INTAKE OPEN DEADLINE June 1 st November 15 th March September 1 st November 30 th June February 1 st June 30 th November Payment and Documents required: 1. Copy of academic certificate with detailed academic qualification, or its equivalent. 2. Copy of translated certificate (if issued in other than English). 3. Copy of passport (first page). The passport must be valid for at least two years prior to expiry date. 4. Copy of English language certificate (IELTS/ TOEFL PBT/ TOEFL IBT). 5. Financial statement showing financial capability from the bank or relevant institution for self-financing student or a letter of guarantee from the sponsor for sponsored students. 6. Copy of original documents to be certified by justice of the peace, notary public. 7. A non-refundable USD65.00 application fee by the Electronic Funds Transfer : For further information, please contact Division of Admission, Level 1, Canselori Putra, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor Phone: +603-9796 6051 / +603-9796 1463 | Email: [email protected] / [email protected] Website : http://www.akademik.upm.edu.my Application can ONLY be made ONLINE at http://www.akademik.upm.edu.my/international_admission-1842 Bank Account No : 8002155042 Bank Name : CIMB BANK BERHAD Account Name : UPM Collection Bank Branch : Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang Branch Swift code : CIBBMYKL Application results will be issued within two weeks to six weeks after submission of complete application. Disease International students must ensure they are in good health to study in Malaysia. Those who have been diagnosed with certain infectious diseases such as Hepatitis, AIDS, HIV, SARS, JE, Tuberculosis etc. are prohibited from studying in Malaysia. We strongly advise them to have a medical examination before applying for the admission to UPM. Visa & Student Pass International students must obtain a student pass to study in Malaysia. Prior to their arrival to Malaysia, they must obtain a Visa Approval Letter (VAL) of which must be submitted to the Malaysian Embassy/ High Commission in their country for them to get Single Entry Visa. The detail of the procedure will be furnished to successful candidate in the registration guidelines. LIFE AT UPM Student Life Affordable Cost of Living The cost of living for International students studying at UPM is reasonably low compared to international standards, between MYR900.00– MYR1200.00 (USD300.00-USD400.00) a month (not inclusive accommodation) depending on individual needs. Necessary facilities and amenities are readily available within the campus and its vicinity to make the life of a student much easier. Culture Malaysian culture is an amalgamation of all the different ethnicities that are found within the country. At UPM, the cultural diversity is further enriched by the presence of close to 5000 international students who are enrolled in UPM. Safety Students’ safety is taken seriously at UPM. UPM’s security personnel patrol the campus frequently and are always at hand to offer assistance as and when necessary. Entertainment & Shopping UPM’s main campus is a 20-minute drive away from Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. Students can access the nation’s top entertainment, shopping and cultural centres via a rapid city rail service. Currency The monetary unit of the country is Ringgit Malaysia (MYR). The exchange rate is valued at USD1.00 = MYR4.20 (subject to change). Foreign currencies can be exchanged at banks and money changers. Facilities & Amenities Accommodation on Campus The on campus accommodation provides great value-for-money and are situated in close proximity to campus facilities, transport and other important consumer services. There are two (2) types of accommodation within the UPM campus which are available for international students which include student apartments which comprise 2-bedroom and 1-bathroom flats, and residential colleges, which comprise twin sharing rooms with common facilities. International students are advised to reserve their accommodation before coming to Malaysia as apartments and rooms in residential college are limited. The cost of accommodation can vary from USD100.00- USD300.00 a month. Undergraduate student will be automatically provided with on campus accommodation which is twin sharing room. Students do not need to apply for the on campus accommodation. Student also can choose whether to accept the offer to stay on campus or off campus. UPM will not be responsible to find an off campus accommodation. UPM also will not be responsible for any matter related to the rental and tenancy agreement made between Student and the owners/agents for the off campus accommodation. Off Campus Accommodation The nearby off campus accommodation are in Seri Kembangan and Serdang. Approximately 15 minutes from UPM by bus. UPM Shuttle Bus services are available for UPM students straight to the campus. Transportation Students’ transportation inside and outside of campus is well taken care