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About UUM
Northern University of Malaysia (UUM) — public non-profit institution. It is located in Kuala Kedah, Malaysia. The higher education institution is among the youngest in the country. As a member of Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW), UUM is actively working on developing the academic environment.
The university is one of the top-550 universities in the world. The educational institution is in 401 position of Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE).
UUM does research in different fields of study. You can find them on the official site.
Location
Kuala Kedah, Malaysia
Establishment year
1984
Students
12,463
International students
3,738
Female students
71%
Acceptance rate
50%
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At UUM, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 249 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 727 USD. 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
Local249USD/year
Foreign1,224USD/year
Master
Local1,417USD/year
Foreign2,445USD/year
Doctorate
Local559USD/year
Foreign727USD/year
Bachelor degree at UUM
It is not possible to enter an undergraduate program at UUM after the 11th grade. In Malaysia, school education lasts longer than 11 years, so applicants need to complete one of the preparatory programs (A-Levels, IB, Foundation, etc.), or study for a year at a university in their home country.
The campus of UUM is suburban. Students live in a close-knit community and enjoy the benefits of the natural environment around them. However, they also have access to urban entertainment such as shopping malls, restaurants and cinemas. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. UUM 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.
Campus Type
Suburban
Library
Yes
What to do after graduation
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. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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