Universiti Utara Malaysia

Official Website
Email: servicedesk@uum.edu.my

Overview

Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), established in 1984, is a public university located in Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia, with a strong specialization in management, business, and leadership studies.

UUM is widely known as “The Eminent Management University,” reflecting its core focus on producing graduates with strong managerial and leadership capabilities. Over time, it has expanded its academic offerings to include fields such as information technology, economics, law, and social sciences.

The university hosts a large and diverse student population, including international students, and emphasizes research, innovation, and global collaboration. Its motto, “Knowledge, Virtue, Service,” highlights a holistic approach to education that balances academic excellence with ethical values and community contribution.

Key Strengths:

- Strong specialization in management, business, and leadership education

- Wide range of programs across business, IT, law, economics, and social sciences

- Large and diverse international student community and global partnerships

- Emphasis on research, innovation, and socio-economic development

Academic Calendar

Fall Semester

- Nomination Deadline: Around Mid-May

- Application Deadline: Around Early-Mid June

- Semester Start: Around Early September

- Lecture Start: Around Mid-Late September

- End of Lectures: Around Early February

- End of Semester: Around Late February

Spring Semester

- Nomination Deadline: Around Mid-November

- Application Deadline: Around Early-Mid December

- Semester Start: Around Early March

- Lecture Start: Around Mid-Late March

- End of Lectures: Around Mid July

- End of Semester: Around Late August

Exact dates may vary each academic year. Students are advised to refer to the partner university’s official website for the most updated information.

Orientation programs are held 1-2 weeks before the semester begins. Students are encouraged to arrive early.

General Info Sheets

Language Requirements:

- English Programs: B2

- German Programs: B2

Required Documents:

- Application Form

- Accommodation Form

- Transcript of Records

- Learning Agreement

- Language Certificate

- Passport Copy

- Passport-sized Photo

Requirements for Enrolment:

- Semester Fee Payment

- Health Insurance

- Student Visa

Support and Information:

- Student Accommodation

- Introduction Week

- Student Life

- Living Costs

Courses in English

UUM offers many programmes in English, especially in business, IT, and science-related fields.

- Business and Management

- Economics and Finance

- Information Technology and Computer Science

- Public Administration

- Law and Social Sciences

English is widely used as a medium of instruction, especially for technical and international programmes, although some courses (particularly in social sciences) may also use Bahasa Malaysia depending on the programme.