Exchange Programs
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College of Humanities and Social Sciences & Joint Chinese Language Center
Language & Culture
Dates: August 1 ~ August 21, 2018
Tuition fees: Offer tuition waiver to students of AU overseas partner universities
This 3-week program includes intensive Mandarin Chinese language classes and Taiwan culture and society classes. A series of English-delivered lectures and field trips are also included, allowing you in this manner to explore some unique features of Taiwan’s ecology and geopolitics. Our language instructors will help you acquire some survival Mandarin Chinese and become familiar with various aspects of Taiwan culture and society. Students will be assigned TAs or
buddies to practice their Mandarin Chinese on a daily basis, being immersed in this manner in a Chinese-speaking environment.
During your three weeks of study at Asia University, you need to attend class for six hours a day (3 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon) and acquire Mandarin Chinese by task-based learning. In the evenings, you may eat in the dining hall, finish homework in your dorm, and participate in social activities, such as watching local movies, playing sports, and visiting night markets. Your learning buddy will be assigned during the three weeks and you will have opportunities to make friends with local students, practice your Chinese, understand Taiwanese culture and lifestyles. Five cultural excursions will be organized during your three-week study. Language classes and cultural activities are designed to meet the specific needs of each individual.
For Language and Culture program, please visit the College webpage at
http://www.cas.asia.edu.tw/files/11/1012/5708.php?Lang=en
Community Care Practice in Taiwan
Dates: July 11~July 24, 2018
Tuition fees: Offer tuition waiver to students of AU overseas partner universities
This 2-week program includes intensive Mandarin Chinese language classes and Taiwanese community and culture classes. A series of English-delivered lectures and field trips are also included, allowing you in this manner to explore some unique features of Taiwanese community and care. Our language instructors will help you acquire some survival Mandarin Chinese and become familiar with various aspects of Taiwan culture and society. Students will be assigned TAs to practice their Mandarin Chinese on a daily basis, being immersed in this manner in a Chinese-speaking environment.
During your two weeks of study at Asia University, you need to attend class for six hours a day (3 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon) and to acquire Mandarin Chinese by task-based learning. In the evenings, you may eat in the dining hall, finish homework in your dorm, and participate in social activities. You will have opportunities to make friends with local students, to understand Taiwanese culture and lifestyles. Three community excursions will be organized during your two-week study. Language classes and cultural activities are designed to meet the needs of the learners.
For Community Care Practice in Taiwan program, please visit the College webpage at http://www.cas.asia.edu.tw/files/11-1012-5708.php?Lang=en
College of Creative Design
Creative and Cultural Industry
Dates: July 15~July 29, 2018
Tuition fees: Offer tuition waiver to students of AU overseas partner universities
Summer is the time to travel to new places, make new friends, tackle new challenges, and discover something new about yourself. Asia University provides just what you need and we offer ways to reinvent yourself as a designer. This summer design program is designed for college students. The two-week intensive course is constructed of a studio-based curriculum in one of the most popular subjects in Taiwan "Creative and Cultural Industries'. The course includes Digital Game Design, Taiwanese Culture and Creative and Contemporary Art and Design, etc. Therefore, this study abroad program might turn out to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you. Asia University would like to invite students from around the world to spend two weeks’ intensive design program at beautiful Taichung city and Asia University. So, why not just give it a try and it just may change your life.
During two weeks' intensive design program at Asia University, you will attend classes five hours a day where you will participate both a team-building environment and independent study. In the evening, you will eat dinner at the Asia university student dining hall. After dining you have the opportunity to finish your homework in the school dorm or attend some social activities around the school campus. On the weekend you will have free time to visit famous tourist spots around beautiful Taichung city. When you leave this summer intensive design program you will be able to think critically and have more self-confidence and better communication skills that will help you to lead a successful life in the future.
