About Xiamen University Malaysia

Coined the first Chinese university branch campus in Malaysia, Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) was set up in 2015. It aims to widen its reach over the globe and embrace the cultural differences, while providing the students with a first-class education process.

Xiamen University Malaysia offers a wide range of programmes across both the arts and science fields of study. Among the programmes offered are Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chinese Studies, Physics, Marine Biotechnology and more. Embracing the cultural diversities, all programmes offered use English as the intermediate language, with an exception for the Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese Studies programmes.

Xiamen University Malaysia has forged collaborative partnerships with top universities from London. At present, XMUM has established with 17 highly acclaimed universities across the world.

Xiamen University Malaysia Ranking & Reputation

Xiamen University is ranked #303 in the world based on the QS World University Rankings 2027.

Why Study at Xiamen University Malaysia

Qualified Academic Staff
80% of Xiamen academic staff are doctoral degree holders; one-third of their academic staff are seconded from Xiamen University China, while the rest are recruited from Malaysia and other countries

Study Abroad Opportunities
Student exchange or internship opportunities in China and other countries

Recognition of Qualification
Xiamen University degrees are recognised internationally, including in China and Malaysia

Campus Location

Xiamen University Malaysia is conveniently situated in the Bandar Kota Warisan, Sepang just nearby to Putrajaya and 45km sothwest of Kuala Lumpur. It is nearby to Kuala Lumpur International Airport part of Kuala Lumpur.

Courses Offered

Xiamen University Malaysia focused on wide range programmes, from foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate level. It offers variety of disciplines from Engineering, Science, Arts and Medicine. Check out the list of programmes offered by Xiamen University Malaysia here.
 

Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Selangor

Foundation in Arts and Social Science

Intake

Apr, Aug, Dec

Tuition Fees

RM17,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Scholarships
• Duration

• Opportunity to choose from three academic tracks, Chinese Studies, Communication Studies and Business Studies
• Designed to equip you with essential knowledge, academic skills and the confidence to thrive in a university environment
• This programme will offer you the flexibility and support to help you discover your strengths and chart your path forward
• First overseas campus set up by a renowned Chinese university, and the first Chinese university branch campus in Malaysia

• Sepang: RM17,000

SPM:

• 10(A+/A/A-): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 9(A+/A/A-): 90% tuition fee waiver
• 8(A+/A/A-): 75% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): 60% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-): 45% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A+/A/A-): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 4(A+/A/A-): 15% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A+/A/A-): 10% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 10(A*/A): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 9(A*/A): 90% tuition fee waiver
• 8(A*/A): 75% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A): 60% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A*/A): 45% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A*/A): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 4(A*/A): 15% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A*/A): 10% tuition fee waiver

• Duration: 1 year

Highlights

• Opportunity to choose from three academic tracks, Chinese Studies, Communication Studies and Business Studies
• Designed to equip you with essential knowledge, academic skills and the confidence to thrive in a university environment
• This programme will offer you the flexibility and support to help you discover your strengths and chart your path forward
• First overseas campus set up by a renowned Chinese university, and the first Chinese university branch campus in Malaysia

Campus

• Sepang: RM17,000

Scholarships

SPM:

• 10(A+/A/A-): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 9(A+/A/A-): 90% tuition fee waiver
• 8(A+/A/A-): 75% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): 60% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-): 45% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A+/A/A-): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 4(A+/A/A-): 15% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A+/A/A-): 10% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 10(A*/A): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 9(A*/A): 90% tuition fee waiver
• 8(A*/A): 75% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A): 60% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A*/A): 45% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A*/A): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 4(A*/A): 15% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A*/A): 10% tuition fee waiver

Duration

• Duration: 1 year

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Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Selangor

Bachelor of Science in Physics (Honours)

Intake

Feb, Apr, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM120,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• The programme is designed to meet your needs and aspirations by equipping you with strong foundations of scientific knowledge, spirit of inquiry and passion for study and work
• Unique syllabi that retains the essence of traditional physics and explores modern applied physics disciplines
• Partnerships with renowned European and Asian institutions allow for opportunities in academic, research and cultural exchanges to gain immersion and exposure to a wider global scientific community
• Research-focused curriculum that prepares you for further education opportunities and frontier science careers

• Sepang: RM120,000

• Duration: 4 years

Highlights

• The programme is designed to meet your needs and aspirations by equipping you with strong foundations of scientific knowledge, spirit of inquiry and passion for study and work
• Unique syllabi that retains the essence of traditional physics and explores modern applied physics disciplines
• Partnerships with renowned European and Asian institutions allow for opportunities in academic, research and cultural exchanges to gain immersion and exposure to a wider global scientific community
• Research-focused curriculum that prepares you for further education opportunities and frontier science careers

Campus

• Sepang: RM120,000

Duration

• Duration: 4 years

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Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Selangor

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics (Honours)

