Undergraduate

International Students Guide

 Malaysia
A Lifetime Experience
Malaysia, situated in
Southeast Asia, boasts of
being one of the major tourist
destinations in the world.
Cultures have been meeting
and mixing in Malaysia since
the very beginning of its
history. Malaysias cultural
mosaic is marked by many
different cultures, but several
in particular had especially
lasting influence on the
country. Chief among these
is the ancient Malay culture,
and the cultures of Malaysias
two most prominent
trading partners throughout
historythe Chinese, and the
Indians. These three groups
are joined by a dizzying array
of indigenous tribes, many
of which live in the island of
Borneo. Although each of
these cultures has vigorously
maintained its traditions and
community structures, they
have also blended together
to create contemporary
Malaysias uniquely diverse
heritage resulting in the
experience of gastronomical
journey.
 University of Malaya
History & Establishment
Establishment: University
of Malaya derives its name
from the term Malaya as the
country was then known.
The University has its roots
in Singapore with the
establishment of King Edward
VII College of Medicine in
1905. In 1949 University of
Malaya was formed with the
amalgamation of King Edward
VII College of Medicine and
Raffles College (founded in
1928) in Singapore. The growth
of the University was very
rapid during the first decade
of its establishment and this
resulted in the setting up of
two autonomous Divisions in
1959, one located in Singapore
and the other in Kuala Lumpur.
In 1960, the government of
the two territories indicated
their desire to change the
status of the Divisions into
that of a national university.
Legislation was passed in 1961
and the University of Malaya
was established on 1st January
1962.

Vision
To be an internationally renowned institution of higher
learning in research, innovation, publication and teaching.

Mission
To advance knowledge and learning through
quality research and education for the nation and
for humanity.
 10 Great Reasons to Study at UM
OUR PROUD RESEARCH
HISTORY UNIVERSITY
STATUS
With more than 50 Research
UM is the first public university established in Malaysia with a long history
of producing notable alumni and contributed to the development of the Centres under 6 Research Clusters,
country. Since its inception in 1905, it has achieved numerous accolades UM is one of Malaysias Premier
and will continue to deliver the best academic experience, excellent Research University and one of the
research, and world class educational facilities. leading Research University in Asia.

STRATEGIC GREAT
LOCATION DIVERSITY
UM is situated in Kuala Lumpur, the UM hosts more than 3,500
capital city of Malaysia, and is the only international students from over
Malaysian public university located in 80 countries.
the capital city. Studying in UM, one
can gain additional advantages from
its proximity to the city.

ACADEMIC OUR ILLUSTRIOUS

PROGRAMMES
Over 200 programmes are offered covering the whole spectrum of
learning from Arts, Sciences, and Humanities. Among all more than 23
courses are listed in QS World Top 200 subject rankings.
ALUMNI
UM has produced notable alumni that have contributed
significantly towards the development of Malaysia and
abroad including a number of former Prime Ministers like
Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohammed and Tun Dr. Ahmad Abdullah
Badawi.

ACADEMIC QUALITY
PROGRAMMES ASSURANCE
WITH WORLD-WIDE Since 2002, the University of Malaya

RECOGNITIONS
Granted self-accredited educational institutions by the Malaysian
has maintained the MS ISO 9001:2000
certification, being the first Malaysian
public higher education institution to
Qualifications Agency (MQA) since 2009 our academic programmes are receive a comprehensive certification
recognized world-wide including a number of courses that are accredited for all its academic processes.
by international accreditation bodies such as Washington Accord
(Engineering), and The Association of MBA (AMBA).

STRONG WORLDS TOP 150

INTERNATIONAL
COLLABORATIONS
With more than 500 international collaborative partners UM
offered prestigious opportunities for its students whether through
Student Mobility Programmes, Dual Degree, or Joint Research.
UNIVERSITIES
University of Malaya is currently placed at number 29 in the Asian University
Ranking 2015 and was ranked 146 in the 2015 QS World University Ranking,
being the only Malaysian University making a mark in the list of the world top
150 universities and it has emerged as the only Malaysian university to break
into the top 30 of the 2015 QS Asian University Ranking.
 Students

INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS
PERCENTAGE OF ENROLMENT

3,100
UNDERGRADUATES
EMPLOYED WITHIN LOCAL STUDENTS
3 MONTHS UPON ENROLMENT

7,200
STUDY COMPLETION POSTGRADUATE

80.50% (FROM 80 COUNTRIES)

UNDERGRADUATE
800
5,800 POSTGRADUATE
UNDERGRADUATE
(FROM 52 COUNTRIES)

( FROM MORE THAN 80

COUNTRIES)

2,912
TOTAL ACADEMIC
Staff 2,976
NON ACADEMIC STAFF
STAFF (SUPPORT STAFF)

847
INTERNATIONAL
636
NON ACADEMIC STAFF
(MANAGEMENT AND
ACADEMIC STAFF
PROFESSIONAL)

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC STAFF FROM MORE THAN 60 COUNTRIES INCLUDES:

Algeria Canada Indonesia Jordan Thailand
Australia China Iraq Netherlands United Kingdom
Austria France Iran Nigeria United States
Bangladesh Germany Italy Philippines Yemen
Brazil India Japan South Korea

*Figure as of October 2015

 UM by 20 4
Numbers FACULTIES INSTITUTES

16,900
STUDENTS
IN TOTAL

300 2,912
*Figure as of October 2015

PROFESSORS ACADEMIC
STAFF
MORE THAN

900
ACRES CAMPUS
RANKED
AMONG TOP

30
MORE THAN

200
DEGREE UNIVERSITY
IN ASIA
PROGRAMMES

Entry Language
Requirements
National Higher School Certificate (or an
Requirements
Advanced Level equivalent) with the grade Students must obtain:
80% and above TOEFL score of 550 (PBT), 213 (CBT) or 79-80
or (IBT) and above
A Diploma from recognized Institutions or
with at least a CGPA of 3.00. IELTS Band 6.0
Applicant may be required to undergo or
an interview session for certain selection General Certificate of Secondary Education
programme. University of Cambridge with a credit pass
(Ordinary Level/Advance Level)
Programmes Offered for
International Students &
Fee Structure
APPROXIMATE
DURATION AVERAGE FEES
FACULTY/PROGRAMME
(USD)
SEMESTER YEAR
ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES

Bachelor of Arts Chinese Studies D 6* 3 7,000

Bachelor of Arts Anthropology and Sociology 7 3.5 7,000
Bachelor of Arts English 7 3.5 7,000

Bachelor of Arts History D 7 3.5 7,000

Bachelor of Arts Indian Studies D 7 3.5 7,000

Bachelor of Arts International and Strategic Studies 7 3.5 7,000
Bachelor of Arts Southeast Asian Studies 7 3.5 7,000

Bachelor of East Asian Studies D 7 3.5 7,000

Bachelor of Environmental Studies D 7 3.5 7,000

Bachelor of Geography D 7 3.5 7,000

Bachelor of Media Studies D 7 3.5 7,000

Bachelor of Social Administration 7* 3.5 7,000
BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Bachelor of Building Surveying 7* 3.5 9,100
Bachelor of Quantity Surveying 8 4 9,050
Bachelor of Real Estate 7* 3.5 9,100
Bachelor of Science Architecture 6** 3 8,000
Bachelor of Urban & Regional Planning 8 4 9,050
BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY
Bachelor of Accounting 8 4 9,200
Bachelor of Business Administration 7 3.5 7,700
ECONOMICS & ADMINISTRATION
Bachelor of Economics 7 3.5 7,700

ISLAMIC STUDIES D
Bachelor of Islamic Education (Islamic Studies) 8 4 8,000
Bachelor of Islamic Education (Quranic Studies) 8 4 8,000
Bachelor of Muamalat Management 8 4 8,000
Bachelor of Shariah (Fiqh and Usul) 7 3.5 8,000
Bachelor of Shariah (Islamic Astronomy) 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of Shariah (Islamic Political Science) 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of Shariah (Shariah and Economics) 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of Shariah and Law 8* 4 8,000
 APPROXIMATE
DURATION AVERAGE FEES
FACULTY/PROGRAMME
(USD)
SEMESTER YEAR
Bachelor of Usuluddin (Al-Quran and Al-Hadith) 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of Usuluddin (Aqidah and Islamic Thought) 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of Usuluddin (Dawah and Human Development) 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of Usuluddin (Islamic History and Civilisation) 7 3.5 7,100

