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Admission Guide for Postgraduate Students 1

ADMISSION GUIDE FOR

POSTGRADUATESTUDENT


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

Foreword 3

Postgraduate Studies at UUM 4

Terms and Conditions of Enrolment 6

Student Pass for International Student 9

Guide for Registration 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


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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 isdeveloped to facilitate your admission to the University.

This Guide is aimed very much at the new postgraduate students at the University as it containsstatements 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 theUniversity has planned for you before and during registration, terms and conditions ofenrolment, English language requirement, and medical examination.

Upon your arrival you may find life somewhat confusing while you find your feet. Dont be afraidto ask questions of anyone, it will speed your settling in at the University. The factual informationcontained herein is updated every year.

On behalf of Universiti Utara Malaysia, the Graduate Studies Unit welcomes you to thisuniversity and hope you have a pleasant stay here throughout your study.

All the best in your academic endeavour!

Graduate Studies UnitUniversiti Utara Malaysia

2014

1This Guide has been assembled by:Dr. Faridahwati Mohd. ShamsudinMdm. Azian NafiahMdm. Fadhlina Md PudziMdm. Mahani Ahmad


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SECTION 1:

POSTGRADUATE STUDIESAT UNIVERSITI UTARA

MALAYSIA


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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) CourseworkStudents are required to attend lectures and tutorials for duration of twelve (12) tofourteen (14) weeks per semester. Students have to fulfil a set number of credit hoursbased 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 forexaminations. Students are also required to submit a written dissertation forexamination.

c) ResearchStudents pursuing research degrees have to complete a research under the supervisionof a principal supervisor appointed by the respective Graduate School. At the end of theprogramme, students are required to submit a written thesis for examination. Studentsmay 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

Englishis the language of instruction for our postgraduate programmes.


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SECTION 2:

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OFENROLMENT


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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 inyour offer package.

For Coursework/ Mixed ModeStudents

Candidates are to register at thespecified date and venue as statedin the letter of offer.

If the University does not receiveany response from the candidateswithin fourteen (14) days after theregistration date, the Universitywill assume that they are nolonger interested in theprogramme and the offer will beautomatically invalid

For Research Mode Students

Candidates are to register at the specified dateand venue as stated in the letter of offer.

If the University does not receive any responsefrom the candidates within fourteen (14) daysafter the registration date, the University will

assume that they are no longer interested in theprogramme and the offer will be automaticallyinvalid.

However, candidates may be allowed to registerlate, in which the date will be determined by theGraduate School:a) Semester I - early of October,

November and Decemberb) Semester II - early of March, April, May

and June

Candidates who apply for late registration mustfulfil the English Language requirements or

they will be advised to defer their studies untilthe following semester intake.

Full amount of fees will be charged tocandidates for late registration in the relevantsemester.


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DEFERMENT OF REGISTRATION

Candidates who have been accepted into a programme of study but have not yet registered canopt to defer their registration by applying in writing to the Dean of Graduate School. The periodof deferment cannot exceed one (1) semester. Candidates are advised to make a freshapplication 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, andColleges;

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.


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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 inMalaysia are required to obtain a Visa With Reference (VWR) letter before entering

Malaysia. The VWR will be issued by the Malaysian Immigration Department Headquarters inKuala Lumpur to all prospective students. In order to obtain this VWR, upon the receiving ofthe Offer Letter, you are required to submit the following documents via email [email protected] (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 theVWR letter upon receiving it from the Malaysian Immigration Department. With the VWRletter, you are entitled to a Single Entry Visa on your passport to be obtained from thenearest 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 thestipulated semester, has to re-apply for a new VWR as the approved VWR is valid for 1 to 3months only.

5. Please be informed that if you do not have a VWR letter, you will not be allowed toenter Malaysia. For a full guide, please visit our website athttp://ciac.uum.edu.myor contactour 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 inMalaysia.
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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 thestipulated Rules and Regulations.

3. All charges related to the student pass/visa, social pass, special pass or fines in the eventthat 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 andCooperation (CIAC), which in turn, will make payment to the Malaysian ImmigrationDepartment.

4. In the event that students need to renew their student pass/visa, they are required to do so atleast one (1) month before it expires. Otherwise, they have to pay an additional RM 100.00toobtain a special pass.

