Overview

University of Malaya's programme in Japanese Language and Linguistics capable and competitive in career, responsible for society with ethical values, capable of leading, critical thinking, skilled in information management, as well as having the ability in entrepreneurial management.

Key facts

Career possibilities include teaching, journalism, publishing, editing, writing, diplomacy, foreign affairs, politics, television, & broadcasting, translation & interpretation, corporate communications, marketing, advertising, public relations, tourism, hospitality and leisure industries, management and administration and various possibilities in either the public or private sector.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Philosophy and Current Issues
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
Basic Entrepreneurship Culture
Co-curriculum
Programme Core
Final Year Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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OR

46

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

125 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Language Studies Linguistics Asian studies View 9 other Bachelors in Asian studies in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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46

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

STPM
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
Stream: Art and Science stream
Matriculation / Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
Stream: Art and Science stream
STAM
Not Offered
Diploma / Equivalent
Malaysian citizen
Holds a recognized Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects at Diploma level
UM SATU Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

70000 MYR / year

≈ 70000 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

60000 MYR / year

≈ 60000 MYR / year

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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