Programs

Program A is an exchange program through which UMAP participating institutions send and receive up to two students with tuition waivers each semester.

Program B is a negotiated bilateral exchange between two institutions that have agreed to exchange more than two students per semester.

Programs A and B follow a timeline that has two application cycles. Programs that are open for application only during the early or First application cycle are marked with .

Programs that are open for application only during the late or Second application cycle are marked with .

Programs that are open for application during both early/late or First and Second application cycles are marked with .

Program C consists of short-term programs of one to eight-weeks, for which tuition may be charged.

Virtual Programs are offered entirely online and may include both short-term and semester-long programs.

For more information please visit: https://umap.org/program-definitions/.

Program Program Description Program Dates

UKM International Summer Programme 2025: "Tropic Nature and Heritage"

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Bangi, Malaysia
English Requirements: TOEFL ITP, TOEFL iBT, IELTS, Other, TOEFL paper-based
English Score: Intermediate English Level (B2)
A dynamic two-week program that blends academic excellence with an immersive cultural experience. Participants will explore Malaysia’s rich natural heritage and gain insights into integrated conservation efforts for sustainability and eco-tourism.
Program C

Application deadline: 31/May/2025

Program Dates: 04/Aug/2025 - 15/Aug/2025

Fall 2025 Canadian QES Placements : Malaysia

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Bangi, Malaysia
English Requirements: TOEFL ITP, TOEFL iBT, IELTS, TOEFL paper-based
English Score: B2 Upper Intermediate
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) is proud to be a host institution for the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship (QES) program: Addressing Climate Change in Asia and the Pacific. This prestigious initiative supports Canadian graduate students from eligible UMAP Canada institutions in a one-semester exchange program at UKM, focusing on climate change adaptation, resilience, and sustainability. As a host, UKM offers: - Interdisciplinary coursework related to climate change - Research projects addressing local and regional sustainability challenges - Mentorship and on-the-ground support from experienced faculty and facilitators Students will gain academic credit, hands-on experience, and global networking opportunities, preparing them to become leaders in climate change solutions.
Program A/B

Application deadline: 30/Apr/2025

Semester 1 dates: 06/Oct/2025 - 22/Feb/2026