COURSE REGISTRATION

Students must formally register for the selected courses within the first two (2) weeksof the

commencement of every semester. Registration of courses can only be done online via UUMportal 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 andto 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. follow and pass the examination for all subjects as determined by the programme of studyand obtain a CGPA of at least 3.00;

ii. sit for any other examination as may be determined by the programme of study;iii. fulfil all requirements of the Universities and University College Act and other related acts;iv. settle all debts and dues owed to the University;v. for students pursuing a programme of study by research, they must present, defend and

submit the thesis successfully.vi. Ph.D. candidates must produce at least two (2) articles, in which they are required to choose

either Option A or Option B:

Option A1. at least one (1) article is accepted for publication in ISI Journal or Scopus; and2. at least one (1) article is under review for publication in a refereed journal.

Option BTwo (2) articles are published in a refereed journal.

TERMINATION OF STUDY

Students who have obtained an unsatisfactory academic report or have violated the Universitiesand 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.Receive the offer letter for postgraduateadmission

2. Send the reply form to the respectiveGraduate School as a notice of acceptance

3.

Medical Check-up(1 set of medical report for UUM HealthCentre)

Note: medical examination at UUM HealthCentre or Government Hospital only)

4.

Prepare documentation for registration:a) Complete all forms attached to this

Registration Guide;

b) Ensure that all information and

documents are complete (i.e. ORIGINALcertificates of diploma/degree, academictranscript, certificate of English LanguageProficiency (if any)IELTS/TOEFL/MUET, letter ofscholarship/study loan, letter ofemployment (if any) and letter of offer forpostgraduate admission).

5.Payment of fees(the amount to be paid is as stated in theoffer letter)

6. Prepare to depart for UUM

7. Registration and orientation at UUM

8. Smart card application

9.Activate UUM studentse-mail account(http://mail.live.com)

10.Online course registration through UUMPortal,www.umis.uum.edu.my(one weekafter registration)

International Candidates

1.Receive the offer letter for postgraduateadmission and Visa with Reference (VWR)

approval letter.2.

Send the reply form to the respectiveGraduate School as a notice of acceptance

3.

Prepare documentation for registration:a) Complete all forms attached to this

Registration Guide;

b) Ensure that all information anddocuments are complete (i.e.ORIGINAL certificates ofdiploma/degree, academic transcript,certificate of English LanguageProficiencyIELTS/TOEFL/MUET,

letter of scholarship/study loan, letterof employment (if any) and letter ofoffer for postgraduate admission).

4.Apply for a Single Entry Visafrom thenearest Malaysian Embassy/ConsulateOffice at your own country.

5. Prepare to depart for UUM

6.Payment of fees(the amount to be paid is as stated in theoffer letter)

7.Medical Check-up(1 set of medical report for UUM HealthCentre)

8.Purchase health insurance(from Insurance Agent appointed by UUM)

9. Registration and orientation at UUM

10. Smart card application

11.Submit documents for Student Passapplication at Visa Unit, CIAC(within one week after registration)

12.Activate UUM studentse-mail account(http://mail.live.com)

13.Online course registration through UUMPortal (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 relatedforms/documents given.

5. Ensure that all information and documents are complete (i.e. ORIGINAL certificates ofdiploma/degree, MUET/IELTS/TOEFL, full academic transcript, letter ofscholarship/study loan, offer letter and letter of approval/official leave fromemployer, 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 DocumentAnyone entering Malaysia must possess a valid national Passport or internationallyrecognized Travel Document valid for travel to Malaysia. The document shall be valid formore than six months from the date of entry to Malaysia.

Fulfil visa requirementForeign nationals who require a Visa to enter Malaysia must apply and obtain a Visa inadvance at the Malaysian Representative Office before entering the country. The grantof 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.

PassForeign nationals have to obtain a pass at the point of entry besides a Visa (whererequired) which allows them to stay temporarily, in Malaysia. A pass is an endorsementin 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 medicalexamination 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, allinternational students must undergo a medical check-up and subscribe to a health insuranceplan before they are allowed to register in any higher education institution in Malaysia. Startingfrom Second semester 2008/2009 session, UUM has stipulated that candidates who fail toundergo 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 theimplications to study at this University.

