Welcome To The University Of Nottingham Malaysia
For general enquiries, please contact:t: 60 3 8924 8000w: www.nottingham.edu.my/study/offer-holdersWelcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia CampusA guide for new students 2015/16www.nottingham.edu.my/study/offer-holders
Welcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia come to The University of Nottingham Malaysia lo and welcomeContentsI would like to take thisopportunity to welcomeyou to The Universityof Nottingham MalaysiaCampus. I hope your timewith us will be genuinelytransformational.The University of Nottinghamhas a strong tradition of teaching and researchwhich has placed it amongst the top universities inthe UK and internationally; indeed, the QS WorldUniversity Rankings 2013/14 ranks us in thetop 1% of universities worldwide. The MalaysiaCampus continues to grow and mature, and youwill now become part of our global community.Being offered a place at the University signifiesthat we feel you have great potential. We sincerelyhope you will develop academically and personallyduring your time with us; we are justifiably proudof what our students achieve whilst studying, andthe great things they go on to achieve afterwards.I also hope you will take advantage of the wideropportunities available to you whilst you are at ourMalaysia Campus, and that when you leave youwill take very happy memories of your universitydays with you.Professor David GreenawayVice-ChancellorThe University of NottinghamIt’s a great pleasure forme to welcome you to TheUniversity of NottinghamMalaysia Campus. As a fullcampus of The Universityof Nottingham, we offera British style education,delivered within a trulyinternational campuscommunity, which is physically located closeto one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant cities– Kuala Lumpur.The benefits of a university education areconsiderable – you will develop subject specificknowledge and skills through your academic work.But you will also have the potential to acquire abroad range of personal transferable skills throughthe many extracurricular activities available in andaround campus.3 Life at Nottingham5 in MalaysiaAccommodation and arriving at the University 7What do I need to bring?9Extra information for international students11Now that you’re hereWhat do I do when I arrive?Extra information for international students151720Finding your way around campusAcademic essentialsStudent servicesDay-to-day lifeLife in MalaysiaThe essentialsUniversity rules and regulationsSecurity on campusKey datesUseful contactsIndexGet social21232931425053555657596162Over 4,500 students from over 70 countriesare studying for a range of programmes fromfoundation to PhD across 17 different schoolsand departments. You will be able to meet, workand socialise with people from different academicbackgrounds, different cultures and differentcountries. I hope you will leave university withboth a high-quality degree which is valued byemployers and with a new outlook on life, as wellas a greater understanding of different cultures,races, religions and beliefs.Universities are many things – places for learningand study, places for research, places for culture,places for living – but above all, universities arecommunities. Welcome to ours!Professor Christine EnnewProvost and CEO, The University ofNottingham Malaysia CampusPro-Vice-Chancellor, The Universityof Nottingham1About this guideBefore you arriveFront cover image: Students in the amphitheatre outside the Trent Building.2
Welcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia come to The University of Nottingham Malaysia ut this guideThis guide contains practical information about livingand studying at the Malaysia Campus. It will help youfind your way around when you first arrive and will bea useful reference guide throughout your time here.Please take the time to read through the informationand to familiarise yourself with the contents. Itcontains everything you need to know about yourfirst few weeks. Please make sure you bringit with you.Students working together onour peaceful, green campus.34
Welcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia come to The University of Nottingham Malaysia ore you arriveBefore you arriveNow that you have your place, it’s time to start gettingready to go to university. Have a read through this sectionand make sure you have everything prepared to makeyour first week as stress-free as possible.Students working togetheron a group project.56
Welcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia ommodation andarriving at the UniversityUniversity accommodationWhen you receive a room offer from theUniversity you should do the following: Read it carefully, taking note of the termsand conditions and the deadline for payments– rooms are only confirmed on receipt of thepayment required Return any signed forms, and any other requiredinformation, and make the necessary paymentsto the University by the specified deadline – ifyou have trouble getting your room acceptanceback to the University by the deadline, please faxor email the Accommodation Office, otherwisethey will allocate your room to another student.It is the University’s policy that students who areallocated accommodation in halls of residence areallowed to stay for only one academic year.On-campus accommodationThe on-campus halls of residence have a varietyof room configurations and rental rates and arerented on a self-catering basis. There are smallpantries available on each floor – these aredesigned for preparing drinks and snacksand as meeting points for students. As weanticipate that you will use the catering servicesin the Student Association Building, the pantriesare not designed to be used for cooking allyour meals.Every hall of residence has a warden who is amember of University staff and an on-campusresident. The wardens are there to assist you withany issues that arise while living at the University,and any other aspect of student life. They are alsoresponsible for organising social and sportingactivities for the halls.7Before you arriveWelcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia dent studying in hisbedroom at Perhentian HallThese activities are a good way to meet otherstudents, and we encourage you to join in. Whenyou move in, your hall manager will give you acopy of the rules and regulations for life in yourhall. Please familiarise yourself with these.Off-campus accommodationOff-campus accommodation is not handled bythe University. The off-campus accommodation isclose to the