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ADMISSION GUIDE FOR
POSTGRADUATE
STUDENT
Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Foreword
PAGE
3
Postgraduate Studies at UUM
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
Student Pass for International Student
Guide for Registration
9
12
How to Register
13
Pre-registration
14
During Registration
20
Post-registration
23
Financial Matters
25
English Language Requirement
31
Other Important Considerations
36
Student Dress Code
41
Appendices
43
FOREWORD
The purpose of this Guide1 is to give new postgraduate students information to facilitate their
settling in at Universiti Utara Malaysia. This Guide is not meant to be exhaustive; instead, it is
developed to facilitate your admission to the University.
This Guide is aimed very much at the new postgraduate students at the University as it contains
statements of rules and regulations pertaining to admission and registration at the University.
For example, in this Guide, you will find information on important dates for certain activities the
University has planned for you before and during registration, terms and conditions of
enrolment, English language requirement, and medical examination.
Upon your arrival you may find life somewhat confusing while you find your feet. Dont be afraid
to ask questions of anyone, it will speed your settling in at the University. The factual information
contained herein is updated every year.
On behalf of Universiti Utara Malaysia, the Graduate Studies Unit welcomes you to this
university and hope you have a pleasant stay here throughout your study.
All the best in your academic endeavour!
Graduate Studies Unit

Universiti Utara Malaysia
2014
This Guide has been assembled by:

Dr. Faridahwati Mohd. Shamsudin
Mdm. Azian Nafiah
Mdm. Fadhlina Md Pudzi
Mdm. Mahani Ahmad
SECTION 1:
POSTGRADUATE STUDIES
AT UNIVERSITI UTARA
MALAYSIA
POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AT UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

Postgraduate studies at Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) are based on the semester system.
Semester I runs from September to January, and Semester II runs from February to August.
STRUCTURE OF POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

There are three (3) modes of programme: by coursework, mixed mode and full research.
a)
Coursework
Students are required to attend lectures and tutorials for duration of twelve (12) to
fourteen (14) weeks per semester. Students have to fulfil a set number of credit hours
based on course requirements in order to be awarded a degree.
b)
Coursework and Dissertation (mixed mode)

Students are required to complete the coursework credit requirements and to sit for
examinations. Students are also required to submit a written dissertation for
examination.
c)
Research
Students pursuing research degrees have to complete a research under the supervision
of a principal supervisor appointed by the respective Graduate School. At the end of the
programme, students are required to submit a written thesis for examination. Students
may be required to pursue pre-requisite courses before proceeding with their research.
These courses are determined by the respective Graduate Schools.
LANGUAGE USE IN THE PROGRAMME

English is the language of instruction for our postgraduate programmes.
SECTION 2:
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF
ENROLMENT
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT
REGISTRATION AND ORIENTATION

The University has scheduled time line of registration activities for new postgraduate students.
Please take note of the registration schedule according to your mode of studies, as stated in
your offer package.
For Coursework/ Mixed Mode
Students
Candidates are to register at the
specified date and venue as stated
in the letter of offer.
If the University does not receive
any response from the candidates
within fourteen (14) days after the
registration date, the University
will assume that they are no
longer
interested
in
the
programme and the offer will be
automatically invalid
For Research Mode Students

Candidates are to register at the specified date
and venue as stated in the letter of offer.
If the University does not receive any response
from the candidates within fourteen (14) days
after the registration date, the University will
assume that they are no longer interested in the
programme and the offer will be automatically
invalid.
However, candidates may be allowed to register
late, in which the date will be determined by the
Graduate School:
a) Semester I
early
of
October,
November and December
b) Semester II
- early of March, April, May
and June
Candidates who apply for late registration must
fulfil the English Language requirements or
they will be advised to defer their studies until
the following semester intake.
Full amount of fees will be charged to
candidates for late registration in the relevant
semester.
DEFERMENT OF REGISTRATION
Candidates who have been accepted into a programme of study but have not yet registered can
opt to defer their registration by applying in writing to the Dean of Graduate School. The period
of deferment cannot exceed one (1) semester. Candidates are advised to make a fresh
application if they are still interested to join the University, after the accepted period.
REGISTERED CANDIDATES
Candidates who have registered as UUM students will be deemed as active student.
Students with active status can use the facilities provided by the University.
UUM students should:
i) Abide by the rules of:
a. Malaysian Law;
b. Universities and University Colleges Act (AUKU), Statute of the University, and
Rules and Regulations of the University;
c. The decision from the University Board of Directors, University Senate, and
Colleges;
ii) Uphold the image of the University;
iii) Respect the Universitys officers and lecturers; abide by the Rules of Malaysian and
University Traffic Laws;
iv) Get involved in any academic, cultural, sporting, social work and other university
activities;
v) Settle all the necessary fees charged by the University;
vi) Abide by the Rules of University Student Discipline and Dress Codes.
STUDENT PASS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

A. Visa With Reference (VWR)
1. Please take note that all new international students who want to pursue their studies in
Malaysia are required to obtain a Visa With Reference (VWR) letter before entering
Malaysia. The VWR will be issued by the Malaysian Immigration Department Headquarters in
Kuala Lumpur to all prospective students. In order to obtain this VWR, upon the receiving of
the Offer Letter, you are required to submit the following documents via email to
shima@uum.edu.my (AHSGS):
i.
Two (2) copies of the Offer Letter;
ii.
Four (4) most recent passport-sized photographs (blue background only)

measuring exactly 3.5 cm by 5 cm.
iii.
Two (2) sets of the printed pages of the passport which should be copied only on
one side of the A4 - sized paper (the copied pages must be certified by the
nearest Malaysian Embassy).
iv.
One (1) copy of the information of the address of the nearest Malaysian Embassy
in your own country for the forwarding of a copy of the VWR letter (the required
address should be printed on an A4-sized paper).
2. The Centre for International Affairs and Cooperation (CIAC), UUM will e-mail to you the
VWR letter upon receiving it from the Malaysian Immigration Department. With the VWR
letter, you are entitled to a Single Entry Visa on your passport to be obtained from the
nearest Malaysian Embassy/Consulate in your country. Please bring along your Offer Letter,
the VWR letter and your passport when applying for your Single Entry Visa.
3. Students who enter Malaysia using the Single Entry Visa (Social Visit) are not allowed to
change the status from Social Visa to Student Pass. Only the student who has the VWR
approval letter is allowed to apply for a Student Pass.
4. The student, who has gained the approval of the VWR but is not able to register in the
stipulated semester, has to re-apply for a new VWR as the approved VWR is valid for 1 to 3
months only.
5. Please be informed that if you do not have a VWR letter, you will not be allowed to
enter Malaysia. For a full guide, please visit our website at http://ciac.uum.edu.my or contact
our staff at CIAC over the phone +604-9283412/3413/3407 for further advice if necessary.
B. Information Related To Student Pass

