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Why Nottingham?
Worldwide About
study abroad
opportunities
Star 5,500
rating in students from
Welcome to the
Wealth of opportunities at our
campuses in UK, China and SETARA 85 countries
partner universities across the study at Malaysia
2018/19
world of Nottingham
globe
under the mature
campus
university categories
Access to a world-class Top Over
UK education
Our programmes are Honour degree programmes and taught
in English. All students graduate with the same degree and
100
universities
Sports
University
of the year 300,000
the same certificate, irrespective of which campus they study
at. Our degrees are accredited by international professional worldwide
The Times and The Sunday Times
Good University Guide 2021 alumni from across
bodies such as:
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
QS World University Rankings 2021 the globe
Alumni from our UK, China and Malaysia campuses
Association for Nutrition (AfN) UK
British Computer Society (BCS)
British Psychological Society (BPS)
Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) Australia
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Engineering Council, UK (ECUK)
Nobel prize- Renowned for our commitment
European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)
Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) winning to teaching and learning, we are in the
top 100 of universities internationally.*
General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), UK
academics Recognised globally for teaching
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
University of Nottingham
(ICAEW)
academics have won Nobel excellence, acclaimed for our life-
Prizes twice since 2003
changing research and home to
students from all over the world,
University of Nottingham is an inspiring
place to study and work.
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In 2000 we became the first British university to set up a campus
both outside of the UK and in Malaysia, earning University of
Nottingham the Queen’s Award for Enterprise 2001 and the Queen’s
Award for Industry (International Trade) 2006.
Since opening, Nottingham Malaysia has welcomed students from
international across the globe and gained a reputation for world-class research and
campuses teaching in arts, engineering, science and social science.
in China
* QS World University Rankings 2021
and the UK
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It starts here Contents
Where it goes Teaching and learning
Research
7
9
Arts and Social Sciences
Applied Psychology
35
36
is up to you
Our campus 11 Business 40
Student life 13 Economics 48
Sporting opportunities 15 Education 50
Careers 17 English 56
Our alumni 19 Media, Languages and Cultures 59
Services for students 21 Politics, History and International Relations 63
Graduate school 23
Accommodation 25 How to apply 67
International student support 27 Where to find us 69
International campuses 29 Index 71
Funding your studies 31 Get social 73
See for yourself 33
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Teaching and learning
Teaching excellence
Students are the heart of the University and learn in an academically-stimulating Envisioning the global
environment. Students are especially nurtured with regards to personal workplace
development, which includes current entrepreneurial and leadership skills. These As an international university we
commitments and their achievement are recognised by the Teaching Excellence pride ourselves on generating
graduates with global attributes
Framework (TEF) Gold rating for outstanding teaching achieved in 2017 and Rating for the global workplace. Our
System for Malaysian Higher Education Institutions (SETARA) 2018/2019 5-star student- centred style of learning
‘Excellent’ for mature university category. will equip you with the skills and
analytical abilities necessary to
thrive in business and industry.
The SETARA rating is further evidence of our strong commitment to the growth of Teaching and learning opportunities
at Nottingham Malaysia are directly
the higher education sector in Malaysia, in providing access to students to earn an informed by cutting-edge research
international degree with mobility opportunities across campuses in the UK and and technology.
China. In addition, being part of two quality assurance jurisdictions (QAA*, UK and Programme activities are enriched
MQA**) further strengthens our quality standing, as we are independently evaluated by guest lectures from visiting
scholars, research seminars,
by these agencies. The University is consistently among the highest ranking workshops and student conferences.
performers in independent teaching assessments. Classes are led by tutors who are
actively involved in extending the
boundaries of our knowledge, and
An internationally respective discipline, they are structured framework for study.
who seek to promote a community of
required to obtain Post Graduate They are based upon a programme
recognised UK degree Certificate in Higher Education of strategic and innovative delivery
learning in which undergraduate and
All degrees offered by University of postgraduate teaching feeds directly
(PGCHE). Apart from teaching, and assessment mechanisms and
Nottingham Malaysia are University into a collective and collaborative
academic staff members are also traditional ones such as lectures,
of Nottingham degrees and are intellectual endeavour. The relatively
required to be active in research seminars and tutorials. Students
subject to the same quality assurance and publication and be involved small size of our student body with
will normally complete compulsory
processes as those offered in the an average staff student ratio of 1:14,
in community and international core modules and will have the
UK. You will graduate with a degree engagement. allows for a more intimate teaching
opportunity to select from a number
from University of Nottingham, and learning experience, with
of optional modules.
academics readily approachable to
irrespective of the campus at which Quality programmes provide further one-on-one support
you complete your programme, be it These programmes aim to equip
in the UK, China or Malaysia. You will We offer a comprehensive and you with a curiosity-driven and deep
where needed.
receive a UK-style education and all varied range of programmes,
understanding of your subject, as In addition, our personal tutorial
our degree programmes, coursework catering to students at all levels, well as a critical approach and skills system gives you access to
materials, and assessments are in through foundation, undergraduate
and postgraduate to PhD. Our relevant to your future career. academic staff to assist you in any
English. Our teaching is informed by the non-academic issues that you may
programmes span a range of
disciplines and subjects across arts very latest research findings and face during your time at University.
Academic excellence and social sciences, engineering and our programmes constantly evolve
All academic staff at the University science. Our degrees are accredited to incorporate new research nottingham.edu.my/
developments, with many delivered teachingandlearning
of Nottingham Malaysia are by both the Malaysian and UK
selected based on their excellence quality assurance agencies and by by research scholars, passionate * The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)
in teaching and research. Diversity relevant national and international about their subjects. We also for Higher Education’s independent
is our strength. Our highly qualified professional bodies such as the regularly consult with businesses and review of teaching quality in the UK.
academic staff members are from the Association of MBAs, EQUIS, the UK employers to ensure our programmes ** The Malaysian Qualifications Agency
UK, Malaysia and various countries Engineering Council, the General are structured with the opportunity (MQA) for quality assurance practices
recruited based on open international Pharmaceutical Council (UK), Board to develop key transferable skills for and accreditation of national higher
competition. of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) and employment. education in Malaysia.