Type of Illness/Disease Example Implications

1. Contagious

Expected to recoverwithin a long period oftime

High treatment costs

HIV

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis C

Not accepted to register asstudents

2. Contagious

Expected to recover withtreatment within someperiod of time

Tuberculosis Defer registration untilrecover (not more than 2semesters)

3. Contagious

Expected to recoverwithin a short period oftime

Malaria

Typhoid

Syphilis

Accepted to registerHave to undergo treatmentFinanced by insurance

4. Other illnesses

considered to beendemic by the Ministryof Health of Malaysia

Japanese

encephalitis SARS

Avian flu

Not accepted to register as

students


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Conditions to Undergo Medical Examination

1. It is compulsory for local and international candidates to use the Health Examination Reportattached to this Guide.

2. University only accepts medical examination done within three (3) months beforeregistration.

3. University has the right to ask candidates to go through the medical check-up or any specificlaboratory 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 beborne 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 Schemethroughout their period of study.

Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) is working together with our local insurance agents to offerinsurance plans comprising Group Hospitalisation and Surgical Plan (GHS), and also GroupTerm Life (GTL) with the following benefits. International students must at least be coveredunder Plan 100 (minimum requirement):

1. GROUP HOSPITALISATION AND SURGICAL

BENEFITS:PLAN100

PLAN150

PLAN200

Hospital Room & Board (Overall dailymax. up to 120 days Private and

Government Hospitals)i) Ordinary Roomii) Intensive Care Unit (Daily Max. up

to 20 days)

RM100 perday

RM150 perday

RM200 perday

Hospital Supplies & Services

As Charged As Charged As Charged

As Charged

Anesthetic Fees

Operation Theatre

Second Surgical OpinionIn Hospital Physicians Visit (Max.1Visit Per day)Pre Hospital Diagnostic Services (maxper disability within 60 days)

PreHospital Specialist Consultation(Max per disability within 60 days)

Post Hospitalization Treatment (Up to60 days max per disability followingdischarge from hospital or uponundergoing Daycare Procedure)

Emergency Accidental Out-patientTreatment (Max. per disability within 24hours after the accident & follow-uptreatment up to 60 days)Daycare Procedure (Follow up treatmentup to 60 days max per disability)

Ambulance Fees (by road) (max. perdisability)


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BENEFITS:PLAN100

PLAN150

PLAN200

Accidental Dental Treatment (Max perdisability within 24 hours after theaccident & follow up treatment up to 14days)

400.00 500.00 600.00

Medical Report Fees (Per admission) 50.00 50.00 50.00

Emergency Out-patient Treatment(sickness)

100.00 100.00 100.00

(Max. per disability from 12 midnight to 6am)

As Charged

Daily Cash Allowance at GovernmentHospital (Daily up to 120 days)

40.00 50.00 60.00

Hospital Service Tax6% of Eligible Expenses Reimbursed on

Room & Board

Overall Limit For Government HospitalAdmission

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 riskof bodily injuries caused solely and directly byaccidental means resulting in death or permanentdisablement 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 onAccidental DeathDeath & P. Disablement RM20,000 per life on NaturalDeathMedical Expensesup to RM2,000 per life

GEOGRAPHICAL LIMIT : Worldwide 24 Hours but excluding Israel unlessapproval from relevant Government Authorities isobtained.

COVERAGE: Worldwide 24 Hours.


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ANNUAL PREMIUM:-

Person Cover

Premium Per Year

Plan 1(maximum coverage

RM 10,000)


RM20,000)


RM30,000)

Student only RM216.10 RM266.10 RM316.10

Student and spouse RM366.10 RM466.10 RM566.10

Student and children RM516.10 RM666.10 RM816.10

Student and family RM666.10 RM866.10 RM1,066.10

OTHERS:

- Insurance policy is compulsory for all international students or else the student visa cannot berenewed.

- 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 theauthorised Insurance Company (Information on the insurance company can be obtained fromthe 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 clearlystate 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 9.00a.m. to 11.00 a.m. Please observe the flow of registration, as shown below:

COUNTER ACTION(S)

Secretariat

To make sure candidates have the following documents:

Original offer letter

Endorsement by the University Health Centre on candidateshealth status

Proof of purchase of health insurance (for internationalcandidates 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.

Checking & VerifyingDocuments

To check and verify the ORIGINALITYof all academic documentsand 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/ relevantauthorities 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 giventheir personal file to be completed.

