Information and FAQs for existing/progressing students
The COVID-19 situation in Malaysia and globally changes rapidly and governments around the world have put in stringent policies to control the spread of the virus. Many policies are introduced rapidly without much warning. This webpage will be updated weekly where possible but we will continue to send out emails to both new and continuing students to update them on any significant changes in policy. Please check your inboxes regularly during this period.
Students who are currently residing in Malaysia
How will my course be delivered - teaching and learning
Q. What is the teaching method for teaching and learning session at UNM?
From June 2022 onwards, the university will resume 100 percent face-to-face learning. All UNM students, including international students, are required to make the necessary arrangements to be physically present for their lectures and other learning sessions (Workshops, Laboratories, Seminars, etc.). The campus is fully open and all facilities are now operating normally.
The option to study online, in exceptional circumstances will only be applicable to students whose country’s borders remain closed (e.g.: China) and to those with serious medical reasons (must be able to provide documented evidence). This approach enables students to proceed with their studies as planned, notwithstanding the conditions as mentioned above.
Students who want to apply to study online are required to submit an application by completing the following online form by Friday, 7th October 2022. For further enquries, please contact your respective faculty.
FOSE
FOSE Application form
FASS
FASS Application form
Q. How about exams and assessments?
All examinations until August 2022 will continue to be conducted online. However from AY 2022-23 onwards, all exams will return to in-person exams. Hence examinations during December 2022 for Foundations students and January 2023 for UG/PGT students will require physical presence on campus.
Q. What will be done for students if a last-minute decision to extend the closure of the campus is taken that forces students to do their courses online?
The extension of any closure of the campus will be a directive from the Ministry which UNM will have to comply with. Therefore, if there is an extension of closure, the classes will continue to be delivered online or as advised by UNM.
What to know about traveling to campus and campus accommodation
Q. When can I come to campus?
For now, students may return to start their new academic year. The Univeristy will update the students from time to time basis. This will be organised in a phased approach to ensure that we follow the necessaary SOPs.
For international students, this is subject to your visas being processed by the Malaysian Immigration Department and following the SOPs upon arrival, including the mandatory quarantine requirements. Quarantine days maybe imposed subject to the risk assessment carried out at the quarantine centre by health officers. For more information, please contact the International Student Support Team.
Q. I am an international student now staying within Malaysia, can I travel to campus?
Q. How should I make my way/travel to the campus from within Malaysia?
All Returnees, including international students residing in Malaysia are expected to travel to campus via your own transportation. You are then allowed to drive into the campus including those arriving using public transportation, e.g., taxis or e-hailing vehicles.
Q. Can I return to my own reserved room or must I stay in a self-isolation room first?
Effective from 15th October 2021, fully vaccinated students returning from within Malaysia (including Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan) are not required to undergo self-isolation and may check in to their on-campus accommodation.
Q. My program is going to take place in KLTC, not the main campus in Semenyih. What is the plan for students who plan to live in the city centre?
For full time and part time students, currently it is online and we will adopt the blended learning approach soon when it is safe to resume . For students in KLTC you will follow the same study mode as students on campus.
If you are staying on our main campus and are a full time student, you will need to write to us separately and we will advise you further if you want to arrange for a drop off to KL as the current drop off points after quarantine, are only to campus, UniVillage and Taman Tasik Semenyih.
Q. I am currently residing in Malaysia but not on campus - what do I do to organise my return to campus accommodation?
To allow UNM to better manage the staggered arrival and check-in of students into their on-campus accommodations, you are required to provide your arrival details here at least three (3) working days before your arrival date. This will allow our Accommodation team to anticipate your arrival and assist with your check-in. Your date and time will be confirmed via an email reply.
Check in form
Accommodation
For further information on accommodation arrangements, self isolation policies on campus and the latest SOP's please visit the accommodation website
International Students currently residing outside of Malaysia
Arriving in Malaysia - quarantine and other requirements
Q. When will international students commence their studies in Malaysia?
The Ministry of Higher Education allows all new international students from all countries to return to campus physically. Please consult the visa office or International Student Support should you have any further questions pertaining to your visa or entry into Malaysia.