Pharmacy Board Malaysia (PBM).
Our undergraduate and postgraduate
taught programmes provide a
Besides their qualification in their
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Research
World-changing
research Future food Malaysia
In the face of climate change we must develop
new, resilient crops.
Over 400 papers were published by Support Yields must also increase to feed the additional two
academics in 2018* We provide extensive support for our academic staff billion people expected by 2050.
We currently have a portfolio of more through initiatives such as the Early Career Researcher
programme, and workshops organised by the newly Better access to healthier, safer, more nutritious
than RM43 million for both internally formed Research and Knowledge Exchange hub. food is needed in all countries due the growing
and externally funded research-related prevalence of pollutants, nutrient deficiencies and
We run regular competitions with opportunities for internal over-processed foods.
activities. funding for various research-related activities. Our research identifies sustainable local solutions
5* rating from the Malaysian Research in Asia to the global challenge of feeding a growing
Assessment Instrument (MyRA) Research population in a changing world. We have more
Here at Nottingham we deliver research that transforms than 150 active research projects spanning schools
* As submitted to MyRA 2018 lives and shapes the future, with a particular focus on and departments in both faculties.
addressing the challenges facing South East Asia and
Accolades beyond.
Recent awards for our academic staff include:
We currently support more than 300 postgraduates and
Appointment as Academy of Science Malaysia
280 research-active staff working on a large portfolio
Fellow (FASc) 2019; Winner of the L'Oréal-UNESCO
of interdisciplinary projects funded by government
International Rising Talents award 2018; Winner of
agencies, non-governmental organisations and
the L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National
companies.
Fellowship 2019;
Many of our research projects have international
Two shortlisted nominees for the Science, Technology
collaborators.
and Digital category Women of the Future awards South
East Asia 2020.
Developing sustainable societies
The world is changing in the face of population
growth, climate change and diminishing natural
resources we must deepen our understanding
of changing environments and pioneer new
ways to save our precious planet.
Our research seeks solutions towards
preserving our environment for a more
sustainable future. We have more than 100
active research projects spanning schools and
departments in both faculties.
In addition to these major interdisciplinary
research themes, we have established research
groups and institutes on: digital frontiers,
nanotechnology and advanced materials, green
technologies, smart manufacturing, aerospace
technology, and Inclusion and diversity in the
workplace.
To see more of what’s on offer, visit
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Our campus
Our Combining beautiful
gardens, striking
A strong sense of
community
Transport is available from the
campus to the nearest bus and rail
stations, providing easy access to KL
Prayer rooms are available 24-hours
a day for Muslim students, with a
free bus service provided to the
campus
and the surrounding region. Kuala mosque in Semenyih for Friday
architecture and University of Nottingham Malaysia is
Lumpur International Airport is just prayers. Buddhist, Christian and
characterised by its strong sense of
state-of-the-art learning community, created by approachable
a 30-minute drive away, making it
an ideal base from which to explore
Hindu places of worship can be
found in Semenyih and university
and research facilities, staff, a welcoming student body,
excellent support services and a
locally and further afield. facilities are also available to support
and host these activities.
our University is an wide range of activities to help you
Amenities for
meet new people and feel at home.
inspirational place to your convenience Eat, drink
live, work and study. A truly Malaysian Our self-sufficient campus provides and socialise
setting students and staff with a range of The campus has an indoor and
amenities. Facilities include: outdoor food court based in the
We are based on a self-contained
Students’ Association Building,
site near Semenyih in the state 24-hour computer access
which has recently been extended
of Selangor, 30 kilometres from convenience stores and renovated, providing a wide
Malaysia’s capital city, Kuala Lumpur
vending machines choice of food for all tastes. The
(KL). The beautiful setting and
ATMs University has also invested money in
state-of-the-art teaching, learning,
an extensive library creating social and learning hubs for
research and leisure facilities
students in the Students’ Association
combine to make an inspirational a sports complex Building and around campus. These
environment for studying and an Islamic Centre are perfect places to relax and catch
student life.
a health centre up with friends.
a creche
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Student life
Networks
Networks bring together students Sustainability Network also focuses Sports Network – Sports Officer
either to discuss issues of on activities that are charitable and Sustainability Network –
importance or to work together to promote equal opportunity as well Sustainability Officer
Students’ Association organise events, campaigns or other as social justice. Welfare Network –
of UNM forms of value-adding activities to
our student community. The networks under the various
As a student at the University, you executive officers are: Home Students' Officer and
are automatically a member of the Each network is chaired by an SA International Students Officer who
Education Network –
Students’ Association (SA), which Executive Officer. Networks are also deal with:
Education Officer
focuses on student experience and channels to collectively bring up – Accommodation
International Students’ Bureau
also acts as the bridge between welfare concerns to the University – Food
(ISB) – International Students'
the student community and management while recommending – Health
Officer
University management. ways to improve and resolve such – Security
matters. Marketing and Communications
– Transport
The SA encourages you to get to Network – Vice President
know your peers and get involved Whilst playing a part in creating Postgraduate Students' Network
with the wide range of events a green environment, the (PGSN) – Postgraduate Officer
and activities organised by the
SA Executives and its clubs and
societies, beginning with Freshers’
Week for new students. Student Council
The SA receives an annual grant The Student Council serves as
from the University in order a key component of our student
to offer activities and improve community it is the highest
equipment and facilities for governing and policy setting body
students. We also have the of the Students’ Association (SA).
authority to raise additional funds Council consists of over 40 student
from profits made, by running representatives who serve in the
activities and via business ventures interest of all students. Councillors
run by students, such as its very serve at various levels across our
own merchandise shop Nott A vibrant student community under
Shop. the positions of: Student Council
Steering Committee, SA Executive
You may choose to take the
Student life
Officers, faculty and school
leadership challenge as an elected representatives, postgraduate
student officer in the SA Executive representatives, clubs and societies
Committee, the Student Council representatives, hall tutors and five
Steering Committee, clubs and random voting members from the
societies executive positions, or student body. Council’s roles include
use your talents to organise or the consideration of business
Our vibrant campus is welcoming and participate in events and activities.
