Foundation in Arts

Program overview

Foundation in Arts is a foundation or pathway program in arts, design and media at Lincoln University College, a private institution in Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia, founded in 2002.

First-year tuition is listed at 15,000 MYR and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Apr 2027.

Applications to Lincoln University College typically receive a decision in 2 days and 19 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 30,000 MYR for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

How the tuition compares in Malaysia

Our directory lists 3 foundation or pathway programs in arts, design and media at 3 schools in Malaysia. Their median first-year tuition is 16,271 MYR, and the middle half cost between 16,271 MYR and 16,500 MYR.

At 15,000 MYR, Foundation in Arts is 8% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 15,000 MYR to 16,500 MYR.

• All arts, design and media courses in Malaysia

Lower-cost foundation or pathway options in arts, design and media

If budget matters, these foundation or pathway programs in arts, design and media have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Malaysia.

Plan for the Apr 2027 intake

Working back from a Apr 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer.

Entry requirements and documents

Lincoln University College sets the exact entry requirements for Foundation in Arts. For a foundation or pathway, applicants usually need the following.

English test requirements are set by the school. IELTS Academic, TOEFL and PTE Academic are the most widely accepted.

• Class 10 and 12 marksheets, or your most recent qualification.
• A short personal statement.
• English test results at the level the pathway sets.
• A valid passport.
• English test results, unless the school waives them.

How to apply with Study Spectra

• Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
• We check your profile against Foundation in Arts and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
• We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
• When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Foundation in Arts?

First-year tuition is listed at 15,000 MYR. Living costs are extra; Lincoln University College estimates 15,000 MYR a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Apr 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Foundation in Arts a degree?

It is listed as a foundation or pathway. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Lincoln University College, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

More at Lincoln University College

• Bachelor in Digital Film Technology (Honours), 12,667 MYR first year
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Mass Communication, 12,000 MYR first year
• Master of Communication, 14,667 MYR first year
• Master of Mass Communication (By Research), 11,000 MYR first year
• Foundation in Business and Computing, 10,000 MYR first year
• Foundation in Science, 15,000 MYR first year