Overview
The ADTP has been developed specifically to allow students to complete the first part of an American degree at ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ University. The program has been designed in consultation with American universities to ensure that students can transfer seamlessly to America to complete their studies. Patterned after the American undergraduate degree program, ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ University’s ADTP provides students with a mixture of major-specific and general education courses, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the next phase of their studies in the U.S.. Alongside their academic studies, students are encouraged to take part in a range of extracurricular activities, including community service, leadership and sporting opportunities. As students move towards completion of their studies at ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ, we will help them prepare their applications to the universities of their choice. For more information, please see the ADTP Profile and Course Catalog.
Duration
Students will spend approximately 12 - 24 months (full-time) in ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ University and another 24 - 36 months (full-time) in the university they will complete their degree at, whether in the USA, Canada or other locations.
Education Pathway
Students can join us upon completion of their secondary education. Most students will spend between 12 and 24 months in the ADTP.
Our Partners
Equivalency tables with partners from various institutions are available. Students have been accepted for transfer even to institutions which are not listed as partners. Please see below for more information.
- USA
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Europe
- Asia
Potential Major
There are more than 1000 majors available. Students can choose any field of study to major in whether in Art-related fields, Business, Social Sciences or “Science Technology Engineering and Mathematicsâ€â€ (STEM) fields.
Popular majors include:
- Actuarial Science
- Business
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Liberal Arts
- Natural Sciences
- Psychology
- RM30,450
for Malaysian students
- USD7,267
for international students
Programme Structure
Core Subjects
Core subjects are subjects that provide knowledge required for specific majors or fields of study. These subjects prepare the students for higher level courses in their chosen major. Students need to complete these subjects before taking their major subjects. Subjects in this area may range between 20 and 30 credit hours.
General Education Subjects
General Education subjects are referred to as General Education Requirements, and are compulsory for all students to broaden their exposure. These subjects will provide students with an overview of other disciplines and help them in their future career advancement. Subjects in this area may range between 25 and 35 credit hours.
MOHE Subjects
MOHE subjects are required by the Ministry of Higher Education. The subjects will help students appreciate Malaysian culture. The cost of the subjects is already included in the resource fee. Students are encouraged to include these subjects for their transfer. Some U.S. universities accept subjects in this area to fulfill a general requirement or an elective requirement.
ADTP Majors
Sample program structures for majors under ADTP Arts:
- Business
- Communication
- Liberal Arts
- Music Performance
- Digital Film and Production
- Contemporary Music Using Audio Technology
Sample program structures for majors under ADTP Science/Engineering:
Equivalency Table
Equivalency Table Listing For U.S. Universities
- U.S Universities
Arizona State University-Tempe
State University of New York at Albany
Arkansas State University *
State University of New York at Buffalo *
California State University – Fresno *
State University of New York at Plattsburgh
California State University - Long Beach
Stony Brook University
California State University -East Bay
Tennessee State University
California State University-Monterey Bay
Tennessee Tech University *
California State University-San Marcos *
Texas Wesleyan University *
Capitol Technology University *
University of Bridgeport
Creighton University
University of Central Oklahoma
DePaul University
University of Cincinnati
Drake University *
University of Colorado - Denver
East Carolina University
University of Findlay
Eastern Connecticut State University
University of Idaho
Grand Valley State University
University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign
Illinois Institute of Technology
University of Iowa
Indiana University of Pennsylvania *
University of Kentucky
Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Iowa State University
University of Missouri - Columbia
John Carroll University
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Johnson & Wales University
University of Nebraska – Lincoln *
Kent State University *
University of New Haven
Madonna University *
University of North Carolina-Wilmington
Manhattan College *
University of Northern Iowa
Michigan State University
University of Oregon
North Park University *
University of San Francisco
Northern Illinois University
University of Texas-Arlington *
Ohio State University-Columbus *
University of Toledo
Otterbein University
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Plymouth State University
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
Portland State University
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Saint Peter's University
University of Wisconsin – Platteville *
San Francisco State University
University of Wyoming
South Dakota State University *
Utica College
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
West Virginia University
Southern Utah University
Western Michigan University
St. Cloud State University *
Wichita State University
St. John's University
Winona State University
*updated records as of March 2019
Equivalency Table Listing For Non U.S. Universities
- Canada
Memorial University of Newfoundland BBA Simon Fraser University Generic University of Alberta Faculty of Arts University of Calgary General University of Dalhousie General University of Saskatchewan General University of Waterloo Faculty of Mathematics - BA, CS, Math, AC York University Computer Science, Natural Science, Psychology, Mathematics & Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering
- Australia
Deakin University Commerce, Management Monash University Communication Queensland University of Technology Engineering Victoria University BBA
- New Zealand
University of Canterbury Commerce
- Europe
UK University of Strathclyde Engineering Spain Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia Business Admin and Management
- Asia
Malaysia VUBU-ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ College BBA

Entry Requirements
ADTP (Arts)
For Business, Communication, Filmmaking, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts and related majors
- SPM / O-Level
- Pass with a minimum of 5 credits (including English)
- Unified Examination Certificate
- 5 Grade Bs (including English)
- 5 Grade Bs (including English)
ADTP (Science/Engineering)
For STEM fields: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Aviation, Computer Science, some Social Sciences, Psychology or related majors
- SPM / O-Level
- Pass with a minimum of 5 credits (including English & Mathematics or any Science subject)
- Unified Examination Certificate
- 5 Grade Bs (including English and Mathematics or any Science subject)
An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-6) (Recognition of Prior Learning)
(Click on this link for further information on APEL.A)
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 5.0 or equivalent
- ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Intensive English Programme (IEP): Pass Level 4 with minimum 50%
Alumni Sharing Session
Hear from our SAE alumni about their experiences studying abroad in the U.S. and why they chose to pursue ADTP in ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
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