Whatever you decide to do, there
affecting the student community,
initiation and framing of SA by laws
has many events and activities on offer. are ample opportunities available
to help develop your skills while
and the regulation of SA policy
The Students’ Association provides many enhancing your CV.
opportunities to enhance university life, Students’ Association Executive Committee
Clubs and Societies
and our facilities enable you to socialise The SA has about 80 clubs and The SA is run by an Executive Positions held by the Executive
and participate in activities. Freshers’ Week societies covering a wide spectrum
of interests:
Committee (EXCO) of nine elected
full-time student volunteers holding
Committee include:
Activities Officer
The SA aims to provide all various portfolios to serve the
Academic Education Officer
new students with a fun-filled student community. The EXCO aims
Creative arts to improve the experience of student Home Students' Officer
Freshers’ Week experience.
Find out more about the Students’ Association at During Freshers’ Week you can Cultural life by providing representation, International Students' Officer
enjoy various events designed Religious development opportunities and Postgraduate Students' Officer
sanottingham.org to welcome you to the quality services for all our students. President
Special interests
University, make new friends No matter what is your level of Sports Officer
sauonm and experience the diversity. Sports study, your student experience will Sustainability Officer
Past activities have included It is highly recommended that you be taken care of by your elected
saunmalaysia Vice President
ice-breaking sessions, karaoke, become a member of one or more peers from the time you step into the
campus-wide treasure hunts, of our clubs and societies to build University until the day you graduate.
cabaret, bowling, BBQ nights, up your CV and for your own self- To see more of what is happening at
music jamming sessions and development. our University, visit nottingham.edu.
much more.
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nottingham.edu.my/currentstudents
Sporting opportunities
Sporting
Sports facilities
University of Nottingham Malaysia boasts an
impressive range of sports facilities which are free
opportunities
to all students and staff.
Indoor facilities include courts for badminton,
basketball, futsal, netball, squash, and volleyball;
a fully-equipped gymnasium; and a multi-purpose
room for martial arts or table tennis.
Outdoor facilities include a five-a-side football
and hockey pitch; a jogging track; a multipurpose
field with football, rugby and cricket pitches; a
mini archery range; a multipurpose outdoor court
suitable for basketball, futsal, and volleyball; and
two tennis courts.
As well as an excellent academic We also have a 25m outdoor swimming pool with
reputation, Nottingham is well known mixed gender, male and female only sessions.
for its sporting success and was the winner
of The Times and The Sunday Times Good
University Guide Sports University of the
Year 2019.
Sports Clubs
The Students’ Association
(page 13) supports many sport
clubs that you can join during
your time with us. This include
clubs for archery, badminton,
cheerleading, chess, cricket,
dodgeball, fitness, football,
frisbee, hockey, martial arts,
netball, paintball, rock climbing,
rugby, squash, swimming, table
tennis and volleyball.
Whether you’re passionate Tri Campus Games
about competing or just fancy
something new, we’ve got it
covered.
Unique within higher education, our Tri Campus Games see students
Find out about getting involved from each of our Nottingham campuses – Malaysia, the UK and China –
in sport at Nottingham: competing against each other in several sports. The Games involve nearly
200 students from more than 20 nationalities and are held on a different
nottingham.edu.my/sport international campus each year.
Get involved in the games through one of the Students’ Association sports
clubs or come along and show your fellow students your support!
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Careers
Kick start
your career
Our experts at Careers Advisory
Service offer ongoing support for
planning your career throughout
your time at university and beyond.
The Careers Advisory Service (CAS) can play an
important role in your career development. Our
services will provide you with essential resources
and guidance for your career choices and offer
many opportunities for you to develop the skills
needed to plan and manage your future. CAS will
help you develop your career by:
arranging company
organising events such as career
presentations, field trips, fairs and career talks to provide
networking events and invaluable opportunities to meet
roadshows potential employers
creating awareness of the
preparing you for the working
importance of career information, world by providing advice on
resources, skills development and matters such as CV, cover letter
career guidance to fully prepare writing, interview and job hunting
you for the workplace skills
liaising and maintaining close
providing access to dedicated
links with potential employers online and printed careers
to obtain information on career information on relevant careers@nottingham.edu.my
opportunities, internship and occupations, employers and
training programmes and further study through the Careers
UNM Careers
competitions Resource Centre
maintaining good relationships
providing you with the necessary
UNM Careers
and excellent collaborations knowledge to manage your
with potential employers for the career expectations and enhance blogs.nottingham.edu.my/careers
benefit of students, employers your employability
and the University nottingham.edu.my/careers
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Our alumni
As a graduate of the University of Nottingham, you will join
our global community of over 300,000 alumni which includes
Our global
pioneering scientists, international policymakers, leaders of
national charities, CEOs, novelists, Olympic Gold medallists and
a Nobel Prize winner.
community Our alumni
Graduates of the University of Nottingham
automatically become members of our global alumni
community, enabling access to these extensive
Notable alumni
We are proud of the contributions that our alumni make
to society. Here are what some of them have gone on
to do:
services:
Dr Deng Yaping - Olympic Gold Medallist
alumni reunions
lifelong access to the Careers Advisory Service DH Lawrence - Novelist and poet
masterclasses Dr Stewart Adams OBE - Pharmacologist and
mentoring programmes inventor of ibuprofen
recognition through Alumni Laureate Awards
social networking events DYMM Tuanku Zara Salim - Raja Permaisuri (Queen)
of Perak
nottingham.edu.my/alumni H. E. Datin Paduka Nur Ashikin Mohd Taib -
Ambassador at the Embassy of Malaysia to Sweden
Alumni Online
John Rishton - former CEO of Rolls-Royce Limited
Join our online alumni community to find and Mohamed Firzul Hussain Firaz - Deputy Minister of
stay in touch with friends, enquire about the Finance, Ministry of Finance, Maldives
latest alumni-exclusive events, gain access to
social networking sites, subscribe to newsletters
Molly Fong - CEO of The Body Shop (West Malaysia
and receive the alumni magazine. and Vietnam)
Nishtha Satyam - Deputy Country Representative,
alumni.nottingham.ac.uk/netcommunity UN Women, India, Bhutan, Maldives and Sri Lanka
Sir Andrew Witty - Former Chancellor of the
University of Nottingham and former CEO of
Follow us at:
GlaxoSmithKline
@unmalumniofficial ir Clive Granger - economist and Nobel Prize
S
Winner (2003)
UNM_Alumni
Sir John Sawers - former Chief of the Secret
@unmalumniofficial Intelligence Service (MI6)
The late DYMM Sultan Azlan Muhibbuddin Shah
ibni Almarhum Sultan Yussuff Izzuddin Shah
Ghafarullahu-lah - former King of Malaysia and
former Sultan of Perak
The late DYMM Tuanku Ja’afar ibni Almarhum
Tuanku Abdul Rahman - former King of Malaysia and
former Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan
AM Tuanku Tan Sri Dato' Seri Imran ibni Almarhum
Y
Tuanku Ja'afar al-Haj - son of the former King of
Malaysia and Malaysian sports administrator
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nottingham.edu.my/alumniServices for students
Your support
network
Academic and practical support
Library resources
The library has a comprehensive collection of books to
meet the taught programmes offered by the University.
Student Service Centres
The library also has a wide spectrum of electronic The Student Services Centre located in the Students’
and information resources, including subject-based Association building helps you with accommodation,
reference enquiry, internet subject gateway and campus services, finance, sponsorship, support
subject focused academic support services. Electronic services, registry, and visa queries. For faculty matters
resources can be accessed anywhere via internet. you will need to visit your faculty office.
nottingham.edu.my/thelibrary
Student registry Academic and
The Student Registry Office oversees administrative matters that personal tutoring
concern students, including issuing letters, processing withdrawal and
suspension applications, producing official transcripts and certificates,
system
maintaining the student records database, updating student details,
At the start of each semester you will Health and wellbeing
setting the academic calendar, managing and updating programme
meet your personal tutor and may
information.
turn to them for advice for related
nottingham.edu.my/studentregistry matters.
University Health Academic Faith provision
Centre and disability Prayer rooms are available 24
We offer healthcare, a pharmacy, Support hours for Muslim students on the
GPs, physiotherapy laboratory tests ground floor of the Computer
We can help with personal and Centre and Islamic Centre. The
and referals to hospitals. academic issues affecting your
English language support IT services nottingham.edu.my/ studies, managing your time,
nearest mosque is in Semenyih and
a free bus service is provided for
IT Services provide a range of facilities both on
healthcentre dyslexia support and support for Muslim students for Friday prayers.
The Centre for English Language Education campus and off campus. These include computer other specific learning differences,
provides English language support for all
Buddhist, Christian and Hindu
as well as arranging support and
students who need it through our free
rooms, video conferencing facilities, print, copy and
scanning facilities, and student portals for accessing
Counselling and access for disabled students.
places of worship are located in
Semenyih and our facilities are also
in-sessional classes. study materials. mental health available to support and host these
nottingham.edu.my/
Our free and confidential activities.
nottingham.edu.my/celfe
wellbeing
nottingham.edu.my/IT-Services counselling service provides
emotional support, self-help
resources and individual counselling
consultation where appropriate.
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22Graduate School
“Your potential, our support – the
possibilities are endless”
Your Graduate School
Postgraduates are central to our research mission.
We provide a year-round programme of social and
academic-related events, as well as personal and
professional support. Our dedicated team of trainers is
committed to working with you to ensure you receive
The Graduate School is committed to enhance all the support and skills training you need to fulfill your
potential.
the research experience of our postgraduates We offer a dedicated postgraduate hub, a range of
and early-career research staff as well as your
resources and development opportunities, training
programmes, seminars, competitions and public
engagement activities. Our hub includes a social space
personal career development by providing where you can come and relax, have a break from work
or study, meet other postgraduates and early-career
you with the skills and confidence to maximise researchers and develop a constructive network of
friends and colleagues.
your potential at the University of Nottingham Your Researcher Development
Malaysia and beyond. Our Researcher Development Programme delivers
dedicated core training that is in line with the standards
set out by the UK’s major research funders. This means
that as well as helping you to develop your research
skills, you’ll have access to a wide range of professional
development opportunities, covering communication
skills, careers, time management and entrepreneurship.
You’ll also have the chance to meet and work alongside
leading researchers from other disciplines.
We also support your professional development via
our Postgraduate Student Teachers programme. The
programmes are aligned to the Professional Standard of
Framework (PSF) areas of activity, core knowledge and
professional values. The PSF is designed specifically for
teaching and supporting learning in higher education.
External Engagement
Our range of outreach activities gives you unique
opportunities to engage with the community and with
professional leaders from different industry sectors.
You’ll find it not only interesting, but also rewarding
and lots of fun. External engagement also inspires
creativity and innovation, generates public awareness
and is a great way to enhance the impact of your
research.
Travel and Mobility
We offer a number of competitive financial awards
to support you in presenting your research at an
international conference or to conduct some of your
research abroad. We also have a Graduate School in
China and Graduate Centres at our UK campus which
you can use should you spend any time there.
graduateschool@nottingham.edu.my
UNMGradSchool
23 nottingham.edu.my/gs 24Students with specific How to apply
Accommodation On-campus requirements New students may apply for on- On-campus accommodation will
campus accommodation as soon be allocated to Returning Residents
accommodation If you have a physical disability
as you have your University student based on availability of a room and
or special needs, kindly indicate
options and provide written supporting
ID which is usually issued after you on a "first come, first served with
Your perfect home
have submitted your programme payment basis".
We offer various room types within documentation or medical reports
application.
our 11 halls of residence with total from a registered physician/doctor
2,352 beds (approximately 2350) to when applying via OLAA. These Find out more
suit your budget. The rooms range will be forwarded to our Student Current students who are
from single ensuite, twin share to Wellbeing and Learning Support progressing/continuing their +60 3 8924 8604
four shared bedrooms. All the halls for further advise and assessment. studies are encouraged to apply for
Finding the right place to live while are within easy walking distance You may also indicate your room the new academic year starting in accommodation@nottingham.edu.my
to the academic buildings, sports preference to be within an "all September and enjoy the option to
you study is an important consideration facilities, food, retail and leisure female" hall of residence. request for the same room in the nottingham.edu.my/accommodation
in your choice of university. Our facilities. Each residential hall has
its own Hall Wardens (staff) and
new academic year.
Accommodation Office offers a free Hall Tutors (postgraduate students)
who will be available to provide Room types Codes Room Rates (per month)
and friendly service in helping you find assistance related to your safety
Deluxe single en-suite bathroom DSEB A/C RM750
a place to live that not only suits your and welfare.
with air-conditioning*
needs but lets you get on Facilities and services include:
free room cleaning services
Single en-suite bathroom with air-conditioning SEB A/C RM680
SSEB A/C
with university life – both studying free room repair and maintenance
Single shared en-suite bathroom
with air-conditioning
RM615
and having fun. services
communal student hub*
Single shared bathroom in five SSB A/C RM585
room flat with air-conditioning
convenience store* SSEB
Single shared en-suite bathroom RM510
coin-operated laundromat
Single shared bathroom in five room flat SSB RM480
mini fridge in each room*
Twin shared in six bed flat TWIN RM455
outdoor gym
pantry facilities Four shared bedroom QUAD RM395
20 GB per day wireless internet * only located at student village north (J1 - J6)
connection
TV and dance studio - Nexus
Building*
* only available in student village
north (J1-J6)
Accommodation fees include water,
electricity and internet connection.
The room rental will be billed on
a quarterly basis and students
in air-conditioning rooms will
be billed on a quarterly basis for
air-conditioning usage exceeding
200kwH based on a separate
meter reading.
As long as you have your Preferences and Allocation
Student ID, you can register with
Coin operated laundry washing OLAA, the University's on-line Different room types are available
machines and dryers are available accommodation application portal, to suit your budget and preference. In the event that you do not get
at both Student Village North and which will allow you to: your preferred room type, you
Applicants must prioritise their
South. Clothes line and drying are recommended to accept what
preview and select various choice of room type from 1 (first
areas are also available within the is been offered and have the
residential halls. Students can use room types available to 5 (fifth). Accommodation office
chance to apply for room transfer
the coin-operated launderette indicate your tentative arrival cannot process your application if after check in. The request will
services at own expenses. date and time you have selected less than five be processed according to room
submit your application choices. Kindly be reminded that availability due to "No Show".
we follow a “first come, first served
manage your offer (accept,
with payment” policy to confirm the
decline or apply for an extension)
room type.
OLAA will also provide you with
other important information on Apply here
how and when you can check-in.
25 applyaccommodation.nottingham.edu.my. 26International student support
Medical insurance
Medical insurance coverage is compulsory and
“Selamat Datang, Huan Yíng
arranged for you by International Student Support
department. The coverage takes effect from the point
of registration on campus.
and Vanakkam!”
nottingham.edu.my/international/health-and-
insurance
Student visa support
University of Nottingham Malaysia welcomes you All non-Malaysian nationals who wish to study at an
to one of the most diverse nations in Asia. educational institution in Malaysia are required to hold
a valid Student Pass. We assist international students
in arranging dependant passes for spouse or family
members, renewing the student visa while transferring
schools within Malaysia and any other visa-related
issues.
apply.visa@nottingham.edu.my
(Only for new student enquiry)
Welcome to Malaysia Having been colonised by the Portuguese, Dutch and
Covering an area of 127,350 square miles, Malaysia
British, see these influences in the architecture, hear them The capital city
in Malay language and taste them in the internationally- The Malaysia campus is a 45-minute drive away visarenewal@nottingham.edu.my
consists of two regions separated by the South China Sea: acclaimed Malaysian cuisine. Visitors to Malaysia are also
Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo (also known as from Kuala Lumpur (KL), one of Asia’s most
left awestruck by the tropical beauty of the country - with vibrant cities. KL is a true metropolis with some
West and East Malaysia respectively). Peninsular Malaysia (Only for existing students with student pass)
pristine beaches, some of the world’s best underwater of the world’s tallest buildings, largest shopping
extends southeast from the border of Thailand. Malaysian wildlife, ancient rainforests and UNESCO world heritage
Borneo consists of the states of Sabah and Sarawak which havens and modern infrastructure. However,
are located on the north-western coastal region of the
sites to explore, nature enthusiasts will find an exciting Kuala Lumpur also has pockets of historical Airport pick-up
home in Malaysia. sites, traditional villages (known as kampung)
island of Borneo. The country’s population is over 30 million We offer an airport pick-up service for new
to date. and greenery which are fun to explore on the international students on designated days prior to the
weekends. The city is served by a comprehensive registration week. Email us at:
Malaysia is a country with a unique blend of cultural transportation system including buses, trains, a
influences and ethnic groups. The country is home to three monorail and a number of airports. international.support@nottingham.edu.my
main ethnic groups: Malays, Chinese and Indians, as well as
the native Orang Asli. Kuala Lumpur lies in the heart of Southeast
Asia, and due to the number of low-cost and
international carriers transiting in the country, it
Meet us
is an inexpensive starting point for travel around Members of the International Office frequently
travel to different countries to meet with prospective
Southeast Asia and Australia.
students and their families. We also have overseas
representatives in a number of countries who can help
International student you find the right programme, and offer support and
support services advice through the application process. If you would
like to visit the University in person, we will be happy to
Our international student support service
promotes the wellbeing and social interaction arrange it for you.
of international students. We provide invitations
for visas and opening bank accounts, advice on nottingham.edu.my/international/overseas
any problems you have with living and studying
in Malaysia and information on the professional
support services available at the University.
If you are an international student with a query about
studying with us in Malaysia, please contact us:
+60 3 8924 8686
nottingham.edu.my/make-an-enquiry
nottingham.edu.my/international
27 28University of Nottingham Ningbo China China Campus
International campuses University of Nottingham
Ningbo China
Our international
China campus became the first British
university to establish and run a campus
independently within mainland China when
campuses
the first intake of students were admitted in
2004.
Around two-and-a-half hours by car from
Shanghai, the China Campus is based
at the Higher Education Park in Ningbo,
a historic port city on China’s eastern
coast. The campus covers 144 acres of
During your time with us, you might have the chance landscaped parkland, with a central lake
and its own version of Nottingham’s
to study at one of our campuses in the UK or China. All famous Trent Building. There are
academic, residential and support
our campuses offer a warm and friendly environment, facilities for almost 8,000 students.
interesting landscapes and first-rate facilities.
UK campus
Jubilee Campus, UK
University Park Campus
Set around a lake with beautifully kept
gardens, the
330-acre University Park is the University’s
principal campus. Receiving Green Flag
Award status every year since 2003, it
is one of the most attractive campuses
in the country and features a mixture of
period buildings and modern teaching
and research facilities, with 12 halls of
residence, a conference and exhibition
centre, sports facilities and Nottingham
Lakeside Arts.
University Park Campus
Sutton Bonington Campus UK campus
Sutton Bonington Campus
Located in the beautiful countryside of
south Nottinghamshire, Sutton Bonington
UK campus Campus occupies a spacious 100-acre
site with its own teaching and learning
Jubilee Campus facilities, sports centre, student guild,
social amenities and halls of residence.
Jubilee Campus opened in 1999 and is just one mile
from University Park. It is an exemplar in sustainable brownfield regeneration and has won numerous awards Ten miles south of University Park, the
for its environmentally friendly design. The modern, campus benefits from state-of-the-
purpose-built buildings include teaching and research facilities, residences, retail, social and support amenities, art teaching and research facilities.
libraries and a sports hall. The campus also houses the School of
Veterinary Medicine and Science which
Aspire, one of the country’s tallest free-standing works of public art, soars to 60 metres above the campus. The
opened in 2006 as the first in Britain for
adjoining Innovation Park was launched in 2008 and continues to expand and evolve, hosting specialist facilities
more than 50 years.
for global satellite navigation systems, renewable energy technologies, mental health research and aerospace
technologies.
29 30
nottingham.edu.my/campusesOur scholarships
Funding your studies
University of Nottingham Malaysia grants scholarships to
deserving and academically excellent students. Applicants
are selected based on their academic achievement and the
socio-economic status of their family. In addition, there are
various sources of financial assistance available to help fund
your education.
Automatic scholarships Financial assistance
We offer several automatic scholarships for alumni of
University of Nottingham, children of alumni, siblings, Postgraduate students may also seek funding through
spouses and alumni of Universitas 21 (U21) institutions. the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) Withdrawal
Scheme for Education.
Arts and Social Sciences Excellence Award
Students with outstanding academic results can also
Scholarship
seek sponsorship from other sponsoring bodies.
All PGT students applying to pursue either a full time
or part time Master programme are eligible for 25% fee
reduction if they fulfil all admission requirements and +6 (0)3 8924 8609
possess strong upper second class honours degree.
sponsorship@nottingham.edu.my
Arts and Social Sciences Excellence Award
Scholarship nottingham.edu.my/scholarships
The Future Leader Award is a partial scholarship at a
value of 25% of tuition fee and is open to MBA students
of NUBS Malaysia, and students applying for the MA
Educational Leadership and Management, School of
Education.
Students applying for this award must fulfil all
admission requirements, possess an upper second
class honours degree or equivalent, have at least 5
years of relevant working experience and demonstrate
outstanding leadership potential.
31 32See for
Open days Meet us in your country
Each year we run open days, information days and Members of our International Office visit many
counselling sessions where you can visit our campus, countries to meet prospective students and attend
experience our facilities, meet students and staff, international exhibitions. We also work with a number
attend talks and presentations as well as participate in
yourself
of international academic services, educational
activities. agencies and counsellors in countries across the globe.
Some faculties and schools also run their own open These agents and counsellors can help you to find
days throughout the year. the right programme, providing support and advise
throughout the application process.
futurestudents.nottingham.edu.my
nottingham.edu.my/overseasrepresentatives
Education fairs
Independent visits We participate in a number of education fairs
throughout the year all over Malaysia. You can talk to
You are welcome to arrange a visit to our staff to find out the University and our programmes.
the campus and meet our staff for more
nottingham.edu.my/study/events
information. Please contact us to arrange for
a visit.
nottingham.edu.my/make-an-enquiry
33 34Applied
Arts and
Applied Psychology 36
Business 40
Economics 48
Psychology
Social Education 50
Arts and Social Sciences
English 56
Sciences
Media, Languages and Cultures 59
Politics, History and International Relations 63
Teaching and learning The occupational health and At a glance
wellbeing cluster is concerned with
Applied Psychology in the Division We are a world-leading
contemporary issues in occupational
of Organisational and Applied provider of education and
health and wellbeing, with an
Psychology enjoys a strong reputation training in applied psychology
emphasis on cross-cultural contexts.
for teaching and research. Our and related subjects, and a
international team of staff have
expertise in a diverse range of areas Professional thriving centre for research in
applied psychology.
in applied psychology. They are accreditation
actively engaged in the collection, We are committed to an
The MSc Occupational Health and
evaluation and dissemination of international approach, our
Safety Leadership is accredited by the
research activities informing policy, staff and students come from
Institution of Occupational Safety and
best practice and education both over 40 different countries and
Health (IOSH), Europe’s professional
nationally and internationally. we are involved in research
body for leading health and safety
collaborations with colleagues
professionals. This confers eligibility
The division first opened its doors across the globe.
for graduate membership leading to
at the University of Nottingham chartership with the IOSH.
Malaysia in December 2006, and
aims to promote the contribution of
Career prospects
Create it applied psychology to organisational
development, occupational and Management psychologists are
public health and safety, and to well paid and in demand as they
the management of related health make a positive difference to
organisational culture, productivity
services.
and performance. Most work within
Challenge it Research a variety of large public or private
organisations, often specialising in
Our research in applied psychology specific areas of work psychology.
aims to promote ‘healthy people, All entry requirements, fees, school
Some choose to work for psychology
healthy organisations and healthy and programme information are
and management consultancies. intended as a guide and were accurate
communities’. Our research
Graduates of the MSc Occupational at the time of printing. For the most
activities are managed through up to date information and further
three clusters: culture and social Health and Safety Leadership may
pursue a career in occupational health details of each programme, please visit
cognition in organisations, learning nottingham.edu.my/pgstudy
and development, and occupational and safety. Experienced practitioners
health and wellbeing. could specialise in a particular area of
health and safety or work freelance as +60 3 8924 8686
The culture and social cognition in a consultant. nottingham.edu.my/make-
organisations’ cluster is concerned an-enquiry
Our PhD or MPhil graduates often
with the impact of culture and
pursue careers in academia or UNM.AppliedPsychology
group level processes on work and research, working for government
organisational outcomes. departments, international research @AppliedPsychol3
organisations, Universities or as
Analyse it The learning and development cluster
is concerned with individual and experts or consultants in their field of
nottingham.edu.my/
appliedpsychology
organisational level processes and expertise.
35 issues that impact on people’s growth 36
in organisations and communities.Applied Psychology Duration Intake Malaysian fees International Taught programmes MSc Occupational Health and Safety
fees
MSc Management Psychology Leadership
Taught programmes The MSc Occupational Health and Safety Leadership
The MSc Management Psychology programme is
MSc Management Psychology 1-2 years full-time February and RM50,100* RM55,300* designed around three critical management activities: is a programme for those who have an interest in
UNM/KPT-JPT(R2/311/7/0077)3/28 2-4 years part-time September per programme per programme developing effective workers, identifying competent the management of health and safety at work. The
workers, and managing productive organisations. You will programme presents health and safety leadership within
MSc Occupational Health and 1-2 years full-time September RM49,500* RM54,900* a problem-solving framework and is designed around two
also learn about the scientific foundations of psychology
Safety Leadership 2-4 years part-time per programme per programme central activities: identifying and managing contemporary
and how to use psychological theories and methods. The
UNM/KPM-JPT(R2/862/7/0051)3/28
programme is offered on a part-time, flexible learning risks to health and safety; and developing effective
leadership strategies. The programme is offered on a
Arts and Social Sciences
Arts and Social Sciences
Research opportunities basis over 24 or 36 months. Face-to-face teaching and
tutorials, and workshop-based teaching with experts, part-time, flexible learning basis over 24 or 36 months.
MPhil 1-2 year full-time February, April, RM35,700** RM41,900** are both supported and enhanced by an e-learning Face-to-face teaching and tutorials, and workshop-based
KPT/JPS(N/310/7/0013)7/21 2-4 years part-time June and per year per year environment. For the programme you will require: a teaching with experts, are both supported and enhanced
September personal computer with a word-processing programme; by an e-learning environment. For the programme you
email and internet; a printer; the ability to be organised will require: a personal computer with a word-processing
PhD 3-4 years full-time February, April, RM35,700** RM41,900**
and work independently, and a willingness to engage in programme; email and internet; the ability to be
KPT/JPS(N/310/8/0014)7/21 6-8 years part-time June and per year per year
September teamwork. organised and work independently; and a willingness to
engage in teamwork.
* The payment installment scheme will differ for full and part-time students.
Programme structure
** Part-time students pay half the full-time fee for each year.
You will complete 120 credits of taught modules plus
Programme structure
an empirical research project worth 60 credits on You will complete 120 credits of taught modules plus an
topics relevant to your specialist area of interest. The empirical research project worth 60 credits, or one major
programme is organised in workshop-based modules. (40 credits) and one minor (20 credits) dissertation on
Modules vary from 5, 10 and 20 credits. 20 credit topics relevant to your area of interest in occupational
modules are organised over two weeks with face-to-face health and safety. The programme is organised in
teaching taking place during two consecutive weekends workshop-based modules. These 20-credit modules will
and three week day evenings. 10 credit modules require be organised over two weeks with face-to-face teaching
face-to-face teaching over one weekend and three taking place during weekends and three evenings. The
weekday evenings. 5 credit modules involve face-to- schedule for the different modules will be published in
face teaching over one weekend. The schedule for the advance so that you can plan your schedule accordingly.
different modules will be published in advance so that The timetable for taught modules for the year ahead will
you can plan your time accordingly. The timetable for be published each July. The empirical project will be
taught modules for the year ahead will be published each planned in the final semester of study.
