Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is UiTM?

    UiTM is short for Universiti Teknologi MARA. It is Malaysia's largest institution of higher learning in terms of size and population. It has experienced phenomenal growth since its inception in 1956 and it is still growing.

    Beside the main campus in Shah Alam, the university has expanded nationwide with 12 state campuses (out of which 7 are state autonomous campuses), 6 satellite campuses in Shah Alam, 11 state satellite campuses and 21 affiliated colleges. With this vast network and a workforce of 17,770, the university offers more than 500 academic programmes in a conducive and vibrant environment. It is also home to some 175,200 students. For more information, kindly go to: https://www.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/about-uitm/others/historical-development

  2. Where is the University located?

    The main campus is located in Shah Alam. See Google Maps Location at https://goo.gl/maps/N3xgbV4iF3spTTvd9

  3. What are the programmes offered in UiTM?

    UiTM offers various programmes from foundation to postgraduate level as well as professional courses, as listed in the Programmes Offered page from the Academic Affairs Division website.

    Courses could be offered at the main campus, autonomous campuses, branch and/or satellite campuses. You need to contact the Faculty or Academic Center which offers the programme directly for further information.

  4. What are the entry requirements for those programmes?

    Entry requirements for each programme can differ. Kindly visit the official website of the Faculty or Academic Center directly for its entry requirements.

    Please browse through our website to have access to the Faculty or Academic Center website via our Academic main menu.

  5. What are the programmes offered at other UiTM campuses?

    Courses could be offered at the main campus, branch and/or satellite campuses. You need to contact the Faculty or Academic Center which offers the programme to know which other campuses offer those courses.

    Please browse through our website to have access to the Faculty or Academic Center website via our Academic main menu.

  6. Do you offer Diploma programmes at the main campus?

    We no longer offer Diploma programmes at the main campus in Shah Alam.

  7. I am thinking of doing some Postgraduate study – who can I talk to for advice?

    Kindly visit our Institute of Graduate Studies website. 

  8. Do you offer any courses via distance education?

    Yes, for more information, kindly visit our Institute of NEO Education website.

  9. I am an overseas student – can I study at this University?

    Yes, we offer postgraduate programmes as well as mobility programmes for international students. 

    Kindly visit our Institute of Graduate Studies website for postgraduate courses offered and our Office of International Affairs website for the mobility programmes.

  10. Where can I get important dates information on student intake?

    Kindly view Calendar for important dates information on student intake or visit its official portal at http://pengambilan.uitm.edu.my/

  11. How is the learning environment in UiTM?

    UiTM provides conducive learning facilities for students outside of the classroom and it is also venue to one of the biggest libraries in the country, with branches in all its campuses.

  12. How does the university prepare its graduating students to have the necessary skills to compete in the job market?

    UiTM consistently works towards adding value to a wholesome education for its students through various academic and non-academic experience on campus. Students and the UiTM community are encouraged to organize and participate in various activities within these categories, such as leadership, spiritual, sports, patriotism, entrepreneurships, community service, social and cultural, creativity and innovation, communication skills, and internationalisation

Contact Us

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
40450 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan
Malaysia

Tel: +603-5544 2000