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Faculty of Engineering and Technology Level 3

Foundation Certificate in Engineering (Telecommunication Systems)

Build core technical and network principles with this Pre-University Engineering Foundation program. Prepare matriculation and IGCSE graduates for direct progression into Telecommunication Systems degrees.

Program Overview

This Foundation program is to provide the fundamental knowledge of engineering basics to freshly matriculation or IGCSE graduates who wish to pursue their bachelor of engineering degree. The course aims to provide a conceptual and practical basis for student learning and pre-University foundation year program for Telecommunication Systems major.

Career Pathways

Telecom Technical Trainee, Junior Network Support Assistant, Field Service Apprentice, Academic Pathway to BEng (Hons) / Advanced Diploma in Telecommunication Systems

Entry Requirements

Students applying for admission to STIMU from within Myanmar are likely to have completed iGCSE, GCE “O” Level, GED, Level 2 First Diploma or the Matriculation examination at the end of their High School education. Minimum entry requirements for the Foundation (Level 3) course are:

iGCSE: Grade C / Grade 5 in 5 subjects, including English and Maths

GCE “O” Level: pass in all subjects

Matriculation examination: Pass, including Maths and Physics with a minimum total of 100 marks

GED : Pass all four subjects at least with passing score 145.

Level 2 First Diploma : Pass all units

What You'll Learn

  • Apply foundational mathematics, physics, and basic signal principles to analyze fundamental communication circuits and systems
  • Demonstrate practical laboratory skills in breadboarding, electronic measurements, and hardware testing tools
  • Evaluate core telecommunication concepts, basic data networking protocols, and system architecture within structured team environments
  • Develop technical communication, logical problem-solving, and study skills required for seamless entry into higher degree programs in telecommunications engineering.

Curriculum Structure

Units

1 year
Unit Code Level Credit Unit Name Core / Option
BE 1101 3 15 Mathematics I Core
BE 1102 3 15 Physics Core
BE 1103 3 15 Chemistry Core
CE 1105 3 7.5 IT Fundamentals Core
BE 1106 3 15 English Core
CE 1101 3 15 Introduction to Electronics Core
CE 1102 3 15 Introduction to Programming Core
CE 1103 3 15 Digital Fundamentals Core
CE 1104 3 7.5 Fundamentals of Computer Studies Core

Duration

6 Months

Intake

March

Awarding Body

STI Myanmar College

Tuition

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