Your Future Starts Here - Study at Universiti Kuala Lumpur
Universiti Kuala Lumpur is Malaysia’s largest private technopreneur university and the country’s sixth-ranked institution. With over 140 study programs, courses taught entirely in English, and campuses in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, UniKL gives you access to one of the most diverse academic offerings in Asia. Hundreds of companies around the world recognise the value of a UniKL education, and with study placements that are genuinely limited, it’s an opportunity worth seizing quickly.
ABOUT UNIVERSITI KUALA LUMPUR
Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) is Malaysia’s biggest entrepreneurial technical university, based in the center of Malaysia’s capital and commerce area. The university aims to provide our graduates with the skills, knowledge, and attitude required to contribute to society playing a major role in Malaysia’s globalized economy. Rated as a Tier-5 “Excellent University” by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia in 2009, 2011, and 2013 and awarded Putra Brand Award in 2016. UniKL has 14 institutes spread across 12 campuses throughout Malaysia.
Universiti Kuala Lumpur Address
The main campus of UniKL is in the centre of Kuala Lumpur, 1016, Jln Sultan Ismail, Bandar Wawasan, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
2016, 2018 & 2020
2018
2016 – 2017 – 2018
FROST and SULLIVAN Asia Pacific Award 2018
2009 – 2011 – 2013
2010 – 2014 – 2015
MQA Self Accreditation Status 2017
CREDITS
Universiti Kuala Lumpur Credits
Asia Exchange students can choose a maximum of 6 courses per semester (max. a total of ~30 ECTS/18 US Credits). One completed course is usually worth 3 credits, generally converted to 5 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) study credits or 3 US credit points. Read more about study credits.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Apply to study abroad at Universiti Kuala Lumpur
DOCUMENTS
Get the required documents (see list below)
APPLICATION
Fill out and submit the online application form together with the required documents
CONFIRMATION
You’ll get a confirmation of your study placement within 1-7 days
- Flexible application: You can apply even if you’re not yet certain of your plans. Cancel at no extra cost up to 1 month before the semester starts.
- When you apply for two semesters: 100 EUR discount on the second semester
- Get access to comprehensive information materials such as an Asia Exchange Guide and an interactive orientation webinar after you apply
Uploading and submitting the attachments
- Fill out the required attachments
- Scan all the required attachments to your computer in PDF format
- Fill out the online application form below and submit it with the required attachments.
Uploading and submitting the attachments
- Please upload the attachments in PDF format.
- If possible, please submit all the attachments together with the application. If you’re missing some attachment(s) when you first apply, you can later send the missing document(s). However, please note that we won’t process applications without any attachments whatsoever.
- All attachments must be sent to us within 30 days of applying or by the application deadline at the very latest.
- You can submit all the documents electronically. Please don’t send anything via regular mail.
- There is a late application fee for applications or attachments submitted after the application deadline.
Confirmation and official acceptance letter
You’ll get a confirmation of your study placement in 1-7 days. You’ll receive the official acceptance letter about 2–3 months before the semester starts. We’ll send it as an electronic document by email. You will need this document for the eVAL application.
Fees
The application fee invoice will be sent soon after the initial acceptance letter. This fee will be due within ten days of receiving your confirmation. The application fee is non-refundable even if you decide to cancel (see below). You’ll receive the invoice for the tuition fee about 2.5 months before the semester starts. The cost of the Malaysian student visa is around 1100 MYR (click here to convert). Find out more about the student visa below. There are some additional fees at the destination related to university services. These include the mobility and health screening fees (approx. 170 EUR in total). You may also need to purchase academic material like books for around 200 MYR (click here to convert). All the above fees are subject to change.
Cancellation
Suppose you’re unable to participate in the study abroad semester. In that case, you have the right to cancel your participation up to 1 month before the semester starts with no extra cost (the application fee will not be refunded, however). Let us know about your cancellation by emailing us at info[ at]asiaexchange.org. Cancellations notified via phone, SMS, or other means will not be considered. For more detailed information on our cancellation policy, please see the terms and conditions for cancellation. We also reserve the right to cancel your participation if your application or tuition fee becomes overdue. For more information, please see our terms and conditions.
Student visa and medical check-up
All students wishing to study abroad in Malaysia must apply for a student visa. Please note that applying for a student visa to Malaysia is a multi-step process. The visa application process and the list of the required documents may change. Please take this into account when choosing your study abroad destination. Before applying for a student visa, you must apply for a Visa Approval Letter online (eVAL). Please follow the instructions carefully and prepare the required documents early enough. All students must attend a health screening during the registration at UniKL. If the student is not in excellent health, Universiti Kuala Lumpur has the right to cancel the study abroad placement.
WHO CAN APPLY
Minimum requirements
- Minimum age of 18 years (you must be 18 years old at the time of your application)
- You must be currently enrolled at an institution of higher education (university, university of applied sciences or similar)
See the additional requirements.