For Creative and Cultural Industry program, please visit the College webpage at http://www.ccd.asia.edu.tw/english/index.html
College of Information and Electrical Engineering
Web Design
Dates: July 4 ~ July 27, 2018
Tuition fees: Offer tuition waiver to students of AU overseas partner universities
The topic of this summer program includes how to syntactically write the correct HTML5 codes and CSS3 styles, and how to create the interactive web with JavaScript. In the capstone project, you will develop a professional-quality website demonstrating your growth as a web developer and your knowledge of accessible web design.
Mastering this range of technologies introduced in this summer program will allow you to develop high-quality websites which can be seamlessly viewed in different browsers such as mobile, tablet, and large screen browsers. The capstone project will include your ability to design and implement a responsive website that utilizes tools to create a site that is accessible to a wide a range of audiences.
For Web Design program, please visit the College webpage at http://www.ccs.asia.edu.tw/bin/home.php?Lang=en
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Dates: July 3~July13, 2018
Tuition fees: Offer tuition waiver to students of AU overseas partner universities
You will learn the foundations of Artificial Intelligence, understand how to use deep learning methods, and learn how to initiate projects with AI technologies successfully. You will learn about programming recipes with Python, Cuda, TensorFlow, Keras and more. You will learn not only the software stack of AI, but also see how it is applied in real cases.
During your two weeks of stay at Asia University, you will attend classes for six hours a day. You can practice all these AI technologies using our computer systems. As a special bonus, we also have two sightseeing tours which will surely leave you with amazing memories of Taiwan.
For Artificial Intelligence (AI) program, please visit the College webpage at http://www.ccs.asia.edu.tw/bin/home.php?Lang=en
College of Management
Creativity & Entrepreneurship
Dates: July 16~July 26, 2018
Tuition fees: Offer tuition waiver to students of AU overseas partner universities
Students from around the world are invited to spend two weeks living and learning in Asia University. If accepted to the program, you’ll have the opportunity to learn at one of the most popular programs of Creativity & Entrepreneurship. You can explore topics as wide-ranging as creative marketing, big data marketing, and innovation.
During your two weeks at Asia University, you will attend classes each day and participate in team-building events and independent study. In the evenings, you will eat in the dining hall, finish homework in your dorm, and attend social activities. You will leave the summer program more capable of thinking critically and self-learning confidently- skills that will lead to success in the future.
For Creativity & Entrepreneurship program, please visit the Collage webpage at http://cm3.asia.edu.tw/bin/home.php?Lang=EN
FinTech
Dates: July 29~August 11, 2018
Tuition fees: Offer tuition waiver to students of AU overseas partner universities
Students from around the world are invited to spend two weeks living and learning in Asia University. If accepted to the program, you’ll have the opportunity to learn at one of the most popular programs of Fintech. You can explore topics as wide-ranging as block-chain technology, financial big data analysis, and financial innovation.
During your two weeks at Asia University, you attend class a day and participate in team-building events or independent study. In the evenings, you eat in the dining hall, finish homework in your dorm, and attend social activities. You leave the summer program more capable of thinking critically and self-learning confidently- skills that will lead to success in the future.
For FinTech program, please visit the College webpage at http://cm3.asia.edu.tw/bin/home.php?Lang=EN
Leisure & Recreation Management
Dates: August 13~August 24, 2018
Tuition fees: Offer tuition waiver to students of AU overseas partner universities
Visiting international students are welcome to take two-week courses at Asia University Summer Term. You’ll have the opportunity to learn at one of the most popular programs of leisure and recreation management. You can explore the concept of marketing and creativity in domains of tourism and hospitality.
Summer courses are offered in two-week sessions. The session aims to provide a wide range of courses to fit your interest and academic need related to leisure and recreation management, all while living and learning at our beautiful campus. During the sessions at Asia University, you will participate in team-building events and do activities in addition to attending class for three hours a day. While the focus is on rigorous academics and learning, the social experience that results from bringing these students together is an integral part of the program.