MALAY STUDIES D
Bachelor of Malay Art 7 3.5 7,000
Bachelor of Malay Linguistics 7 3.5 7,000
Bachelor of Malay Literature 7 3.5 7,000
Bachelor of Malay Socio-Culture 7 3.5 7,000
Bachelor of Professional Malay Language 7 3.5 7,000
ENGINEERING
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing) 8* 4 10,600
Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering 8* 4 10,600
Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering (Prosthetics and Orthotics) 8*** 4 10,600
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering 8* 4 10,600
Bachelor of Civil Engineering 8 4 10,600
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Environmental) 8* 4 10,600
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering 8* 4 10,600
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Communications) 8* 4 10,600
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering 8* 4 10,600

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Materials) 8* 4 10,600

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Product Design) 8* 4 10,600

MEDICINE
Bachelor of Biomedical Science 8 4 8,700
EDUCATION

Bachelor of Counselling D 8 4 7,600

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education D 8 4 7,200

Bachelor of Education Teaching English as a Second Language 8 4 7,100
CULTURAL CENTRE
Bachelor of Dance 6* 3 7,400
Bachelor of Drama 6 3 7,300
Bachelor of Music 6* 3 7,300
SCIENCE
Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematic 7 3.5 7,600
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science 8 4 9,200
Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry 7 3.5 7,700
Bachelor of Science in Applied Geology 7 3.5 9,100
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry 7 3.5 8,000
Bachelor of Science in Biohealth 7 3.5 8,000
 APPROXIMATE
DURATION AVERAGE FEES
FACULTY/PROGRAMME
(USD)
SEMESTER YEAR
Bachelor of Science in Bioinformatics 7 3.5 9,100
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology 7 3.5 9,200
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry 7 3.5 7,700
Bachelor of Science in Ecology Biodiversity 7 3.5 8,000
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management 7 3.5 8,000
Bachelor of Science in Genetics 7 3.5 8,000
Bachelor of Science in Geology 7 3.5 9,200
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics 7 3.5 8,000
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology 7 3.5 8,000
Bachelor of Science in Physics 7 3.5 8,000
Bachelor of Science in Science and Technology Studies 7 3.5 8,000
Bachelor of Science in Statistics 7 3.5 7,600

LANGUAGES & LINGUISTICS D

Bachelor of Arabic Languages and Linguistics 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of Chinese Languages and Linguistics 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of English Languages and Linguistics 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of French Languages and Linguistics 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of German Languages and Linguistics 7 3.5 7,100
Bachelor of Spanish Languages and Linguistics 7 3.5 7,100
SPORTS SCIENCE
Bachelor of Sports Management Science 7 3.5 8,500

Bachelor of Sports Science (Exercise Science) 7 3.5 8,500

COMPUTER SCIENCE & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Computer Science (Artificial Intelligent) 7 3.5 9,100
Bachelor of Computer Science (Computer System and Networking) 7 3.5 9,100
Bachelor of Computer Science (Management Information System) 7 3.5 9,100
Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Engineering) 7 3.5 9,100
Bachelor of Information Technology (Multimedia) 7 3.5 9,100

Notes:
Programme with * is inclusive of 1 special semester
Programme with ** is inclusive of 2 special semesters
Programme with *** is inclusive of 3 special semesters
Programme with D may be taught in language other than English
SPECIAL SEMESTER is The Semester held after Semester II with a shorter period compared to a Normal Semester.
 Programmes Offered
by Semester
Academy/ Faculty/Centre Semester Semester
1 2
Academic of Malay Studies
Academic of Islamic Studies
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Faculty of Economics and
Administration
Faculty of Business and Accountancy
Faculty of Science
Cultural Centre
Faculty of Education X
Faculty of Languages and Linguistics X
Faculty of Built Environment X
Faculty of Engineering X
Faculty of Medicine X
Faculty of Computer Science and X
Information Technology
Sports Centre X

