Universiti Utara Malaysia: Rankings, Courses, Admissions, Tuition Fee, Cost of Attendance & Scholarships

Universiti Utara Malaysia is one of the top non-profit public higher education universities in Malaysia holding accreditation by AACSB, EPAS, CIMA, ACCA, and CPA Australia. Programs offered by Universiti Utara Malaysia at UG and PG level are in the field of business, management, arts, science, law, hospitality, economics, accounting, and finance.

The university offers trimester-wise education and invites applications in the months of January, May, and September. Candidates seeking to study at UUM can apply through the official application portal of the university. The application deadline is closed for 2022, however aspirants can apply from September 26, 2022 for the 2023 academic year.

The tuition fee at UUM ranges from RM 17,750 to RM 54,306. Students enrolling in the university can avail scholarships like Malaysia Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan , Malaysian International Scholarship, Albukhari Scholarship and others to international students.

Table of Contents

Universiti Utara Malaysia Ranking
Universiti Utara Malaysia Highlights
Universiti Utara Malaysia Programs
Universiti Utara Malaysia Campus
Universiti Utara Malaysia Accommodation
Universiti Utara Malaysia Admission
6.1 Admission Requirement
6.2 Documents Required
6.3 English Language Proficiency
Universiti Utara Malaysia Attendance Cost
Universiti Utara Malaysia Scholarship
Universiti Utara Malaysia Alumni
Universiti Utara Malaysia Placement
FAQs

Universiti Utara Malaysia Rankings 2023

As per top ranking agencies for 2023 and 2024 Universiti Utara Malaysia is ranked:

Top 520 in the world by QS 2022
#601-800 in the world by THE
#155 position in Asia by THE
#107th position in Asia by QS

Subject-wise rankings of Universiti Utara Malaysia by QS are:

#201+ in the world for Global MBA
#201-250 in the world for Accounting & Finance
#201-250 in the world for Business & Management
#301-350 in the world for Economics and Econometrics

Universiti Utara Malaysia Highlights

College Type	Public
College Campus	Urban
Application Portal	University Online Application
Application Mode	Online
No. of Campus	2
Campus Location	Sintok, and Kuala Lumpur
Intake Sessions	3 intakes a year
Field of Study	Business, Management, Economics, Law, Accounts, Tourism, Psychology etc.
Campus Accommodation	Yes
Enrollment Fee	RM 125 (for Asian) RM 175 (for Non-Asian)
Mode of Programs	Full time
Types of Programs	UG, PG and PHD
Official Website	http://www.uum.edu.my/

Universiti Utara Malaysia Top Programs

Universiti Utara Malaysia offers UG, PG, Foundation, PG research level and distance learning programs in the field of Business, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Management, Hospitality, Law, Humanities, Applied Science and Software Engineering.

Programs offered by the institution are by research and by coursework. The requirement and tuition fees are different for each course which is tabulated below:

Programs	Fees (in RM)	Requirements (Research)
Msc in International Accounting (Course work)	22,666	UG with CGPA - 2.75 or; UG with 5 years work experience
Msc in Accounting (Research)	23,274	UG (Hons) with CGPA- 2.75 or; UG with work experience
MBA	38,820	UG with CGPA- 2.75 and 3 years of work experience or; UG with 5 years work experience
Master of Business Management	22,918	UG with CGPA- 3.0 or equivalent qualification, or; Diploma with 10 years work experience and passed APEL level 7
Msc in Finance (research)	17,750	UG with CGPA- 2.75 or; UG with relevant work experience
Phd Business Administration	54,306 (3 years)	PG or equivalent with 5 years relevant work experience or; UG with 10 years relevant work experience
Phd Marketing/Entrepreneurship	41,196 (3 years)	PG with CGPA- 3.0 or; UG with CGPA- 3.67 and passed in interview assessment round

Universiti Utara Malaysia Campus

Universiti Utara Malaysia has two campuses, one is at Kedah Darul, Aman, Sintok and the second one is at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Both campuses are equipped with extensive facilities, learning resources and are located in places where students can easily access transportation, stationery shops, restaurants, cafes, stores, hotels etc.

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Sintok Campus- It is the main campus fully covered with greenery and has multiple academic blocks and buildings. The campus is a huge one and attracts many tourists to visit.

Student accommodation facility is only available at Sintok.
One can find here clubs and associations like sports clubs, arts and science clubs, cultural clubs.
Other facilities at Sintok include cafe, restaurants, ICT service center, shuttle service to commute, university health services center, one-stop center, mosques, fishing lakes, golf courses, museums, malls, gym etc.
It has a huge library named Perpustakaan Sultanah Bahiyah of 49,169 sqm area.The library contains 1.2 million different resources including books, journals, reports, etc. 1 lakh printed books, special collections of rare books, thesis, video clips and articles can be found here.