of via the UPM coach services. Each student is expected to pay approximately USD 20 per semester for unlimited rides. UPM’s Student Affairs Division has also allocated more than 20 university buses to cater to students’ academic and co-curricular activities outside the campus. UPM’s covered bus-stops are equipped with fans, lights and notice boards to maximize student comfort. Transportation Students’ transportation inside and outside of campus is well taken care of via the UPM coach services. Each student is expected to pay approximately USD 20 per semester for unlimited rides. UPM’s Student Affairs Division has also allocated more than 20 university buses to cater to students’ academic and co-curricular activities outside the campus. UPM’s covered bus-stops are equipped with fans, lights and notice boards to maximize student comfort. Medical Check-up MYR 250.00 Insurance MYR 500.00 - MYR 800.00 Visa Approval Letter (VAL) MYR 1,400.00 – MYR 2,000.00 (refer to EMGS for exact amount payable - varies by country) Accommodation MYR 2000.00 per semester Food There are many choices of cafeteria, restaurants and food stalls available within the campus and in the surrounding neighbourhood. Food can be obtained at any hour, for, besides the cafeterias at faculties, many eat-outs in the vicinity are open 24-hours. Among well-known fast food joints available in the vicinity are McDonalds, Kentucky Fried Chicken to name a few. Health & Welfare All international students can access outpatient clinic services provided at the University Health Centre which is located within the campus. The health centre provides a comprehensive array of health services and is well-equipped with modern facilities and pharmaceutical amenities which enable the efficient provision of effective health and dental services to all registered students and staff. Among facilities and services available at the centre are medical, dental, x-ray- physiotherapy, ambulance service, dispensary, laboratory etc. IT Facility UPM’s IT infrastructure provides a range of facilities and services to assist students with their IT-related needs. Wireless hotspots and access to the Internet and other online resources including Library e-resources/e-journals and student portals are readily available throughout the university. Sports & Recreation UPM’s sports facilities are numerous and are aimed at encouraging and supporting its students in their sports initiatives. UPM’s commitment to sports can be seen by the dedicated block for athletes, built at the University’s Sixth College. UPM also has a swimming pool, a sports complex with a main stadium for track and field events, a multipurpose hall (for indoor games such as squash, netball, sepak takraw, volleyball, basketball), a golf course, an equine park etc. Amenities Basic amenities available within the campus include post office, bank, book-shop, optical shop etc. INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES International Centre The International Centre of UPM supports the university’s mission to become a university of international repute. It is basically responsible for providing all the necessary support to international students who are studying at UPM. It also serves as a one-stop centre for information on the university’s international activities. International Student Association (UPMISA) UPMISA is a student association for international students studying at UPM and is basically responsible for fostering a good relationship among all international students of UPM by organizing various interaction programmes and activities. HOW TO APPLY Application Deadline These are average fees which are applicable to successful applicants OTHER FEES UPM has 16 faculties and a centre offering a variety of academic programmes to meet the current needs of students. The self-accreditation status awarded to upm reflects its high quality eco-system which is crucial for effective learning transfer and high quality academic programmes offered in line with its status as one of the leading research universities in the country. FOUNDATION PROGRAMME Universiti Putra Malaysia’s Foundation programme is run by the Centre of Foundation Studies for Agricultural Science. The programme is named “Foundation Programme for Agricultural Science”. The foundation programme provides the academic background in subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Agriculture, English For Academic Purpose, Oral Interaction Skills and Introduction to Information Technology. This programme is designed to prepare students with the necessary foundation before they pursue for bachelor programmes at University Putra Malaysia. This Programme is delivered through engaging lectures supplemented with laboratory, and field work and projects to build the knowledges and necessary skills to succeed not only in their undergraduate studies, but more importantly, as independent life-long learners. UNIVERSITI PUTRA MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMMES Undergraduate