Q. Will students from the 23 banned countries now be able to return to Malaysia?
Yes, all students are allowed to return. The ban has been lifted for all countries.
Q. For students who have already been vaccinated/immunized, would they still need to quarantine in a facility after landing in Malaysia?
No, you are no longer required to quarantine should you be fully vaccinated unless you exhibit symptoms of Covid-19, monkeypox, MERS-CoV, and other infectoius diseases.
Q. I understand that online payment is required for Covid-19 detection test charges and quarantine cost before leaving Malaysia. To whom do we have to pay and how much?
This is no longer applicable unless you exhibit symptoms upon arrival you will be referred to the nearby health facilities for further treatment and all cost will be borne by you.
Q. Is the quarantine cost inclusive of meals?
If there is any quarantine required it will be either at your own accommodation or at any health facility if your case is referred as serious.
Q. I have dietary restrictions e.g. lacto/vegetarian. Would appropriate food be arranged for me during quarantine?
This is no longer applicable as quarantine is not required for those who are fully vaccinated. If you are not vaccinated you are required to quarantine for 5 days at your designated accommodation.
Q. Having had almost the entire year online, and paid more fees as an international, why aren't there any fee reductions? The additional quarantine expenses are extremely high, can something be done to help us?
The University is continually providing the learning outcome for all students and there is an option to return to campus, therefore the University will not be able to give any fee reductions. However, if you are facing any financial difficulties you may want to apply for a hardship fund or refer to fees and scholarships (https://www.nottingham.edu.my/Study/Fees-and-Scholarships/Fees-and-Scholarships.aspx) for more infomation. There is no quarnatine fees applicable
Hardship fund
Fees and scholarship
Q. Can a family member travel with me? Will they be allowed to be quarantined in the same room as me?
Beginning 23rd November 2021, the Malaysian Immigration Department will allow Dependents of International Students to enter Malaysia. Do take note, this facility given by Immigration Department applies to only few categories of students such as; Post Graduate Research students, Post Graduate Taught students and some UG students originating from the middle eastern countries. Kindly refer to the email sent by the Visa Office today 1st December 2021.
Q. Can I choose not to travel since dependents aren’t allowed to accompany me?
You will need to consult your school on this. Kindly refer to the latest email by the provost office.
Q. For the PCR test taken 2 days before the flight, should it be 48 hours before take-off or 48 hours before landing in Malaysia?
This is no longer applicable however you are advised to consult the airlines you will be taking if they have any requirement at their end.
Q. Where do we find out the list of verified clinics where we can do PCR at in our countries?
We would suggest that you check with your respective Ministry of Health.
Q. Other than PCR test, do returning student have to do regular medical screening like before?
No, returning students are not required to go through post-medical screening.
Q. Will the university arrange for transportation from the airport to the quarantine centre and once the quarantine period is complete will the university arrange travel to campus?
There is no quarantine centre now hence you may fill in the airport arrival form should you need transportation from the airport to campus. There are pickups on selected dates.
Preparing to come to campus - accommodation and other questions
Q. I have received an email requesting I advise the authorities on my student accommodation address in order to process my VAL. What address do I need to provide?
This will be your accommodation address you are going to stay in, either on campus or off campus whichever you have booked. If you have booked university accommodation on campus please inform us. If you have booked off-campus (private) accommodation, we will need to verify your booking to prepare a declaration form to accommodation in order to process your VAL application.
Please contact the Visa Office once you have booked your accommodation.
New students: new/variation/progression
Returning students: visa renewals
Q. I paid the money for accommodation last semester, but I haven't arrived on campus yet. Can I push forward the accommodation charge to cover a future payment?
Kindly take note of your room validity via the room offer sent to you via email by Accommodation Office.
Your rental charge will be based on your official check in and check out date.
Accommodation Office will collect full payment for first rental invoice in advance. Based on your actual Check-In Date, Accommodation Office will do an adjustment in your student’s account, and a Credit Note will be added into your next rental bill. Therefore, in the next quarterly billing, student will just need to pay the remaining balance only.