1. International students must hold a valid student pass for the entire duration of their stay in
Malaysia.
2. Students are responsible to make sure that any kind of Immigration Pass (social visit pass/
special pass/ student pass/ dependent pass) is valid. Students are required to follow the
stipulated Rules and Regulations.
3. All charges related to the student pass/visa, social pass, special pass or fines in the event
that students overstay in Malaysia are to be borne by international students. Charge so
incurred is payable in cash to the Visa Unit, Centre for International Affairs and
Cooperation (CIAC), which in turn, will make payment to the Malaysian Immigration
Department.
4. In the event that students need to renew their student pass/visa, they are required to do so at
least one (1) month before it expires. Otherwise, they have to pay an additional RM 100.00 to
obtain a special pass.
COURSE REGISTRATION
Students must formally register for the selected courses within the first two (2) weeks of the
commencement of every semester. Registration of courses can only be done online via UUM
portal once the students status is activated.
Students are advised to print their course registration slip as reference.
Students who do not formally register for their courses will not be allowed to attend classes and
to sit for examination.
CLASS ATTENDANCE
Attendance in class is compulsory. Students who have less than 80% of total attendance of
lectures or tutorial sessions for any courses will be barred from taking the final examination.
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AWARD OF DEGREE
Students must fulfil the following requirements to be awarded the degree:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
follow and pass the examination for all subjects as determined by the programme of study
and obtain a CGPA of at least 3.00;
sit for any other examination as may be determined by the programme of study;
fulfil all requirements of the Universities and University College Act and other related acts;
settle all debts and dues owed to the University;
for students pursuing a programme of study by research, they must present, defend and
submit the thesis successfully.
Ph.D. candidates must produce at least two (2) articles, in which they are required to choose
either Option A or Option B:
Option A
1. at least one (1) article is accepted for publication in ISI Journal or Scopus; and
2. at least one (1) article is under review for publication in a refereed journal.
Option B
Two (2) articles are published in a refereed journal.
TERMINATION OF STUDY
Students who have obtained an unsatisfactory academic report or have violated the Universities
and University Colleges Act and other related acts will be terminated from the University.
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SECTION 3:
GUIDE FOR REGISTRATION
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HOW TO REGISTER
Local Candidates
1.
2.
3.
Receive the offer letter for postgraduate

admission
Send the reply form to the respective
Graduate School as a notice of acceptance
Medical Check-up
(1 set of medical report for UUM Health
Centre)
Note: medical examination at UUM Health
Centre or Government Hospital only)
Prepare documentation for registration:
a) Complete all forms attached to this
Registration Guide;
4.
b) Ensure that all information and

documents are complete (i.e. ORIGINAL
certificates of diploma/degree, academic
transcript, certificate of English Language
Proficiency (if any)
IELTS/TOEFL/MUET, letter of
scholarship/study loan, letter of
employment (if any) and letter of offer for
postgraduate admission).
International Candidates
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
5.
Payment of fees
(the amount to be paid is as stated in the
offer letter)
6.
Prepare to depart for UUM
7.
7.
Registration and orientation at UUM
8.
Smart card application
9.
Activate UUM students e-mail account

(http://mail.live.com)
10.
Online course registration through UUM

Portal, www.umis.uum.edu.my (one week
after registration)
8.
b) Ensure that all information and

documents are complete (i.e.
ORIGINAL certificates of
diploma/degree, academic transcript,
certificate of English Language
Proficiency IELTS/TOEFL/MUET,
letter of scholarship/study loan, letter
of employment (if any) and letter of
offer for postgraduate admission).
Apply for a Single Entry Visa from the
nearest Malaysian Embassy/Consulate
Office at your own country.
Prepare to depart for UUM
Payment of fees
(the amount to be paid is as stated in the
offer letter)
Medical Check-up
(1 set of medical report for UUM Health
Centre)
Purchase health insurance
(from Insurance Agent appointed by UUM)
9.
Registration and orientation at UUM
10.
11.
12.
13.
Receive the offer letter for postgraduate

admission and Visa with Reference (VWR)
approval letter.
Send the reply form to the respective
Graduate School as a notice of acceptance
Prepare documentation for registration:
a) Complete all forms attached to this
Registration Guide;
Submit documents for Student Pass

application at Visa Unit, CIAC
(within one week after registration)
Activate UUM students e-mail account
(http://mail.live.com)
Online course registration through UUM
Portal (www.umis.uum.edu.my)
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PRE-REGISTRATION
DOCUMENTATION
1. Send the reply form to your respective Graduate School as a notice of acceptance.
2. Complete all forms attached in this Guide.
3. Settle all payments before registration.
4. Prepare four (4) recent coloured photographs, which must be fixed onto the related
forms/documents given.
5. Ensure that all information and documents are complete (i.e. ORIGINAL certificates of
diploma/degree, MUET/IELTS/TOEFL, full academic transcript, letter of
scholarship/study loan, offer letter and letter of approval/official leave from
employer, and letter of employment [if any]).
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS TO MALAYSIA (FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

To enter Malaysia, a visitor should possess the following documents:
Passport or Travel Document

Anyone entering Malaysia must possess a valid national Passport or internationally
recognized Travel Document valid for travel to Malaysia. The document shall be valid for
more than six months from the date of entry to Malaysia.
Fulfil visa requirement

Foreign nationals who require a Visa to enter Malaysia must apply and obtain a Visa in
advance at the Malaysian Representative Office before entering the country. The grant
of a Visa is not an absolute guarantee that the holder will be allowed to enter Malaysia.
The final decision depends on the Malaysian Immigration Officer at the point of entry.
Pass
Foreign nationals have to obtain a pass at the point of entry besides a Visa (where
required) which allows them to stay temporarily, in Malaysia. A pass is an endorsement
in the passport constituting permission to stay for the approved duration.
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MEDICAL EXAMINATION (MANDATORY)

Local Candidates
Local candidates studying at UUM Sintok campus are required to undergo a medical
examination conducted by the University Health Centre (recommended) or Government
Hospitals or Private Medical Centres before they are allowed to register as a UUM student.
The report then has to be submitted to the University Health Centre, UUM.
International Candidates
The Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia require that, starting from 1July 2008, all
international students must undergo a medical check-up and subscribe to a health insurance
plan before they are allowed to register in any higher education institution in Malaysia. Starting
from Second semester 2008/2009 session, UUM has stipulated that candidates who fail to
undergo a medical examination and purchase health insurance will not be allowed to register.
The following outlines the types of illnesses/diseases specified by the Ministry and the
implications to study at this University.
1.
Type of Illness/Disease
Contagious
Expected to recover
within a long period of
time
High treatment costs
Example
HIV
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Implications
Not accepted to register as
students
Tuberculosis
Defer registration until

recover (not more than 2
semesters)
2.
Contagious
Expected to recover with
treatment within some
period of time
3.
Contagious
Expected to recover
within a short period of
time
Malaria
Typhoid
Syphilis
Accepted to register
Have to undergo treatment
Financed by insurance
4.
Other illnesses
considered to be
endemic by the Ministry
of Health of Malaysia
Not accepted to register as

students
Japanese
encephalitis
SARS
Avian flu
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Conditions to Undergo Medical Examination

