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Universiti Teknologi Malaysia International Degree Programme (UTM-IDP) is a Bachelor Degree Programme offered by Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) for Malaysian and international students.  The programme provides opportunities for the students to experience a world class teaching and learning environment.

As a leading Entrepreneurial Research University in Engineering, Science and Technology, UTM provides qualified and experienced academic staff and excellent facilities to create a conducive learning environment. The co-curricular activities are designed to develop the student’s generic skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication and professional ethics.

Prospective students can choose the study programmes according to their interests and academic qualifications. Malaysian students can apply directly for this programme without going through UPU.

Why choose UTM-IDP

  • Premier University in Engineering and Technology in Malaysia
  • Accredited by Board of Engineers
  • Leading University in Student Employability and Industry engagement
  • Qualified & experienced lecturers
  • Direct admission : Without going through UPU application process
  • On-campus Accommodation
  • Green Eco-Tourism Campus
  • Comprehensive student experience
TECHNOLOGY

  1. Bachelor Of Engineering (Civil)
  2. Bachelor Of Engineering (Electrical)
  3. Bachelor Of Engineering (Electrical-Electronics)
  4. Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical-Mechatronics)
  5. Bachelor Of Engineering (Mechanical)
  6. Bachelor Of Engineering (Chemical)
  7. Bachelor of Engineering (Petroleum)
  8. Bachelor Of Engineering (Geomatic)
  9. Bachelor Of Science (Property Management)
  10. Bachelor of Science (Land Administration and Development)
  11. Bachelor of Science in Architecture
  12. Bachelor of Quantity Surveying
  13. Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning
  14. Bachelor of Landscape Architecture
  15. Bachelor of Science in Construction
  16. Bachelor Of Science (Industrial Design) – Kuala Lumpur
  17. Bachelor of Electronic Systems Engineering – Kuala Lumpur
  18. Bachelor of Mechanical Precision Engineering – Kuala Lumpur
  19. Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical-Bioprocess)
  20. Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical-Gas)
  21. Bachelor of Chemical Process Engineering – Kuala Lumpur

APPLIED SCIENCE

  1. Bachelor Of Engineering (Bio-Medical)
  2. Bachelor of Science (Biology)
  3. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Biology)
  4. Bachelor Of Computer Science (Software Engineering)
  5. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Mathematics)
  6. Bachelor of Computer Science (Data Engineering)
  7. Bachelor of Computer Science (Computer Networks and Security)
  8. Bachelor of Computer Science (Graphic Software & Multimedia)
  9. Bachelor of Computer Science(Software Engineering) – Kuala Lumpur
  10. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Physics)
  11. Bachelor of Science(Industrial Chemistry)

SOCIAL SCIENCE

  1. Bachelor Of Accounting
  2. Bachelor of Management (Technology)
  3. Bachelor of Management (Marketing)
  4. Bachelor of Business Administrative (International Business)
  5. Bachelor of General Studies

MALAYSIAN

  • Pass STPM or equivalent with minimum PNGK of 2.60 and Grade B- (NGMP 2.67) in Mathematics and Physics; OR
  • Pass Matriculation/Foundation from Public or Private Higher Education Institutions with minimum CGPA of 2.60 and Grade B- (NGMP 2.67) in Mathematics and Physics; OR
  • Pass Diploma programme in relevant field with minimum CGPA of 2.75; OR other equivalent qualification recognized by Government of Malaysia AND
  • Pass the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with a credit (Grade C) in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia subject, Mathematics, and Physics AND
  • Achieve Band 2 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) AND
  • Meet the faculty specific requirements

      AND

  • Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 2.

       AND

  • Meet the faculty specific requirements
 *last update : 1st July 2020

INTERNATIONAL

  1. Academic
  • Senior High School / Senior Secondary School / Other Equivalent Pre-University Examinations from the Government School (12 Years). OR
  • A-Level / Diploma in the related field; OR
  • Other certificates recognized by Malaysia Qualifications Agency (MQA) & senate of the university
  1. English
English Language Test Qualification  Result

International English Language Testing

System (IELTS)

 A minimum overall score of 5.5 in IELTS (Academic)

Test of English as a Foreign Language

(TOEFL) iBT

 The minimum scores of 46 and above
Malaysian University English Test (MUET) The minimum MUET Band 3 or higher

Cambridge English Qualification (CEQ) – B2

First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency

 Score of 160 and above
PTE Academic  Score 51 and Above

ELS Certified Intensive English Programme

(CIEP)

 Completion of Level 107 or higher
FIELD FIRST SEMESTER (RM) SUBSEQUENT SEMESTER (RM)
MALAYSIAN INTERNATIONAL MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL
Technology & Applied Sciences 7,450.00 18,312.00 5,400.00 10,000.00
Social Science 7,450.00 17,192.00 5,400.00 9,000.00

*Subject to change

At Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) you can gain access to support services and facilities you may need to assist you with any aspect of your time spent here with us.

  • Student Accommodation
  • Student Entrepreneurship
  • Student Financial Aid
  • Student Health Centre
  • Student Welfare
  • Student Working Scheme
  • Transportation Service
  • Counseling Services
  • Cultural Unit
  • Sports & Recreation
  • Alumni
  • Fellowship

FAQ

1. What is UTM International Degree (UTM-IDP)?

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia International Degree Programme (UTM-IDP) is a Bachelor Degree Programme offered by Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) for Malaysian and international students. The programme provides opportunities for the students to experience a world class teaching and learning environment. UTM-IDP offers Global Outreach Programme (GOP) to allow students to have global educational experience and enhance their academic opportunities.