Intake

Feb, Apr, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM81,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• A rigorous and clear understanding of mathematical theories is emphasised so you will learn to structure your arguments logically, present ideas persuasively and connect abstract concepts to real-world applications
• This programme will ensure you cultivate essential skills such as logical thinking, analytical reasoning, problem-solving and creativity
• The Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics hosts mathematicians who graduated from well-known institutes across the globe with expertise ranging from analysis, algebra, geometry, financial mathematics to statistics
• Research seminars are also conducted by faculty members or invited researchers to present cutting-edge research at the frontier of mathematics

• Sepang: RM81,000

• Duration: 3 years

Highlights

• A rigorous and clear understanding of mathematical theories is emphasised so you will learn to structure your arguments logically, present ideas persuasively and connect abstract concepts to real-world applications
• This programme will ensure you cultivate essential skills such as logical thinking, analytical reasoning, problem-solving and creativity
• The Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics hosts mathematicians who graduated from well-known institutes across the globe with expertise ranging from analysis, algebra, geometry, financial mathematics to statistics
• Research seminars are also conducted by faculty members or invited researchers to present cutting-edge research at the frontier of mathematics

Campus

• Sepang: RM81,000

Duration

• Duration: 3 years

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Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Selangor

Bachelor of Science in Marine Biotechnology (Honours)

Intake

Feb, Apr, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM120,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Xiamen University (XMU) started marine studies almost 100 years ago and is recognised as the cradle of China's marine studies
• Gain the knowledge and skills to manage the capitalisation of aquatic resources through eco-friendly methods of aquaculture production and conduct research on marine biological resources, fisheries, aquaculture and other biotechnology-related techniques
• Well-equipped facilities serving teaching and research purposes in marine science and biotechnology fields provide you with opportunities to conduct practical and research experiences in the programme
• Gain the opportunity to collaborate with world-class Marine Biotechnology scientists from Malaysia, China and other countries in various research activities

• Sepang: RM120,000

• Duration: 4 years

Highlights

• Xiamen University (XMU) started marine studies almost 100 years ago and is recognised as the cradle of China's marine studies
• Gain the knowledge and skills to manage the capitalisation of aquatic resources through eco-friendly methods of aquaculture production and conduct research on marine biological resources, fisheries, aquaculture and other biotechnology-related techniques
• Well-equipped facilities serving teaching and research purposes in marine science and biotechnology fields provide you with opportunities to conduct practical and research experiences in the programme
• Gain the opportunity to collaborate with world-class Marine Biotechnology scientists from Malaysia, China and other countries in various research activities

Campus

• Sepang: RM120,000

Duration

• Duration: 4 years

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Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Selangor

Bachelor of Medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Honours)

Intake

Feb, Apr, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM145,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• The Department of TCM at Xiamen University was established in 1956 and has trained over 20,000 professionals from over 50 countries and regions, making significant contributions to the development of TCM in China and Southeast Asia
• Focuses on key research areas such as TCM studies in Fujian, Taiwan and Southeast Asia, tongue diagnosis, dampness-related diseases, Liver diseases and global health
• This discipline at XMUM is supported by an outstanding faculty team, including a National (China) Young Qihuang Scholar, 5 National (China) Outstanding TCM Talents and a scholar ranked among the World's Top 2% Scientists (Stanford University list)
• The School of TCM has established a TCM Centre, Herbal Processing Laboratory, Chinese Herbal Garden and over 30 teaching and clinical internship bases, offering distinctive TCM features and excellent teaching facilities

• Sepang: RM145,000

• Duration: 5 years

Highlights

• The Department of TCM at Xiamen University was established in 1956 and has trained over 20,000 professionals from over 50 countries and regions, making significant contributions to the development of TCM in China and Southeast Asia
• Focuses on key research areas such as TCM studies in Fujian, Taiwan and Southeast Asia, tongue diagnosis, dampness-related diseases, Liver diseases and global health
• This discipline at XMUM is supported by an outstanding faculty team, including a National (China) Young Qihuang Scholar, 5 National (China) Outstanding TCM Talents and a scholar ranked among the World's Top 2% Scientists (Stanford University list)
• The School of TCM has established a TCM Centre, Herbal Processing Laboratory, Chinese Herbal Garden and over 30 teaching and clinical internship bases, offering distinctive TCM features and excellent teaching facilities

Campus

• Sepang: RM145,000

Duration

• Duration: 5 years

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Scholarships

Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Selangor

Merit Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver per year

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• Scholarship amount is tiered and based on academic results
• Minimum 3As in SPM/IGCSE or 1A in UEC to be eligible for Foundation programmes
• Minimum 1A in A-Level / STPM / UEC or equivalent to be eligible for Degree programmes
• For Degree programmes, recipient must achieve certain CGPA requirements based on scholarship amount received
• No interview/assessment required

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Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Selangor

XMUM Progression Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver per year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For students progressing from XMUM Foundation programmes to degree
• For Degree programmes, recipient must achieve certain CGPA requirements based on scholarship amount received
• No interview/assessment required

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Xiamen University Malaysia

Sepang, Selangor

Bumiputera & Indian Community Study Grant

Amount

20% tuition fee waiver per year

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For Indian and bumiputera students
• Applicants are only allowed to apply for either the scholarship or the study grant, whichever is higher
• For Degree programmes, recipient must achieve CGPA 2.00 at the end of each academic year
• No interview/assessment required

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