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Your Gateway to Malaysia International Student Guide Your Next Study Destination Your Gateway to Malaysia International Student Guide Your next study destination. 2 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE UOW MALAYSIA KDU 3 5+ stars rating university CONTENTS Where QS World University Rankings 2021 WHERE DOORS OPEN 4 — doors open MALAYSIA 6 Top 1% MALAYSIA AT A GLANCE 7 We’re here to open doors and University of Wollongong Australia THE HEART OF SOUTHEAST ASIA 8 ranking among the world’s support your choices while giving universities. MALAYSIA CULTURE 9 196th in the world – QS World University NATIONAL CELEBRATION you the freedom and resources to Rankings 2021 10 chase your dream career. TOP 10 MOST COLOURFUL FESTIVALS IN 11 — MALAYSIA MUST VISIT PLACES IN MALAYSIA 12 KUALA LUMPUR 14 TOURIST ATTRACTIONS 15 TOP 5 GREAT MALAYSIAN DISHES 16 TOP 5 MOST INSTAGRAMMABLE CAFES 17 PENANG 18 TOURIST ATTRACTIONS 19 WHERE TO EAT IN PENANG 20 5 BEST STREET FOOD IN PENANG 21 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGGONG Top 20 A TRULY GLOBAL UNIVERSITY 24 16th best modern university in the world. GLOBAL CAMPUSES 25 QS Top 50 Under 50 Rankings 2020 WHY STUDY IN MALAYSIA 26 — UOW MALAYSIA KDU 28 UOW MALAYSIA KDU CAMPUSES 29 From here to Top 200 ACADEMIC SCHOOLS 30 Rating for UOW graduates by global GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES 36 employers. every corner INDUSTRY PARTNERS 37 QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020 CAMPUS FACILITIES 38 — UOW ACCOMMODATION 40 A globally recognised and respected INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE 42 degree from UOW is your passport Top 250 PARTNER UNIVERSITIES 43 to a world of opportunity. Ranking among the world’s best universities. 212th in the world – QS World University Rankings 2020, 201-250 band – Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020, 220th – Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2019 — 4 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE UOW MALAYSIA KDU 5 Truly Asia Malaysia Situated in the midst of the Asia Pacific region, Malaysia enjoys a strategic location and a year-round tropical climate. With 13 states, three Federal Territories and a population that currently stands at more than 32.7 million, Malaysia combines the best of Asia and is well known for its diverse cultural landscape, which includes three of Asia’s oldest civilisations – Malay, Chinese and Indian – and the unique ethnic communities of Sabah and Sarawak. COUNTRY LANGUAGE CLIMATE ACCOMMODATION An increasingly popular international study destinations that not only boasts leading institutions, such as UOW The federation of Malaysia Bahasa Malaysia (Malay) is the Malaysia has a tropical climate Malaysia has a wide comprises Peninsular Malaysia, national language but English and the weather is warm all range of accommodation Malaysia KDU, but is also filled with a wide variety of which is made up of 11 states, is widely spoken. Malaysians year round. Temperatures with competitive rates. unique attractions. Whatever your definition of a vibrant three Federal Territories as also speak various languages range from 21ºC to 32ºC and International star-rated overseas study experience, Malaysia has all the necessary well as the states of Sabah and and dialects. the annual rainfall varies from hotels, boutique hotels, elements – pristine beaches and breathtaking islands, Sarawak situated in Borneo. 2,000 mm to 2,500 mm. beach resorts, chalets, youth hostels and timeshare a rich tapestry of cultures and history, well-preserved RELIGION apartments are among the CAPITAL CITY TIME heritage treasures, world-class modern facilities, a Malaysia Islam is the official religion but types of accommodation fascinating collection of flora and fauna, lush and well- Kuala Lumpur all other religions are practised The standard Malaysian time available. maintained nature reserves, a delightful array of mouth- freely. is eight hours ahead of GMT (+8GMT) and 16 hours ahead of watering cuisine and a long list of shopping hotspots – PEOPLE at a the U.S. Pacific Standard Time. Malaysia will leave you wanting for more. CURRENCY Malays make up about 57% of But do not just take our word for it. Come and discover the the population, with Chinese, The unit of currency is the many wonders of Malaysia and peel the many layers of this Indians and other ethnic Malaysian Ringgit (RM) Glance groups making up the rest. fascinating country. Be prepared to be amazed, because there is just so much more to Malaysia than meets the eye. Source: www.malaysia.travel 6 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE UOW MALAYSIA KDU 7 The heart of Selamat Datang Southeast Asia Means “Welcome” in Bahasa Malaysia Having had an interesting past and being a part of the international spice route Located strategically at the heart of Southeast Asia, many hundreds of years ago, Malaysia has turned into a mosaic of cultures. Malaysia never fails to fascinate. With a social core Everything from its people to its architecture reflect a colourful heritage