2. What are the differences between Mainstream programme and UTM-IDP?

UTM-IDP major differences are:

NO. ITEM MAINSTREAM UTM-IDP
1. Merit As per university’s minimum requirement As per minimum MQA requirement
2. Academic advisor Face to face Face to face and online. Online method is used to ensure a closer and frequent monitoring on students’ academic progress

 

3. What are the programmes offered under UTM-IDP?

TECHNOLOGY

  1. Bachelor Of Engineering (Civil)
  2. Bachelor Of Engineering (Electrical)
  3. Bachelor Of Engineering (Electrical-Electronics)
  4. Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical-Mechatronics)
  5. Bachelor Of Engineering (Mechanical)
  6. Bachelor Of Engineering (Chemical)
  7. Bachelor of Engineering (Petroleum)
  8. Bachelor Of Engineering (Geomatic)
  9. Bachelor Of Science (Property Management)
  10. Bachelor of Science (Land Administration and Development)
  11. Bachelor of Science in Architecture
  12. Bachelor of Quantity Surveying
  13. Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning
  14. Bachelor of Landscape Architecture
  15. Bachelor of Science in Construction
  16. Bachelor Of Science (Industrial Design) – Kuala Lumpur
  17. Bachelor of Electronic Systems Engineering – Kuala Lumpur
  18. Bachelor of Mechanical Precision Engineering – Kuala Lumpur
  19. Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical-Bioprocess)
  20. Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical-Gas)
  21. Bachelor of Chemical Process Engineering – Kuala Lumpur

APPLIED SCIENCE

  1. Bachelor Of Engineering (Bio-Medical)
  2. Bachelor of Science (Biology)
  3. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Biology)
  4. Bachelor Of Computer Science (Software Engineering)
  5. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Mathematics)
  6. Bachelor of Computer Science (Data Engineering)
  7. Bachelor of Computer Science (Computer Networks and Security)
  8. Bachelor of Computer Science (Graphic Software & Multimedia)
  9. Bachelor of Computer Science(Software Engineering) – Kuala Lumpur
  10. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Physics)
  11. Bachelor of Science(Industrial Chemistry)

SOCIAL SCIENCE

  1. Bachelor Of Accounting
  2. Bachelor of Management (Technology)
  3. Bachelor of Management (Marketing)
  4. Bachelor of Business Administrative (International Business)
  5. Bachelor of General Studies
4. Is the programme recognized by JPA & MQA?
Yes
5. What is the study mode?
Fulltime
6. How long is the duration of the study?

For local students the duration is generally 4 years (8 Semesters). International students are required to spend an additional 1 semester (max : 2 semesters) on Bridging Programme and another 4 years (8 semesters) on degree programme.

7. Are students under UTM-IDP programme eligible to apply for credit exemption?

YES. As stated in the UTM Academic guideline, credit exemption can be made by those who pass the subject which is equivalent in any Higher education institution within their study period in the university. The subject applied for credit exemption must be equivalent and fulfills the programme curriculum that they are in. Credit exemption must not exceed 30% of the total credit of the programme.

8. Programme award
The programme is awarded by Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.
9. Who is the owner of UTM-IDP programme, UTM or UTMSPACE?
The programme owner of the programme is UTM. UTMSPACE will manage the management part and UTM will manage the academic part of the programme.
10. Am I eligible to apply into this programme? What is the entry requirement?
The programmes are open to both Malaysian and international candidates that fulfils the entry requirements.
11. Where is the campus for UTM-IDP programmes?
Most of all UTM-IDP programmes are all located at UTM Johor Bahru campus except for Bachelor of Science (Industrial Design) and the degree programmes that are offered by MJIIT which are located at UTM City Campus Kuala Lumpur.
12. Will the acommodation be provided for UTM-IDP students?
Accommodation is available for UTM-IDP students, charged by rate depending on the room type.
13. Can UTM-IDP students change their programme to the mainstream programme?
No, the entry requirements are different.
14. Are UTM-IDP students eligible to get financial assistance?
Financial assistance are only provided for local students
15. Which institutions will be providing the financial assistance for this programme?

Institutions that offer financial assistance are PTPTN, KSWP and Others:

  1. Biasiswa Endowmen (Merdeka/Alumni/Azman Hashim) UTM
  2. Because we care chancellor fund UTM
  3. Tabung Biasiswa UTMSPACE
16. Is PTPTN loan based on IPTA or IPTS rate?
PTPTN loan is based on IPTA rate. (Not up to 100% loan)
17. When is the student intake?
Student intake will be in February and September
18. When and where can I submit the applications?
Online applications can be made via https://idp.utmspace.edu.my/intake in the month of June – July every year. Please take note on the exact date posted in the advertisement.
19. Do I need a pin number to apply?
UTM-IDP application doesn’t need a pin number because it is an online direct application withour going through UPU.
20. Where can I check my application status?
Application status can be checked at https://idp.utmspace.edu.my/intake

Contact Us

Centre for Degree Programme,
Level 4 & 5, Block T-05,
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia,
81310 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Takzim.
Email : international.space@utm.my
Tel : +607-531 8000