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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
ADMISSION GUIDE
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
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UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA
PHILIPPINES
VIETNAM
THAILAND
MALAYSIA
SOUTH CHINA SEA
BRUNEI
KUALA LUMPUR
JOHOR BAHRU
INDONESIA
MALAYSIA
SINGAPORE
INDONESIA
UTM FACTS & FIGURES
ESTABLISHMENT
1 April 1975
STUDENTS
Undergraduate
: 45%
Postgraduate
: 55%
Number of Students : 22,800
International Students : ±3,000
CAMPUS
Johor Bahru : 1,177 hectares
Kuala Lumpur : 38 hectares
UNIVERSITY
ACCOMODATION CAPACITY
Johor Bahru : 18,000
Kuala Lumpur : 4,000
*as of 30 Sept 2015
TOWARDS AN INNOVATIVE, ENTREPRENEURIAL AND GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
Since it became a full-fledged university in 1975, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has played a pivotal
role as Malaysia’s largest contributor of technical and professional workforce for the local industries,
government agencies as well as multinational companies.
Along with its vision to be recognised as a world-class Entrepreneurial Research University, UTM is set to
be the centre of academic and technological excellence. Its mission is to be a leader in the development
of human capital and innovative technologies that will contribute to the nation’s wealth creation.
UTM is now regarded as Malaysia’s premier institution in engineering, science and technology and
ranked in the top 1% league in the World University Rankings in the field of engineering and technology.
UTM’s vision is in line with the nation’s aspiration of becoming a knowledge-based, innovation-led
economy that is grounded in creativity and innovation with high value creation.
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STUDENT SERVICES AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT
UTM offers one of the most comprehensive student support network in Malaysia :
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State-of-the-art learning and research facilities
Over half a million collection at the UTM Library
International Student Centre (ISC)
International Student Country Chapters
Society
WiFi Zone covering most academic areas
Well-equipped health centre (including dental
and imaging services)
Counselling & Career Development Services
A bank, a post-office and bookshops
Free on-campus transportation
On-campus accommodation for single
students and limited family apartments
 An International Arabic school & kindergarten
 International cafeterias & fast food restaurants
A guest house (Scholar's Inn)
 Sport facilities & gymnasiums
 A football stadium & an 0lympic-sized
swimming pool
Equine centre & kayaking
 Lakes, recreational parks and natural reserves
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For more information on student services and accommodation, please refer to www.utm.my/studentaffairs
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ENTRY REQUIREMENT
The general minimum requirements for entry into a Bachelor's
Degree Programme is as follows:
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Senior High School/Senior Secondary School/other
equivalent pre-university examinations from government
schools (with the period of at least 11 to 12 years of study
from primary to higher secondary); or
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General Certificates of Education (GCE) ‘A’ Level, Diploma in
related fields or other equivalent pre-university examinations
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Any other certificate that is recognized by the senate of the
university as equivalent to the above; and
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English language requirements (please refer to page 4); and
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Programme’s specific requirements (please refer to UTM
website for details)
THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Academic calendar year consists of two (2)
regular semesters and one (1) short semester :
a. Semester I from September - January
b. Semester II from February - June
c. Short Semester from July - August
SEMESTER 1
Lecture
Mid Term Break
Revision Week
Examination Week
TOTAL
Semester Break
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14 weeks
1 week
1 week
3 weeks
19 weeks
4 weeks
SEMESTER 2
Lecture
Mid Term Break
Revision Week
Examination Week
TOTAL
Semester Break
14 weeks
1 week
1 week
3 weeks
19 weeks
1 week
SHORT SEMESTER
Lecture & Examination
Semester Break
TOTAL
8 weeks
1 week
52 weeks
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
