Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)

UniMAP is in Perlis, Malaysia's smallest state, in the north of Peninsular Malaysia. Its main campus, Kampus Alam (Pauh Putra), is in Arau and covers 1,050 acres, with additional campuses spread across the state including Kangar, Jejawi and uniCiti. Perlis is a quiet, affordable region roughly 2.5 hours from Penang and about 6 hours from Kuala Lumpur.

UniMAP is a public technical university, and public-university fees in Malaysia are generally more affordable than private options — but we don't want to quote a figure that might be out of date. Your free consultation with YSTC includes a clear, current cost estimate for the specific course on your shortlist, so you know exactly what to budget before you commit.

Yes. UniMAP is MQA accredited and recognised by Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education. Its Bachelor of Engineering programs hold EAC accreditation and its engineering technology programs hold ETAC accreditation, and Malaysia's Board of Engineers (BEM) has been a Washington Accord signatory since 2009 — which helps UniMAP engineering graduates gain international recognition for entry-to-practice engineering. YSTC will confirm recognition for your specific country and goals.

UniMAP is one of Malaysia's four technical universities and specialises in engineering and engineering technology, with a particular emphasis on electronics-based programs. It's known for practical, lab-intensive education across 100+ laboratories and for focusing on producing highly-skilled engineers and digital talent for industry.

Intake dates at UniMAP vary by program and level. Rather than risk an out-of-date date, YSTC will confirm the next available intake and the application deadlines for your chosen course directly with you.

Yes — and getting started is completely free. We'll help you choose the right course, prepare and submit your application and documents, confirm the current fees, and manage your Malaysian Student Pass (visa) via EMGS from start to finish.

Scholarship and financial-aid options at Malaysian universities change each intake and depend on your program and results. The best move is a free YSTC consultation, where we'll check which awards you may qualify for and help you apply at no cost.

International applicants are typically asked for an accepted English test such as IELTS or TOEFL, or an equivalent, with an English pathway available if you don't yet meet the requirement. The exact band varies by program, so YSTC will confirm precisely what your chosen course needs.

As a technical university with offshore programs abroad and dedicated international admissions, UniMAP runs programs accessible to international students, and English plays a central role in engineering and technology study in Malaysia. YSTC will confirm the exact language of instruction for the specific course you're interested in before you apply.

On-campus residence options are typically available at a public Malaysian university like UniMAP, with off-campus housing nearby in Perlis. Costs depend on the room type and how you like to live — YSTC will walk you through the current options and a realistic monthly budget for your intake.

Perlis is a small, quiet northern state, and living costs there are generally lower than in Kuala Lumpur — covering accommodation, food and transport. Your exact budget depends on your lifestyle and housing choice, so YSTC will give you a personalised monthly estimate alongside your tuition figures, free of charge.

International students in Malaysia may be allowed to work part-time during semester breaks and holidays under specific conditions set by Immigration, usually with university approval. The rules can change, so we'll explain the current, accurate position for your situation during your free consultation rather than rely on outdated info.

UniMAP emphasises a job-ready, competency-based curriculum with strong industry partnerships, especially in manufacturing, electronics, mechanical engineering and IT. Research suggests around 66% of graduates intend to seek employment after graduation, though that comes from an academic sample rather than official figures, and some graduates report technical skill gaps as a concern. YSTC will share the most current outcomes we can confirm for your chosen course.