For Leisure & Recreation Management program, please visit the College webpage at http://cm3.asia.edu.tw/bin/home.php?Lang=EN
College of Medical and Health Science
Healthy Aging & Anti-Aging
Dates: July 23~August 3, 2018
Tuition fees: Offer tuition waiver to students of AU overseas partner universities
Students from around the world are invited to spend two weeks living and learning in Asia University. If accepted to the program, you will have the opportunity to learn at one of the most popular programs in Medical and Health Science. Through the program, you will expand the knowledge and skills in aging-related topics such as lifestyle redesign, nutrition education, and mental health promotion.
During your two weeks at Asia University, you attend class for three or six hours a day and participate in team-building events. A group of buddies, made-up of Asia University students, will be assigned to accompany you, both to the activities in the program and throughout your whole study, giving you the perfect chance to explore Asia University. As a visiting international student, you will enjoy a broad range of experience to balance your academic, artistic, physical, and spiritual
development. By offering you well-conceived challenges -- together with support and encouragement in our exceptional program -- you will develop self-confidence and a desire to achieve excellence throughout your life
For Healthy Aging & Anti-Aging program, please visit the College webpage at http://www.chs.asia.edu.tw/bin/home.php
For detail of the program, you can download this document
Asia University, Taiwan |
500, Lioufeng Rd., Wufeng, Taichung 41354, Taiwan ROC |
Tel:+886-4-23323456 Fax:+886-4-23316699 |
http://ci.asia.edu.tw/ |
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[su_spoiler title="Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) Leadership Program" style="fancy"]
(Available for all of UMY students)
Join students from around the world for this annual 12-day leadership program, hosted by Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP). A combination of classroom learning and cultural programming will be used to create an inclusive environment for students to explore how leadership can impact global issues and global change. Challenge your own ideas of diversity and globalization and gain a deeper understanding of global citizenship!
Registration and selection: date may be subject to change
Departure: August
Scholarship covers:
- Program fee
- Local Transport (during the program)
- Dormitory (during the program)
- Meals (during the program)
Scholarship DOES NOT cover:
- Airfares
- Visa
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses
Admission Requirements:
- Valid passport for at least 6 months
- Academic Transcript
- Motivation Letter
- Copy of valid student ID
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of financial and permit statement from the parents (can be submitted during the interview phase)
- Ability to communicate in English (if any; proven by any English test result, i.e.: TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
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[su_spoiler title="KKN Internasional - Singapore | Learning Express (LeX) Program" style="fancy"]
(Available for all of UMY students)
Duration: 4 weeks
Quota : 16 students
Registration: June (week 1-4)
December (week 1-4)
First Phase Selection (administration): July (week 1) & January (week 1)
Second Phase Selection (interview): July (week 2) & January (week 2)
Final Result: July (week 4) & January (week 3)
The beginning of Program: September & February
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[su_spoiler title="Suranaree University of Technology - Thailand" style="fancy"]
(Available for all of UMY students)
UMY provides the students an opportunity to learn about Thai culture and language in one to two weeks programs in Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand.
This program DOES NOT cover:
- Airfares
- Living cost (meals)
Registration, admission and departure: date may be subject to change; will be announced later
Admission Requirements:
- Valid passport for at least 6 months
- Academic Transcript
- Motivation Letter
- Copy of Student ID (active)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of financial and permit statement from the parents (can be submitted during the interview phase)
- Ability to communicate in English (if any; proven by any English test result, i.e.: TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
Visit SUT site: Suranaree University of Technology
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[su_spoiler title="Youth Model ASEAN Conference (YMAC) - Singapore" style="fancy"]
(Available for all of UMY students)
The Youth Model ASEAN Conference (YMAC) organized by Singapore Polytechnic is a simulation of an ASEAN Conference which brings together students from all ASEAN member states Delegates take on roles as diplomats from the ten ASEAN member countries, carry out research and debate on current regional and global issues faced by the region. These topics revolve around the themes of environment, economics, society, security, and culture. The students will present their ideas to a panel of experts at the end of the conference.