An international applicant must provide evidence of English language proficiency in addition to
academic credential. Applicants must fulfil one of the options below:
TOEFL
IELTS
(Academic)
500 (paper-based test) ;or
>59 (internet-based test);or
Band 5.5
This requirement is a prerequisite for all
international students to enrol in their respective
study programmes. Candidates who do not meet
the minimum English language requirement will
have to attend a Certified Intensive English
Programme (CIEP) conducted by the ELS
Language Centre and must pass a minimum
level of 107 before he or she can be allowed to
register for the faculty foundation programme or
respective study programmes.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
FACULTY OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
www.fke.utm.my
Bachelor of Engineering (4 years)
 Electrical
 Electrical - Electronics
 Electrical - Mechatronics
FACULTY OF BIOSCIENCE AND MEDICAL
ENGINEERING
http://fbme.utm.my
Bachelor of Engineering (4 years)
 Bio-Medical
Bachelor of Science (4 years)
 Industrial Biology
 Biology
FACULTY OF CHEMICAL AND ENERGY
ENGINEERING
http://fcee.utm.my
Bachelor of Engineering (4 years)
 Chemical
 Chemical - Bioprocess
 Petroleum
 Chemical - Gas
 Nuclear
FACULTY OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
http://civil.utm.my
Bachelor of Engineering (4 years)
 Civil
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FACULTY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
http://mech.utm.my
Bachelor of Engineering (4 years)
 Mechanical
 Mechanical - Aeronautics
 Mechanical - Automative
 Mechanical - Naval Architecture & Offshore
Engineering
 Mechanical- Industrial
 Mechanical- Manufacturing
 Mechanical- Material
FACULTY OF COMPUTING
http://comp.utm.my
Bachelor of Computer Science (4 years)
 Software Engineering
 Graphics &
 Computer Networking
Multimedia Software
  and Security
FACULTY OF GEOINFORMATION AND REAL
ESTATE
http://fght.utm.my
Bachelor of Science (4 years)
 Geoinformatics
 Land Administration
 Property Management
& Development
Bachelor of Engineering (4 years)
 Geomatics
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
http://science.utm.my
Bachelor of Science (4 years)
 Industrial Physics
 Industrial Chemistry
 Industrial Mathematics
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Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics
FACULTY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT
http://fab.utm.my
Bachelor of Science
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Architecture (3 years)
Bachelor of Science
Construction Science (4 years)
Quantity Surveying (4 years)
Landscape Achitecture (4 years)
Urban
& Regional Planning (4 years)
MALAYSIA-JAPAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
OF TECHNOLOGY (Kuala Lumpur Campus)
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT
www.management.utm.my
 Bachelor of Accounting (4 years)
Bachelor of Science (4 years)
 Human Resource Development
Bachelor of Management (4 years)
 Technology
 Marketing
 Bachelor of Psychology with Human Resource
Development (4 years)
www.mjiit.utm.my
Bachelor of Engineering (4 years)
 Mechanical Precision
 Electronic Systems
 Chemical Process
* Visit www.utm.my/admission or the respective faculties websites for details of the programmes offered.
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FACULTY FOUNDATION PROGRAMME
Subject to academic qualification, students may be required to
attend and pass the foundation programme before they are
allowed to register for their respective study programmes. The
duration of the programme is One (1) semester.
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMME
UTM offers 1-2 semesters exchange programmes at
undergraduate and graduate levels of studies. A wide range of
courses focusing on Engineering, Technology, ICT, Education
and Management, fully taught in English, are offered.
Academic Visits
Spend up to 7 days in UTM to experience the unique Southeast
Asian cultures, to study the global issue or to get access to
extraordinary learning opportunities. Students can join short
seminars or discussions with students at host faculties as well
as experience the cultural exchange activities.
Internship/Research Attachment
The programme provides opportunities for students to pursue
cutting-edge trans-disciplinary research work for 1-2
semesters. Students can apply for internship/attachment
throughout the year.
UTM Summer School
The programme offers a wide range of interesting activities
involving the environment, local communities, heritage, and
tradition. Students will learn and have hand-on experience
during field trips and cultural programmes.
Please refer to www.utm.my/international for details.
