Under the Private Higher Education Act 1996, compulsory subjects (Mata Pelajaran Wajib) must be taken by Malaysian citizens as a precondition for the award of certificates, diplomas and degrees in Private Educational Institutions (PEI) and Private Higher Educational Institutions (PHEI). As a private higher educational institution, the University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus is subject to PHEI regulations. The university is required to provide evidence of completion of compulsory subjects to the relevant Malaysian authorities in order to ensure that students' academic qualifications are fully recognised upon completion of studies.

*MPW2123 and MPW2133 are not compulsory for international students , but are available upon request.

Note: Malaysian students may apply for exemption from compulsory subjects by completing FORM L, which accompanies all letters of acceptance.