You may visit the Inbound Academic Exchange Programme website at https://cee.utar.edu.my/StudentExchange/InboundAcademicEP.php to find out more about the requirements and application procedures to join the programme. Please ensure that you meet the requirements before completing the ‘Inbound Application Form’. Alternatively you may contact Student Exchange Programme coordinators in your university prior to making any decision.

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Below are the starting dates to apply for the programme according to the trimester: 

• Admission for January Trimester – 1st August of the previous trimester year 

• Admission for May Trimester – 1st January of the current trimester year 

• Admission for October Trimester – 1st May of the current trimester year

 

For example: 

• Admission for January 2021 Trimester – 1st August 2020 

• Admission for May 2021 Trimester – 1st January 2021 

• Admission for October 2021 Trimester – 1st May 2021

Below are the closing dates to submit the documents according to the trimester: 

• Admission for January Trimester – 30th September of the previous trimester year 

• Admission for May Trimester – 28th February of the current trimester year 

• Admission for October Trimester – 30th June of the current trimester year

 

For example: 

• Admission for January 2021 Trimester – 30th September 2020 

• Admission for May 2021 Trimester – 28th February 2021 

• Admission for October 2021 Trimester – 30th June 2021

There is no requirement for exchange students, but it is advisable for students to have English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.0 or above, especially for English-taught courses. However, if students plan to take courses in English Language and English Education programmes, the English requirement is IELTS 6.0 or above.

a. A completed inbound application form with a passport size photo. 

b. A letter of recommendation from Head of Department / Dean from Home Institution stating purpose and duration of study at UTAR. 

c. A copy of Official Academic Transcripts (in certified English translation if the language in transcript is not English). 

d. A copy of passport (only pages with passport number, photo, issuance and expiry date). 

The following additional documents are required for Student Pass and Visa application: 

a. One passport-sized colour photograph with white background ONLY (4.5cm x 3.5cm) - JPEG format. 

b. A letter of confirmation from Home Institution to prove that applicant is enrolled as a full-time student at Home Institution. 

c. A copy of passport which includes all pages including blank pages (The passport must be valid for at least 12 months from the expected date of entry). 

d. Health Declaration Form.

You may visit our Undergraduate Programme website at https://study.utar.edu.my/undergraduate.php, to find out more about the study programmes offered by UTAR. 

**All UTAR Undergraduate Programmes accept exchange students except for BACHELOR OF MEDICINE and BACHELOR OF SURGERY.
This programme is only for local students.

The application process takes approximately 1 month upon the submission of application form and supporting documents. If the application is successful, you will be issued an offer letter and student bill, together with student pass application charges.

Upon receiving the student bill, you are required to make payment for immigration charges and send the telegraphic transfer receipt to: 

• Sungai Long Campus
  Ms. Hely Wong Shin Chet – wongschet@utar.edu.my 

• Kampar Campus
  Ms. Sindy Choong Pik Sin – choongps@utar.edu.my 

Your student pass application will be submitted to Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and Immigration Malaysia to process the electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVAL). Your eVAL will be ready in approximately 45 working days. 

Important Note:
The eVAL is only valid for 6 months. Failure to enter Malaysia within 6 months after the eVAL is issued may result in students needing to reapply for the “Student Pass”.

Yes, you need to apply for a Mobility Student Pass. Upon receiving the eVAL you must obtain the Single Entry Visa (SEV) from the Malaysian High Commission / Embassy / Consulate Office overseas before entering Malaysia.

Important Note:
SEV must be utilised within 3 months of issuance. Failure to provide eVAL and SEV may result in denied entry to the country by the Immigration Department of Malaysia.

Please inform the Student Exchange Programme coordinators in your university and they will send an email of cancellation or deferment to UTAR Student Exchange Programme coordinators: 

• Sungai Long Campus
  Ms. Hely Wong Shin Chet – wongschet@utar.edu.my 

• Kampar Campus
  Ms. Sindy Choong Pik Sin – choongps@utar.edu.my 

Your student pass application will be submitted to Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and Immigration Malaysia to process the electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVAL). Your eVAL will be ready in approximately 45 working days. 

Important Note:
The eVAL is only valid for 6 months. Failure to enter Malaysia within 6 months after the eVAL is issued may result in students needing to reapply for the “Student Pass”.

Below is the estimated monthly cost of living for an exchange student in Malaysia:

Accommodation

Around RM 400 to RM 900 (Off-campus housing)

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Food

Around RM 600 to RM1000 (Three meals per day)

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Transportation

Around RM 30 to RM 70 (UTAR or Public Transport)

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Others*

Around RM 200 to RM 300

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Estimated cost per month

Around RM1230 to RM2270

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* Entertainment, clothes, mobile phone, utilities, books etc.

The official transcript will be ready within 1 month after result is released. 

To join the Outbound Academic Exchange Programme, you must be a full-time UTAR undergraduate student who has obtained at least 2 trimester results (Year 1 Trimester 3 or above) with a recommended CGPA 2.5000 and above (depending on the requirements of the partner institution or university).