Programme Other Fees

Structure (to be charged to a successful applicant)
Medical Check-up Fee RM180-RM250
The academic programme is by the semester
Insurance Fee RM300-RM500 year
system and commences in September (Semester
International Student RM1,300 ( one time
I) and February (Semester II). Fee collection & non-
The medium of instruction is English (for all refundable)
science based courses). Visa Reference Application Fee
Some programmes in the Faculty of Arts and Indonesian RM 1,505.20*
Student
Social Sciences, Academy of Malay Studies, and
Academy of Islamic Studies however may use the Students from RM1,176.60 1,282.60*
other countries (Depending on student
Malay or Arabic Language. nationality)
*Fee is estimated according to EMGS and includes VDR
In general, the minimum and maximum Application Fee, Student Pass, Multiple Entries Visa, I-Card,
duration are as follows: Journey Performed Fee, EMGS Processing Fee and Immigration
Processing Fee
Programme Minimum Maximum
Duration (semesters) (semesters)
4 years 8 12
3 years 7 11
3 years 6 10
Note: A total of 120 - 151 credit hours are required to
complete a degree programme.
How to Apply?
1 Log on to http://e- 3 Confirm your application for
application.um.my University of Malayas evaluation
and create an After complete documents are uploaded, the University
account for online of Malaya will evaluate the application submitted
application accordingly.
Successful applicants will be notified through email
Application must be completed on-line not later than; after (one) 1 (two) 2 months from the date of completed
30th June (for Semester I, September intake) submission.
or
15th October (for Semester II, February intake) Note:
Closing of on-line application at 24.00hr (Malaysia Time) The University will not process applications sent
without the required documents and processing fees.
Cash is not acceptable and the processing fee is non-
Scan and Upload completed refundable.
2 documents on-line In case of submitting copies of documents, the
documents must be certified by your previous
school or the University of Malaya Offshore Offices or
Documents required for a complete on-line application: respective embassy.
1. Recent passport-size photographs with BLUE
background Further enquiries:
2. Original passport copy (front page only) International Student Centre (ISC),
Level 1, Block G, Perdanasiswa Complex,
3. Original or Certified copies of academic certificate 50603 University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
with detailed academic transcripts (Official Tel : +603-7697 7711/7712/7713/7714/7717/7718
translation is needed for applicants whose native Fax : +603-7967 7710
language is not English or Malay) Email : isc@um.edu.my
Website: www.isc.um.edu.my
4. Financial statement showing financial capability
from the bank or relevant institution for self-
financing students or a letter of guarantee for International Student Centre
sponsored students.
5. Transaction slip of USD60 processing fee made The University of Malaya has one of the most diverse
international student community, and international students
payable by telegraphic transfer to:
contribute significantly to all aspects of our campus.
Payee : Bursar University of Malaya
Our team at the ISC guides and supports international
Bank Account : 8001279998 students starting before their arrival on campus - right
Address : CIMB Bank Berhad, University up to the completion of their study at the University. We
of Malaya Branch 50603 Kuala are committed to assist all our international students in
Lumpur MALAYSIA their educational experience through a range of services
including:
SWIFT Code : CIBBMYKL 1. Student Visa Application
2. Student Enrolment
6. Official TOEFL or IELTS result 3. Student Exchange Programme
4. Student Accommodation
5. Student Activities
6. Student Insurance

Important Note About Visa with Reference (VWR)

International VWR is a visa issued by Once student received VAL, they Submission of
Applicant who is Malaysian Immigration given in are required to contact Malaysian documents to apply
offered a place to a form of Visa Approval Letter High Commission, Consulates or for VWR can be done
study in Malaysia (VAL). The process will normally Embassies at home country to online at
is required to take 1 to 2 months. Therefore obtain a Single Pass to travel to http://isc.um.edu.my
apply for a Visa students are advised to take Malaysia.
with Reference immediate action to apply (Further details please refer to
(VWR) before VWR upon receiving the offer EMGS website
entering the letter from the University. www.educationmalaysia.gov.my )
country.

For further information and inquiries please contact:

Visa Unit, International Student Centre, Level 2, Block G, Perdanasiswa Complex, University of Malaya
Email: visa_isc@um.edu.my Tel: +603 79677857 / 7858 / 7859 Fax: +603-7967 7029 Website: http://isc.um.edu.my
Students Life and Campus Services
Accommodation
On-Campus Residential College
(Dormitory)
The University of Malayas eleven
residential colleges are located on-
campus within walking distance to the
faculties. Two residential colleges are
located outside the university but in
an adjacent location. The colleges are
equipped with cafeteria, photocopy
shop, laundry, sports facilities, meeting
and project rooms, study rooms,
computer and printing facilities.
Off-Campus Private Accommodation
(Shared Flat/Apartment)
There are various type of off-campus
private accommodation located within
the neighboring areas such as Pantai
Dalam, Bangsar (North& South), Petaling
Jaya (Section 14, 16, 17). The rental can
be different depending on the locations,
size of the accommodation and the
facilities provided.

