matriks vs. asasi: an update

Since I observed that my old post about matriculation vs. foundation (asasi) was getting quite a number of views for the past month or so, I think it's a good idea to put some new words in on the topic. Because that old post is just...OLD.

I'm an ex-asasian, as I like to call it. I did foundation in engineering at UiTM for a year. FYI, that was one of the best year of studying I've had. =) But that's mostly owing to great classmates and roommates. Lucky me!

Now let's talk about the basics of both matriks and asasi.

If I'm not mistaken, what you'll study in both lines are almost the same. For example, in matriks, if you choose to do physics, you'll study the same thing as you will in asasi engineering. 

But during my time in asasi, we have additional subjects like Computing, Introduction to Engineering, etc.

The difference is that, with asasi, you're being directed onto a more specific path. Although, if your results permit it, you can choose a different path. What I mean is with asasi, there are engineering...science...law...TESL... These are all designed to make it that much easier for you to get into a degree programme related to the said foundation programme. Engineering to engineering. Science to medicine, pharmaceutical, etc. Law to law, and TESL to TESL or languages, etc.

Of course, if after you're done with foundation in engineering, you want to go and do business, you still can. Provided you meet the requirements.

Actually, it's almost the same if you do matriks. The advantage of asasi is that it's easier to get into the univesity you're studying in than if you are from matriks. But that may be just my opinion.

How about the environment?

Asasi programme are conducted in universities, therefore, you'll feel more like a university student already. Matriculations aren't that university-like. It's more like that transition from high school to university life. Not to sound like a snob because I'm from asasi, but it's the truth. When I started doing my degree with a whole class of students from matriks, I could see the difference straight away. Sure, I got used to it. But things aren't the same.

Everything simplified, I would still choose asasi over matriks. 

I feel more mature and more independent. 

I didn't know what I wanted to take for degree, but I just went with the flow, and found my calling eventually. At least, I hope it is my true calling. 

If you don't know exactly what you want to do yet, I'd advise you to take up foundation programme, matriks or A-levels. If you already know exactly what you want to do, go ahead and take a diploma program, or a specific foundation programme. 

The most important thing is to think about what YOU want to do.

Don't just follow your friends. What they do might not be best for you. What you do might not be best for them.

Take what your family says into consideration as well.

Decide. Take responsibility of your own actions. Be more independent.

Think about the present.

Think about the future.

Think.

(And now, I shall avoid going into one of my poetic moods. Pardon me, I'm reading Wuthering Heights at the moment. Old English. My language usually reflects what I'm reading. So.)