1. It is compulsory for local and international candidates to use the Health Examination Report
attached to this Guide.
2. University only accepts medical examination done within three (3) months before
registration.
3. University has the right to ask candidates to go through the medical check-up or any specific
laboratory test again should there be any doubt in the medical report submitted.
4. All costs involved for the examination and report (first time or repeated examination) shall be
borne by the candidates.
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PURCHASE OF HEALTH INSURANCE BY INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (MANDATORY)

International students who study in Malaysia must be covered by a Health Insurance Scheme
throughout their period of study.
Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) is working together with our local insurance agents to offer
insurance plans comprising Group Hospitalisation and Surgical Plan (GHS), and also Group
Term Life (GTL) with the following benefits. International students must at least be covered
under Plan 100 (minimum requirement):
1. GROUP HOSPITALISATION AND SURGICAL
BENEFITS:
PLAN
100
Hospital Room & Board (Overall daily

max. up to 120 days Private and
Government Hospitals)
RM100
i) Ordinary Room
day
ii) Intensive Care Unit (Daily Max. up
to 20 days)
PLAN
150
per RM150
day
PLAN
200
per RM200
day
per
Hospital Supplies & Services

As Charged
Anesthetic Fees
Operation Theatre
Second Surgical Opinion
In Hospital Physicians Visit (Max.1
Visit Per day)
Pre Hospital Diagnostic Services (max
per disability within 60 days)
Pre Hospital Specialist Consultation
(Max per disability within 60 days)
Post Hospitalization Treatment (Up to
60 days max per disability following
discharge from hospital or upon
undergoing Daycare Procedure)
Emergency
Accidental
Out-patient
Treatment (Max. per disability within 24
hours after the accident & follow-up
treatment up to 60 days)
Daycare Procedure (Follow up treatment
up to 60 days max per disability)
Ambulance Fees (by road) (max. per
disability)
As Charged
As Charged
As Charged
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BENEFITS:
PLAN
100
PLAN
150
PLAN
200
Accidental Dental Treatment (Max per

disability within 24 hours after the
accident & follow up treatment up to 14
days)
400.00
500.00
600.00
Medical Report Fees (Per admission)
50.00
50.00
50.00
100.00
100.00
100.00
Emergency
Out-patient
Treatment
(sickness)
(Max. per disability from 12 midnight to 6
am)
Daily Cash Allowance at Government
Hospital (Daily up to 120 days)
As Charged
40.00
50.00
60.00
6% of Eligible Expenses Reimbursed on

Room & Board
Hospital Service Tax

Overall Limit For Government Hospital
Admission
10,000.00
20,000.00
30,000.00
Overall Annual Limit
10,000.00
20,000.00
30,000.00
2. GROUP TERM LIFE

SCOPE OF COVER :
To provide 24 hours a day protection against the risk

of bodily injuries caused solely and directly by
accidental means resulting in death or permanent
disablement of the Insured person.
BENEFITS PAYABLE IN THE :

EVENTS OF
(A) Death
(B) Permanent Disablement
(C) Medical Expenses
INTEREST INSURED :
Death & P. Disablement RM30,000 per life on

Accidental Death
Death & P. Disablement RM20,000 per life on Natural
Death
Medical Expenses up to RM2,000 per life
GEOGRAPHICAL LIMIT :
Worldwide 24 Hours but excluding Israel unless

approval from relevant Government Authorities is
obtained.
COVERAGE:
Worldwide 24 Hours.
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ANNUAL PREMIUM:-
Person Cover
Student only
Student and spouse
Student and children
Student and family
Plan 1
(maximum coverage
RM 10,000)
RM216.10
RM366.10
RM516.10
RM666.10
Premium Per Year

Plan 2
(maximum coverage
RM20,000)
RM266.10
RM466.10
RM666.10
RM866.10
Plan 3
(maximum coverage
RM30,000)
RM316.10
RM566.10
RM816.10
RM1,066.10
OTHERS:
- Insurance policy is compulsory for all international students or else the student visa cannot be
renewed.
- The Insurance cover is for the period of one (1) year and premiums may vary every year.
For further details pertaining to the Insurance Scheme and Policies, please contact the
authorised Insurance Company (Information on the insurance company can be obtained from
the Bursars Department, UUM).
PAYMENT OF REGISTRATION FEES

Students are responsible to ensure that all fees are settled before registration. Receipt of
payment must be produced upon registration.
Sponsored students must submit a Sponsorship Letter upon registration. The letter must clearly
state the type of fees covered (such as registration, tuition, accommodation and services).
Payment for campus accommodation may be arranged separately.
Unsponsored students must produce the latest bank account statement upon registration.
International students are required to pay a Personal Bond based on their countries of origin.
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DURING REGISTRATION
Candidates are kindly advised to register at the given date, time and venue, starting from 9.00
a.m. to 11.00 a.m. Please observe the flow of registration, as shown below:
COUNTER
Secretariat
Checking & Verifying

Documents
Registration
Smart Card
Visa
(for international
candidates only)
ACTION(S)
To make sure candidates have the following documents:
Original offer letter
Endorsement by the University Health Centre on candidates
health status
Proof of purchase of health insurance (for international
candidates only)
Proof of full payment / Sponsorship letter
Latest bank account statement (for unsponsored candidates)
Take the personal file and complete the necessary information
required. Your matric number is as stated on the offer letter.
To check and verify the ORIGINALITY of all academic documents
and certificates:
Certificate of diploma/ degree/ equivalent qualifications
Professional certificates (if any)
Certificate of English Language qualification
(MUET/IELTS/TOEFL)
Full academic transcript
Letter of approval/ official leave from employer/ relevant
authorities to pursue this programme (if any)
Letter of employment (if any)
Sponsorship letter/ latest bank account statement.
Once the documents have been verified, candidates will be given
their personal file to be completed.
To activate the candidates matriculation number
Students are to submit the following documents:
1. International students form
2. Original Passport;
3. A copy of VWR Approval Letter;
4. Two (2) copies of Student Confirmation Letter from the
Graduate School to be signed by Dean/ Deputy Dean/ Head
of Department;
5. A copy of Health Insurance subscription receipt from the
Insurance Company appointed by UUM (KSDC);
6. Two (2) copies of Medical Report (UUM form) certified by the
University Health Centre;
7. A copy of official receipt for tuition fees and the Personal
Bond payment.
8. Payment in cash for:
a. Student Pass RM60.00 per year or part thereof;
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COUNTER
ACTION(S)
b. A visa fee the amount varies depending on the
country of origin, but does not exceed RM100.00 per
year; and
c. Processing fees of RM60.00
Upon receiving all required documents, CIAC will liaise with the
Immigration Department to get the Student Pass for the applicants.
Registration Kit
Students are to submit their personal file with the following