Registration To activate the candidates matriculation number

Smart Card Smart card application

Visa(for internationalcandidates only)

Students are to submit the following documents:1. International students form2. 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 theInsurance Company appointed by UUM (KSDC);

6. Two (2) copies of Medical Report (UUM form) certified by theUniversity Health Centre;

7. A copy of official receipt for tuition fees and the PersonalBond payment.

8. Payment in cash for:a. Student PassRM60.00 per year or part thereof;


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COUNTER ACTION(S)

b. A visa fee the amount varies depending on thecountry of origin, but does not exceed RM100.00 peryear; and

c. Processing fees of RM60.00

Upon receiving all required documents, CIAC will liaise with theImmigration Department to get the Student Pass for the applicants.

Registration Kit

Students are to submit their personal file with the followingdocuments attached:

Students personal details for postgraduate programme

Letter of undertaking;

Student declaration form

Endorsement by the University Health Centre on students healthstatus

Letter of approval/ official leave from employer/ relevantauthorities 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, withyour name and matriculation number clearly written.

Complete the enclosed forms included in this Guide, and submit them to the appropriatecounter 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 Schoolof Business:Ms. Rozita Ramli ([email protected])orMrs. Azamah Din ([email protected])Phone : 604-928 7113/7120Fax : 604-928 7160Website: http://oyagsb.uum.edu.my

2. Awang Had Salleh Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, UUM CAS:Mrs. Wan Norhashima Wan Min ([email protected])orMs. Harizuani Idris ([email protected])Phone : 604-928 5263/5264

Fax : 604-928 5297/5298Website : http://ahsgs.uum.edu.my

3. Ghazali Shafie Graduate School of Government, UUM COLGIS:Mrs. Yus Asma Yusoff ([email protected])orMr. A Butt s/o Ooi Boon Chai ([email protected])Phone : 604-928 7752/7755/7759Fax : 604-928 7848/7849Website: 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 studiesthrough UUM e-mail. As such, it is compulsoryfor all students to activate and use their e-mailfrequently.

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 GraduateSchool to do so.

COURSE REGISTRATION

Students pursuing a programme of study by coursework must formally register for the selectedcourses within the first two (2) weeksof the commencement of every semester. Registrationof 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 andto sit for examination.

PAYMENT OF FEES

New postgraduate students must settle their fees as stated in the letter of offer beforeregistration. Any additional fee such as tuition fee for extra credits must be paid within the add-and-drop period.

The University reserves the right to automatically deactivate a students statusand drop allregistered courses if students fail to pay the full amount of fees within the stipulated timeperiod.
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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 Centrefor International Affairs and Cooperation (CIAC) will assist in applying Student Pass once theyare registered as UUM students. International students are required to submit the followingdocuments to CIAC:

1. Original Passport;2. A copy of VWR Approval Letter;3. Two (2) copies of Student Confirmation Letterfrom 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 receiptfor tuition fees and the Personal Bond payment.7. Payment in cash for:

a. Student PassRM60.00 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 ImmigrationDepartment to get the Student Pass for the applicants.

Upon receiving all required documents, CIAC will liaise with the Immigration Department to getthe 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 makearrangements for financial support and payment of Student Fee throughout their study. TheStudent Fee consists of registration, tuition, accommodation and services. Note: The Universitydeserves 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 ofpayment must be produced upon registration as proof.

Sponsored student must submit Sponsorship Letter upon registration. The letter must clearlystate 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 mustbe 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 studentsTakaful Insurance coverage for full-time local students is as follows:-

Death Benefit(accident)

: RM60,000 per person

Permanent Disability : Based on percentage of permanent disability

Medical Treatment : RM2,000 per annum/person

Hospital Benefits : RM25.00 per day, up to RM2,000.00 (maximum) perannum/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 theUniversity 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-timestudents).

The fees are payable every semester, within two (2) weeks after the commencement ofa 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 serviceavailable through the link: http://e-com.uum.edu.my/bend/paymode.jsp .FPX can be usedby registered internet banking account holder with any of the banks listed below. Aminimum service fee of RM0.70 is charged for payment made via FPX. Student willreceive a confirmation on successful transaction which must be printed and presentedduring registration as proof of payment. FPX service is available from 7:00 am to 11:00 pmdaily.

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 holdersworldwide through UUM website with the following link http://e-com.uum.edu.my/creditcard/utama.jsp . The site is protected under secure environment

Securecode / Verified by Visa. Student will receive a confirmation on successfultransaction 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 nationwideii. Complete the Bill Payment Slip available at BIMB counter with the following details:

a. Nameb. I/C No.c. Payment to whom (UUM)

d. Reference No. : students matric numberiii. 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 canuse the Smart Card / Bank Card in 5 outlets in UUM: Bursary Counter, Sultanah BahiyahLibrary, Cooperative Shops, PUSUR (Sports and Recreations Centre), and UnimartSupermarket.

