Foundation Year

About Us

Introduction

The Foundation Year department offers a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare our newly admitted students for post-secondary studies by teaching them fundamental skills of English, general and social sciences.

After successful completion, the students can continue their study at undergraduate/graduate/doctoral degree program in the NU, or transfer credits to other partner Universities.

Vision

• Achieve excellence in study program offered by the Foundation Year department that provide high quality education in the field of English language, science, social science and business in a cooperative and creative environment under the guidance of qualified faculty members.

Mission

• The Foundation Year department aims to improve student English language proficiency, learning and communication skills , and provide them with the foundation knowledge necessary for their academic success in their educational fields.

Goal

• To equip the students with academic skills and basic knowledge that will prepare them for their educational and career life.

Objectives

• To deepen the students’ basic science knowledge and computer skills through the medium of English.
• To enhance English language proficiency with emphasis on integrating the four skills for effective studies in the arts, science and business field.
• To improve communication skills that will enable students to interact in real life situations.
• To develop communication and learning skills needed for academic and independent learning.
• To develop the principles of discipline, commitment and sense of responsibility.
• To promote students’ leadership quality, teamwork, critical thinking and self-confidence.

Please visit, Foundation Year Department (FYD)