UKM Semester Exchange 2026/2027 - Program Details| General Information | Institution | Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Program A/B Status: Cycle 1 | Closed | |
| Program A/B Status: Cycle 2 | Closed | |
| Timeline | Study Abroad Year | 2026 |
| Semester | Fall | |
| Program Information | Program Name | UKM Semester Exchange 2026/2027 |
| Program Type | Program A | |
| Program Description | We are delighted that you are considering UKM for your student exchange program and hope that the information provided in this section can help you make an informed decision to spend a semester or an academic year (1 or 2-semester study) with us. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) offers a distinctively Asian and global experience that is grounded in maximizing the potential of students and their future readiness. Incoming exchange students can take a variety of cross-disciplinary modules from Engineering & Technology to Southeast Asian languages and cultures. Aside from being a leading research university in Malaysia, UKM brings a fun, exciting and conducive environment for students to experience something new. Here in Bangi Selangor, students have a wide range of activities to do all day long. From sports facilities to hipster cafes, all are available within a 5 KM radius. For those who love fashion and the latest trends, Bangi Sentral, Bangi Gateway, and IOI City Mall are the places to go. Students are able to lead a healthy lifestyle within a global, multicultural environment, which is unique to Malaysia alone. Where else could one experience active learning, exhilarating adventure, and rich culture, if not at UKM? | |
| Contact Information | Ms. Siti Suryani Mat Nasit, exchange@ukm.edu.my | |
| Teaching Language | English Malay Language | |
| Degree Level | Undergraduate | |
| Exchange Duration | ||
| Language Proficiency Requirements | Accept Native English | Yes |
| English Language Requirements: TOEFL ITP, TOEFL iBT, IELTS, Other | Scores: TOEFL iBT: 79, TOEFL ITP: 550 or IELTS Band 6 | |
| Other English Language Requirements | Official supporting letter from home university | |
| Other Language Requirements | None | |
| Academic Field | Biology, Business, Computer and Information Systems, Education, Engineering, English Language and Literature, Foreign Languages and Literatures, Health Sciences, Law / Criminal Justice, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Psychology, Social Sciences | |
| Facilities and Resources | Library, shuttle busses, medical health center, swimming pool, gym, sport centre | |
| Scholarships Available: | No | |
| Scholarship Information | N/A | |
| Program Fees (All values are in USD) | Tuition or Program Fee | $0.00 |
| Average Housing Cost | $200.00 average per month. | |
| Local Transportation | $50.00 average per month. This can include cost of buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation. | |
| Other Program Fees | $250.00 excluding tuition. These may include activity, lab/materials, or other fees. | |
| Cost of Living | $250.00 average per month. This can include meals, pocket money, and entertainment. | |
| Medical Insurance | $150.00 per month. | |
| Visa | $200.00 | |
| Additional Program Information | N/A | |
| Supplementary Links | website | Link |
| UKM Exchange Factsheet 2026/2027 | Link | |
| List of course offerings | Link | |
| Program A/B Information | Additional Information | N/A |
| Required GPA | 3.0 out of 4.0 | |
| Program Schedules | 1st Semester Start Date: | 28/Sep/2026 |
| 1st Semester End Date: | 07/Feb/2027 | |
| 2nd Semester Dates: | 15/Mar/2027 | |
| 2nd Semester End Date: | 18/Jul/2027 | |
| Credit Transfer |
Yes, 2-4 credits per course UCTS Calculator |
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| Number of Tuition Waved Participants | 2 | |
| Number of Fee Paying Students Accepted | 6 | |