Accommodation
UniKL offers on-campus accommodation at the highest standard for their students. For independent options, Facebook groups and platforms like Airbnb offer great possibilities. Read our accommodation tips for Kuala Lumpur here.
Program Highlights
Study intriguing courses from more than 140 study programs
Study in the center of Kuala Lumpur
Improve your English skills in a country where it’s widely spoken
Explore the World - Semester Abroad at Universiti Kuala Lumpur
A semester at UniKL places you at Malaysia’s most dynamic technopreneur university, in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, studying among local and international students in one of over 140 programs, all in English. The academic challenge is real, the campus energy is electric, and Kuala Lumpur’s food scene, cultural diversity, and unbeatable affordability are just a short Grab ride away. A semester worth having.
Semesters
Spring (Feb – June),
Autumn (Oct – Feb)
Max credits
ca. 30 ECTS /
18 US credits
Fees
Levels of study
Bachelor's & Master's Level: Semester Abroad
Program content
Lectures, Excursions
Study Fields
More than 140 study Fields
Everything You Need to Know - Semester Abroad at Universiti Kuala Lumpur
Thinking about a semester at UniKL? From course selection and semester dates to the eVAL visa process and accommodation, everything you need to plan your time in Malaysia is right here. Scroll through the details below and take the next step towards your semester in Kuala Lumpur.
SEMESTER DATES
| AUTUMN 2026 | DD.MM.YYYY |
| Semester dates | 12.10.2026 – 14.02.2027 |
| Orientation | 04.10.2026 |
| Application deadline | 04.05.2026 |
| Holiday | TBA |
| SPRING 2027 | |
| Semester dates | 03.03.2027 – 04.07.2027 |
| Orientation | 28.02.2027 |
| Application deadline | 08.10.2026 |
| Holiday | TBA |
| AUTUMN 2027* | |
| Semester dates | 11.10.2027 – 14.02.2028 |
| Orientation | 04.10.2027 |
| Application deadline | 27.04.2027 |
| Holiday | TBA |
| SPRING 2028* | |
| Semester dates | 08.02.2028 – 26.06.2028 |
| Orientation | 08.02.2027 |
| Application deadline | 30.10.2027 |
| Holiday | TBA |
YOU MAY APPLY FOR SEMESTERS IN THE UPCOMING YEARS ALREADY.
*) SMALL CHANGES POSSIBLE / DATES ARE STILL TENTATIVE.
COURSES & STUDIES
Universiti Kuala Lumpur Courses
UniKL offers our students to join more than 140 study programs providing unique and intriguing courses. Below, you will find documents that will help you wrap your head around the existing offer and select the best and most exciting courses for your semester abroad.
List of study majors at all 12 campuses
List of study majors and course lists Kuala Lumpur downtown campus
List of study majors and course lists Kuala Lumpur east campus
List of study majors and course lists Kuala Lumpur north campus
For detailed syllabi, please feel free to reach out to us via info@asiaexchange.org
Teaching language
All the courses are included in the official curriculum of the university and are held in English. Both Malay and international and other exchange students attend the same classes.
How to choose the courses
You can choose up to 6 courses per semester from a faculty that matches your major field of studies.
Please note that UniKl reserves rights to changes in the course offerings.
When are the courses organized?
Check that the courses you would like to take are organized during the semester you wish to partake. Please note that the autumn semester is semester 1 (spring intake), semester 2 (summer intake) and semester is semester 3 (autumn intake).
Elective courses
Please note that elective courses are not organized every semester. The list of elective courses is finalized approximately a couple of months before the semester by the university.
Course requirements
There is an 80 % obligatory attendance. Failure to adhere to this requirement may lead to failing the course.
Academic Calendars
Programs following an 18-week structure
eCampus
In addition to the courses mentioned above, you have the chance to attend additional distance learning courses in the fields of Economics, Marketing, Sociology, and Politics. All the courses are taught from a distance and can be joined independently from place and time. This gives you the ultimate flexibility to combine your study abroad experience with various academic courses.
All information about the eCampus can be found here.
You have the chance to opt for distance learning courses during your application process. Please note that each distance learning course is worth 5 ECTS and comes at an additional charge of 199 EUR/ 297 USD.
After completing your eCampus courses, you will receive an academic transcript issued by Undiknas University. Additionally, you will receive a participation certificate for each completed distance learning course.
FEES
Universiti Kuala Lumpur Tuition fee
Tuition fee:
Application fee:
See what’s included in the fees.
Many of our students apply for national student funding such as PROMOS, BAföG, or CSN.
Are you from North America, South America, Australia, or New Zealand? Find out more about the fees.
Benefits when applying via Asia Exchange
- Confirmation even in one day
- Asia Exchange Guide with lots of information e.g., about studies and accommodation and eVAL Guide
- Pre-departure orientation webinar
- Orientation days
- No English proficiency test required
discount when applying for two semesters.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Universiti Kuala Lumpur Required Documents
- An official transcript of records in English.
- A certificate of enrollment in English. This document should show that you are a current student at the institution you are studying in. See an example.