In the case that you do not check in at all before the offer duration (as stated in your room offer), you may request to cancel the room offer and request for refund (if you have made the payment) via email.
Accommodation
Q. As an international student, I don’t know how long it will take to get my visa. Do I still need to apply for accommodation in advance?
Q. I am returning from overseas. When should I book my accommodation?
Q. Can I provide the address of my relatives in Malaysia with whom I’ll be staying after quarantine and while studying at UNM? Or is it compulsory for us to stay in on-campus accommodation?
Ideally, we would recommend all new students to stay in our on-campus accommodation for the purpose of acclimatisation while being new in Malaysia as advised by the Ministry of Higher Education. However, you are allowed to stay with your relatives if you wish to.
For further information on accommodation arrangements, self isolation policies on campus and the latest SOP's please visit the accommodation website
Student visa FAQ's for progressing/returning international students
VAL - Visa approval letter
TA - Travel authorisation
SEV - Single entry visa
i-Kad - Immigration card is issued once student pass is endorsed onto your passport
TE - Transfer endorsement, transfer old visa sticker from old to new passport
Q. I obtained my travel authorisation (TA) approval in September 2021. Can I use the same TA now to enter?
TA is no longer active as it has been removed by Immigration Department ever since border is fully open.
Q. I have applied for TA but do not wish to enter Malaysia now, will that have an effect to my Student Pass (visa) given it expired last year while pursuing my studies online?
TA is no longer active as it has been removed by Immigration Department ever since border is fully open.
Q. My i-Kad has expired, will I be allowed to enter since my student visa is still valid.
No. Renewal of i-Kad is on yearly basis though your student pass is issued for the full duration of studies. There is a high possibility that the Immigration officers may request this as proof upon your arrival at KLIA. If you have not renewed your i-Kad, please email visarenewal@nottingham.edu.my immediately, the team will assist you with this. Any student who fails to renew your i-Kad will have their student pass revoked by the Immigration Department. No appeal will be allowed in this case.
Returning students: visa renewals
Q. What is the timeline from applying for TA until I get a permission to enter?
TA is no longer active as it has been removed by Immigration Department ever since border is fully open.
Q. If I have a new passport, do I need to key in the number of the new passport or the old passport for TA application at EMGS?
TA is no longer active as it has been removed by Immigration Department ever since border is fully open.
Q. My previous TA was rejected because I was from one of the 23 banned countries. How can I re-apply for a new TA?
TA is no longer active as it has been removed by Immigration Department ever since border is fully open.
Q. My student pass expired last year in June but my passport is still valid, can I enter with the expired visa?
Yes, you need to submit your renewal application through the Visa Office immediately. Our Renewal team will make the necessary arrangements to submit to EMGS. Once it is supported, our team will advise you on the process of entering Malaysia via Social/Visit Pass, please ensure you get a Single Entry Visa (if applicable) from our nearest mission in your country of residence.
Q. My student visa expired in Nov 2020. If I come back to Malaysia and renew my visa, how long will be my renewed student visa be valid for?
Your new student pass will be renewed from the last day of your pass expiry date; generally the pass will be extended from November 2020 to November 2022. Upon receiving the passport from us, the Immigration Dept will issued Student Pass for 2 years (this means for 2020 to 2021 and 2021 to 2022). It is the discretion of Immigration to issue either one or two student pass sticker which will reflect in your passport. Ensure you have passes in all modeucla nd attendance above 80% otherwise, you may not get renewed.
Q. If I received Student Pass for full duration of studies (2 years and 3 years), do I have to pay yearly insurance? Can I avoid paying insurance?
Students who receives Student Pass for full duration of studies will have to make insurance payment separately thru our Finance on yearly basis. No you are requirded to have a valid insurance in Malaysia until you complete your stuides and graduate. This is mandatory reqiurement set by Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia.
Q. I am defering my studies (VIS) for one year (Sep 2021), am I entitle to stay in Malaysia and proceed for my student pass renewal before my Sep 2022 start?
Students who opt for deferment must shorten/cancel their student pass and leave the country as part of Immigration Dept requirements. Please email to
Apply.Visa@nottingham.edu.my for further enquirires.