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International Admission Requirements - Malaysia

Malaysia

Applications are welcome from prospective students:

  • completing Upper Secondary (sixth form);
  • transferring with college or university course credits;
  • with college diplomas; and
  • with previous university degrees.
Upper Secondary admission

Upper Secondary applicants who present theSPM and STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia) with an overall average of 'C' or better are admissible.

  • Subjects must include English, with 5 distinct subjects and at least 2 at the STPM level.
  • You will also be considered if you present the SPM (Sijil Perajaran Malaysia) and the Certificate of Unified Examination (MICSS) with a pass.
Transfer admission Transfer applicants who present either of the following are admissible:
  • Acceptable Upper Secondary qualifications (see above) and three or more transferable college or university courses with a 'C' average or higher; or
  • Eight or more transferable college or university courses with a 'C' average or higher.

Transfer applicants presenting two- or three-year college diplomas with GPAs of 2.5 or higher on a 4-point scale (or an overall average of 'C') will also be considered for admission.

Transfer applicants presenting three- and four-year university degrees from recognized universities with GPAs of 2.0 or higher on a 4-point scale (or an overall average of 'C') will be considered for admission to second Bachelor degree programs.
International Baccalaureate qualifications Applicants presenting International Baccalaureate diplomas are eligible for general admission to the University.
English Language Proficiency Not applicable for students whose first language is English.
Canada Immigration Allow at least 40 days for Canada Immigration to process your application for a student visa.

Be prepared to present evidence of adequate funding: Canada Immigration will want to see that you have the equivalent of at least C$10,000 (excluding tuition costs) to cover the costs of your first year of study in Canada.

Please contact the International Centre for Students, should you require additional information.