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 Malaysiacan be made through TTas below:

Beneficiary: Universiti Utara Malaysia

Bank name: Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad

Account number: 0209-3010-0000-10

Bank branch/address: Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (BIMB)

UUM BranchUniversiti Utara Malaysia06010 Sintok, KedahMalaysia

Swift code: BIMBMYKL

Bank tel. no.: 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 (CreditCard)

Student fee & other payments

3 BIMB counter Student fee, outstanding amount instudents account, processing fees forUUM undergraduate & postgraduateapplications

4 e-tunai (e-cash) Student fee, library charges & otherpayments

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 LANGUAGEREQUIREMENT


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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 mustobtain:a. 550in the TOEFL Paper Based Test; orb. 80 in the TOEFLInternet Based Test; orc. not less than 6.0in the IELTS; or

ii. obtain a degree from any Countries with English Language Education System, asfollows 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, PapuaNew Guinea, Philippines, Rwanda, Saint Helena, Saint Kitts & Nevis, Saint Lucia, SaintVincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, SolomonIslands, 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 ofinstruction; or

iv. A degree from any Private University or College University in Malaysia that are listed inMalaysian Qualifications Register (MQR).

International students who do not meet any of the above English Language requirements, mustsit for and pass the English Language Placement Test (ELPT), which will be conducted bythe UUM Language Centre.

ELPT is administered to gauge the English language proficiency of international students beforethey are allowed to sit for postgraduate courses in their programme. ELPT consists of fourcomponents: reading comprehension, grammar, listening, writing, and speaking. The test takesapproximately three hours and must be completed on the same day.

International students who perform poorly in ELPT are required to attend and pass the IntensiveEnglish Language Course (see below) for at least one semester before they are allowed toproceed 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 Englishlanguage proficiency of international students. ELPT is compulsory for international students ofCollege 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 proficiencyrequirements must sit for the ELPT which will be administered twice in each intake: oneweek before and one week after the semester begins. Students who do not take the teston 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 toregister 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 EnglishLanguage Course.

4. International students must show the following documents before they are allowed to sitfor the ELPT:

ii. proof of registration by showing the original letter of offer which is stampedREGISTERED by the respective Graduate School; and

iii. international passport or smart cardas identification.

International students who fail the ELPT:

1. Must sit for the Intensive English Language Course immediately after the ELPT resulthas been announced to the students.

2. Will not be allowed to register for other courses or continue with the programme at theirrespective 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 isa requirement for graduation.


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The ELPT is exempted for the following students:

1. Students who graduated from UUMand 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 theIntensive 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, theyare required to declare that they are writing their thesis in the Malay language by filling inthe declaration form;


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INTENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

The Intensive English Language Course for International Students is a course designedespecially for international students who have not demonstrated an acceptable level of English

proficiency upon entrance into the University. This course is compulsory for the followingstudents:

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 IntensiveEnglish Language Course (because they have failed the ELPT) will be allowed to continue withtheir 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 twoconsecutive semesters.

Note: Intensive English Language Course for International Students does not apply tointernational 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 officiallyby the University Language Centre to all Colleges and to all students via the UUM Portal.

FEES

English Language Placement Test RM 1000.00 per student

Intensive English Language Course forInternational Students

RM 2880.00 per student persemester


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SECTION 6:

OTHER IMPORTANTCONSIDERATIONS


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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 HalimAirport, Alor Star (45 minutes) then by taxi from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport, Alor Star toUUM (45 minutes);

2. by train from Kuala Lumpur Railway Station to Alor Star (7 hours) then by taxi from Alor StarRailway Station to UUM (55 minutes);

3. by taxi from Arau Railway Station; or4. 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 andCooperation (CIAC)with detailed information about their arrival. Airport pickup is not providedfor those arriving on dates other than the dates of registration. The CIAC can be contacted at:

Centre for International Affairs and Cooperation (CIAC)Universiti Utara Malaysia06010 UUM SintokKedah

Contact persons : Mr. Abdul Rahman Mohd Isa ([email protected])Mr. Abdul Sukor Mohamad (email:[email protected])Phone : 604-928 3403/3407Fax : 604-928 3405
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TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION

Upon arrival, candidates are advised to find their own accommodation. However, they can alsochoose 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 acomfortable accommodation for tourists. There are 88 guestrooms (82 Standard Superior, 4Executive Suites and 2 VIP Suites) and all rooms are decorated with beautiful art work whileSuites 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 air-conditioning, TV, mini fridge and complementary coffee and tea making facilities. For moreinformation and room reservation, please contact 604-928 8888 or visit the websitehttp://www.edc.uum.edu.my

UNIVERSITY INN

The University Inn offers a comfortable accommodation for tourists. It is located near the SultanBadlishah 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, pleasecontact 604-9244545/ 604-9232208/ 604-9284190/604-9284192.