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Walk-in consultation or call:

• Centre for Extension Education (CEE) Sungai Long Campus 

Ms. Hely Wong Shin Chet – wongschet@utar.edu.my
+603 9086 0288 Ext: 334

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman 

KB008B, Ground Floor, KB Block

Jalan Sungai Long, Bandar Sungai Long

43000 Kajang Selangor Darul Ehsan

Malaysia.

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• Centre for Extension Education (CEE) Kampar Campus 

Ms. Sindy Choong Pik Sin – choongps@utar.edu.my
+605 468 8888 Ext: 2236  

 

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman

Heritage Hall, First Floor A177

Jalan Universiti, Bandar Barat

31900 Kampar Perak Darul Ridzuan

Malaysia.

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CEE Office Hours

Monday - Thursday
08.30 AM – 05.30 PM (Lunch break: 12.30pm - 1.30pm) 

Friday
08.30 AM – 05.30 PM (Lunch break: 12.30pm - 2.00pm)

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Facebook: facebook.com/UTARCEE | Email: mobility.cee@utar.edu.my

You may enroll in any one trimester to a maximum of one academic year. 

Choosing a host university is a personal decision that depends on your course of study and interest.
For guidance, you may consult Student Exchange Coordinators who would be able to advise you: 

• Sungai Long Campus
  Ms. Hely Wong Shin Chet – wongschet@utar.edu.my 

• Kampar Campus
  Ms. Sindy Choong Pik Sin – choongps@utar.edu.my 

Most of our partner universities have 2 semester periods:

Fall semester: September to next year January 

Spring semester: February to June 

You can visit our Student Exchange Programme website for latest announcements on promoting outbound SEP.

Not necessary. Many exchange partner institutions and universities in non-English speaking countries offer courses which are taught in both English and the native language of those countries. However, universities in China and Taiwan mainly offer courses in Chinese language only.

The total cost varies depending on the location of the host institution or university, your plans and your spending habits. The total cost which will be borne by an exchange student consists of return air fare, transport, meals, accommodation, books, stationery and other living expenses. 

In general, for Student Exchange Programme (with or without credit transfer), there will be no tuition fee charges for MoU or SEA partners. 

For non-partner institutions or universities, an exchange student is required to pay the tuition fee of the programme and all other miscellaneous fees charged by the host institution or university.

It depends on the study plan and undergraduate programme structure. If you have interest in Student Exchange Programme, you are advised to have early discussion with your academic advisor or Head of Department before applying for the programme.  

a. A completed outbound application form (with Faculty Dean and HoD’s signature) and a passport size photo. 

b. A letter of recommendation from Dean stating the purpose and duration of study at Host University. 

c. One photocopy of the approved Leave of Absence application form (if applicable). 

Other documents required by Host University:* 

a. A completed application form (Host University). 

b. A letter of confirmation from the home university (UTAR) to prove that the applicant is enrolled as a full-time student. 

c. One set of academic transcript. 

d. One passport-sized colour photograph with white background ONLY (4.5cm x 3.5cm) - JPEG format. 

e. A copy of passport (only pages with passport number, photo, issuance and expiry dates). 

f. A copy of passport which includes all pages including blank pages (The passport must be valid for at least 12 months from the expected date of entry). 

g. Evidence of VISA approval (if relevant). 

h. Policy of appropriate travel insurance (medical, hospitalisation, life and accident).  

Most programmes require students to arrive at and depart from their host country on specific date. School start dates, arrival orientation programmes, visa rules and host country regulations are factors that determine departure and return dates. 

Only the courses which can be credit transferred will be stated in UTAR transcript. 

The transcript will be sent by the host institute or university to Student Exchange Programme coordinators upon the completion of the programme. You may collect the transcript at CEE office.

• Centre for Extension Education (CEE) Sungai Long Campus 

Ms. Hely Wong Shin Chet – wongschet@utar.edu.my
+603 9086 0288 Ext: 334

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman 

KB008B, Ground Floor, KB Block

Jalan Sungai Long, Bandar Sungai Long

43000 Kajang Selangor Darul Ehsan

Malaysia.

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• Centre for Extension Education (CEE) Kampar Campus 

Ms. Sindy Choong Pik Sin – choongps@utar.edu.my
+605 468 8888 Ext: 2236  

 

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman

Heritage Hall, First Floor A177

Jalan Universiti, Bandar Barat

31900 Kampar Perak Darul Ridzuan

Malaysia.

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CEE Office Hours

Monday - Thursday
08.30 AM – 05.30 PM (Lunch break: 12.30pm - 1.30pm) 

Friday
08.30 AM – 05.30 PM (Lunch break: 12.30pm - 2.00pm)

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Facebook: facebook.com/UTARCEE | Email: mobility.cee@utar.edu.my

Yes, student can apply for Silverlake – UTAR Sponsorship. You may visit the Sponsorship page at https://studentmobility.utar.edu.my/Sponsorship.php, to find out more about it.

NOTE: You can only apply ONCE for the UTAR Sponsorship. 

Alternatively you may contact Student Exchange Programme coordinators::

• Sungai Long Campus
  Ms. Hely Wong Shin Chet – wongschet@utar.edu.my 

• Kampar Campus
  Ms. Sindy Choong Pik Sin – choongps@utar.edu.my