Registration and Selection Date: date subject to change; to be announced later
Departure: Between September to December
Duration: 5 days
Type of Scholarship: FULL
Admission Requirements:
- Academic Transcript
- Motivation Letter
- Copy of Student ID (active)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter from Parents (can be submitted during the interview phase)
- Ability to communicate in English (if any; proven by any English test result, i.e.: TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
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[su_spoiler title="De La Salle University - Philippines" style="fancy"]
(Available for Faculty of Social and Political Sciences' (FISIPOL) student only)
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta provides the opportunity for students of Faculty of Social and Political Sciences to conduct exchange program at De La Salle University, one of the most distinguished university in Philippines.
Type of Program: Credit transfer
Duration of Study: One semester
This Program Covers:
- Tuition fee
This Program DOES NOT Cover:
- Dormitory
- Airfares
- Visa
- Health Insurance
- Personal expenses
Registration and Selection: subject to change, please contact the Faculty for more information
Departure:
- Odd semester: August
- Even semester: February
Admission Requirements:
- Valid passport for more than 6 months
- Academic Transcript
- Motivation Letter
- Copy of valid student ID
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of financial and permit statement from the parents (can be submitted during the interview phase)
- Ability to communicate in English (if any; proven by any English test result, i.e.: TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
Visit De La Salle University site: De La Salle University
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[su_spoiler title="International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) - Malaysia" style="fancy"]
(Available for Law Faculty students only)
The exchange program has been a featured program of the Faculty of Law at UMY in cooperation with Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws International Islamic University of Malaysia (AIKOL IIUM) since 2007. The Faculty of Law of UMY sends students to AIKOL IIUM for a month and hosts AIKOL IIUM students for a month to study in the International Program of Law and Sharia (IPOLS).
Registration and Selection: Please contact the Faculty for more information
Visit IIUM site: International Islamic University of Malaysia
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[su_spoiler title="Jaume I University - Spain, Experiencing the European Culture" style="fancy"]
(Available for all of UMY students)
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY) provides an opportunity to all UMY students to experience an exchange student program at Universitat Jaume I (UJI), Spain. This program is a partial scholarship which covers the tuition fee. You could take a tour of the Universitat Jaume I virtually through its official website here: http://uji.es
The scholarship covers:
- Tuition Fee
The scholarship DOES NOT cover:
- Visa
- Airfares
- Medical check-up
- Health insurance
- Accommodation
- Living and personal expenses
Just to give you an idea of the cost needed, here are some estimation of the prices:
| Item | Price | Note |
| Visa Fee | 60 Euro | |
| Return Airfare ticket (Jakarta–Barcelona) | 700 Euro | Subject to change |
| Sharing Apartment | 150 Euro | Monthly, it includes electricity, water, gas and internet. Subject to change |
| Rice | 0.60 Euro | 1 kg |
| Beef | 7.50 Euro | 1 kg |
| Chicken | 3.50 Euro | 1 kg |
Timeline:
Odd Semester: September
Even Semester: February
To enroll in February, please proceed the recruitment in October. And to enroll in September, please proceed the recruitment in June. Note: The date of recruitment may be subject to change.
Courses:
To see the courses available, please click here
Documents required:
1. A copy of Student ID (active)
2. Student’s Curriculum Vitae
3. Motivation Letter (Including goal, strategy, and anticipation during the program in UJI)
4. TOEFL score (PPB TOEFL-like is accepted)
5. Academic Transcript
6. Financial and permit statement from the parent. Download Template
7. Recommendation Letter from the head of department. Download Template
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[su_spoiler title="Khon Kaen University - Thailand" style="fancy"]
(Available for Faculty of Social and Political Sciences' (FISIPOL) student only)
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta provides the opportunity for students of Faculty of Social and Political Sciences to conduct exchange program at Khon Kaen University, Thailand.