documents attached:
Students personal details for postgraduate programme
Letter of undertaking;
Student declaration form
Endorsement by the University Health Centre on students health
status
Letter of approval/ official leave from employer/ relevant
authorities to pursue this programme
Letter of employment (if any)
Sponsorship letter/ latest bank account statement
Get the registration kit once the personal file is completed.
Note:
Make sure all documents are in place and put them inside the given personal file, with
your name and matriculation number clearly written.
Complete the enclosed forms included in this Guide, and submit them to the appropriate
counter during registration day.
Security form should be submitted to the Registration Kit Counter.
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ENQUIRIES
For any enquiries, please contact the following persons at the respective Graduate School:
1.
Othman Yeop Abdullah Graduate School of Business:

Ms. Rozita Ramli (rrozita@uum.edu.my) or
Mrs. Azamah Din (azamah@uum.edu.my )
Phone : 604-928 7113/7120
Fax
: 604-928 7160
Website: http://oyagsb.uum.edu.my
2.
Awang Had Salleh Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, UUM CAS:
Mrs. Wan Norhashima Wan Min (shima@uum.edu.my) or
Ms. Harizuani Idris (harizuani@uum.edu.my)
Phone : 604-928 5263/5264
Fax
: 604-928 5297/5298
Website :
http://ahsgs.uum.edu.my
3.
Ghazali Shafie Graduate School of Government, UUM COLGIS:

Mrs. Yus Asma Yusoff (yus1117@uum.edu.my) or
Mr. A Butt s/o Ooi Boon Chai (abutt@uum.edu.my)
Phone : 604-928 7752/7755/7759
Fax
: 604-928 7848/7849
Website: http://colgis.uum.edu.my
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POST-REGISTRATION
ACTIVATE UUM E-MAIL ACCOUNT
UUM e-mail is a service used to send and receive messages quickly and securely through
electronic or computer channel. It is provided to all UUM students.
Students will be updated with the latest news and information regarding postgraduate studies
through UUM e-mail. As such, it is compulsory for all students to activate and use their e-mail
frequently.
Please refer to page 36 for manual on How to Activate UUM E-mail Account.
UPDATE STUDENTS PERSONAL INFORMATION
Students are advised to check and update their personal particular i.e. mailing address,
telephone number etc. through UUM Portal (http://umis.uum.edu.my) or contact the Graduate
School to do so.
COURSE REGISTRATION
Students pursuing a programme of study by coursework must formally register for the selected
courses within the first two (2) weeks of the commencement of every semester. Registration
of courses can only be done online via UUM portal once the students status is activated.
Students who do not formally register for their courses will not be allowed to attend classes and
to sit for examination.
PAYMENT OF FEES
New postgraduate students must settle their fees as stated in the letter of offer before
registration. Any additional fee such as tuition fee for extra credits must be paid within the addand-drop period.
The University reserves the right to automatically deactivate a students status and drop all
registered courses if students fail to pay the full amount of fees within the stipulated time
period.
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GETTING STUDENT PASS/VISA FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

All international students are required to apply for a Student Pass to study in UUM. The Centre
for International Affairs and Cooperation (CIAC) will assist in applying Student Pass once they
are registered as UUM students. International students are required to submit the following
documents to CIAC:
1. Original Passport;
2. A copy of VWR Approval Letter;
3. Two (2) copies of Student Confirmation Letter from the Graduate School to be signed
by Dean/ Deputy Dean/ Head of Department;
4. A copy of Health Insurance subscription receipt from the Insurance Company
appointed by UUM (KSDC);
5. Two (2) copies of Medical Report (UUM form) certified by the University Health Centre;
6. A copy of official receipt for tuition fees and the Personal Bond payment.
7. Payment in cash for:
a. Student Pass RM60.00 per year or part thereof;
b. A visa fee the amount varies depending on the country of origin, but does not
exceed RM100.00 per year; and
c. Processing fees of RM60.00
d. Upon receiving all required documents, CIAC will liaise with the Immigration
Department to get the Student Pass for the applicants.
Upon receiving all required documents, CIAC will liaise with the Immigration Department to get
the Student Pass for the applicants.
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SECTION 4:
FINANCIAL MATTERS
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FINANCIAL MATTERS
POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS FEES

Students are categorized based on nationality as Malaysian, ASEAN, and Non-ASEAN and will
be charged accordingly. Upon being accepted by the University, students shall make
arrangements for financial support and payment of Student Fee throughout their study. The
Student Fee consists of registration, tuition, accommodation and services. Note: The University
deserves the right to revise the student fee from time to time without prior notice to students.
Students are responsible to ensure that all fees are settled before registration. Receipt of
payment must be produced upon registration as proof.
Sponsored student must submit Sponsorship Letter upon registration. The letter must clearly
state the type of fees covered (such as registration, tuition, accommodation and services).
Payment for campus accommodation may be arranged separately.
Students admitted under coursework programme will be charged a tuition fees of 9 credit hours
(full-time student) and 3 credit hours (part-time students), as indicated in the letter of offer.
Students have to pay additional fee if they wish to register for more credit hours. All fees must
be paid within the add-and-drop period.
TYPES OF FEES
Registration fees
Payable once only during admission.
Registration fee includes charges for orientation, smart card, students activities and
management fees.
Insurance
Local students Takaful Insurance coverage for full-time local students is as follows:: RM60,000 per person
Death Benefit
(accident)
: Based on percentage of permanent disability
Permanent Disability
: RM2,000 per annum/person
Medical Treatment
: RM25.00 per day, up to RM2,000.00 (maximum) per
Hospital Benefits
annum/person
International students must be covered under the Health Insurance Scheme that
consists of Group Hospitalization and Surgical Plan (GHS) and Group Term Life (GTL).
Students must purchase the Insurance Policy from any agent appointed by the
University upon registration.
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Medical examination fee (for international students only)

