Centre for Foundation Studies
Albukhary International University
Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, 05200 Alor Setar,
Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia
Tel: +047747300
Fax: +604-7747310
Email: info@aiu.edu.my
Website: www.aiu.edu.my
FOUNDER’S MESSAGE
Some twenty years ago, I made a promise of intent to myself,
that one day when I am able to; I would establish a University to
provide opportunity to bright students from underprivileged and
disadvantaged backgrounds to receive tertiary education and
become useful, productive and caring members of society. I
wanted to do this because of my own background and
experience, having come from a poor and disadvantaged family.
Islam teaches us that as ordinary mortals, we must place our
faith in God; do what He sanctions and avoid what He forbids.
This dream of mine is my way to practice Islam as a Way of Life,
and by His Grace I am now able to fulfill my promise.
The Albukhary International University (AIU) is my Educational
Waqf (Benefaction) through the Albukhary Foundation which I
bequeath to bright, underprivileged and disadvantaged students
of good character irrespective of race, creed or religion.
However, I want to stress that AIU is not an Islamic University,
but an International University, where standards will be
internationally benchmarked, where staff and students are
international in composition, and where the curriculum reflects
international characteristics, needs and relevance.
Tan Sri Syed Mokhtar Albukhary
Chairman, Albukhary Foundation
My hope is to see students of AIU, all of whom are fully
& AIU
sponsored, graduate not only as competent professionals but
also imbued with noble values characterized by positive
thinking; high self-discipline; caring and giving and a passion to
serve humanity. I hope also that AIU, though a relatively small
university, will nonetheless become a model institution
underpinned by noble values, excellent quality and a global
outlook.
WELCOME MESSAGE BY THE VICE CHANCELLOR
Heart- to-heart from the Vice-Chancellor
Universities as educational institution are meant to be the
great levelers of society, and Albukhary InternationaI
University (AIU) is committed to see to it that is translated
into reality.
As a fully charitable (waqf) international university
dedicated to the marginalised, underprivileged and the
disfranchised, AIU humbly reach out to those who have
been deprived of the opportunity to better themselves
through education.
Professor Tan Sri Dato’ Dzulkifli
Abdul Razak
Vice Chancellor and CEO
AlBukhary International
University
Office : 04-7747301
Email : dzulrazak@aiu.edu.my
Hence beginning with the learning activities in Foundation
Studies Programme, AIU aims to leverage as much as
opportunities as possible so that the ‘true’ ethos of a
university blossoms yet again. By innovating the
metaphor of a “humaniversity” aimed at humanising the
university within the context of an asymmetrical world,
AIU envisions the revitalisation of human dignity by
making available high quality and relevant education
based on equity and access with success across the many
existing global divides.
We therefore hope that you will strive together with the
University to make AIU a place of choice to realise not
only their dreams, but also for humanity by internalising
and upholding the AIU vision and mission to equip
yourselves of the necessary academic and life skills
provided for during the period of Foundation Studies and
beyond. There are ample facilities and amenities as well
as a pool of human talent that are available for you to
optimally and actively experience a healthy and vibrant
campus life in anticipation of future challenges. This
includes the respect for universal humanitarian values
and norms while creating a genuine passion for service as
caring and giving individuals in the spirit of learning.
It is my sincere hope that through all of you AIU will raise
its profile as a beacon of hope for tomorrow; a new
inspiration for a university of the future meant as a
gateway for next generation the world over simply
because we are convinced that collectively you hold the
promise to shape the journey to a sustainable and
peaceful future.
VISION
To become a model international university characterized by high quality education and
humanitarian values aimed at empowering underprivileged and disadvantaged students.
MISSION
To provide academically qualified students from underprivileged and disadvantaged backgrounds
not only quality education for them to succeed in life, but also an education which will result is
their valuing discipline, being caring and giving individuals.
CORE VALUES
Commitment to Excellence: At AIU, we commit to build a culture of excellence in all we do.
Spirit of Learning:
We believe our continued success lies in the opportunity each
member has to learn, develop and grow.
Integrity:
We will conduct ourselves ethically in all interactions and in
every aspect of our work.
Respect and Trust:
We encourage building and maintaining effective personal
and professional relationships with each other.
Teamwork:
We will promote an environment that values individual and
cultural differences, and encourage staff at all levels to work
together to achieve common goals.
Passion for Service:
We commit to serve and contribute to the community and
society especially the underprivileged and disadvantaged.
DEMERIT CATEGORIES REGISTER
To be completed by any staff/faculty and submitted to the relevant Head of Department.
Referred by:
Student name:
Category/Behaviour
Demerit
points
Teaching & Learning (T&L)
1) Not showing up for class without any valid excuse or
notice
-5
2) Late for class (more than 5 minutes)
-2
3) Late submission of work without pre-approval
4) Behaviour that disrupts or prevents the process of
teaching and learning in classes or seminars or any
student affairs sanctioned activities
5) Disregard examination and test rules and regulations
6) Being academically dishonest, e.g. commits plagiarism
copying without recognising sources and
paying/rewarding/helping any other person to prepare
and write any work on your behalf
7) Attempt to smuggle library books or materials
8) Arrive late or absent during any orientation or service
programme sessions
Hostel Rules (HsR)
9) AIU student allowing visitor or other student to squat or
to stay over at their hostel
10) Student preparing /cooking food in hostel room
11) Not attending hostel meetings or cleaning sessions
12) Sleeping out of campus during week-ends/trimester
breaks without exit/leave pass approval
13) Having pets/animals in hostel
University Rules & Regulations (UR&R)
14) Not wearing official attire in class, any AIU activities,
sports/recreation clubs, official reception or student
consultation session.
15) Not wearing ID Card without valid reason
16) Causing injury to other student or damages of property
-2
-5
-10
-5
-5
-5
-10
-5
-2
-5
-10
-2
-2
-5
Date:
Student #:
Comments/description/d
etails (attach additional
pages if more space is
required)
17) Vandalism and damage to any university or other
students personal property
18) Littering
19) Indecency in dressing or behaviour
-10
20) Using institutional property without necessary
permission
21) Not following procedure to distribute publications on
campus or making use of notice boards
22) Conduct or engage in any fundraising activities without
prior approval from AIU authority
23) Smoking, consumes alcohol and being intoxicated or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs on campus
24) Inappropriate behaviour including close proximity
-2
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
-2
-2
-2
-5
-10
-5
If found guilty on any of the following transgression, a student’s scholarship will be
terminated immediately and the student will be sent home, not redeemable:
Female or male student found in opposite gender hostel
-20
premises or rooms
Commits any criminal offense
-20
Intimate/sexual relationships with the opposite and/or
-20
same-sex, getting married, pregnant
Carrying or using firearms or dangerous weapons
-20
Possession and or use of dependence forming drugs
-20
Guideline: (Accumulated over full duration of stay at AIU)
-5 : written warning and fined 25% of one month’s Student Allowance.
-10 : written warning and fined 50% of one month’s Student Allowance.
-15 : written warning and fined 100% of one month’s Student Allowance.
-20 : disciplinary hearing and on discretion of the VC, cancellation of Scholarship.
Referral person signature:
For office use
Received by :
Date :
Captured by :
Date :
Date tabled at meeting :
Forwarded to finance :
1. Conduct with regards to the Academic Issues
1.1 Students may neither organize nor participate in student action if such action
might:
1.2 Cause injury to any person or violates their rights or impairs safety on Institution
premises or while engaged in any Institution activity;
1.3 Seriously disrupts, or seriously interferes with, the academic, administrative,
sporting, social, or other activities of the Institution, whether on Institution
premises or elsewhere.
1.4 A student commits misconduct if s/he disrupts or prevents the process of
education.
1.5 Students must attend all lectures, group classes, seminars, tutorials, practical
classes and excursions as determined in the relevant programme regulations.
1.6 Students must complete all their prescribed work and write all tests. In case of
illness students must submit an acceptable medical certificate.
1.7 Students must comply with the regulations pertaining to the control of
examinations and class tests.
1.8
During a class test or examination, students must not:
1.9
Help or try to help other students;
1.10 Obtain or try to obtain help from other students;
1.11 Obtain or try to obtain information or help from any written source or other
means except that which is expressly permitted by the invigilator or the
relevant lecturer;
1.12 Assist another student in contravening a regulation, or fail to take reasonable
precaution ensure that other students will not have access to their work;
1.13 Cause a disturbance in or in the proximity of the test or examination venue, or
conduct them in an improper or unbecoming manner;
1.14 Disregard the instructions of the invigilator.
1.15 Students may not submit any written assignment/essay to a lecturer for
assessment if they have included the entire work or considerable sections of
essentially unchanged excerpts from the work of another student or from
another source without recognition of the source and of the extent of the
inclusion thereof, and without compliance with specific departmental
referencing principles and rules for the particular assignment/essay, where
applicable.
1.16 Students may not pay or otherwise reward another person for writing or
preparing work to be submitted for assessment.
1.17 Students should at all times be dressed in the official AIU attire during official
times, when in class, the library and when engaged with various formal
university activities on and off campus.
1.18 Students are not allowed to wear jeans during official times, when in class, the
library when engaged with various formal university activities on and off
campus.
2. Guidelines Regarding Academic Issues
2.1
Entering and Exiting Criteria and Graduation Criteria for Foundation & Degree
Programmes:
Graduating expectations
Entering Foundation
IELTS 4.5 in all 4 skills or equivalent to IELTS
Graduating from Foundations
For English IELTS 6 or equivalent in all four skills
All other Subjects: Pass Grade (50% and above)
Entering Degree Program
IELTS 6 or equivalent in all four skills
Graduating from Degree program All Subjects: Pass grade (50% and above)
All students are required to complete the degree or program requirements as
approved. The University reserves the right to make necessary module and
programme changes to meet current educational standards and to comply
with MQA (Malaysia Quality Assurance) and MOHE (Ministry of Higher
Education) regulations. Students will be advised through Student Affairs of
any programme modifications.
2.2
Attendance
2.2.1
Absences
As a matter of respect and courtesy for their fellow classmates and lecturers,
all students are expected to be punctual in attending classes. As part of
Malaysian Immigration regulations, all international students must satisfy
programme requirements by attending at least 80% of all the scheduled
classes (lectures and tutorials). At AIU, however, all students (both Malaysian
and international) are required to attend at least 90% of all scheduled classes.
Therefore class attendance is compulsory unless the student is able to provide
a Medical Certificate (MC) from a certified doctor. Attendance records will be
kept by faculty. If a student’s attendance falls below 90%, (inclusive of MC
absences), the University will issue a termination letter to the student. An
absence with an MC will be seen as an excused absence, but will still count
towards absences.
In regard to a pre-planned absence (e.g. scheduled surgery) students should
go to the Head of the Programme or Student Affairs to complete a leave of
absence form within 7 (seven) days before the date/s they will be away. Preplanned leave still counts towards absences.
2.3
Make–up work for Excused Absences
For absences due to valid reasons such as hospital stay and consultation with
a doctor, it is the responsibility of a student to return immediately to the
University to meet with the relevant faculty members to arrange for deadlines
for make–up work.
2.4
Submission of work
2.4.1 Late Submissions of work with pre-approval from faculty
Under special circumstances, students may request an extension in writing for
submission of work from a faculty member. Extensions are granted at the
discretion of the faculty according to department policy. There is a specific
form a student needs to complete for this – Request for Late Submission of
Assignment. – Which the student can get from the lecturer(s) concerned.
2.4.2 Late submission of work without pre-approval from faculty
Unless special circumstances are agreed with the lecturer and a late
submission request form is completed before the due date of an assignment,
any assignments submitted up to two working days late will receive no more
than an Unsatisfactory Grade (equivalent to less than 70% for the IEP or 50%
for the FSP).
2.5
Academic Honesty
AIU requires all students to adhere to high standards of integrity in their
academic work. The University takes dishonesty very seriously and
investigates all alleged offences in both assessed work and examinations.
Activities such as plagiarism and cheating will not be tolerated. Students who
have been proven guilty in such activities are subject to serious disciplinary
action and will be dealt with accordingly. The University has the discretion to
apply a range of penalties, ranging from a failed grade to dismissal from the
University.
2.5.1 Academic dishonesty and or cheating during test and examinations
include:
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Bringing and/or using unauthorized material (written, printed or
electronic in any format) into the examination room.
Taking an exam for someone else
Copying from another student’s assessed work or exam work
Using another individual’s identity to gain access into the
examination room
Obtaining a copy of the examination questions prior to the exam or
allowing your identity to be used for this purpose
Talking with or providing assistance to another student during an
examination
Removing examination books, worksheets, or test questions from
the examination room
Unauthorized assistance from others in any academic exercise,
including papers and homework assignments
Submission of the same work for more than one course without the
authorization of the lecturers
Submission of another student’s work as one’s own
2.5.2 Plagiarism
Students are expected to submit their own work. Students may NOT:

Make use of a writing service or pay someone to provide the work

Submit collaborative and/or group work without acknowledging the
work of others in the group
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Use others’ work without proper citation
The Institution takes a serious view of any form of plagiarism. Plagiarism is
defined as the act of taking the ideas, writings or creations of another person
as one's own. It is considered plagiarism whether this is done accidentally or
on purpose.
Examples of plagiarism include but are not limited to:
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Taking the work of others, either published or unpublished, in hard
copies or from the electronic sources such as the Internet, and
claiming it as your own. This includes not only written work but also
charts, graphs, graphics, etc.
Copying someone else’s work word for word or changing it
(paraphrasing) and turning it in as your own
Sharing your work with other individuals and allowing them to turn
it in as their own work

2.6
Getting someone else to revise and edit your work and claiming the
finished product as your own
If you are unsure if you are plagiarising, seek advice from faculty or
other academic staff
Deferment
Deferment from the IEP and FSP
Students may be permitted to defer under extreme and unpredictable change
of circumstance after entering the programme. The student would need to be
able to provide documentary evidence of your circumstances for such an
application to be approved. Deferred students can re-enter the program
provided that they do a placement test to determine the level of entry. The
student needs to complete the Deferment form, which is available from the
Registrar’s office. Deferment application will be reviewed by a committee
comprising of representatives of the academic faculty, Registrar’s office and
Students Affairs.
EXAMINATION REGULATIONS
1. Students must be appropriately attired according to the dress code stipulated by the
Student Affairs Department. NO slippers are allowed.
2. Students should bring their student cards and examination registration slip and/or
the identity card to sit for the Examination in every examination that they attend.
These should be placed on the right side of examination table until the examination
ends and to be checked by the invigilators.
3. Students are not allowed to :a. bring books or notes, papers, documents, pictures, pencil case or handbag
into the examination hall without invigilators’ permissions.
b. bring any electronic devices to the examination hall unless required for the
examination. Students are NOT allowed to bring in bags, handphones, and it
must be switched off and placed outside the hall.
c.
enter the examination hall 30 minutes after the examination begins.
d. leave the examination hall during the first 30 minutes and the last 15
minutes of examination.
e. communicate with each other and cause disturbance to other students
during the examination.
f.
leave the examination hall except to go to the toilet. They have to fill in the
Candidates In/Out Form when leaving the examination hall.
4. Students can only take an examination of the course that is listed in the Statement
of Qualification to sit for the Examination. If this is not observed, the answer script
will not be examined.
Students who do not observe these regulations or any of the Chief
Invigilator/Invigilator’s instructions can be barred from taking the examination or can be
brought to the Student Disciplinary Action Board, and if found guilty, can be penalized
under Section 46, Act 555 of Private Higher Educational Institution Act 1996 or other
enforceable Acts. Any students who are found guilty of a disciplinary offence can be
charged with a maximum penalty of dismissal from college.
1. These rules should be displayed at the entrance of the examination hall
2. The chief invigilator should read the above regulations before the examination
begins.
AIU GRADING SYSTEM
Letter Grade
Percentage
Grade Points
Description
A*
>90
4.0
DISTINCTION
A
80-89
3.5
EXCELLENT
B
70-79
3.0
VERY GOOD
C
60-69
2.5
GOOD
D
50-59
2.0
PASS
E
40-49
1.0
REDEEMABLE FAIL
F
<39
0
FAIL
AIU GRADE DESCRIPTOR
Element
Weight
A*
A
B
C
D
E
F
Knowledge
2
++++
++++
+++
++
+
+
0
Thinking Skills:
Reflection & Analysis
Thinking Skills:
Use of Source Material
Transferable Skills:
Use of Language
Originality and
Creativity
2
++++
++++
+++
++
+
+
0
1
++++
+++
+++
++
++
0
0
1
++++
+++
+++
++
+
+
0
1
++++
++++
+++
+++
++
0
0
0.5
++++
++++
+++
+++
++
+
0
Impression
Element
Knowledge
Thinking Skills:
Reflection & Analysis
Thinking Skills:
Use of Source Material
Transferable Skills:
Use of Language
Originality and Creativity
Impression
Description
Completeness of the scope of knowledge and
understanding of the subject matter
Ability to analyze critically with wide range of
appropriate criteria.
Ability to use well supported and extended range
of references
Ability to use standard language
Answers are organized nicely with annotations
and tabulations when necessary. Ideas are novel.
General outlook of answers. Good arrangements
of sentences and continuity of ideas.
CFS: Work Distribution
Mathematics Package
English Package
Subject Code
(R*)
Subject Title
Credit
Hours
Lecture (S*)
Tutorial (S*)
Lecturers
FBM114 (100)
Algebra
4
4H x 1G (100)
1H x 4G (25)
Amirul
FBM124 (100)
Statistic
4
4H x 1G (100)
1H x 4G (25)
Khyasudeen
FBM134 (100)
Calculus
4
4H x 1G (100)
1H x 4G (25)
Rajasegeran
FLE114A (100)
English I
4
4H x 3G (35)
2H x 3G (35)
Mazlin, Mohamad, Norehan
FLE114B (100)
English I
4
4H x 3G (35)
2H x 3G (35)
Nazri, Yoong, Intan
FLE114C (100)
English I
4
4H x 3G (35)
2H x 3G (35)
Hicham, Rika, Lor
FCC113 (100)
3
3H (100)
1H x 4G (25) - CL
Azam
3
3H (100)
1H x 4G (25) - CL
Nisha
3
3H (100)
1H x 4G (25) - CL
Asna
FLG114 (100)
Computer &
Internet
Information
Technology
Information
Literacy
L & Thinking Skill
4
4H x 3G (35)
1H x 3G (35)
Kantha, Rusnizah
FLG124 (100)
Comm. Skill
4
4H x 3G (35)
1H x 2G (35)
Hicham, Grace
FSG116 (300)
Co-curriculum and
Leadership
Introduction to
Business
6
2H x 3G (100)
1H x 12G (25)
(John), Hamidah, Huda, Salina
3
3H x 2G (50)
-
Shaliza
ICT Package
FCC123 (100)
FCC133 (100)
Generic Subjects
Business
FBB133 (100)
ALL Lectures and Tutorials: 1 hour in duration.
(S*): Maximum Number of Students per Group
(R*): Maximum Number of Students Registered per Subject
H: Lecture/Tutorial hours/week G: Groups
CL: Computer Laboratory
ALL students must register for FSG116 and FLE114 (either A, B or C) + a minimum of three other subjects (Maximum Credit Hours allowed: 25)
HEAD, CENTRE FOR
FOUNDATION STUDIES
Dr. Syed Shahar Bin Syed
Ahmad Barakbah
Welcome to AiU, Albukhary International University, the Humaniversity.
I feel very privileged to be given this space to address AiU students. Let me; firstly,
congratulate all students for having been selected to enrol in this University. The hands
of man, the mortals, processed your selection here but it is actually the Divine, the
Almighty that chose you to be here. Remember always to be grateful to God; regardless
your belief. Let us always remember the generosity of the Founder of the University; let
us pray for his health and prosperity. And let us also thank the Almighty that we cross
paths to perform constructive deeds, either singly or in groups, to sustain and improve
lives in this planet.
Students of AiU are indeed privileged. Education is free. Food and lodging are free. We
expose you to the opportunities and the art to helping others. And we ensure too that
your pockets are not empty! With these privileges come responsibilities. We ask that
you take care of your beautiful residences and its surrounding. We ask you to love and
respect your peers, your teachers, your elders and your fellow human. We ask you to
study hard and to study smart. We ask you to uphold the good name of the University
wherever you are. They’re good blend of giving and asking. These blends will insyaAllah
shape you into a caring all-rounder, ready to serve mankind.
My staff and I are always available to assist and guide you and I pray that all of us be
guided to always do the right things.
Our very best wishes to all.
LIST OF STAFFS
CENTRE FOR FOUNDATION STUDIES
Dr. SYED SHAHAR BIN
AHMAD BARAKBAH
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT
Ph.D (Sydney).
shahar@aiu.edu.my
04-7747392
SYED
Mdm. AZLINA BT JAMALUDIN
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
B.B.A, RMIT UNIVERSITY
azlina@aiu.edu.my
04-7747419
Assoc. Prof. ABDUL LATIFF MD.
AHOUD
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
M. Eng. PHYSICS McMASTER
UNIVERSITY
Co-ordinator, Intensive
Mathematics Programme (IMP).
abdullatiff@aiu.edu.my
04-7747393
Mr. MOHAMAD AYUB B MAT ZAIN
Co-ordinator, Intensive English
Programme (IEP)
M. Ed., O.U.M
ayub@aiu.edu.my
04-7747401
Mr. KHYASUDEEN B ABD MAJID
SENIOR LECTURER
Co-ordinator Mathematics
M.Sc. SCIENCE
EDUCATION,UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
khyasudeen@aiu.edu.my
04-7747405
Mr. AZAMUDDIN B ABDUL
RAHMAN
LECTURER
Co-ordinator ICT
M.Sc. I.T., U.U.M
azamuddin@aiu.edu.my
04-7747420
Mr. AHMAD NAZRI B ABDULLAH
SENIOR LECTURER
M.A. ENGLISH, CENTRAL MISSOURI
STATE UNIVERSITY
Ahmadnazri@aiu.edu.my
04-7747407
Mr. PARISUTHAM JOHN BRITTO
LECTURER
MASTER IN JOURNALISM AND MASS
COMMUNICATION, ADVERTISING
AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
MADURAI KAMARAJAR UNIVERSITY,
INDIA
john@aiu.edu.my
04-7747433
Mr. HICHAM LAHLOU
LECTURER
Co-ordinator English
M. IN ENGLISH LINGUISTICS, U.K.M
hicham@aiu.edu.my
04-7747402
Mr. AMLAN B AMAN
SENIOR LECTURER
M. IN KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
AND MULTIMEDIA, M.M.U
a.amlan@aiu.edu.my
04-7747400
Mr. KANTHA KUMAR RAMASAMY
SENIOR LECTURER
M. Ed., UNIVERSITY OF BATH,
ENGLAND
kanthakumar@aiu.edu.my
04-7747411
Ms. GRACIA PARAN
LECTURER
M.A. TEACHING ENGLISH
LANGUAGE
DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY,
PHILIPPINES
gracia@aiu.edu.my
04-7747416
Tn. HJ MOHAMED B ALIAS
LECTURER
M.Ed., TEACHING OF ENGLISH
OVERSEAS
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF
MANCHESTER, U.K
mohamed@aiu.edu.my
04-7747403
Mr. LOR KIAT SENG
LECTURER
M. ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING,
UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER, U.K
kiatseng@aiu.edu.my
04-7747417
Mdm. RUSNIZAH BT OTHMAN
LECTURER
B.A APPLIED LINGUISTICS,
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
rusnizah@aiu.edu.my
04-7747415
Ms. NUR KHAIRUNNISHA BT
ZAINAL
LECTURER
M.Sc. INFORMATION MGMT. UiTM
nurkhairunnisha@aiu.edu.my
04-7747408
Mdm. MAZLIN BT AZIZAN
LECTURER
M.A. E.S.L, I.I.U.M
mazlin@aiu.edu.my
04-7747412
Mr. MOHD AMIRUL B MAHAMUD
LECTURER
M.Sc. MATHEMATICS, U.S.M
amirul@aiu.edu.my
04-7747418
Mr. RAJASEGERAN RAMASAMY
LECTURER
M.Sc. MATHEMATICS, U.S.M
rajasegeran@aiu.edu.my
04-7747409
Ms. ASNA KHAIRUN BINTI ABDUL
RAHMAN
LECTURER
M. Sc. INFORMATION &
COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY,
U.U.M
asnakhairun@gmail.com
Mr.YOONG GUAN CHIANG
M.Sc. T.E.S.L, U.P.M
LECTURER
guanchiang@aiu.edu.my
04-7747 423
Mdm. NURUL HUDA BINTI HASSAN
BAKRI
M.A. E.S.L, I.I.U.M
LECTURER
nurulhuda@aiu.edu.my
04-7747424
Dr. SOH OR KAN
Ph.D ED., U.o.H
LECTURER
orkan@aiu.edu.my
04-7747 425
Mr. DEVAENDREN A/L SUPPIAH
L.L.B HONS. U.o.L, (REGD. FOR
MASTERS)
ASST. LECTURER
deveandren@aiu.edu.my
04-7747422
Ms. HAMIDAH HALIM
B. Ed HONS. T.E.S.L, UNISEL,
(REGD. FOR MASTERS)
ASST. LECTURER
hamidah@aiu.edu.my
04-7747427
Ms. SALINAYANTYI SALIM
M. APPLIED LINGUISTICS ,U.B.D
LECTURER
salinayanti@aiu.edu.my
04-7747423
Mr. AZNI BIN ABDUL RASHID
M. APPLIED LINGUISTICS, U.U.M
LECTURER
azniabdul@aiu.edu.my
04-7747429
Ms. RIKA DIANA BTE BUSRI
M.A. LINGUISTICS AND ENGLISH
LANGUAGE STUDIES, U.S.M
rikadiana@aiu.edu.my
04-7747428
Ms. INTAN SYAHIDAH BINTI
ZULKAFA
M.A E.S.L, I.I.U.M
LECTURER
intansyahidah@aiu.edu.my
04-7747424
Ms. LYDIAWANI CHE ISMAIL
B.H.S.C ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND
LITERATURE , I.I.U.M, (REGD. FOR
MASTERS)
ASST. LECTURER
lydiawani@aiu.edu.my
04-7747430
Ms. HASLINA MD. NOOR
M.A. E.S.L, I.I.U.M
LECTURER
haslina@aiu.edu.my
04-7747432
Dr. NOREHAN BINTI HAJI HUSSEIN
SENIOR LECTURER
Ph.D. EBERHARD – KARLS
UNIVERSITAT , TUBINGEN
GERMANY
norehan.hussein@gmx.de
Mr. JAMIE ALFREDO CABRERA
LECTURER
Ph.D. COMMUNICATION (DISS.
LEV.) BANGKOK UNIVERSITY,
THAILAND
jaime@aiu.edu.my
Mr. MUHAMMAD MUHAMMAD
HASAN AL-AIDAROUS
LECTURER
M.A. LINGUISTICS/LANGUAGE
STUDIES, U.K.M
m.hasan@aiu.edu.my
04-7747436
Mr. MOHD HAZRUL AZMAN B
ZAKARIA
ASSISTANT LECTURER
B. Ed. T.E.S.L, UNISEL
hazrul@aiu.edu.my
04-7747404
Mdm. WAN MASZIRA BT. MEGAT
SHAPII
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
maszirahafiz@yahoo.com
COURSE SYNOPSIS

English (FLE 114)
The course develops English Language proficiency in an integrated way and focuses on
effective reading strategies, writing cohesive paragraphs and summaries, active
listening, and the use of a wide range of vocabulary and correct grammar. It enables
students to use the language effectively in their everyday communication and in
particular for academic discourse in preparation for the language demands of
undergraduate studies.

Mathematics-Algebra (FBM 114)
Basic of algebra focusing on types of expressions and equations. The algebra of matrix
and its application. Solving equations and inequalities to types and properties of
functions.

Information Literacy (FCC 133)
The course is design to develop basic understanding and knowledge about information
literacy. The skills of the Information Literacy process include the identification of a
problem and the ability to select the appropriate tools to locate the information.
Students are also expected to be able to analyse and use the information and to
evaluate the information resources effectively.

Learning & Thinking Skills (FLG 114)
The course focuses on the understanding and application of learning skills in preparation
for undergraduate studies. Included in the content are learning experiences to practice
time management skills, stress management, learning skills and ability to work
individually or in group. This course introduces strategies for students to explore and
apply to become-solvers in a variety of situations, e.g. in the academic environment,
social, cultural, local and global community. Students participate in activities designed
to help develop their own creativity, and discuss the creative process from various
theoretical perspectives. Applications are on such topics as creative individuals,
environments that tend to enhance creative functioning, and related educational issues.
Discussions with artist, scientist and other particularly involved in the creative process
focus on their techniques, and on ways in which creativity can be nurtured.

Co-Curriculum and Leadership (FSG 116)
The course provides students with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes
regarding the theory, ethics and values of service. It elaborates on groups,
organizations, leadership and community work and expects students to apply these in
real life situation of community work.

English (FLE 114)
This course provides relevant learning experiences to integrate the four language skills
[Reading, Writing, Listening, and speaking] in ways that are participative and
experiential. It develops proficiency and confidence in using the English language to
meet the language demands of undergraduate studies and academically discourse. It
emphasizes the development of effective reading strategies, academic writing skills,
vocabulary skills, correct grammar as well as related generic skills such as ICT skills and
team work.

Mathematics-Calculus (FBM 134)
The course provides the basic ideas in derivatives and its application. Derivatives
include polynomial, rational, logarithmic and exponential functions. The concepts and
rules of integration are used to integration are used to evaluate the functions.

Introduction to Computers and the Internet (FCC 113)
Introduction to the basic concepts of a computer system i.e. computer hardware,
networks, operating systems and Web2.0 tools. Knowledge and introductory application
skills of multi-purpose software will be emphasized along with programs/application
software including Word processing, Spread sheets, Presentations and Internet
applications.

Communication Skills (FLG 124)
This course focuses on the understanding and application of the elements and principles
of effective communication in preparation for undergraduate studies. Included in the
content are learning experiences to practice and enhance critical listening, note-taking
and presentation skills participation in group discussions, as well as the ability to select
relevant information and work effectively in team.

English (FLE 114)
This course focuses on advanced level language skills to support integrated critical
thinking and reading skills to evaluate information. It addresses the ability to express
and articulate views and put forward sound arguments in written and spoken language.
Grammar and vocabulary enable proficiency to meet the language demands of
undergraduate studies. It also emphasizes team work and problem-solving skills.

Mathematics-Statistic (FBM 124)
Introduction to basic concepts in statistics including data collection, presentation and
analysis. Measurement of central tendency and dispersion in graphical and numerical
form. The concepts of probability, significance levels and various types of distribution to
carry out simple hypothesis testing.

Introduction to Information Technology (FCC 123)
The course is design to introduce students with the broad and evolving field of
information technology including database design and web development. This course
also focuses on information systems and the emerging role of database as the
foundation of storing and sharing information on the internet and the World Wide Web.
Besides that, students will be exposed with Web2.0 tools as a social network within an
academic environment for sharing information.

Introduction to Business (FBB 133)
This course addresses the need for business professional to have a background in
business studies to face the global business challenges competition in the market place
and the green movement as well as managing a business in the midst of economic ups
and down.
RESPECT FOR UNIVERSITY PROPERTY
Say NO to Vandalism
We want our campus, its surroundings and contents to be treated with care and
respect. Our campus is a reflection of those in it and we want it to be attractive and
inviting. Students are expected to treat the campus and its contents with respect.
Therefore, students kindly take note:
Please do not use the cricket training pitch as a football field and damaging the
training pitch equipment (wicket and netting).
Please ensure using the correct shoes when entering the par course area (football
sport shoes with the studs will damage the surface)
Fishing at the pond is not allowed since the area is being protected for newly
introduced plants.
The positions of the rubbish bins have been located properly. Please do not move
them around.
OTHER INFORMATION/CONTACTS
SECURITY OFFICE-EMERGENCY CONTACT:
Security Office (Hotline)
019-4186357
TAXI
Alor Setar, North Kedah Taxi Association
(8.00am – 6.00pm)
04-7332360
Shahab Perdana Taxi Station
04-7336843
Mr. Hardee
(from AIU)
013-6308318
PARCELS
Ms. Suraini Ghazali (Security Department)
04-7747383