August. Your empirical project will be planned in the final Typical core modules
semester of study.
Applied Research Project or Major and Minor
Typical core modules Dissertation
Applied Research Project Occupational Hazards and Risk Management Strategies
Consultancy Skills Occupational Health and Safety Law, Policies and
Introduction to Research Methods Compliance: International Perspectives
Introduction to Management Psychology and Organisations, Management and Leadership
Quantitative Workplace Data Overview of Contemporary Challenges to Safety and
Leadership Engagement and Motivation Health
Learning, Training and Development Research Methods and Evidence-Based Problem
Organisational Change and Development Solving in Occupational Safety and Health
Psychological Assessment at Work Specialist Issues in Contemporary Safety and Health
Qualitative Research Methods
Strategic Human Resource Management and Managing
Diversity
37 For more detailed programme content, visit For more information about our programmes, visit 38
nottingham.edu.my/pgstudy nottingham.edu.my/pgstudyEntry requirements English language requirements
MSc Management Psychology IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (with no less than
6.0 in each element)
An upper second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in
Business
a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against TOEFL (iBT): 87 (minimum 20 in
this standard. Applicants will be considered if they have a first degree Speaking and 19 in all other elements)
in a relevant subject such as management, psychology or other related
disciplines. PTE (Academic): 71 (with no less than
MSc Occupational Health and Safety Leadership 65 in each element)
Arts and Social Sciences
Arts and Social Sciences
An upper second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a
MUET: Band 4
relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this
standard. Applicants with a first degree in engineering, ergonomics,
medicine, nursing, public health, psychology, safety science, and other
subjects allied to medicine are also eligible to apply.
Please also refer to our entry requirement guidelines on page 67.
Research opportunities
If you are interested in applying, we would recommend
MPhil/PhD that you familiarise yourself with our research areas
We offer high-quality doctoral training to postgraduate and staff expertise and then contact us to discuss your Teaching and learning Many members of academic staff At a glance
students who wish to pursue an MPhil or PhD. As a in NUBS Malaysia are members of
research project proposal with the relevant supervisor in Nottingham University Business The University of Nottingham
research student you will work under a supervisor who research centres in the University of
the first instance. Please visit our applications pages to School (NUBS) Malaysia is a large is ranked amongst the top 1%
will assist you in your research and thesis design. Nottingham that are affiliated with
find out how to apply. and culturally diverse school, of universities internationally.
the School. These centres bring
Our current areas of research include: with over 30 full-time academic together academicians across a We are placed in the global top
nottingham.edu.my/international/overseas staff and over 700 undergraduate 100 of the QS World University
Chronic Illness at Work range of disciplines who share an
and postgraduate students from interest in understanding, analysing Rankings 2021, which also
Expatriate Adjustment across the globe. An integral part ranks us amongst the top 100
and developing perspectives and
Generation Gap at Work and its Implications of Nottingham University Business in 2020 for ‘Economics and
thought leadership in contemporary
Individual Differences, Coping and Work Performance School, UK, our vision is to shape Econometrics’ and ‘Statistics
business issues:
Occupational Health and Wellbeing the future of responsible business and Operational Research’.
and management in an increasingly Global Centre for Banking and
Organisational Change and Employees’ Coping Nottingham University
inter-connected world. The School Financial Innovation (GCBFI)
Behaviour Business School’s (NUBS) MBA
has unrivalled global reach through
Psychology of Family Firms International Centre for ranking on The Economist
tri-campus locations in the UK, 2021 Full-Time MBA Ranking
Women’s Leadership Labyrinth China and Malaysia, offering unique Corporate Social Responsibility
(ICCSR) has risen 29 spots to place 55
Work Design and Psychological Wellbeing perspectives and connections globally and 3rd among UK
Work Engagement to changing business ideas. Nottingham Centre for Research business schools.
Work Life Balance and Work Family Conflict Established in 2000, our presence on Globalisation and Economic
in Malaysia provides unique Policy (GEP) Our MSc Finance and
Work Related Stress, Coping and Burnout
insights into Asian business growth Investment is ranked in the
and development whilst reading Top 100 of the 2021 QS Finance
Entry requirements English language requirements towards a British degree. Masters Rankings.
PhD IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (with no less than
6.0 in each element) Research
A masters degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline All entry requirements, fees, school
In the latest UK Research Excellence and programme information are
related to applied psychology plus, an upper second class honours TOEFL (iBT): 87 (minimum 20 in Framework (REF), we ranked sixth intended as a guide and were accurate
degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. A masters Speaking and 19 in all other elements) for ‘research power’ out of 101 at the time of printing. For the most
degree either in psychology or with an element of psychology is highly UK business and management up to date information and further
advantageous. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this PTE (Academic): 71 (with no less than 65 institutions. Research and teaching details of each programme, please visit
standard. in each element) at the Malaysia Campus is organised nottingham.edu.my/pgstudy
MPhil within the following academic
MUET: Band 4 divisions: +60 3 8924 8686
An upper second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in
a related discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this accounting, finance and law nottingham.edu.my/make-
business economics and an-enquiry
standard.
quantitative methods NUBSMalaysia
Please also refer to our entry requirement guidelines on page 67.
leadership, management and
marketing @NUBSMalaysia
nottingham.edu.my/
business
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