- A scanned copy of the identification page of your passport. Please note that your passport must be valid for at least 18 (eighteen) months after starting your Student Visa application. If your passport expires earlier, please apply for a new one and submit it before the application deadline. Applications sent without a valid passport cannot be processed.
- UniKL Application Form.
- UniKL Learning Aggrement.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Semesters
Spring (Feb – June),
Autumn (Oct – Feb)
Max credits
ca. 30 ECTS /
18 US credits
Fees
Levels of study
Bachelor's & Master's Level: Semester Abroad
Program content
Lectures, Excursions
Study Fields
More than 140 study Fields
SEMESTER DATES
COURSES & STUDIES
FEES
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Semesters
Spring (Feb – June),
Autumn (Oct – Feb)
Max credits
ca. 30 ECTS /
18 US credits
Fees
Levels of study
Bachelor's & Master's Level: Semester Abroad
Program content
Lectures, Excursions
Study Fields
More than 140 study Fields
SEMESTER DATES
COURSES & STUDIES
FEES
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Semesters
Max credits
Fees
Levels of study
Bachelor's & Master's Level: Semester Abroad
Program content
Lectures, Excursions
Study Fields
SEMESTER DATES
COURSES & STUDIES
FEES
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Semesters
Max credits
Fees
Levels of study
Bachelor's & Master's Level: Semester Abroad
Program content
Lectures, Excursions
Study Fields
SEMESTER DATES
COURSES & STUDIES
FEES
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Frequently asked questions
STUDIES & SCHEDULES
Q: How do I select my courses? A: You should select the courses in the UNIKL application form that you submit as one of the attachments with your application. You can still change your course selections during the registration period at the beginning of your semester.
Q: Can I choose courses from several different faculties? A: Yes! While you’re advised to choose the faculty that best matches your current major, you’re still able to choose courses from several faculties if you wish. Furthermore, please make sure that all courses are taught on the same Campus.
Q: What study level are the courses at UniKL? A: At Universiti Kuala Lumpur, you can choose among foundation, bachelor, master and post graduate-level courses.
Q: Are the courses organized in English? A: Yes! The official teaching language is English, and you attend the same courses as other international and local students.
Q: Do I need to have an English language certificate? A: You need an English language certificate either for the student visa.
Q: What is the required course attendance? A: The official course attendance requirement is 80 %.
Q: When do the exams take place? A: Exams are included in the semester dates, and they take place in the middle and at the end of the semester.
VISA & TRAVEL
Q: What type of visa do I need to have to study in Malaysia? A: You will have to apply first for an eVAL, then for a Single-Entry Visa, and finally start the process for your Student Pass as the last step of your registration period at the beginning of the semester.
Q: When can I apply for my visa? A: You can apply for your eVAL as soon as you receive the Official Offer Letter from Universiti Kuala Lumpur. You will usually receive this approximately 3 months before the semester starts.
Q: Can I travel outside of Malaysia during the semester? A: Yes, but only after your Student Pass has been processed. The process usually takes 2-4 weeks, so we don’t recommend planning any trips outside Malaysia before your mid-term holiday. Read our general visa instructions here.
ACCOMMODATION
Q: Is there on-campus accommodation available at Universiti Kuala Lumpur? A: Yes, UniKL is proud to offer the highest standard in their student accommodation.
Q: Where and how can I find suitable accommodation options independently? A: You can simply scroll through Facebook groups. However, big operators such as Airbnb offer great options as well. Read our accommodation tips here.
TRANSPORT
Q: How can I get to the campus? A: Download the Grab taxi application to your phone. It’s the safest, cheapest, and easiest way to travel in Kuala Lumpur.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Q: Do I need insurance? A: Yes, insurance is a requirement for the student visa. You can either purchase one through EMGS during the eVAL application or purchase any similar insurance independently. See our recommended travel insurance providers. Please note that you must bring your insurance certificate in English for the Student Pass processing.
COSTS
Q: Which extra fees do I have to pay on top of the tuition fee? A: On top of the tuition fee, we charge an application fee of 75 EUR. When calculating your budget, please also take into account flights, accommodation, and other costs of living.
Q: What are the costs of living in Malaysia? Kuala Lumpur has been voted the most affordable city in the world for a student. The real costs will depend on your lifestyle. Find a list of general living costs here. Read more about budgeting your study abroad semester.
DOCUMENTS
Q: I need to have my learning agreement/certificate of enrollment signed. What should I do? A: Please fill out the document and send it to info@asiaexchange.org.
Q: When will I receive my Official Acceptance Letter? The official letter of acceptance (Offer Letter) will be sent to you by email 2–3 months before the semester starts. You will need this for your eVAL application. You cannot apply for eVAL with the initial acceptance letter from Asia Exchange.
Q: When will I receive my Transcript of Records? The university prepares and sends the Academic Records, usually within 2-3 months after the end of the semester. Still, you can already see your grades in the online student portal before that. The university will inform you when the grades are online.
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