and an amalgamated culture. To understand Malaysian culture, you must first get to know consisting of the Malays, Chinese and Indians as well as its people. the many indigenous communities of Sabah and Sarawak, Malaysia is a unique and inspiring blend of cultures. A MULTI-CULTURAL SOCIETY THE CONCEPT OF FACE Malaysia is a multi-cultural society. The main Malays, Chinese and Indians all strive to 9th Most Visited ethnic groups are the native Malays as well maintain face and avoid shame both in public as large populations of Chinese, and Indians. and private. Face is a personal concept that When visiting the country it is clear that the embraces qualities such as a good name, Country ethnicities retain their religions, customs and good character, and being held in esteem by in the World by the UNWTO way of life. The most important festivals of one’s peers. Face is considered a commodity each group are public holidays. that can be given, lost, taken away, or earned. On top of this face also extends to the family, Although growing up, children are educated school, company, and even the nation itself. in the same schools and will eventually work 10th Friendliest in the same offices, few marry outside their The desire to maintain face makes Malaysians own ethnicity. Families tend to socialise strive for harmonious relationships. Country within their own ethnic group – all part of Face can be lost by openly criticizing, retaining their individual traditions and in the Word by Forbes Online insulting, or putting someone on the spot; lifestyles. doing something that brings shame to the Despite the ethnic differences there are group; challenging someone in authority, commonalities culturally speaking. especially if this is done in public; showing anger at another person; refusing a request; not keeping a promise; or disagreeing with GROUP ORIENTATION someone publicly. Conversely, face can be The family is considered the centre of the saved by remaining calm and courteous; social structure. As a result there is a great discussing errors or transgressions in private; emphasis on unity, loyalty and respect for speaking about problems without blaming the elderly. The family is the place where the anyone; using non-verbal communication to individual can be guaranteed both emotional say “no”; and allowing the other person to get and financial support. When one member out of the situation with their pride intact. of the family suffers a financial setback, the rest of the family will contribute what they can to help out. Families tend to be extended, although in the larger cities this will naturally differ. Source: tourswealth.com/malaysia-culture.html 8 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE UOW MALAYSIA KDU 9 National Top 10 celebration most colourful festivals in Malaysia The country has a rich Thaipusam Kaamatan Harvest Festival Gawai Harvest Festival melting pot of religious (LATE JANUARY / EARLY FEBRUARY) in Sabah (1 & 2 JUNE) Gawai is Sarawak’s version of the Harvest Festival. Indigenous groups including groups, including Muslims, Malaysia has a sizable Tamil population in the (30 & 31 MAY) the Bidayuh, Murut, Kayan and Iban take part in one of the state’s largest western parts of the country, especially around Sabah’s most significant cultural event Christians, Buddhist, Hindus and most popular festivals. In the same way as Kaamatan, Gawai was once a Kuala Lumpur. During either late January takes place annually on the 30th and 31st pagan festival that has evolved into more of a public party rather than religious or early February when the moon is full, the May. The Kaamatan Harvest Festival is an and Sikhs and hundreds celebration. Tamils hold one of their most important events. ancient pagan celebration to honour the of different ethnic groups. Thaipusam commemorates Murugan defeating successful harvest by the ethnic Kadazan- Sarawakians often have lots of open houses with an abundance of food and an evil spirit called Soorapadman. Dusun, a tradition that dates back drink. Friends and family will come, and it’s typical to visit multiple open-houses Because of this, there are in one day. Sarawak’s version of rice wine is called ‘tuak’ and drank in large In Malaysia, Thaipusam takes place annually at centuries. Today, however, there’s more volumes throughout the day. They also have a beauty pageant called Kumang multiple events each month. Batu Caves on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur. emphasis on the social side of things and and Keling Gawai where both men and women can enter. Gawai culminates with Batu Caves has a Hindu temple inside a cave. having a party with lots of food, drink and the crowning of the King and Queen (Keling and Kumang) of the Festival. West and East Malaysia often Visitors need to walk up 272 steps to reach the music. have their separate cultural temple. Eid Hari Raya Aidilfitri Rainforest World Music activities too. Some have Chinese New Year (JUNE) Festival, Kuching, open houses where the host (FEBRUARY) Eid is the largest celebration in the Sarawak Islamic world.
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