Payable once only during admission.
Fee includes charges for medical check-up and blood test at the University Health
Centre.
Tuition fees
Payable every semester, within thirty (30) days of the commencement of a new
semester.
Service fees
Service fees includes charges for library, students welfare, health, dental, ICT, sport
(excluding part-time students), and bus services around campus (excluding part-time
students).
The fees are payable every semester, within two (2) weeks after the commencement of
a new semester.
International Students bond
International students are required to pay a students bond during registration.
The bond will be refunded upon completion of studies.
The rate of students bond varies by country.
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PAYMENT MODE
Payment can be made through:
1.
e-com (FPX)
FPX (Financial Process Exchange) is a multi-bank online internet banking service
available through the link: http://e-com.uum.edu.my/bend/paymode.jsp.FPX can be used
by registered internet banking account holder with any of the banks listed below. A
minimum service fee of RM0.70 is charged for payment made via FPX. Student will
receive a confirmation on successful transaction which must be printed and presented
during registration as proof of payment. FPX service is available from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm
daily.
FPX Participating Banks:
Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad
Bank Bumiputra Commerce (CIMB)
Hong Leong Bank Berhad
Public Bank Berhad
2.
e-com (Credit Card)

Payment by credit card is available via Internet for MasterCard or Visa Card holders
worldwide
through
UUM
website
with
the
following
link
http://ecom.uum.edu.my/creditcard/utama.jsp. The site is protected under secure environment
Securecode / Verified by Visa. Student will receive a confirmation on successful
transaction which must be printed and presented during registration as proof of payment.
3.
Payment at Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (BIMB) counters nationwide

Payment can be made at any BIMB counters nationwide via Bill Payment.
The payment will be updated in the students account on the next working day.
Payment through BIMB counters:
i. Go to any BIMB counters nationwide
ii. Complete the Bill Payment Slip available at BIMB counter with the following details:
a. Name
b. I/C No.
c. Payment to whom (UUM)
d. Reference No. : students matric number
iii. Present the Bill Payment Slip at BIMB counter and retain the Bill Payment slip as
proof of payment.
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4.
e-Tunai (e-Cash)
e-Tunai or MEPS Cash is a type of payment using a Smart Card / Bankcard. Student can
use the Smart Card / Bank Card in 5 outlets in UUM: Bursary Counter, Sultanah Bahiyah
Library, Cooperative Shops, PUSUR (Sports and Recreations Centre), and Unimart
Supermarket.
5.
Internet Banking
Payment via internet banking can be done through:
a) BIMB Internet Banking (www.bankislam.com.my)
b) CIMB Clicks (www.cimbclicks.com.my)
c) Maybank2U (www.maybank2u.com.my)
Please specify/choose STUDENT PAYMENT as payment type.
6.
Telegraph Transfer (TT) For payment outside Malaysia

Payment from outside Malaysia can be made through TT as below:
Beneficiary:
Bank name:
Account number:
Bank branch/address: Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (BIMB)

UUM Branch
06010 Sintok, Kedah
Malaysia
Swift code:
Bank tel. no.:
Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad

0209-3010-0000-10
BIMBMYKL
604-928 2650/2651/2652
The document must be presented upon registration as proof of payment.
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Summary of Payment Mode and Type of Payment

No.
Payment Mode
Types of Payment
1
e-com (FPX)
Student fee & other payments
2
e-com
(Credit Student fee & other payments
Card)
3
BIMB counter
Student fee, outstanding amount in
students account, processing fees for
UUM undergraduate & postgraduate
applications
4
e-tunai (e-cash)
Student fee, library charges & other
payments
5
Internet Banking
Student fee & other payments
Cash payment made at the Bursary Counter is subject to a service charge of RM20.00.
Payment in foreign currency is not accepted at the Bursary Counter.
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SECTION 5:
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
REQUIREMENT
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
All International candidates should meet any one of the following English Language
requirements set by the University before they are accepted for admission.
i. Students must obtain:
a. 550 in the TOEFL Paper Based Test; or
b. 80 in the TOEFL Internet Based Test; or
c. not less than 6.0 in the IELTS; or
ii. obtain a degree from any Countries with English Language Education System, as
follows or:
Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Botswana,
British Indian Ocean Territory, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon, Canada, Cayman
Island, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Gambia,
Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guam, Guernsey, Guyana, India, Ireland, Isle of Man,
Jamaica, Jersey, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malta, Marshall Islands,
Mauritius, Montserrat, Namibia, Nauru, New Zealand, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palau, Papua
New Guinea, Philippines, Rwanda, Saint Helena, Saint Kitts & Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint
Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon
Islands, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Swaziland,
Tanzania, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, U.S Virgin Islands, Uganda,
United Kingdom, USA, Zambia, and Zimbabwe;
iii. A degree from any Public University in Malaysia with English as a language of
instruction; or
iv. A degree from any Private University or College University in Malaysia that are listed in
Malaysian Qualifications Register (MQR).
International students who do not meet any of the above English Language requirements, must
sit for and pass the English Language Placement Test (ELPT), which will be conducted by
the UUM Language Centre.
ELPT is administered to gauge the English language proficiency of international students before
they are allowed to sit for postgraduate courses in their programme. ELPT consists of four
components: reading comprehension, grammar, listening, writing, and speaking. The test takes
approximately three hours and must be completed on the same day.
International students who perform poorly in ELPT are required to attend and pass the Intensive
English Language Course (see below) for at least one semester before they are allowed to
proceed with their postgraduate degree programmes.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PLACEMENT TEST (ELPT)

The English Language Placement Test (ELPT) is a test designed to assess the English
language proficiency of international students. ELPT is compulsory for international students of
College of Arts and Sciences and College of Law, Government and International Studies, who
do not meet the English language requirement set by the university.
Rules and regulations:
1. All international students who do not meet the above English Language proficiency
requirements must sit for the ELPT which will be administered twice in each intake: one
week before and one week after the semester begins. Students who do not take the test
on either of the specified dates will be terminated from their study immediately.
2. Students who arrive/plan to arrive after the date of the ELPT will not be allowed to
register as students. Registration can only be done in the subsequent semester.
3. Students who do not sit for ELPT will not be allowed to register for the Intensive English
Language Course.
4. International students must show the following documents before they are allowed to sit
for the ELPT:
ii. proof of registration by showing the original letter of offer which is stamped
REGISTERED by the respective Graduate School; and
iii. international passport or smart card as identification.
International students who fail the ELPT:
1. Must sit for the Intensive English Language Course immediately after the ELPT result
has been announced to the students.
2. Will not be allowed to register for other courses or continue with the programme at their
respective Graduate Schools.
NOTE: Failing to abide by this rule will result in termination of studies.
A pass grade in the ELPT and Intensive English Language Course for International Students is
a requirement for graduation.
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The ELPT is exempted for the following students:

