The University of Malaya (UM) is a public research university in Malaysia. It is the oldest and highest-ranked Malaysian institution of higher education and has produced prime ministers and important political and business figures. Find out about the faculties available at the university, and how to apply.

About the University of Malaya

The University of Malaya (UM), located in southwest Kuala Lumpur, is the oldest in Malaysia, founded in 1905 in Singapore as the King Edward VII Medical College. In 1949, it became the University of Malaya as a result of the merger of the Faculty of Medicine with Raffles College.

With the rapid growth of the university, two independent departments were established in 1959, one in Singapore and the other in Kuala Lumpur. But in 1962, the National University of Malaya was established.

Vision, Mission, and Core Values

Vision

To become a global university that impacts the world.

Mission

Expanding the horizons of knowledge and cultivating aspiring leaders.

Core Values

• Passion

• Oneness

• Integrity

• Sincerity

• Empath

Quality Policy

The University's commitment to teaching, research, providing high-quality education and knowledge promotion, and making continuous improvements for the benefit of students.

Educational Objective

The educational objective of the University of Malaya is to provide transformative education to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical values ​​necessary to advance knowledge, promote social justice, drive sustainable development, and contribute meaningfully to society.

Study programs at the University of Malaya

The university offers many academic programs in various disciplines, starting from the foundation stage to the undergraduate and postgraduate stages.

Find a program that aligns perfectly with your aspirations and career goals.

Foundation Studies

• Foundation in Life Science

• Foundation in Physical Science.

• Foundation in Islamic Studies.

• Foundation in Islamic Studies & Science

• Foundation in Social Science.

Faculties

• Advanced Studies

• Arts & Social Sciences

• Asia-Europe Institute

• Built Environment

• Business and Economics

• Computer Science & Information Technology

• Creative Arts

• Dentistry

• Education

• Engineering

• INPUMA

• IslIN PUMAtudies

• Languages & Linguistics

• Law

• Malay Studies

• Medicine

• Pharmacy

• Science

• Sports and Exercise Sciences

Undergraduate studies

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

• Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Sociology.

• Bachelor of Arts in English.

• Bachelor of Arts in Geography.

• Bachelor of Arts in History.

• Bachelor of Arts in International and Strategic Studies.

• Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies.

• Bachelor of Arts in Southeast Asian Studies.

• Bachelor of Social Administration and Justice.

Faculty of Business and Economics

• Bachelor of Accounting.

• Bachelor of Business Administration.

• Bachelor of Economics.

Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology

• Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence.

• Bachelor of Computer Systems and Network.

• Bachelor of Data Science.

• Bachelor of Information Systems.

• Bachelor of Software Engineering.

• Bachelor of Information Technology (Multimedia).

Faculty of Dentistry

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery.

Faculty of Education

• Bachelor of Education (Teaching of English)

• Bachelor of Education (Special Education)

• Bachelor of Education (Guidance and Counseling)

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Faculty of Engineering

• Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering.

• Bachelor of Chemical Engineering.

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering.

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering.

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering.

Faculty of Languages and Linguistics

• Bachelor of Arabic Language and Linguistics

• Bachelor of Chinese Language and Linguistics

• Bachelor of English Language and Linguistics

• Bachelor of French Language and Linguistics

• Bachelor of German Language and Linguistics

• Bachelor of Italian Language and Linguistics.

• Bachelor of Japanese Language and Linguistics

• Bachelor of Korean Language and Linguistics

• Bachelor of Spanish Language and Linguistics

• Bachelor of Tamil Language and Linguistics.

Faculty of Law

• Bachelor of Laws

Faculty of Medicine

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Faculty of Pharmacy

• Bachelor of Pharmacy

Faculty of Science

• Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry

• Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry.

• Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology

• Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Biodiversity

• Bachelor of Science in Genetics and Molecular Biology

• Bachelor of Science in Geology

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

• Bachelor of Science in Microbiology

• Bachelor of Science in Physics

• Bachelor of Science in Statistics

Faculty of Built Environment

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture.

• Bachelor of Quantity Surveying.

• Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning.

Faculty of Islamic Studies

• Bachelor of Islamic Studies (Al-Quran and Al-Hadith).

• Bachelor of Islamic Studies (Shariah).

• Bachelor of Islamic Studies (Usuluddin).

• Bachelor of Islamic Studies (Da'wah and Human Development).

Postgraduate programs: (Master’s and PhD)

• Islamic Studies.

• Cyber Security.

• Arts in Malay Studies.

• Arts.

• Science.

• Media Studies.

• Strength and Conditioning.

• Sport Science.

• Real Estate.

• Performing Arts.

• Project Management.

• Architecture.

• Built Environment.

• Business Administration.

• Accounting.

• Marketing.

• Library and Information Science.

• Computer Science.

• Dental Science.

• Economics.

• Engineering.

• Education.

• Public Health.

• Medical Physics.

• Medical Science.

• Pharmacy.

How to apply to the University of Malaya?

Applications for international students must be submitted online through the application portal.

First, the student must Choose the Program he desires, then Complete the application - Personal details, academic qualifications, etc.

Upload the required documents, and Pay the processing fees.

Submit the application and receive acknowledgement via email. Then check the application status on the application portal.

Finally, Accept the offer on the application portal.

General Entry Requirements

For undergraduate programs

• National Higher School Certificate, or Level equivalent with grade 80% and above.  

OR

• A Diploma from a recognized Institution with the least a CGPA of 3.00 

• Applicants may undergo an interview for a certain program before being accepted by the respective faculty.

Master's Degree

applicants must have a completed and recognized Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, and a good cumulative grade point average (CGPA).

Doctoral Degree

Master’s Degree or its equivalent in the field of study.

Applicants having a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of 3.7 and above can apply directly for the PhD.

Required Documents for application

• Recent passport-size photographs.

• Certified copies of passport.

• Certified copies of English proficiency examinations (TOEFL/IELTS).

• A guarantee letter from the sponsor for the student.

• Certified copies of academic certificates or results for Higher School Certificate (HSC), Grade 12 or GCE (A-Level), or Diploma from recognized Institutions. 

Cost of study at the University of Malaya

Tuition fees are determined according to the college and program that the student wishes to study, and the academic degree that he obtains, as follows:

Financial Aid and scholarships

The University of Malaya is keen to provide scholarships, financial aid, and loans to students from government, private, and legal bodies to enable them to continue their studies despite the economic burdens, including the following:

• The PTPTN Education Loan.

• The ASEAN-Maybank Scholarship.

• Taiwan Scholarships.

• SEA Elite Scholarship Program.

• Tunku Abdul Rahman Scholarship.

• Yayasan Sime Darby Scholarship.

• Excellence PhD Scholarship.

• Masters in Environmental Sciences Scholarship

University of Malaya Campus

The university has several campuses, including the following:

University of Malaya Main Campus

Located in Bandaraya, it is the largest campus of the university. It houses various administrative facilities, classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and recreational areas for students.

University of Malaya Bangi Campus

Located in Selangor, 35 km from the main campus. It has academic and service facilities. To assist students.

It is characterized by its quietness, making it a suitable learning environment for students.

Saira Campus

Located in Penang, it is the smallest of the three campuses.

It houses a main auditorium and various educational facilities. It offers advanced educational programs for students and is an attractive learning environment.

Conclusion

The University of Malaya is one of the most prestigious universities in Malaysia for studying various specializations and scientific research. If you really want to join the university, learn about the admission requirements.

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