HOTELS NEARBY:

Bustani Hotel, Jitra, (604-917 7777)Darul Aman Suites, Jitra (604-917 2008Grand Continental Hotel, Alor Star (604-733 5917)Grand Crystal Hotel, Alor Star (604-731 3333)Seri Malaysia Hotel, Alor Star (604-730 8737)Holiday Villa, Alor Star (604-734 9999)Sentosa Regency Hotel, Alor Star (604-730 3999)StarCity Hotel, Alor Setar (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 aftermultinational 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 onavailability.

You may e-mail or contact the Centre for reservation, advice and enquiries.

Student Accommodation Centre (SAC)

Universiti Utara Malaysia06010 UUM SintokKedah

Mr. Noor Azman YusofDirectorTel: 04-928 3206e-mail:[email protected]

Mr. Mohamad HapisolOthman

Hostel ManagerTel : 04-928 6741e-mail: [email protected]

Madam Roslina AbdullahHostel Manager

Tel : 928 6744e-mail:[email protected]

Mr. Mohd Rodzi AbdRahman

Assistant Hostel Manager(Taman Siswa, Jitra)Tel : 919 9106/919 9107e-mail:[email protected]

UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION FOR STUDENTS WITH FAMILIES

We have limited family accommodation; so if you are bringing your family with you to UUM, youshould 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 (seebelow).
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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 SetarCity (20 km). It is surrounded by shop lots, laundry, shopping mall, mini marts, restaurants, fastfood outlets, bus station, hospital/clinics, kindergartens/schools, mosque, and located withinhigher education hub of Kedah (Polimas, IAB and IPDA).

Taman Siswa offers comfortable accommodation for international students. All rooms/housesare fully furnished and equipped with air conditioning units, TV, and refrigerator. Taman Siswa isequipped with wireless internet service, multipurpose hall and recreational huts.

Transportation services that shuttle students from Taman Siswa to UUM Sintok run four times aday.

The rental rates at Taman Siswa are as follows:

House Rate per monthDeposit (3months)

Single/Family

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 MahamodAssistant Hostel ManagerTel: 604-919 9114/ 9106 (office)

019-4586015 (mobile)e-mail:[email protected]

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION

Private accommodation is also available at small towns close to the University such asChanglun, Hosba, and Jitra. Students need to make their own arrangement for privateaccommodation.

Should you choose to stay in private accommodation, we recommend that you come toMalaysia earlier to find a place to stay and arrange for your family to join you once you havefound 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 appropriatelyat all times.


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SECTION 8:

APPENDICES


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USEFUL CONTACT

Department Telephone E-mail

Universiti Utara Malaysia 604-928 4000 [email protected]

Graduate Studies UnitDepartment of AcademicAffairs

604-928 3308/3315/3327 [email protected]

Othman Yeop AbdullahGraduate School of Business

604-928 7113/7120/7121 [email protected]

Awang Had Salleh GraduateSchool of Arts and Sciences

604-928 5255/5263/5264/5267 [email protected]

Ghazali Shafie GraduateSchool of Government 604-928 7752/7755/7759 [email protected]

Bursars Department 604-928 3203/3230/3258 [email protected]

Centre for International Affairsand Cooperation (CIAC)

604-928 3403/3407/3412 [email protected]

Students AccommodationCentre (SAC)

604-928 4152/4153/4154 [email protected]

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 [email protected]

UUM Kuala Lumpur Campus 603-2610 3030/3333 [email protected]

Perpustakaan SultanahBahiyah (Library)

604-928 3611/3624 [email protected]
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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)

(ii) Click on Postgraduate Academic Affair (GAIS), and then Application for Email ID

User id: sPassword: IC/passport no.
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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 e-mail 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 inUUM and will be based on priorities set by the student.


