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Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) offers a diverse range of postgraduate programmes across its academic schools and research centres, reflecting its prestigious APEX and Research Intensive University status. Students can choose from three flexible study modes: Research Mode for independent investigation (MSc/PhD), Coursework Mode for structured professional development, and Mixed Mode, which balances taught components with a significant research project. Additionally, USM provides Open and Distance Learning (ODL), an entirely online delivery mode designed for working professionals that eliminates geographical constraints by offering flexible, self-paced access to quality education.

These programmes cover a wide academic spectrum, including Natural and Applied Sciences, Engineering, Medical and Health Sciences, Arts and Humanities, and Business and Management. To ensure global accessibility, USM also extends these high-level PhD and Master's tracks through offshore centres in various countries, providing international students with the same rigorous academic excellence and certification as the main campus.
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STPM • Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) / Equivalent with a credit in Bahasa Melayu or credit in Bahasa Melayu July Paper, and a pass in History; AND • Passed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with at least: i. Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in General Studies; and ii. A good CGPA and grades according to the specific requirements of the study program; AND • Obtained at least Band 2 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or its equivalent. Note: A pass in History at the SPM level has been a requirement since 2013.	Matriculation (KPM) / Foundation (UM, UKM, UiTM) • Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) / Equivalent with a credit in Bahasa Melayu or credit in Bahasa Melayu July Paper, and a pass in History; AND • Passed Matriculation (KPM) / Foundation (UM, UKM, UiTM) with a good CGPA and grades according to the specific requirements of the study program; AND • Obtained at least Band 2 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or its equivalent. Note: A pass in History at the SPM level has been a requirement since 2013.	Diploma / Equivalent – A-Level, IB, AUSMAT, SAM, and Others • Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) / Equivalent with a credit in Bahasa Melayu or credit in Bahasa Melayu July Paper, and a pass in History; AND • Possess a Diploma, A-Level, International Baccalaureate (IB), Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) / South Australian Matriculation (SAM), or other qualifications recognized as equivalent by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the University Senate; AND • Obtained at least Band 2 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or its equivalent. Note: • Exemptions from certain relevant subjects may be granted for Diploma holders, subject to examination results and the approval of the School/Faculty. • A pass in History at the SPM level has been a requirement since 2013. • Other Recognized Qualifications: STPM (Non-Current Year); Matriculation (KPM) / Foundation (UM, UiTM) (Non-Current Year); Private University Foundation (Recognized by MQA); Monash University Foundation Pre-University Program (MUFY); University of New South Wales (UNSW) Foundation; Western Australia Curriculum Council; HSC Sydney, Australia; Trinity College Foundation Studies; Australian Universities Foundation Programmes; South Australian Matriculation (SAM); Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Australia Year 12; Canadian Pre-University (CPU) / Canadian International Matriculation Program (CIMP) / Canadian Grade 12/13 / Ontario Secondary School Diploma Grade 12; Indian Pre-University; National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 / New Zealand Bursary; Other equivalent qualifications.

STPM

• Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) / Equivalent with a credit in Bahasa Melayu or credit in Bahasa Melayu July Paper, and a pass in History;

AND

• Passed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with at least:

i. Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in General Studies; and
ii. A good CGPA and grades according to the specific requirements of the study program;

AND

• Obtained at least Band 2 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or its equivalent.

Note:
A pass in History at the SPM level has been a requirement since 2013.

Matriculation (KPM) / Foundation (UM, UKM, UiTM)

• Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) / Equivalent with a credit in Bahasa Melayu or credit in Bahasa Melayu July Paper, and a pass in History;

AND

• Passed Matriculation (KPM) / Foundation (UM, UKM, UiTM) with a good CGPA and grades according to the specific requirements of the study program;

AND

• Obtained at least Band 2 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or its equivalent.

Note:
A pass in History at the SPM level has been a requirement since 2013.

Diploma / Equivalent – A-Level, IB, AUSMAT, SAM, and Others

• Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) / Equivalent with a credit in Bahasa Melayu or credit in Bahasa Melayu July Paper, and a pass in History;

AND

• Possess a Diploma, A-Level, International Baccalaureate (IB), Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) / South Australian Matriculation (SAM), or other qualifications recognized as equivalent by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the University Senate;

AND

• Obtained at least Band 2 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or its equivalent.

Note:
• Exemptions from certain relevant subjects may be granted for Diploma holders, subject to examination results and the approval of the School/Faculty.

• A pass in History at the SPM level has been a requirement since 2013.

• Other Recognized Qualifications:

STPM (Non-Current Year); Matriculation (KPM) / Foundation (UM, UiTM) (Non-Current Year); Private University Foundation (Recognized by MQA); Monash University Foundation Pre-University Program (MUFY); University of New South Wales (UNSW) Foundation; Western Australia Curriculum Council; HSC Sydney, Australia; Trinity College Foundation Studies; Australian Universities Foundation Programmes; South Australian Matriculation (SAM); Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Australia Year 12; Canadian Pre-University (CPU) / Canadian International Matriculation Program (CIMP) / Canadian Grade 12/13 / Ontario Secondary School Diploma Grade 12; Indian Pre-University; National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 / New Zealand Bursary; Other equivalent qualifications.

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