1. Students who graduated from UUM and want to pursue their studies in UUM;
2. Students who were terminated from UUM but later reapply to pursue their postgraduate
studies in UUM, and already have obtained either a passing grade in the ELPT or the
Intensive English Language Course for International Students. The result is valid
for two (2) years;
3. Students who are pursuing their postgraduate studies by research (Masters or Ph.D.)
and are writing their thesis in the Malay language. However, for these students, they
are required to declare that they are writing their thesis in the Malay language by filling in
the declaration form;
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INTENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The Intensive English Language Course for International Students is a course designed
especially for international students who have not demonstrated an acceptable level of English
proficiency upon entrance into the University. This course is compulsory for the following
students:
1. those who have failed the English Language Placement Test (ELPT);
2. those who have failed the ELPT but later produce their acceptable IELTS/TOEFL score
that has been obtained after the date of ELPT.
Students who pursue a programme by full research but who are required to attend the Intensive
English Language Course (because they have failed the ELPT) will be allowed to continue with
their programme as usual. They can, for example, meet their supervisor(s) for consultation.
Students are allowed to take the Intensive English Language Course for a maximum period of
two semesters only. They will be terminated from the university if they fail the course for two
consecutive semesters.
Note: Intensive English Language Course for International Students does not apply to
international students of OYA Graduate School of Business/ UUM COB.
RESULTS OF ELPT AND INTENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE

The results of the ELPT and the Intensive English Language Course will be announced officially
by the University Language Centre to all Colleges and to all students via the UUM Portal.
FEES
English Language Placement Test
Intensive English Language Course for
International Students
RM 1000.00 per student

RM 2880.00 per student per
semester
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SECTION 6:
OTHER IMPORTANT
CONSIDERATIONS
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GETTING TO UUM MAIN CAMPUS (SINTOK)
HOW TO GET TO UUM

Candidates can get to UUM via one of the following methods:
1. by domestic flight from KLIA/LCCT (Air Asia)/Subang Airport (Firefly) to Sultan Abdul Halim
Airport, Alor Star (45 minutes) then by taxi from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport, Alor Star to
UUM (45 minutes);
2. by train from Kuala Lumpur Railway Station to Alor Star (7 hours) then by taxi from Alor Star
Railway Station to UUM (55 minutes);
3. by taxi from Arau Railway Station; or
4. by express bus from Pudu Raya Bus Station to Shahab Perdana Bus Station, Alor Star (5
hours) then by taxi or bus from Shahab Perdana Bus Station Alor Star to UUM (55 minutes).
UPON ARRIVAL BY FLIGHT
All international students/agents should notify the Centre for International Affairs and
Cooperation (CIAC) with detailed information about their arrival. Airport pickup is not provided
for those arriving on dates other than the dates of registration. The CIAC can be contacted at:
Centre for International Affairs and Cooperation (CIAC)
06010 UUM Sintok
Kedah
Contact persons
Phone
Fax
: Mr. Abdul Rahman Mohd Isa (Rahman.mohd@uum.edu.my)

Mr. Abdul Sukor Mohamad (email: abshukor@uum.edu.my)
: 604-928 3403/3407
: 604-928 3405
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TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION
Upon arrival, candidates are advised to find their own accommodation. However, they can also
choose to stay temporarily in any accommodation listed below on their own arrangement.
EDC-UUM
The EDC-UUM is located at Sintok, which is about 3 km from UUM Campus. It offers a
comfortable accommodation for tourists. There are 88 guestrooms (82 Standard Superior, 4
Executive Suites and 2 VIP Suites) and all rooms are decorated with beautiful art work while
Suites rooms come complete with kitchenette and living room.
Standard Superior Room : RM 150.00 per day

Executive Suite
: RM 300.00 per day
VIP Suite
: RM 400.00 per day
All rooms and suites are well furnished and equipped with IDD telephones, individual airconditioning, TV, mini fridge and complementary coffee and tea making facilities. For more
information and room reservation, please contact 604-928 8888 or visit the website
http://www.edc.uum.edu.my
UNIVERSITY INN
The University Inn offers a comfortable accommodation for tourists. It is located near the Sultan
Badlishah Mosque and Varsity Mall. There are two types of rooms offered:
Family room (1 twin bed and 1 single bed): RM 175.00 per day
Standard room with TV and refrigerator: RM 105 per day.
Standard room without TV and refrigerator: RM 130 per day.
Each room is air-conditioned and equipped with a king-sized bed. For more information, please
contact 604-9244545/ 604-9232208/ 604-9284190/604-9284192.
HOTELS NEARBY:
Bustani Hotel, Jitra,
Darul Aman Suites, Jitra
Grand Continental Hotel, Alor Star
Grand Crystal Hotel, Alor Star
Seri Malaysia Hotel, Alor Star
Holiday Villa, Alor Star
Sentosa Regency Hotel, Alor Star
StarCity Hotel, Alor Setar
(604-917 7777)
(604-917 2008
(604-733 5917)
(604-731 3333)
(604-730 8737)
(604-734 9999)
(604-730 3999)
(604-735 5888)
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STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION FOR SINGLE STUDENTS
Universiti Utara Malaysia provides accommodation for almost 22000 of its undergraduate
students in 15 Student Residential Halls (SRH). Many of these halls are named after
multinational companies. They are MAS, TRADEWINDS, TENAGA NASIONAL, PROTON,
PETRONAS, EON, SIME DARBY, MISC, TM, BSN, MAYBANK, BANK MUAMALAT, YAYASAN
AL BUKHARY, BANK RAKYAT, and SME BANK.
The Student Accommodation Centre (SAC) administers accommodation at SRH in UUM.
However, accommodation at SRH for postgraduate students is not guaranteed and depends on
availability.
You may e-mail or contact the Centre for reservation, advice and enquiries.
Student Accommodation Centre (SAC)
06010 UUM Sintok
Kedah
Mr. Noor Azman Yusof
Director
Tel: 04-928 3206
e-mail: azman127@uum.edu.my
Mr. Mohamad Hapisol

Othman
Hostel Manager
Tel : 04-928 6741
e-mail: hapisol@uum.edu.my
Madam Roslina Abdullah

Hostel Manager
Tel : 928 6744
e-mail: lina.ab@uum.edu.my
Mr. Mohd Rodzi Abd

Rahman
Assistant Hostel Manager
(Taman Siswa, Jitra)
Tel : 919 9106/919 9107
e-mail:
rodzi919@uum.edu.my
UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION FOR STUDENTS WITH FAMILIES

We have limited family accommodation; so if you are bringing your family with you to UUM, you
should apply as soon as possible.
On-campus accommodation for students with families is provided at Maybank Residential Hall.
Please contact Student Accommodation Centre for more details.
Off-campus accommodation is also available for students with families at Taman Siswa (see
below).
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TAMAN SISWA (INTERNATIONAL STUDENT RESIDENCE)

Taman Siswa is located at Jitra, Kedah, which is between UUM Sintok (30 km) and Alor Setar
City (20 km). It is surrounded by shop lots, laundry, shopping mall, mini marts, restaurants, fast
food outlets, bus station, hospital/clinics, kindergartens/schools, mosque, and located within
higher education hub of Kedah (Polimas, IAB and IPDA).
Taman Siswa offers comfortable accommodation for international students. All rooms/houses
are fully furnished and equipped with air conditioning units, TV, and refrigerator. Taman Siswa is
equipped with wireless internet service, multipurpose hall and recreational huts.
Transportation services that shuttle students from Taman Siswa to UUM Sintok run four times a
day.
The rental rates at Taman Siswa are as follows:
Single/
Family
House
Rate per month
Deposit (3
months)
House
(3 bedroom)
RM 800*
RM 2400
* Utility costs (electricity and water) are to be paid by the occupant)