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STEP 2

To activate E-mail ID, go to this URLhttp://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

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STEP 4Click 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)

ACADEMIC CALENDARFIRST SEMESTER 2014/2015

(141)

SECOND SEMESTER2014/2015

(142)

Arrival of new international postgraduatestudents

24 August 2014 (Sunday) 8 February 2015 (Sunday)

Payment of fees/ Medical Check-up/HealthInsurance for new students (international)

2526 August 2014 910 February 2015

Registration of new postgraduate students 2728 August 2014 1112 February 2015

English Language Placement Test1stTest 1 September 2014 (Monday) 15 February 2015 (Sunday)

Last day of registration (new postgraduatestudents)

3 September 2014 (Wednesday) 18 February 2015 (Wednesday)

English Language Placement Test 2ndTest 4 September 2014 (Thursday) 22 February 2015 (Sunday)

Course registration (new postgraduatestudents)

321 September 2014 (2 weeks) 18 February8 March 2015(2 weeks)

Renewal of registration and course registration(returning postgraduate students)

321 September 2014 (2 weeks)18 February8 March 2015

(2 weeks)

Period of study6 September16 October 2014

(6 weeks)

21 February9 April 2015

(7 weeks)

Intensive English Course for InternationalStudents begin

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 7 October 2014 (Tuesday) 23 March 2015 (Monday)

Last day to WITHDRAW from examination / toapply for deferment of study (with 50%refundable fees)

21 October 2014 (Tuesday) 7 April 2015 (Tuesday)

Mid-semester break 1724 October 2014 (1 week) 1017 April 2015 (1 week)

Period of study25 October18 December 2014

(8 weeks)

18 April4 June 2015

(7 weeks)

Last day to WITHDRAW from examination / toapply for deferment of study

11 December 2014 (Thursday) 28 May 2015 (Thursday)

Last day to submit Project Paper/ Internship/Practicum Report

18 December 2014 (Thursday) 4 June 2015 (Thursday)

Examination period20 December 201415 January

2015

(4 weeks)

6 June2 July 2015

(4 weeks)

Semester break16 January20 February 2015

(5 weeks)

3 July4 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)


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PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

FIRST SEMESTER 2014/2015(141)

SECOND SEMESTER 2014/2015(142)

16 September 2014 (Tuesday)Malaysia 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

19 & 20 February 2015 (Thursday & Friday)Chinese NewYear

1 May 2015 (Friday)Labour Day

6 June 2015 (Saturday)Kings Birthday

18 & 19 July 2015 (Saturday & Sunday)Aidul Fitri

31 August 2015National Day


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ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2014/2015 SESSION (APPLIES TO UUM OFF-CAMPUS CENTRES)

ACADEMIC CALENDARFIRST SEMESTER

2014/2015(141)

SECOND SEMESTER2014/2015

(142)

THIRD SSEMESTER 2014/2015(143)

Registration of newpostgraduate students 30 August 2014 (Saturday) 4 January 2015 (Sunday) 23 May 2015

Course registration for newpostgraduate students

621 September 2014 (2 weeks) 1025 January 2015 (2 weeks) 624 May 2015 (2 weeks)

Renewal of Registrationand course registration forreturning postgraduatestudents

621 September 2014 1025 January 2015 (2 weeks) 624 May 2015 (2 weeks)

Period of study6 September7 December 2014

(12 weeks)

*Aidul Adh a: 5

6 Octob er 2014

10 January29 March 2015

(12 weeks)

9 May2 August 2015

(12 weeks)

*Aidul Fitri: 1819 July 2015

Last day for students tosettle the fees for currentSemester

7 October 2014 (Tuesday) 9 February 2015 (Monday) 8 June 2015 (Monday)

Last day to WITHDRAWfrom examination / to applyfor deferment of study (with50% refundable fees)

21 October 2014 (Tuesday) 24 February 2015 (Tuesday) 23 June 2015 (Tuesday)

Last day to WITHDRAWfrom examination / to applyfor deferment of study

7 December 2014 (Sunday) 29 March 2015 (Sunday) 2 August 2015 (Sunday)

Last day to submit ProjectPaper/Research Paper/Internship/PracticumReport

7 December 2014 (Sunday) 29 March 2015 (Sunday) 2 August 2015 (Sunday)

Examination Period 1321 December 2014 (1 week) 412 April 2015 (1 week) 816 August 2015 (1 week)

