Overview
The American Degree Transfer Program (ADTP) at 黑料社offers a flexible and globally recognised pathway to complete the first part of an internationally accredited degree before transferring to leading universities in the United States, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Built on the American liberal arts education model and developed in collaboration with international partner universities, ADTP combines major-specific and general education courses that empower students with competencies across a broad range of innovative disciplines while fostering independence, lifelong learning, critical thinking, leadership, and effective communication. Through a vibrant campus experience, personalised academic advising, and comprehensive transfer support from course planning and credit transfer to university applications and visa guidance students become globally connected, culturally competent, and inclusive individuals who are well prepared to contribute meaningfully to society and thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Duration
Students will spend approximately 12 - 24 months (full-time) in 黑料社and another 24 - 36 months (full-time) in the university they will complete their degree at, whether in the USA, Canada or other locations.
Education Pathway
Students can join us upon completion of their secondary education. Most students will spend between 12 and 24 months in the ADTP.
Our Partners
Equivalency tables with partners from various institutions are available. Students have been accepted for transfer even to institutions which are not listed as partners. Please see below for more information.
- USA
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Europe
- Asia
Potential Major
There are more than 1000 majors available. Students can choose any field of study to major in whether in Art-related fields, Business, Social Sciences or 鈥淪cience Technology Engineering and Mathematics鈥濃 (STEM) fields.
Popular majors include:
- Actuarial Science
- Business
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Liberal Arts
- Natural Sciences
- Psychology
- RM29,600
for Malaysian students
- USD7,407
for international students
Programme Structure
Core Subjects
Core subjects are subjects that provide knowledge required for specific majors or fields of study. These subjects prepare the students for higher level courses in their chosen major. Students need to complete these subjects before taking their major subjects. Subjects in this area may range between 20 and 30 credit hours.
General Education Subjects
General Education subjects are referred to as General Education Requirements, and are compulsory for all students to broaden their exposure. These subjects will provide students with an overview of other disciplines and help them in their future career advancement. Subjects in this area may range between 25 and 35 credit hours.
MOHE Subjects
MOHE subjects are required by the Ministry of Higher Education. The subjects will help students appreciate Malaysian culture. The cost of the subjects is already included in the resource fee. Students are encouraged to include these subjects for their transfer. Some U.S. universities accept subjects in this area to fulfill a general requirement or an elective requirement.
ADTP Majors
Sample program structures for majors under ADTP Arts:
- Business
- Communication
- Liberal Arts
- Music Performance
- Digital Film and Production
- Contemporary Music Using Audio Technology
Sample program structures for majors under ADTP Science/Engineering:
Entry Requirements
ADTP (Arts)
For Business, Communication, Filmmaking, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts and related majors
- SPM / O-Level
- Pass with a minimum of 5 credits (including English)
- Unified Examination Certificate
- 5 Grade Bs (including English)
- 5 Grade Bs (including English)
ADTP (Science/Engineering)
For STEM fields: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Aviation, Computer Science, some Social Sciences, Psychology or related majors
- SPM / O-Level
- Pass with a minimum of 5 credits (including English & Mathematics or any Science subject)
- Unified Examination Certificate
- 5 Grade Bs (including English and Mathematics or any Science subject)
An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-6) (Recognition of Prior Learning)
(Click on this link for further information on APEL.A)
English Language Requirements
Student who does not have a Credit in English may substitute it with:
- IELTS 5.0 or equivalent
- Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP): Pass Level 4 with minimum 50%
American Degree Transfer Programme Alumni Sharing Session
For further information about this premier programme, you are invited to join us for a preview. To register for the preview.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Special Scholarship 2026
Secure a scholarship with your Trial Results!
This scholarship is open to all Malaysian students who will be studying full-time in this programme.Eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their application for the Special Scholarship online before or by
- 20 October 2025 (For IGCSE November 2025 exam students)
- 19 January 2026 (For SPM 2025 exam students)
For more information about this scholarship, kindly visit the on the SEG Scholarships website.
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