For further enquiries and bookings, please contact:
Mr. Tarmidi Mahamod
Assistant Hostel Manager
Tel: 604-919 9114/ 9106 (office)
019-4586015 (mobile)
e-mail: mtarmidi@uum.edu.my
PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION
Private accommodation is also available at small towns close to the University such as
Changlun, Hosba, and Jitra. Students need to make their own arrangement for private
accommodation.
Should you choose to stay in private accommodation, we recommend that you come to
Malaysia earlier to find a place to stay and arrange for your family to join you once you have
found
one.
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SECTION 7:
STUDENT DRESS CODE
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STUDENT DRESS CODE

Students are advised to comply with the dress code of the University and dressed appropriately
at all times.
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SECTION 8:
APPENDICES
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USEFUL CONTACT
Department
Telephone
E-mail
604-928 4000
servicedesk@uum.edu.my
Graduate Studies Unit

Department of Academic
Affairs
604-928 3308/3315/3327
heanet@uum.edu.my
Othman Yeop Abdullah

Graduate School of Business
604-928 7113/7120/7121
oyagsb@uum.edu.my
Awang Had Salleh Graduate

School of Arts and Sciences
604-928 5255/5263/5264/5267
ahsgs@uum.edu.my
Ghazali Shafie Graduate

School of Government
604-928 7752/7755/7759
gsgsg@uum.edu.my
Bursars Department
604-928 3203/3230/3258
bendnet@uum.edu.my
Centre for International Affairs

and Cooperation (CIAC)
604-928 3403/3407/3412
ciacnet@uum.edu.my
Students Accommodation
Centre (SAC)
604-928 4152/4153/4154
sacnet@uum.edu.my
U-Assist
604-928 7777
Security Department
604-928 3333
University Health Centre
604-928 4444
Computer Centre
604-928 6666
Language Centre
604-928 5703/5705
haslida@uum.edu.my
UUM Kuala Lumpur Campus
603-2610 3030/3333
nhamidah@uum.edu.my
Perpustakaan Sultanah
Bahiyah (Library)
604-928 3611/3624
refquery@uum.edu.my
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HOW TO ACTIVATE UUM E-MAIL ACCOUNT

Once registered, students can activate their e-mail account by the following steps:
STEP 1
Create or apply your E-mail ID.
(i) Log in to UUM Portal (http://umis.uum.edu.my)
User id: s<matric no.>

Password: IC/passport no.
(ii) Click on Postgraduate Academic Affair (GAIS), and then Application for Email ID
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(iii) Enter 3 options for your e-mail ID and then click SUBMIT
(iv) Your record will be updated once you have submitted your e-mail options. Successful email ID will be displayed in your academic portal (students personal information).
Approval of e-mail ID is subject to availability, in which, the ID has not been used in
UUM and will be based on priorities set by the student.
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STEP 2
To activate E-mail ID, go to this URL http://mail.live.com
Enter Student UUM Live ID (as approved and displayed in your academic portal)
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STEP 3
Provide account information after Sign-in
Click I accept when finish
Provide account information
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We respect your privacy and will use this information in accordance with our privacy policy. Learn about Windows Live privacy.
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Change your password
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Six-characters minimum: case sensitive
Password strength :
*Retype new password :

Make my password expire every 72 days
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*Country/Region :
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Why is this required?
*Postal Code :
*City/Region :
*Birth Year :
If you forget your password,

well need this information
and your secret answer to
verify your identity and allow
you to reset your password.
06010
Kedah
1978
Example : 1999
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Review and accept the Agreements
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STEP 4
Click Sign in to Windows Live
STEP 5
Type the characters you see in the picture and click Continue to proceed.
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2014/2015 SESSION (APPLIES IN UUM SINTOK)
FIRST SEMESTER 2014/2015
(141)
SECOND SEMESTER
2014/2015
(142)
24 August 2014 (Sunday)
8 February 2015 (Sunday)
Payment of fees/ Medical Check-up/Health

Insurance for new students (international)
25 26 August 2014
9 10 February 2015
Registration of new postgraduate students
27 28 August 2014
11 12 February 2015
1 September 2014 (Monday)
3 September 2014 (Wednesday)
18 February 2015 (Wednesday)
4 September 2014 (Thursday)
Course registration (new postgraduate

students)
3 21 September 2014 (2 weeks)
18 February 8 March 2015

(2 weeks)
Renewal of registration and course registration

(returning postgraduate students)
18 February 8 March 2015

(2 weeks)
Period of study
6 September 16 October 2014

(6 weeks)
21 February 9 April 2015

(7 weeks)
14 September 2014
1 March 2015
Last day to SUBMIT THESIS for examination

(without charge)
7 October 2014 (Tuesday)
23 March 2015 (Monday)
Last day to settle fees in current semester
23 March 2015 (Monday)
Last day to WITHDRAW from examination / to

apply for deferment of study (with 50%
refundable fees)
7 April 2015 (Tuesday)
17 24 October 2014 (1 week)
10 17 April 2015 (1 week)
25 October 18 December 2014

(8 weeks)
18 April 4 June 2015

(7 weeks)
Last day to WITHDRAW from examination / to

apply for deferment of study
11 December 2014 (Thursday)
28 May 2015 (Thursday)
Last day to submit Project Paper/ Internship/

Practicum Report
4 June 2015 (Thursday)
20 December 2014 15 January

2015
(4 weeks)
6 June 2 July 2015

(4 weeks)
16 January 20 February 2015

(5 weeks)
3 July 4 September 2015

(9 weeks)
Last day to transmit examination marks

(lecturers)
29 January 2015 (Thursday)
16 July 2015 (Thursday)
Release of examination results
5 February 2015 (Thursday)
30 July 2015 (Thursday)
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Arrival of new international postgraduate
students
English Language Placement Test
1st
Test
Last day of registration (new postgraduate

students)
English Language Placement Test 2nd Test
Intensive English Course for International

Students begin
Mid-semester break
Period of study
Examination period
Semester break
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PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
(141)
16 September 2014 (Tuesday) Malaysia Day
SECOND SEMESTER 2014/2015

(142)
19 & 20 February 2015 (Thursday & Friday) Chinese New

Year
1 May 2015 (Friday) Labour Day
6 June 2015 (Saturday) Kings Birthday
18 & 19 July 2015 (Saturday & Sunday) Aidul Fitri
31 August 2015 National Day
5 & 6 October 2014 (Sunday & Monday) Aidul Adha