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STUDY FEES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Per Semester
Programmes
MYR
4,630
4,530
4,330
4,730
Technology/ Engineering/Architecture
Science/ Computer Science/ Education
Management/ Social Science
Faculty Foundation Programme
Note :
 The fees are subject to change
 Registration fee for new student is MYR 1,270
COST OF LIVING
The cost of living in Malaysia is lower than most developing countries. On top of the tuition fees,
students need sufficient money to pay for accommodation, food, books, travel, entertainment,
telephone, and other study-related expenses in Johor Bahru. Therefore, students need to plan their
expenses carefully.
All single students are guaranteed an on-campus accommodation. The overall expenses of living on
campus are estimated to be between RM700 – RM1200 per person per month (or
USD200-USD350). This includes room, books, food, personal expenditures and travel within Johor
Bahru. Cost will vary depending on personal requirements and lifestyle.
Example of Malaysia Living Cost:
MYR
University Accomodation (twin sharing)
Cost per meal
Books
Burger at fast food restaurant
1 can of soft drink (325ml)
Movie ticket
Broadband wireless
Hair cut
MYR 450 per month
MYR 5-8
MYR 500-700 per year
MYR 7
MYR 2.50
MYR 8-12
MYR 50 per month
MYR 10
USD*
USD 112
USD 1.50-2.50
USD 140-200/year
USD 2.20
USD 0.80
USD 2.50-3.50
USD 15
USD 3.10
* Based on USD 1=MYR 3.20
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STUDENT VISA
International students are required to have a student pass to
study in Malaysia. Candidates must apply for a single entry visa
(VAL/VDR) before entering this country. UTM will assist
candidates/students in obtaining a VAL/VDR and visa/student
pass. Candidates are advised to visit Malaysia Immigration
Department website at www.imi.gov.my or UTM ISC’s website at
www.utm.my/international-student for detailed information.
Among other services provided by UTM include housing and
hostel, orientation, insurance and medical card, international
student society and welfare.
HEALTH REQUIREMENT
An international student must be certified by a UTM medical doctor to be in good health for the
issuance of a student pass and/or student registration.
The university has the right to withdraw the offer or to terminate candidates from their studies if they
are found to suffer from or to be a carrier of diseases, or to suffer from a medical condition requiring
ADMISSION
DATE:
continuous medical care that will adversely affect
their studies
at UTM.
September (Semester I) : First week of September
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE
HOW TO APPLY
Application can be made through http://intug.utm.my and the
printed application form should be submitted to Universiti
Teknologi Malaysia before 20 May (Intake September) to the
following address:
DIRECTOR,
STUDENT RECRUITMENT & ADMISION DIVISION,
OFFICE OF DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR,
(ACADEMIC & INTERNATIONAL),
UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA,
81310 UTM JOHOR BAHRU,
JOHOR, MALAYSIA.
The application MUST BE submitted together with the following
documents (A4 size where applicable)
1. Certified photocopies of official certificates, transcripts, or
report cards for each secondary school or college attended.
2. Certified photocopies of translated certificates (if issued
in other than English or Malay language).
3. Certified photocopies of English language certificates
(IELTS/TOEFL).
4. 1 complete of full passport (including blank pages).
5. 1 passport-sized photograph.
6. Verification letter from sponsor (if applicable).
7. Personal medical health report.
8. Processing fees – A processing fee of RM114.00/USD30
(Bank Draft) must be submitted with your application, made
payable to BENDAHARI UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA.
Do not send cash or cheque. The full name of the applicant
should be clearly stated.
You can also send the processing fee
using telegraphic transfer :
Name of Bank:
CIMB Bank Berhad,
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia,
81310 Johor Bahru,
Johor, Malaysia.
For account of : BENDAHARI UNIVERSITI
TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA
Account No.
: 800 605 3536
Bank’s Swift Code: CIBBMYKL
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Main Campus at Johor Bahru
Further Information
Director
Student Recruitment & Admission Division
UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA
Block F54, 2nd Floor
81310 UTM Johor Bahru
Johor, Malaysia.
Tel : +607-5537573/37809
Fax : +607-5537546
Email : [email protected]
www.utm.my/admission
November 2015