UTM International Degree Programme

Frequently Asked Question

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.

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

UTM-IDP major differences are:

NO ITEM MAINSTREAM UTM-IDP
1. Tuition fees
  • Subsidized by the government
  • Managed by Bendahari UTM
  • Not subsidized by the government
  • Managed by Bahagian Kewangan  (BKW) UTMSPACE
2. Admission Via UPU or UTM Application system (SMARt) Direct Application via Sistem Ambilan Mahasiswa (SAM)
3. Academic Advisor One academic advisor UTM IDP students will have one academic advisor, and another coordinator appointed by SPACE UTM to ensure a closer and frequent monitoring on students’ academic progress
3. What are the programmes offered under UTM-IDP?

ENGINEERING

  1. Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours
  2. Bachelor of Electrical Engineering with Honours
  3. Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Honours
  4. Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical–Mechatronics) with Honours
  5. Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours
  6. Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering with Honours
  7. Bachelor of Chemical Engineering with Honours
  8. Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Bioprocess) with Honours
  9. Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Gas) with Honours
  10. Bachelor of Petroleum Engineering with Honours
  11. Bachelor of Nuclear Engineering with Honours
  12. Bachelor of Chemical Process Engineering with Honours – Kuala Lumpur
  13. Bachelor of Electronic Systems Engineering with Honours – Kuala Lumpur
  14. Bachelor of Mechanical Precision Engineering with Honours – Kuala Lumpur

 

SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY/BUILT ENVIRONMENT/COMPUTING

  1. Bachelor in Software Engineering with Honours
  2. Bachelor of Computer Science (Data Engineering) with Honours
  3. Bachelor of Computer Science (Computer Network and Security) with Honours
  4. Bachelor of Computer Science (Graphics And Multimedia Software) with Honours
  5. Bachelor of Science in Architecture with Honours
  6. Bachelor of Landscape Architecture with Honours
  7. Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning with Honours
  8. Bachelor of Quantity Surveying with Honours
  9. Bachelor of Science in Construction with Honours
  10. Bachelor of Geomatics Engineering with Honours
  11. Bachelor of Real Estate with Honours
  12. Bachelor of Science in Land Administration and Development with Honours
  13. Bachelor of Science Geoinformatics with Honours
  14. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Physics) with Honours
  15. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Chemistry) with Honours
  16. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Mathematics) with Honours
  17. Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology with Honours
  18. Bachelor of Science Biology with Honours
  19. Bachelor in Software Engineering with Honours – Kuala Lumpur
  20. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Mathematics) with Honours – Kuala Lumpur
  21. Bachelor of Science (Industrial Design) with Honours – Kuala Lumpur

 

SOCIAL SCIENCE

  1. Bachelor of Accounting with Honours
  2. Bachelor of Management with Honours
  3. Bachelor of Management (Marketing) with Honours
  4. Bachelor of Business Administration (International Business) with Honours
  5. Bachelor of General Studies with Honours
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 Faculty Foundation/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 credit transfer limit is not more than 50% of the total graduate credits.

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, due to different admission and tuition fees.

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

You can visit the link below for more information about the financial assistance provided.

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://space.utm.my/admission/

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://space.utm.my/admission/tracking-status/

Contact Us

Centre for Degree and Foundation Studies,
Level 4 & 5, Block T-05,
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia,
81310 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Takzim.
Email : utmidp@utmspace.edu.my
Tel : +607-531 8000