23 October 2014 (Thursday) Deepavali
25 October 2014 (Saturday) Awal Muharram
25 December 2014 (Thursday) Christmas Day
3 January 2015 (Saturday) Prophet Muhammads Birthday
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2014/2015 SESSION (APPLIES TO UUM OFF-CAMPUS CENTRES)

FIRST SEMESTER
2014/2015
(141)
SECOND SEMESTER
2014/2015
(142)
THIRD SSEMESTER 2014/2015

(143)
30 August 2014 (Saturday)
4 January 2015 (Sunday)
2 3 May 2015
Course registration for new

postgraduate students
10 25 January 2015 (2 weeks)
6 24 May 2015 (2 weeks)
Renewal of Registration
and course registration for
returning postgraduate
students
6 21 September 2014
10 25 January 2015 (2 weeks)
6 24 May 2015 (2 weeks)
6 September 7 December 2014

(12 weeks)
*Aidul Adha: 5 6 October 2014
10 January 29 March 2015

(12 weeks)
9 May 2 August 2015

(12 weeks)
*Aidul Fitri: 18 19 July 2015
Last day for students to

settle the fees for current
Semester
9 February 2015 (Monday)
8 June 2015 (Monday)
Last day to WITHDRAW

from examination / to apply
for deferment of study (with
50% refundable fees)
24 February 2015 (Tuesday)
23 June 2015 (Tuesday)
Last day to WITHDRAW

from examination / to apply
for deferment of study
7 December 2014 (Sunday)
29 March 2015 (Sunday)
Last day to submit Project

Paper/Research Paper/
Internship/Practicum
Report
7 December 2014 (Sunday)
29 March 2015 (Sunday)
13 21 December 2014 (1 week)
4 12 April 2015 (1 week)
8 16 August 2015 (1 week)
22 December 2014
9 January 2015
13 April 8 May 2015
17 August 4 September 2015
Last day for lecturers to

transmit examination
marks
4 January 2015 (Sunday)
26 April 2015 (Sunday)
Release of examination
results
8 January 2015 (Thursday)
30 April 2015 (Thursday)
3 September 2015 (Thursday)
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Registration of new
postgraduate students
Period of study
Examination Period
Semester break
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PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
(141)
SECOND SEMESTER 2014/2015

(142)
THIRD SEMESTER 2014/2015

(143)
16 September 2014 (Tuesday) Malaysia

Day
3 January 2015 (Saturday)

Prophet Muhammads Birthday
6 June 2015 (Saturday) Kings

Birthday
5 & 6 October 2014 (Sunday & Monday)

Aidul Adha
19 20 February 2015 (Thursday

& Friday) Chinese New Year
23 October 2014 (Thursday) Deepavali
1 May 2015 (Friday) Labour Day
29 30 July 2015 (Saturday &

Sunday) Aidul Fitri
31 August 2015 (Monday)
National Day/ Independence Day
25 October 2014 (Saturday) Awal

Muharram
Christmas Day
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DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST
Candidates are to make sure that the following documents are brought along during the
registration day for verification by the respective Graduate School:
(i)
Original letter of offer
(ii)
Original degree (Bachelors and/or Masters)
(iii)
Original academic transcript
(iv)
Original certificate of English Qualification (MUET/IELTS/TOEFL)
(v)
Completed medical examination form (Section 2, 3 and 4 must be filled

by the examining doctor)
(vi)
Health insurance (for international students only)
(vii)
Proof of payment for registration (the amount to be paid is as stated in

the letter of offer)
(viii)
Latest bank account statement that has at least USD2500 for

candidates from ASEAN and USD5000 for candidates from nonASEAN.
Note: Candidate who fails to show any one of the above documents will NOT be allowed to
register.
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IMPORTANT FORMS
Following are the forms that students need to complete and hand in during the registration.
Example of each form is attached in this Guide.
1. Reply Form (Form A) or (Form A1 off campus)
2. Students Record (Form B)
3. Letter of Undertaking (Form C)
4. Student Declaration (Form D)
5. Health Examination Report (Form E - International students) or (Form E1 - Local students)
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Website: http://ahsgs.uum.edu.my
E-Mail: ahsgs@uum.edu.my or ahsgsnet@uum.edu.my (Staff AHSGS) Fax: 04-928 5297 or 5298
NO.
STAFF NAME
POSITION
OFFICE OF THE DEAN (AWANG HAD SALLEH GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES)
1
Prof. Madya Dr. Engku Muhammad Nazri Engku Abu Bakar
Dean
2
Dr. Nor Laily Hashim
Deputy Dean
3
Rosmimah Omar
Office Secretary
ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE UNIT
1
Mohd Ashari Yaakub
Senior Principal Assistant Registrar
2
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Office Assistant (Main Office)
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Senior Principal Assistant Registrar
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Noramyza Mohamad
ADMISSION & RECORD UNIT
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Assistant Registrar
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Harizuani Idris
Executive Officer
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Suriani Ahmad
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Kalsum Hasan
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Haslinda Musa
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Shakariah Abdul Rahman
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Jamilah Ismail
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Executive Officer
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Junaidah Md Deris
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Sabarina Kamaruddin
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RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR COMPUTING AND TECHNOLOGY
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Director
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Mazli Mutazam
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ADMISSION GUIDE FOR

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Postgraduate Studies at UUM

Terms and Conditions of Enrolment

Student Pass for International Student

Guide for Registration

English Language Requirement

Other Important Considerations

Student Dress Code

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Graduate Studies Unit

This Guide has been assembled by:

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AT UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

STRUCTURE OF POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

Coursework and Dissertation (mixed mode)

LANGUAGE USE IN THE PROGRAMME

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT

REGISTRATION AND ORIENTATION

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

For Research Mode Students

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

STUDENT PASS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Two (2) copies of the Offer Letter;

Four (4) most recent passport-sized photographs (blue background only)

B. Information Related To Student Pass

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Receive the offer letter for postgraduate

b) Ensure that all information and

Prepare to depart for UUM

Registration and orientation at UUM

Smart card application

Activate UUM students e-mail account

Online course registration through UUM

b) Ensure that all information and

Registration and orientation at UUM

Smart card application

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Receive the offer letter for postgraduate

Submit documents for Student Pass

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS TO MALAYSIA (FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

Passport or Travel Document

Fulfil visa requirement

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

MEDICAL EXAMINATION (MANDATORY)

Defer registration until

Not accepted to register as

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

Conditions to Undergo Medical Examination

Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students

PURCHASE OF HEALTH INSURANCE BY INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (MANDATORY)

Hospital Room & Board (Overall daily

Hospital Supplies & Services

Accidental Dental Treatment (Max per

Medical Report Fees (Per admission)

6% of Eligible Expenses Reimbursed on