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About UIAM
International Islamic University Malaysia (UIAM) — public non-profit university. It is located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The higher education institution is considered one of the youngest in the country, as it was founded in 1983. As an active member of Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL), Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW), UIAM is participating in developing the academic environment.
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2024, it is among top-710.
At UIAM, you can get a bachelor and master degree in different fields of study.
The academic calendar at UIAM is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. One year of studying at UIAM will cost local citizens a minimum of 20 USD. For foreigners, the tuition fee is different — from 171 USD per year. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Bachelor
Local204USD/year
Foreign1,570USD/year
Master
Local20USD/year
Foreign171USD/year
Study programs at UIAM
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Tourism Management
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.0, TOEFL iBT — 78
Social Sciences & Management
Economics (Honours)
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
CAE — 200, IELTS — 6.0, TOEFL PBT — 550
Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage in Qur’an and Sunnah Studies
School education in Malaysia lasts longer than 11 grades. Therefore, in order to enter an undergraduate program at UIAM, applicants must complete 1 year of university in their home country or take one of the preparatory programs (A-Levels, IB, Foundation, etc.). When enrolling in a bachelor's program, an educational institution considers only candidates with good academic performance. GPA scores must be at least 2.5. Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum TOEFL score is 78. The IELTS score is not lower than 5.5.
GPA
2.5
IELTS
5.5
TOEFL iBT
78
TOEFL PBT
550
Master's degree at UIAM
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 5. TOEFL — 60 or higher.
IELTS
5
TOEFL iBT
60
TOEFL PBT
500
UIAM campus
The educational institution has a suburban campus. This means that students study close to a big city and can quickly get to it by public transport. At the same time, this location allows you to create a close-knit student community, since all events are held on campus. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. UIAM regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.
If you want to stay in Malaysia after graduation, one of your options is to apply for a work visa. To do this, you need to get an offer from an employer. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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