Kuala Lumpur Campus- It has digital classrooms, library, computer labs, student lounges, cafeteria, prayer rooms, sports and other recreational facilities.

Universiti Utara Malaysia Accommodations

Students looking for accommodation facilities in Malaysia post admission in the university can opt for the on campus residential facility. The university offers residential service to nearly 20,000 students in 15 different residential buildings called INASIS. All the residential buildings are equipped with common facilities like rooms, cafeteria, shops, laundry, mini-mart, recreation center, and sports facilities. Accommodation to PG students is provided as per first come first serve basis.

The private room contains a bed, study table, internet connection, and a wardrobe.
Facilities in the apartment include bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living room. Students with families can also avail the apartment accommodation with a deposit of RM 1500 extra.
Students with families can opt for the residential house as well with a deposit of 3 months' rent at one go.

Below is the table which will gives you an idea of the costs of accommodation at UUM:

Accomodation Type	Costs
Private Rooms for UG students	RM 570 / Semester
Private Rooms for PG students	RM 576 / Semester
Apartment Maybank without AC	RM 250 / month
Apartment MayBank with AC	RM 350 / month
Apartment University Inn	RM 850 / month
Sisiran House	RM 450 / month
Taman Universiti House	RM 570 / semester

Universiti Utara Malaysia Admissions

International applicants seeking to study at Universiti Utara Malaysia are required to apply 3 months before the deadlines and should not be less than 18 years. Enrolled students to specific courses must pay the fee before the deadline otherwise a penalty of RM 200 will be charged. The details of the application process at UUM is shared below:

Application Portal - University Online Application
Application Fees:
- RM 125 (for Asian)
- RM 175 (for Non-Asian)
Application Deadlines
- May 29, 2023
- January 23, 2023
- September 26, 2023

Application Procedure

At first, visit the website and confirm eligibility and admission criteria
Visit the official portal and download the form
Fill the form carefully and arrange the required documents
Submit the form and pay the application fees
Send the documents to the required address and wait for the reply
Institute authority will process the form under the guidelines
Candidates will be notified if the application is successful
After getting the offer letter candidates need to complete the further admission process like apply for a Malaysia student visa, get ready with the necessary requirements to visit the campus.

Documents required

Transcripts of the previous qualification
Research proposal
Work experience
Passport and photographs
English language proficiency test scores
Accommodation application form and fees (if required)
Statement of Purpose (1000 to 2000 words)
Information of nearest Malaysian embassy address
Proof of application fee payment
Other requirements as per the program

English Language Proficiency Test Scores

International students are required to provide proof of English language proficiency as per the course requirement to secure a seat at the institute. Institute accepts multiple English language test scores as proof of English proficiency like IELTS, TOEFL IBT/PBT, MUET, CTE and PTE.

Candidates are also required to study the academic English language enhancement program if they do not meet the required criteria.
Students who don’t meet the English language criteria are not allowed to register for the course but can attend the intensive language course which prepares them to sit for the MUET exam conducted by the university. After attaining the minimum level of score in MUET, students will get a chance to study in the institute.

Here are the required English language test scores for PG programs:

Tests	Score without English enhancement program	Score with English enhancement program
IELTS	6.0	5.5
TOEFL IBT	80	53 to 79
TOEFL PBT	550	447 to 549
PTE	50	42 to 49
CET	169	162 to 168
MUET	4.0	3.0

Universiti Utara Malaysia Cost of Attendance

Students are advised to plan their finances in advance and check their budget to stay in Malaysia before taking admission. The following breakup of costs can help students to arrange finances accordingly:

Expenses	Annual Costs (in RM)
Tuition fees	7,750 - 54,306
Accommodation	12,000
Food	12,000
Transport facility	4,200
Others	6,000

Universiti Utara Malaysia Scholarships

Aspirants planning to study in Malaysia and are looking for financial aid can apply for scholarships available for talented international students with good academic records enrolling into a PG or Phd program.

The specifics of a few scholarships are tabulated below.

