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Universiti Malaysia Terengganu

ยท Public University

Admissions open
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Public University
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Universiti Malaysia Terengganu: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universiti Malaysia Terengganu is a public university in Kuala Nerus District, Terengganu, Malaysia. It suits students who want to study at a Malaysian public institution and are ready to confirm programme options directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    The university is Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, also known as UMT. It was formerly called Kolej Universiti Sains dan Teknologi Malaysia, but the programme catalogue is not published here, so confirm the available subjects and degrees on the university website.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university website for the current application steps, entry requirements, deadlines, and any document or visa instructions. The universityโ€™s official site is the place to confirm whether your intended programme is open to international students and what supporting documents are required.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students here, so confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Terengganu will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm that before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check visa requirements, required academic documents, accommodation options, and whether your programme has any country-specific entry conditions.

  6. How it compares

    Among Malaysiaโ€™s 152 universities, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu is one public option. Its main identifiable features are its location in Terengganu and its status as a public university, so it may suit applicants looking for a Malaysian public institution outside the countryโ€™s larger university centres.

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 Malaysia Terengganu

What type of university is Universiti Malaysia Terengganu?

It is a public university.

Where is Universiti Malaysia Terengganu located?

It is in Kuala Nerus District, Terengganu, Malaysia.

What was Universiti Malaysia Terengganu previously called?

It was formerly known as Kolej Universiti Sains dan Teknologi Malaysia, or KUSTEM.

When was Universiti Malaysia Terengganu officially chartered?

It was officially chartered on 1 February 2007.

Overview

The Universiti Malaysia Terengganu or UMT, formerly known as Kolej Universiti Sains dan Teknologi Malaysia or KUSTEM, is a university in Kuala Nerus District, Terengganu, Malaysia. It was officially chartered on 1 February 2007.

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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