University campus, allowing studentresidents to fully integrate with the activities heldon campus. There is transport to and from theoff-campus accommodation.DisclaimerThe off-campus accommodation is a privatearrangement between the student and the serviceprovider of off-campus accommodation. TheUniversity is under no obligation to either party onany matter. The University acts as a facilitator toprovide information to students about off-campusaccommodation and will not be held liable in anyway to either party.When do I need to arrive?Before registration, you will receive informationexplaining when you need to arrive on campus.Normally, students are only allowed to check intoon-campus accommodation one week beforeregistration day. Malaysian students will onlybe allowed to check in during AccommodationOffice working hours (Monday to Friday from9am- 5.30pm). If you are an international student,please refer to the airport pick-up informationwhich will be sent together with your visaapproval letter.8
Welcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia t do I need to bring?Here are some suggestions for what to bringto university, based on feedback from previousnew starters.EssentialIdentificationBring at least two pieces of ID (such as yourpassport, driving licence or University acceptanceletter). These will be useful if you haven’t managedto open a student bank account before you leavehome, or if you are likely to travel abroad.Bed linen, towels and hangersMost people bring their own bed linen, althoughit can be provided in on-campus accommodationif you need it. You can either bring your owntowels and hangers, or you can buy them froma nearby supermarket.Top tip!Please ensure you have enough money foryour day-to-day living expenses for theduration of your course. We would also expectyou to pay your tuition fees for each academicyear within the deadlines stipulated by theFinance Office, so remember to plan ahead.If you need information about the financialassistance which may be available to you,please visit our arships9Bringing your own laptop or mobile devicewill allow you to study in lots of areasacross campus using our WiFi network.UsefulComputer or mobile devicesBringing your own computer or mobile device,such as a smartphone or tablet, is useful butnot essential.USB memory stickA memory stick is useful for backing up your work.ExtrasHomely thingsPosters, photo frames, cushions and throws canhelp you feel more at home in your room.Food to shareOffering biscuits, sweets or chocolates is a niceway to get chatting to people.GamesBring any games you have – they’re great forcheap but fun nights in.Fancy dressIf you’ve got any fancy dress outfits, you’ll haveplenty of opportunities to wear them, particularlyduring your first week!10Before you arriveWelcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campuswww.nottingham.edu.my/study/offer-holders
Welcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia ra information forinternational studentsHealth insuranceAs an international student, in compliance with theMalaysian Ministry of Education’s Code of Ethics,you will need to be covered by medical insurancethroughout your period of study here. Medicalinsurance is organised for full-time internationalstudents through EMGS. Group Hospitalisationand Surgical Policy is through AXA Affin GeneralInsurance Berhad.Key points Your medical insurance will come into effectfrom the point of registration at The University ofNottingham Malaysia Campus (UNMC) duringthe registration week and is valid as long as youhave a student pass from UNMC. Outpatient specialist treatment, dental treatment,optical treatment and pre-existing conditions areall excluded from the policy. Observation tests,lab examinations, general physical or medicalexaminations, diagnosis and X-ray examinationsfor investigatory purposes are not covered either. An excess of RM50 per claim is applicable for allmedical expenses. Please be aware that this policy does not cover100% of your medical expenses.You should refer to your detailed policyfor further information.For more information about the GroupHospitalisation and Surgical Insurance, pleasecontact Anushia Thamotharem:t: 60 3 8924 8684 (during office hours)e: anushia.thamotharem@nottingham.edu.myw: urance11Your Healthcare Card You will receive a Healthcare Card as part ofyour health insurance within approximately 30days of signing up and a link to the policy witha list of panel hospitals will be emailed by theInternational Office. This card entitles you to cashless admission tomost of the panel hospitals during emergencyadmissions however some hospitals may requirea minimal deposit. If you lose your card, please contact the StudentSupport Officer at the International Office(based in the Enquiry Centre on the ground floorof Block A) to arrange to have it replaced. Thereis a charge of RM5 for a replacement card.Your Healthcare Card will contain thefollowing information: name passport number period of insurance policy number helpline number – you should savethis in your mobile phoneVisasAs an international student studying in Malaysiayou will be granted a student visa/student passfor one year (or part of a year), depending onthe country which issued your passport. Youare responsible for the timely submission of thedocuments needed to renew your student pass.Renewing your student passYou must submit your passport and otherdocuments to the Student Visa Office threemonths before the expiry date of your studentpass. There will be a separate charge for theextension of the student pass and multiple entryvisas. If you submit your documents after thedeadline, you will be liable to pay any extra feesincurred for late submission. If you have anyqueries about student visas, please contact theStudent Visa Office:t: 60 3 8725 3715e: apply.visa@nottingham.edu.myPassportsYou should carry your passport at all times asimmigration enforcement officers carry out randomchecks at public places. If your original passporthas been submitted to the Malaysian Immigrationfor the extension of your student pass, make sureyou carry a certified true copy of your passportand your student ID. If you lose your passport,you should: lodge a police report within 24 hours ofthe incident submit a copy of the police report to your homecountry’s embassy/consulate in Malaysia as partof the new passport re-application process notify the Student Visa Office, either in personat the Student Services Centre in the StudentAssociation Building or by calling 03 87253715, to transfer endorsement