Particulars	Malaysian International Scholarship	Commonwealth Scholarship	Albukhary Foundation Scholarship
Amount	RM 1500 per month	Covers all tuition fees	Variable
Criteria	Age- Minimum 40 years For PG- UG with CGPA 3.5 For Phd-PG with CGPA 3.5 IELTS-6.5 TOEFL-92 Submit research proposal of 1000 words	Based on academic performance	Merit and need based For PG students
Help Desk	international@mohe.gov.my	https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/apply/	https://albukharyfoundation.my/creating-opportunity/scholarship-programme/

Universiti Utara Malaysia Alumni Network

Institute has a huge network of famous alumni working all over the country and globe. Alumni regularly visit campus and provide students some deep learning and information about industries.

Few of the notable alumni of the university are:

Noraini Ahmad - Minister of Higher Education of Malaysia
Pekin Ibrahim – actor and singer
Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani - Inspector General of Police
Shahidan Kassim - Former Menteri Besar of Perlis
Shamsul Anuar Nasarah - Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Malaysia

Universiti Utara Malaysia Placements

Universiti Utara Malaysia has different career development and training centers for students to help them in career development and planning, job search in Malaysia, career counseling, part-time job placement and others. It also helps students by providing the best resources for job outlook, salary, and employment trend information.

The Institute regularly conducts career talks & fairs and other training like CV writing, interview cracking tips and tricks sessions and other skill development programs to help students to explore career opportunities and help them to get jobs and internships before the completion of the program.

Here is the industry wise data of average salary of graduates of Utara Malaysia:

Programs	Annual average salary (in RM)
Bachelor of Science	1,16,242
Bachelors	1,61,908
Finance	1,61,908
Human Resources	1,32,848
Accounting and Professional Service	87,181
Logistics	2,69,847
Compliance, KYC & Monitoring	3,94,392

Universiti Utara Malaysia is a famous government higher education provider university in Malaysia with the only aim to offer world-class industry-relevant programs to students. Each program has a different entry requirement and fee structure. Students are advised to visit the official website to check the eligibility and fees structure before applying. Students seeking to apply to study in Malaysia in any of the programs must at first have a look at the program structure, facilities, and exposure opportunity.

FAQs

Ques. Which university is best among the Sunway University of Universiti Utara Malaysia?

Ans. Sunway University is a private university, on the other hand, Utara is a public university located in Malaysia with multiple campuses. Both have different world ranking and education facilities. You can compare all the factors of both universities to know which is best.

Ques. What if I'm unable to prove my English language proficiency?

Ans. English language proficiency plays a big role in taking admission at Utara. If you are unable to prove language proficiency then you don’t get a chance to register in the program. You may attend the intensive language course for international students which prepares them to sit for the MUET exam conducted by the university.

Ques. Does Universiti Utara Malaysia offer any financial Aid?

Ans. Yes, the institute offers two types of scholarships to international students. The first is Malaysian international scholarship and the other is commonwealth scholarship. Both scholarships will be awarded to top-performing students in academics as well as in interviews.

Ques. When is the deadline for the next intake session at Utara Malaysia?

Ans. The next intake session deadline of Utara is September 26, 2021, January 23, 2022, and May 29, 2022. Apply before the deadline.

Ques. How much did it cost me to study at Utara Malaysia?

Ans. According to the university website, the tuition fees will cost you around RM 17,750 to RM 54,306 for the entire program (may change) and living will cost you around RM 30,000 per year (this may decrease or increase as per your demand).

Ques. Does Utara Malaysia offer any accommodation facility?

Ans. Yes, the institute offers a huge facility of accommodation to students. Institute has the capacity to accommodate 20,000+ students in its residential buildings. Institute offers rooms, apartments, and houses for rent including all the needed facilities.

Ques. What is the procedure to avail of the scholarships at Utara Malaysia?

Ans. Students are advised to apply for the scholarship before the deadline. As scholarship is limited so only top-performing students are able to grab the opportunity. So visit the official website to check your eligibility and deadline.

Ques. What is the main thing to keep in the mind at the time of applying to Utara Malaysia?

Ans. International students need to be aware that you just need to apply for admission at Utara Malaysia 3 months earlier than the deadline of each intake session. The candidate is also required to pay all the fees 30 days before the last date otherwise they will charge a penalty.

Ques. What are the campus facilities available at Utara Malaysia?

Ans. The main campus is the largest campus and covers so much area of greenery and forest. Due to this feature, it consists of other facilities such as a museum, parks, fishing lakes, restaurant, and cafes, etc. Both campuses consist of high-speed internet, labs, libraries, academic blocks, seminar halls, mosques, AC classrooms, etc.

Ques. What are the other academic requirements at Utara Malaysia?

Ans. Some programs at Utara require prior work experience in the related field of study. Some programs also require a written research proposal of 1000 to 2000 words as well as financial proof and interviews as well. Visit the official website for the same.