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University of Malaya [UM] Kuala Lumpur Admission, Criteria & Application Deadlines 2023

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As a premier research university in Malaysia, the University of Malaya (UM) offers admission to more than 10,000 students annually. Currently, the university’s on-campus student population comprises of 15,559 undergraduate and 9,176 postgraduate-level students. International students make up to 14% (3,618) of the university’s student population, studying in Malaysia on a student visa.

In terms of programs, the University of Malaya offers a plethora of programs, without differentiation, to local and international students. In addition to 50+ undergraduate and 200+ postgraduate-level courses, the university also offers Foundation and PG diploma courses. The full-time academic year at University of Malaya, is split into two semesters, Semester I (October to January) of 22 weeks and Semester II (March to June) of 19 weeks. Post Semester II, students can opt for certification/credit-based courses offered during the 10 weeks of Special Semester (July to September).

Supplementary documents like LOR and SOP are not mandatory for University of Malaya UG & PG courses. Application process at the university is uniform for all UM programs, be it a diploma course, master’s degree, or doctoral degree. Prospective applicants can apply for their chosen degree program upto one-year in advance. Check admission requirements of Malaysian universities

Highlights

Application Portal	UM Application Portal
Application Fee (non-refundable)	300 RM
Mode of Payment	Online (telegraphic transfer)
Academic Calendar	Semester-based
Intake Months	September & February
Financial Aid	Grants, loans, work-study, and Scholarships

University of Malaya Admission Deadlines

As mentioned earlier, the academic session at the University of Malaya, is divided into two semesters, offering undergraduate and postgraduate students a chance to apply for their desired program in either of the two semesters. Furthermore, the university offers prospective students a chance to apply upto one year in advance for early decision.

The intake schedule and the corresponding deadlines for international students are tabulated below:

Intake Schedule	Semester	Application Deadline
September	Semester I	June 17
February	Semester II	November 17

Note: The university will not process any incomplete application, including those without application processing fees.

Check Admission deadlines of Malaysian Universities

Malaysian Student Visa for International Student

International students need to have a Malaysian student visa to study in any university based in Malaysia. If you want to pursue a program that lasts for 6 months or more, apply for a study visa in your home country, before traveling.

Applicants are required to provide the following documents as a part of the visa process:

Student Pass from University of Malaya
- A valid University registration number
Proof of adequate Medical Health insurance
Biometric passport photograph
iKad (temporary identity card issued via Malaysian Govt.)
Medical screening post-arrival
Electronic Visa Approval letter (eVAL)

The admissions office of the University of Malaya reviews each application critically. Admission decisions are primarily based on your academic excellence, official test scores, supporting documents, and on-time application submission with the required fee. To avoid last-minute confusion, applicants are recommended to submit their applications six months prior to the application submission. Admission decisions are released as and when the applications are reviewed, post submission.

University of Malaya Undergraduate Admissions

International students can choose from 100+ UG University of Malaya courses categorized in 17 different academic fields. The minimum academic requirements and the overall admission process is similar for all the bachelor degree programs.

Apply Online: UM Application
Application Fee: 300 RM
Admissions Requirements: International students must submit the ones listed below:

National Higher School Certificate (or an Advanced Level equivalent) with a minimum grade of 80%
or
Diploma from recognized Institutions with at least a CGPA of 3.00.
Official Transcripts of secondary school or university/ marks card.
Financial support documentation or sponsor’s affidavit of financial support.
Certified copies of TOEFL score or IELTS result scores
Interview (If required)

English Language Requirements

Students must prove their English language proficiency by providing scores of any one of the following tests given below, to be eligible for admission at the University of Malaya, Malaysia.

Tests	Minimum Score Requirements
IELTS	5.5-6.5
TOEFL (PBT)	550
TOEFL (CBT)	213
TOEFL (iBT)	80

University of Malaya Graduate Admissions

With around 300 masters and doctorate programs, University of Malaya offers high-level coursework and research-based programs in the field of Medicine, Business and Accountancy, Computer Science and Information Technology, and so on.

The admission process and requirements for University of Malaya postgraduate programs are as follows:

Apply Online: UM Application
Application Fee: 300 RM
Academic Qualification: International applicants must have completed a relevant UG degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Apart from this, the admission requirements are course-specific and as follow:

Programs	Master of Business Administration	Master of Computer Science	Master of Data Science	Master of Public Health	Master of Economics
Transcripts	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required
Work Experience	3+ years post UG degree	Recommended	Recommended	1+ year in relevant clinical/health profile	Recommended
ELP score	TOEFL (PBT): 500; IELTS: 6.0	TOEFL (PBT): 600; TOEFL (CBT): 250; TOEFL (iBT): 100	TOEFL (PBT): 550; TOEFL (CBT): 213; TOEFL (iBT): 80;	TOEFL (PBT): 600; TOEFL (CBT): 250; TOEFL (iBT): 100; IELTS: 6.0	TOEFL (PBT): 550; IELTS: 5.5
Course Fees	52,625 RM	35,962.50 RM	33,270 RM	20,420 RM	27,867.50 RM

Note: Masters and doctoral program students are not required to submit LORs and SOPs. However, doctoral students must provide an Intent of Research Statement.

FAQs

Ques. Will accommodation be provided to students enrolling in the University of Malaya?

Ans. The University of Malaya does not guarantee accommodations for international students. But, the International Student Centre (ISC) can assist and help you in getting on-campus accommodation if available or else by providing you with a list of hostels/apartments that you can contact.

Ques. Are English proficiency test scores required?

Ans. The University of Malaya requires you to have TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge A-Level, or Cambridge O Level in English qualifications. Nevertheless, if you do not have any of the above qualifications, you can still apply as usual but if your application is accepted, you will be required to provide one of the above English requirements.

Ques. Can international students apply for the Program Foundation In Islamic Studies, offered by the Academy Of Islamic Studies in Nilam Puri Kelantan?

Ans. No, this program is offered to local students who have obtained good grades in The Malaysian School Certificates

Ques. What are the procedures if I would like to change my program of study or major?

Ans. You can appeal to change your programmer or major only when you begin your degree programmer. To appeal, you have to write an official letter stating the reasons for your appeal. Attach your academic transcripts together with the letter and then submit all documents to the Admissions, Records, and Policy Implementation Division, University of Malaya.

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My masters level degree in University of Malaya

UM was recommended to me by a senior colleague who has worked for decades in South East Asia. Additionally, UM is a publicly funded research university and is ranked within the top 60 globally with very high research output.