Type of Program: Credit transfer
Duration of Study: One semester
This Program DOES NOT Cover:
- Tuition fee
- Dormitory
- Airfares
- Visa
- Health Insurance
- Personal expenses
Registration and Selection: subject to change, please contact the Faculty for more information
Departure:
- Odd semester: August
- Even semester: February
Admission Requirements:
- Valid passport for more than 6 months
- Academic Transcript
- Motivation Letter
- Copy of valid student ID
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of financial and permit statement from the parents (can be submitted during the interview phase)
- Ability to communicate in English (if any; proven by any English test result, i.e.: TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
Visa Information:
For UMY students who will conduct this program, please understand that you are required to obtain Thailand student visa. You may click the button below to understand better on Thailand visa (you will be redirected to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand's site). Please note that this visa requirement is just applied for the student who passed the selection.
Visit KKU site: Khon Kaen University
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[su_spoiler title="SIAS International University - People's Republic of China" style="fancy"]
(Available for all of UMY students)
Since 2011, this scholarship is provided to students in any major at UMY to study at SIAS for one year each batch. The scholarship covers tuition fees (RMB 10.000) and dormitory fee for one year for UMY students to study Chinese language at SIAS. UMY also provides SIAS students an opportunity to study in the International Programs for one semester (in odd/even semester).
Programs of Study:
Chinese Language, Chinese History, Chinese Culture
This scholarship covers:
- Tuition fee
- Dormitory
This scholarship DOES NOT cover:
- Airfares
- Visa
- Medical Check-up
- Residence Permit
- Books
- Health Insurance
- Living and personal expenses
Recruitment and selection: Between January to May (date may be subject to change)
Departure: August
Admission Requirements:
- Valid passport for more than 12 months
- Academic Transcript
- Motivation Letter
- Copy of Student ID (active)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of financial and permit statement from the parents (can be submitted during the interview phase)
- Ability to communicate in English (if any; proven by any English test result, i.e.: TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
Visa Information:
For UMY students who will conduct this exchange student program, please understand that you are required to obtain the visa student. You may click the button below to understand better on Chinese visa (you will be redirected to the Embassy of People's Republic of China in Jakarta's site). Please note that this visa requirement is just applied for the student who passed the selection.
SIAS International University Application Form : Click here
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[su_spoiler title="Sun Moon University - South Korea" style="fancy"]
(Available for International Relations Department, IGOV, IPOLS and IPIEF's student only)
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta provides the opportunity for students of International Relations Department to conduct exchange program at Sun Moon University in South Korea.
Type of Program: Credit transfer
Duration of Study: One semester
This Program Covers:
- Tuition fee
- Dormitory
This Program DOES NOT Cover:
- Airfares
- Visa
- Health Insurance
- Personal expenses
Registration and Selection: subject to change, please contact the Faculty for more information
Departure:
- Odd semester: August
- Even semester: February
Admission Requirements:
- Valid passport for more than 6 months
- Academic Transcript
- Motivation Letter
- Copy of valid student ID
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of financial and permit statement from the parents (can be submitted during the interview phase)
- Ability to communicate in English (if any; proven by any English test result, i.e.: TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
Visa Information:
For UMY students who will conduct this program, please understand that you are required to obtain Korean student visa. You may click the button below to understand better on Korean visa (you will be redirected to the Embassy of Republic of Korea in Jakarta's site). Please note that this visa requirement is just applied for the student who passed the selection.
Visit Sun Moon University site: Sun Moon University
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[su_spoiler title="Tamkang University - Republic of China (Taiwan)" style="fancy"]
(Available for International Relations Department's student only)
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta provides the opportunity for students of International Relations Department to conduct exchange program at Tamkang University, one of the most distinguished and oldest university in Taiwan.
