Bachelor Of Liberal Studies With Honours
Programme Sypnosis
(R/310/6/0007 (MQA/FA2719) 10/25)
Bachelor of Liberal Studies covers a wide range of humanities and social sciences disciplines that consists of communication, psychology, political science, management, education and general sciences.
In addition, the programme also helps the graduates to obtain valuable knowledge in analysing and apply in solving societal issues in the society. It is OUM’s aim to equip graduates with high quality degrees so that they will succeed in their careers. The intention is to provide students with comprehensive and wholesome knowledge to be applied in their careers either in the public or the private sectors.
Fees
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | |||
| Sem 1 | RM 1,600 | RM 1,800 | RM 1,800 | RM 1,800 | RM 1,800 | ||
| Sem 2 | RM 1,600 | RM 1,600 | RM 1,800 | RM 1,800 | RM 1,200 | ||
| Sem 3 | RM 1,800 | RM 1,800 | RM 1,800 | RM 1,800 | – | ||
| Total | RM24,000 | ||||||
* Fees applicable to Malaysians and Permanent Residents only.
* International students are required to pay registration fees of RM1,500 and an additional 20% for the tuition fees.
* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.
Discount for the Physically Challenged Learners (OKU) and Senior Citizens
The University offers 50% discount for:
1. Senior citizens aged 60 and above on registration date; and
2. Physically challenged learners – a valid Orang Kelainan Upaya (OKU) is required.
These discounts are for subject fees only and are not applicable for research and other fees. The discounts are also not valid for second time registration and repeating of subjects.
Learners who receive this discount are not entitled to other discounts and promotions.
Note
Processing fee: RM30 (Malaysian) & RM200 (International Students)
| Financial options: | Payment Mode: |
| EPF (Account 2); or | JomPAY |
| Education or Personal Loan from commercial banks; or | Internet Banking |
| HRDF (subject to employer’s eligibility); or | Debit/Credit Card. |
Entry Requirements
Normal Entry
- Pass in STPM or equivalent with a minimum Gred C (NGMP 2.0) in any two (2) subjects; or
- Pass in STAM (Level Jayyid);or
- Pass UEC with a minimum Gred B in 5 subjects;or
- Pass Matriculation/Foundation from any UA/Private HEP/Institution that is allowed to offer foundation program with a CGPA of 2.00;or
- Pass Diploma (MQF Level 4) with a minimum CGPA 2.00; or
- Other recognised equivalent qualification.
OR
APEL entry
• Malaysian; and
• The candidate should be more than 21 years of age in the year of application; and
• Relevant work experience/prior experiential learning; and
• Pass APEL Assessment (Aptitude Test & Portfolio) conducted by OUM.
Note:
- The provisional offer of admission will be revoked if the candidate:
- Fails to submit evidence of qualification within the stipulated date; or
- Does not meet the entry requirements of the University.
- Entry requirements are subject to change as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency.
MPU Courses
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia | 2 |
| Hubungan Etnik | 2 |
| Entrepreneurship II / Bahasa Kebangsaan A | 3 |
| Health and Wellness 2 | 3 |
| Community Service | 2 |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 12 |
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Professional Ethics | 3 |
| Learning Skills for 21st Century | 3 |
| English for Written Communication | 3 |
| English for Oral Communication | 3 |
| English for Workplace Communication | 3 |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 15 |
Basic Courses
| Subject Name | Credit Hours | |||||
| Principles of Management | 3 | *Learners can replace any of the Basic Courses with:
i. OUMH1403 Mandarin Language for Basic Communication and/or ii. OUMH1503 Japanese Language for Basic Communication |
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| Introduction to Communication | 3 | |||||
| Thinking Skills and Problem Solving | 3 | |||||
| Basic Concept of Information Technology | 3 | |||||
| TOTAL CREDIT | 15 | |||||
Core Courses
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Introduction to Social Sciences | 3 |
| Applied History | 3 |
| Introduction to Political Science | 3 |
| Introduction to Policy Studies | 3 |
| Colonialism and Nationalism | 3 |
| Introduction to Political Theory | 3 |
| Readings in Policy Studies | 3 |
| Malaysian Politics | 3 |
| Introduction to Political Economy | 3 |
| Post-Independence and Nation Building | 3 |
| International Relations | 3 |
| Introduction to Public Administration | 3 |
| European Politics | 3 |
| Bureaucracy and Policy Implementation | 3 |
| International History | 3 |
| Comparative Politics | 3 |
| Southeast Asian Politics | 3 |
| Politics of the Modern World | 3 |
| Malaysian Defense and Security Policy | 3 |
| Politics and The Media | 3 |
| Malaysian Foreign Policy | 3 |
| Research Methodology | 3 |
| Political Development and Third World Politics | 3 |
| Ethnicity, Development and National Integration | 3 |
| International Politics and The Muslim World | 3 |
| Project Paper | 6 |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 81 |
Programmes Categories
- Lectures 0
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 2 years
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes
