PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

The University Bridging Programme, also known as the UniBridge, was first launched in January 2010 with the aim of opening doors of opportunities to members of the public who wish to pursue further education in Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), and who have not quite met the entry requirements of the University.

It is a one semester full-time programme which will not only prepare you for the qualification needed to enter UBD, but also for student life in a university setting. You will find the programme highly challenging and possibly more demanding than any of your previous academic studies. However, we believe that this programme serves as an excellent preparation for further study in UBD's Bachelor degree programmes. Staffs look for enthusiasm, commitment and active participation of students in all modules offered under UniBridge.

Successful completion of the UniBridge programme enables you to apply for admission to UBD's Bachelor degrees programmes - Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Sciences and Bachelor of Arts (Brunei Studies).

  • List of modules

    Core Modules (12 Modular Credits)

    Code Title Modular Credits
    CU-0201 Introduction to University Study 4
    CU-0202 Developing the Skills of Academic Literacy 4
    CU-0203 Developing the Skills of Academic Numeracy & IT 4

    Optional Modules (Minimum 4 Modular Credits)

    Code Title Modular Credits
    CU-0301 Business & Management for University Study 4
    CU-0302 Health Sciences for University Study 4
    CU-0303 Arts & Social Sciences for University Study 4
    CU-0304 Sciences for University Study 4
    CU-0305 Warisan Brunei Darussalam untuk Pengajian Universiti 4

    * The optional module determines your intended degree programme. Nevertheless, you are encouraged to take more than one optional module to broaden your academic choices.



    Upon successful completion of UniBridge, and subject to fulfilling the requirements of faculties, you are able to apply for admission to Universiti Brunei Darussalam’s Bachelor degrees - Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Health Science, or Bachelor of Science (excluding all twinning programmes).

  • Entry Requirements
    Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications in order to satisfy the general requirements for admission:
    Minimum Qualifications (either one of the following requirements)
    GCE A’ Level 120 points for two (2) passes of a minimum grade D
    OR
    120 points for three (3) passes at GCE 'A’ Level or equivalent in subjects relevant to the intended Bachelor degree
    International Baccalaureate 22 points
    Work Experience 1 pass at GCE ' A' Level or equivalent with at least 3 years of full-time work experience
    OR
    4 credits at GCE 'O' Level or equivalent with at least 5 years of full-time work experience
    Bachelor Degree First year of Bachelor degree from institutions recognised by Senate would be considered on a case-by-case basis
    Diploma A pass in an Education Diploma from UBD of at least 3 years of study
    Higher National Diploma or Advanced Diploma A pass in HND or Advanced Diploma or its equivalent
    Minimum English Requirement (either one of following requirements)
    GCE O’ Level A credit in English Language at GCE 'O' Level
    IGCSE English as a Second language Grade B
    IELTS 6.0
    TOEFL 550
    Bachelor degree-specific requirements
    Bachelor of Business A credit in Mathematics at GCE 'O' Level or equivalent for intended entry into the Bachelor of Business programme.
    Bachelor of Health Science 3 passes of a minimum grade D at GCE 'A' Level or equivalent for intended entry into the Bachelor of Health Science programme
    Successful performance in an interview or test (if required).
    Notes
    Applicants intending to apply for the Brunei Government Scholarship to study in the Bachelor degree after the successful completion of the UniBridge programme must also obtain a credit in Bahasa Melayu at GCE ‘O’ level and a higher IELTS score of 6.5 (if applicable).
    The UniBridge programme is not recognised as alternative qualification to GCE ‘A’ Levels for the Brunei Government In-Service Training Scheme. Brunei Government In-Service applicants intending to apply for the Brunei Government In-Service Training Scheme to study in the Bachelor degree after the successful completion of the UniBridge programme must also possess the minimum requirements for the Scheme.
    Short-listed applicants may be called for an interview or an entrance test set by the faculty concerned.
  • Fees
    Fees
    Registration and Administration Fee BND 120
    Tuition fee
    Local (Brunei citizens and permanent Residents) BND500 per module
    International BND700 per module
  • How to apply
    Please apply and submit via online through the UBD Admission Application Form
    Intake Closing Date For Applications
    August Refer to the UBD Admission Application Form
    January Refer to the UBD Admission Application Form

Unibridge Course

In UniBridge, you are required to take a minimum of four modules or accumulate a minimum of 16 modular credits. It is comprised of three core modules and at least one optional module:

The UniBridge programme will

  • - Provide a clear route into Universiti Brunei Darussalam’s Bachelor degrees programmes.
  • - Provide specially-designed modules related to the academic field intended to be studied at undergraduate level.
  • - Provide a range of study and communication skills to enable students to succeed in undergraduate study.
  • - Improve overall English proficiency and ability to use academic English appropriately and effectively at undergraduate level.
  • - Introduce students to a university educational system and its academic culture.

  • LEARN FROM INDUSTRY AND ACADEMIC EXPERTS

    Courses are developed and taught by industry and academic experts

  • AT YOUR OWN PACE ANYTIME ANYWHERE

    Learn using digital resources and offline classes - weekends or evenings

  • EARN A SIGNED CERTIFICATE

    accredited by the Universiti of Brunei Darussalam to recognize your achievement

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