme and is considered to be the next step down from an associate’s degree. If you are certain about the subject matter that you want to study at the graduate and/or degree level, you can get a certificate in that subject.

Academic Entry	Minimum Score
SPM/SPMV	1 Credit
O-Level	at least Grade C in 1 subject
UEC	at least 1B in any subject

We do, however, have other options available to you in the event that you did not pass your SPM, O-Level, or UEC and wish to continue your dream education. Read here.

General pathway to Study Certificate

There are a significant number of students in Malaysia who are unaware of the educational routes and opportunities that are available to them once they have completed their SPM or O-Levels. When it comes to certain certificate programmes, all that is required to enrol in them is a single credit and pass in either the SPM, O-Levels, or UEC.

After completing the course with flying colours, you will be eligible to enrol in a Diploma programme, which will prepare you to join the workforce. When you enrol in one of these Certificate programmes, you also have the choice to continue your Diploma studies, which under certain circumstances can begin in the second semester rather than the first semester. You also have the option to continue your Degree which can start from Year 2 instead of Year 1 with certain conditions. To find out more about this, contact us now!

Universities to Study Certificate in Malaysia

1. Asia Pacific University (APU)

Malaysia’s top private university is the Asia Pacific University of Science and Innovation (APU) in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. It trains students for important roles in the global business and social sectors using a creative and effective mix of technology, ingenuity, and enterprising energy. American Pacific University (APU) has won many national and foreign awards, making it an award-winning education. APU is the first university in Malaysia to get an overall rating of Five Stars Plus from the most recent set of QS Stars Rating awards. These honours were given out at the QS Apple Conference on November 1st, 2021.

Programmes Offered	Certificate in Administrative Skills (CAS) Certificate in Information & Communication Technology (CICT)
Duration	16 Months
Intakes	Mar, Jul, Sep
Indicative Fees (2023)	Local Students: RM17,200 International Students: RM19,800