Type of Program: Credit transfer
Duration of Study: One semester
This Program Covers:
- Tuition fee
This Program DOES NOT Cover:
- Dormitory
- Airfares
- Visa
- Health Insurance
- Personal expenses
Registration and Selection: subject to change, please contact the Faculty for more information
Departure:
- Odd semester: August
- Even semester: February
Admission Requirements:
- Valid passport for more than 6 months
- Academic Transcript
- Motivation Letter
- Copy of valid student ID
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of financial and permit statement from the parents (can be submitted during the interview phase)
- Ability to communicate in English (if any; proven by any English test result, i.e.: TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
Visa Information:
For UMY students who will conduct this program, please understand that you are required to obtain student visa. You may click the button below to understand better on Taiwan's visa (you will be redirected to the Taipei Economic and Trade Office Jakarta site). Please note that this visa requirement is just applied for the student who passed the selection.
Visit Tamkang University site: Tamkang University
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[su_spoiler title="Thammasat University - Thailand" style="fancy"]
(Available for Faculty of Social and Political Sciences' (FISIPOL) student only)
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta provides the opportunity for students of Faculty of Social and Political Sciences to conduct exchange program at Thammasat University, one of the most distinguished and oldest university in Thailand.
Type of Program: Credit transfer
Duration of Study: One semester
This Program Covers:
- Tuition fee
This Program DOES NOT Cover:
- Dormitory
- Airfares
- Visa
- Health Insurance
- Personal expenses
Registration and Selection: subject to change, please contact the Faculty for more information
Departure:
- Odd semester: August
- Even semester: February
Admission Requirements:
- Valid passport for more than 6 months
- Academic Transcript
- Motivation Letter
- Copy of valid student ID
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of financial and permit statement from the parents (can be submitted during the interview phase)
- Ability to communicate in English (if any; proven by any English test result, i.e.: TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
Visa Information:
For UMY students who will conduct this program, please understand that you are required to obtain Thailand student visa. You may click the button below to understand better on Thailand visa (you will be redirected to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand's site). Please note that this visa requirement is just applied for the student who passed the selection.
Visit Thammasat University site: Thammasat University
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[su_spoiler title="Universiti Utara Malaysia - Malaysia" style="fancy"]
(Available for IPIREL & IGOV students only)
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta provides the opportunity for students of Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) to study in the International Programs at UMY. Conversely, UMY also sends the students of the international programs (International Program of International Relation (IPIREL) and The International Class of Governmental Studies (IGOV)) to study at UUM.
Type of Program: Credit transfer
Duration of Program: One semester
Registration and Selection: Please contact the Faculty for more information
Tuition Fees:
1. UMY student to UUM = RM 2110 (including registration, medical check-up, accommodation, and service charges) 1 RM = Rp. 3.250 (subject to change)
2. UUM student to UMY = Rp. 7.750.000 (including registration, medical check-up, accommodation, health insurance, cultural activity, city tour, and souvenir)
Visa Information:
For UMY students who will conduct this exchange student program, please take a look this graph to understand better on how to enter Malaysia with student visa. Click here
Visit UUM site: Universiti Utara Malaysia
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[su_spoiler title="University of Malaya - Malaysia" style="fancy"]
(Available for Department of Islamic Education - Faculty of Islamic Studies's students only)
University of Malaya has its roots in Singapore with the establishment of King Edward VII College of Medicine in 1905. In 1949 University of Malaya was formed with the amalgamation of King Edward VII College of Medicine and Raffles College in Singapore. University of Malaya Kuala Lumpur was established in 1962.
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta provides the opportunity for students of University of Malaya to study in UMY. Conversely, UMY also sends Department of Islamic Education's students to study at University of Malaya.
Length of Exchange Period : 1 Semester or 1 Academic Year
Minimum Credit Hour (Apply) : 6 Credit Hours
Maximum Credit Hour (Apply) : 20 Credit Hours
Tuition Fees::
Asrama : RM 1995
Visa : RM 450
Registration : RM 350
Insurance : RM 350
Registration and Selection: Please contact the Faculty for more information
Visa Information:
For UMY students who will conduct this exchange student program, please take a look this graph to understand better on how to enter Malaysia with student visa. Click here
Download:
Please contact the Department of Islamic Education for more information
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