Semester break22 December 2014

9 January 201513 April8 May 2015 17 August4 September 2015

Last day for lecturers totransmit examinationmarks

4 January 2015 (Sunday) 26 April 2015 (Sunday) 30 August 2015 (Sunday)

Release of examinationresults

8 January 2015 (Thursday) 30 April 2015 (Thursday) 3 September 2015 (Thursday)


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PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

FIRST SEMESTER 2014/2015(141)

SECOND SEMESTER 2014/2015(142)

THIRD SEMESTER 2014/2015(143)

16 September 2014(Tuesday)MalaysiaDay

5 & 6 October 2014(Sunday & Monday)Aidul Adha

23 October 2014 (Thursday)Deepavali

25 October 2014 (Saturday)AwalMuharram

25 December 2014 (Thursday)Christmas Day

3 January 2015(Saturday)Prophet Muhammads Birthday

1920 February 2015(Thursday& Friday)Chinese New Year

1 May 2015(Friday)Labour Day

6 June 2015(Saturday)KingsBirthday

2930 July 2015(Saturday &Sunday)Aidul Fitri

31 August 2015 (Monday)National Day/ Independence Day


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DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST

Candidates are to make sure that the following documents are brought along during theregistration 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 filledby theexamining doctor)

(vi) Health insurance (for international students only)

(vii) Proof of paymentfor registration (the amount to be paid is as stated inthe letter of offer)

(viii) Latest bank account statement that has at least USD2500 forcandidates from ASEAN and USD5000 for candidates from non-

ASEAN.

Note: Candidate who fails to show any one of the above documents will NOT be allowed toregister.


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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 A1off 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: [email protected] or [email protected] (Staff AHSGS) Fax: 04-928 5297 or 5298

NO. STAFF NAME POSITION EXT E-MAIL

OFFICE OF THE DEAN (AWANG HAD SALLEH GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES)

1 Prof. Madya Dr. Engku Muhammad Nazri Engku Abu Bakar Dean 5250 enazri

2 Dr. Nor Laily Hashim Deputy Dean 5252 laily

3 Rosmimah Omar Office Secretary 5251 rosmimah

ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE UNIT

1 Mohd Ashari Yaakub Senior Principal Assistant Registrar 5253 ashari

2 Rozlina Abu Seman Administrative Assistant (C/O) 5254 rozlina

3 Nur Razyatul Amiza Mohd Ghazali Administrative Assistant (C/O) 5258 razyatul

4 Muhammad Fakhri Md Zain Administrative Assistant (C/O)

5257 fakhri

5 Zulkifly Saleh Office Assistant (Main Office) 5259 zulkifly

LECTURE AND FEE UNIT

1 Mohd Ashari Yaakub Senior Principal Assistant Registrar 5253 ashari

2 Noramyza Mohamad Administrative Assistant (C/O) 5255 noramyza

ADMISSION & RECORD UNIT

1 Wan Norhashima Wan Min Assistant Registrar 5263 shima

2 Harizuani Idris Executive Officer 5264 harizuani

3 Suriani Ahmad Administrative Assistant (C/O) 5267 suriani

4 Kalsum Hasan Administrative Assistant (C/O)

5265 kalsum

5 Haslinda Musa Administrative Assistant (C/O)

5266 m.haslinda

6 Shakariah Abdul Rahman Administrative Assistant (C/O)

5299 shakariah7 Jamilah Ismail Administrative Assistant (C/O) 5292 jamilahis

EXAMINATION AND GRADUATION UNIT

1 Shahrul Anuar Hanapi Administrative Assistant (C/O)

5256 s.anuar

RESEARCH, VIVA AND TRAINING UNIT

1 Mohd Azri Md Nadzir Social Research Officer 5272 mdazri

2 Asman Mansor Executive Officer 5273 m.asman

3 Junaidah Md Deris Administrative Assistant (C/O)

5274 d.jun

4 Sabarina Kamaruddin Administrative Assistant (C/O) 5275 sabarina

5 Nur Faizah Saidin Administrative Assistant (C/O) 5276 s.nufaizah

RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR COMPUTING AND TECHNOLOGY

1 Dr. Ahmad Suki Bin Che Mohamed Arif Director 5280 suki1207

2 Mazli Mutazam Social Research Officer 5281 mazli

3 Chek Asma Ishak Administrative Assistant (C/O) 5282 c.asma

INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCE RESEARCH IN EDUCATION

1 Dr Ruzlan Md Ali Director 5285 ruzlan
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