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Universiti Utara Malaysia

ยท Public University

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Public University
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Universiti Utara Malaysia: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universiti Utara Malaysia is a public university in Malaysia with a main campus in Sintok, Kedah, and a branch campus in Kuala Lumpur. It suits students who want a management-focused public university and are comfortable studying at a rural main campus.

  2. What you can study

    Universiti Utara Malaysia is described as a public management university. It also has a branch campus in Kuala Lumpur. No subject list or programme catalogue is published in the information available, so confirm the current study options on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university website for the current application process, entry requirements, document checklist, deadlines, and any programme-specific rules. The application steps for overseas students are not detailed here, so confirm the latest requirements with the admissions office before submitting anything.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee in the information available; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on where you stay and how you live in Malaysia, and you should budget separately for accommodation, food, transport, and study expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The main campus is in Sintok, Kedah, and the university also has a branch campus in Kuala Lumpur, so location matters when you plan accommodation and travel. The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it before applying, along with visa steps, housing, and whether your chosen programme is based in Sintok or Kuala Lumpur.

  6. How it compares

    Among 152 universities in Malaysia, Universiti Utara Malaysia stands out as a public management university with a rural main campus and an additional campus in Kuala Lumpur. That makes it a more specific choice than a general-purpose institution if you want a management-oriented environment and need to decide between two study locations.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Universiti Utara Malaysia

What type of university is Universiti Utara Malaysia?

It is a public university.

Where is the main campus?

The main campus is in Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia.

Does it have more than one campus?

Yes. It also has a branch campus in Kuala Lumpur.

How many universities are there in Malaysia?

There are 152 universities in Malaysia.

Overview

Universiti Utara Malaysia is a public management university in Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia. It also has a branch campus in Kuala Lumpur. Its main campus, which is situated in a rural area, is commonly referred to as "The University in a Green Forest".

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Malaysia.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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