Library
With a current total collection of more than a
million titles UM Library consists of a Central
Library which provides library facilities for the
whole campus and a network of branch and
special libraries to meet the specific and special
needs of some faculties.
The collection comprises of books,
journals, conference proceedings, audio video,
microform, theses and dissertations. UML also
offers access to electronic resources such as
e-journals, databases, citation indexes, and
bibliographic management software.

Security Health On Campus

The University of Malaya
Security Office is responsible
for the safety and security of
the University staff, students,
premises as well as the various
high-tech machinery and
cutting edge research work
on University grounds. The
Security Office takes great
pride in ensuring the safety
and well-being our campus
community in the Universitys
compound and the provision
of security is supported by
state of the art equipments
and professional staff
members.
Services Shuttle
Service
Health Services provides primary medical care for
all registered University of Malaya students and
staff. Our health professionals work to promote
During term time the University
a safe, healthy environment for our campus operates a free inter-campus shuttle
community which is reflected in the Universitys
bus services that serves a number of
commitment of expert, expedient and excellent routes to ferry students between their
health care for the staff and students.
dormitories and the academic faculties.
The Health Care services are being catered via The Shuttle bus is provided for
the Student Health Clinic which provides affordable
the transfer of students and staff along
health care for our students of all levels and the the routes on campus for the purpose
University of Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) which
of attending lectures and/or any other
is one of the largest teaching public hospital in the University business. Additional services
country. The University also provides counselling
offered by external bus companies are
support for our students which is delivered by our available for routes outside campus and
team of practitioners in the Counseling & Career into the City Centre.
Section, Students Affairs Department.
 Sports & Recreation
The University of Malaya has excellent outdoor and indoor sports and recreational
facilities to cater to the needs of its Campus Community. Among the excellent

Cafeteria & sporting facilities which includes the Sports Arena, an Olympic sized swimming
pool, outdoor tennis courts and a number of natural grass pitches for soccer and
rugby. The Sports Centre University of Malaya regularly organizes sporting events on
Food Court campus as well as conducting teaching and research related to sports.

With dozens of cafes and food courts

across campus, finding the right foods
on campus will not be a problem. From
the exclusive Aroma Caf in the Alumni
Building, Lomak in the Law Faculty, Caf
de Canseleri in the main administrative
building and the variety of food stall
vendors operating in the Perdanasiswa
Complex and the twelve student hostels
around campus, plenty of choices will
be available for our students.

Financial
& Banking
Services
There are a number of banking
branches located around the University
campus providing banking facilities
Students With
and services to students, staff and
visitors including CIMB Bank, Bank Disabilities
Simpanan Nasional (BSN) and Bank The Disability Service support is available under the
Islam. In addition to the banking Counseling, Career and Disability Section, Student Affairs
counter services, several Auto Teller Department which aims to provide a variety of services to
Machines (ATMs) are available assist students with disabilities on campus. Services vary
at strategic locations around the according to the type and level of impairment of each
University campus. student. The services provided will assist our students to
develop and enhance their potentials so that they will be an
active member in the university community.

Living Expenses
ITEMS ESTIMATED BUDGET / MONTH
Accommodation On-Campus Residential College Twin Sharing Basis/ RM450
(Water, electricity and internet are included) without meal (USD150)
Off-Campus Private Accommodation A Room in a shared flat RM650 RM750
(USD200 - USD250)
An Apartment (2-3 RM1,300 RM2,500
Bedrooms) (USD450 USD800)
Living Expenses Includes food, books, stationary, local transportations, RM700 - RM1,000
entertaining and miscellaneous (USD250 - USD350)
( for a single student)

Note:
1. The rental of off campus accommodation can be different depending on accommodation
types and may or may not include water and electricity subject to agreement with its owner
2. Living expenses may be different subject to student life style
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