of the studentpass to your new passport at MalaysianState ImmigrationEmploymentInternational students who enter Malaysia on astudent visa have few opportunities to undertakepaid employment. Although there are some legalopportunities to work, the Malaysian ImmigrationDepartment has set limitations for internationalstudents undertaking any form of paid employmentwhile studying in Malaysia. You are only allowed towork 20 hours per week in a restricted category ofjobs during long vacations. If you are interested inundertaking employment at any stage during yourstudies, please consult the Student Visa Officeat the Student Services Centre in the StudentAssociation Building.t: 60 3 8725 3715Under no circumstances should you undertakeunofficial employment as this could result in yourstudent visa being revoked.CurrencyThe Malaysian currency is denoted with theexpression ‘RM’ which stands for ‘RinggitMalaysia’ and is still unofficially known as theMalaysian dollar. One unit of currency is dividedinto 100 sen (cents). The ringgit bank notes areissued in six denominations: RM100, RM50,RM20, RM10, RM5 and RM1. The coins areminted in denominations of sen: 5 sen, 10 sen,20 sen and 50 sen. Foreign currencies canonly be changed to RM at banks or licensedmoney changers.TippingMost hotels and restaurants include a 10%service charge and 6% government tax on bills.Tipping is not customary in Malaysia but if youwish to show your appreciation of good service,a small tip will be welcome.12Before you arriveWelcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campuswww.nottingham.edu.my/study/offer-holders
Driving in MalaysiaIt is possible to drive in Malaysia with a validdriving licence from most countries for your firstthree months here. After three months you willneed to either have an international driving permit,which is usually valid for one year (internationaldriving permits must be obtained in your homecountry before you come to Malaysia), or obtain aMalaysian driving license. Only PhD students canconvert their home country licence to a Malaysiandriving licence. All other students may have toundergo a driving test in Malaysia to obtain aMalaysian driving license. If you intend to drive, itmay be worth checking to see if you are entitledto obtain a Malaysian driving licence. For moredetails, see www.jpj.gov.myWelcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campuswww.nottingham.edu.my/study/offer-holdersKey points for driving in Malaysia Traffic in Malaysia drives on the left-hand side ofthe road and most vehicles use right-hand drive. Traffic is heavy during the morning and afternoonrush hours and slows down considerably whenit rains. Front and back seat belts are mandatory. Mobile phones cannot be used while driving. Laws against drinking and driving are strictlyenforced with stiff penalties. It is compulsory for all motorcyclists to wear anapproved crash helmet.Before you arriveWelcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia dents walking near thePetronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur.You are legally required to carry your drivinglicence with you at all times while driving inMalaysia. Failure to produce your licence whenstopped by police may result in a fine.Please be careful when driving as the rulesmay be different from those in your homecountry. If you are involved in an accident,avoid confrontational behaviour. Should yoube threatened, leave the scene and report theincident to local police within 24 hours.It is possible to drive in Malaysia with a validdriving licence from most countries for yourfirst three months here.1314
Welcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia come to The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campuswww.nottingham.edu.my/study/offer-holdersNow that you’re hereNow that you’re hereFor most people, arriving at university is exciting butalso a bit daunting. We’ll do everything we can tomake your first week go smoothly. Remember thereare people here to help.Students in the Central Plaza.1516
Welcome to The University of Nottingham Malaysia t do I do whenI arrive?Below you will find guidance on what youshould do when you arrive. If you are aninternational student, you should also refer tothe international student section on page 20.Please also refer to the student charter on ourwebsite which seeks to describe the environment,relationships and mutual expectations whichunderpin the student experience at the UniversityCheck in to your accommodationWhere and when do I register?Please refer to the registration timetable, whichwill be sent to you in advance of your arrival, tofind out when and where you should register.When you get there, you will need to complete thefollowing steps: Show proof that you have paid theaccommodation fee Collect your room keys and a checklist of yourroom inventory Read through and sign your roominventory checklist Inspect your room/flat/house to make sure it isin good condition and report any problems tothe Accommodation Office within 24 hours ofcheck-in Read the terms, rules and regulations set out inthe form Sign and return the completed room inventorychecklist and Student Undertaking Letter to theAccommodation OfficeFor full-time students, the registration will normallybe conducted at the main campus in Semenyih.Some part-time students will register in theKuala Lumpur Teaching Centre, in the heartof Kuala Lumpur city. The registration date ofyour programme will normally be stated in youroffer letter. You will receive an email from theAdmissions Office with the confirmed dates andvenues nearer to registration. You may also referto the offer holders section on our website forregistration egister and enrol an A4 copy of the personal details page ofyour passportGo straight to your check-in location, which willhave been emailed to you by the AccommodationOffice in advance.What is registration?Before you begin your studies, you must registerwith the University. This involves signing aregistration form, which is your agreement toobserve the University’s regulations while you area student here. Before coming to registration,you should read further information about theUniversity’s regulations on the ‘Study r
Professor David Greenaway Vice-Chancellor The University of Nottingham It’s a great pleasure for me to welcome you to The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus. As a full campus of The University of Nottingham, we offer a British style education, delivered within a truly internat
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