May Intake 2010 for Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

An brief introduction for UTAR by President UTAR,Ir. Professor Dato' Dr Chuah Hean Teik
Since its official launching on 13 August 2002, UTAR has carved its name among Malaysia's leading universities with its dedication to excellence in education and research. In line with the University's vision to be a premier university achieving excellence in the advancement and dissemination of knowledge and expertise, UTAR has progressed steadily to be a comprehensive university providing a diverse portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with a niche in research and consultancy.

Starting with the first intake of 411 students, UTAR now has more than 18,000 students spread over four campuses in Petaling Jaya, Setapak, Bandar Sungai Long and Kampar, Perak. In this vibrant University community, there is close interaction and free exchange of knowledge and ideas between students and staff of different races, nationalities and background. The increasing student enrolment indicates the trust and confidence UTAR has built among the youth, parents, community, employers as well as the government.

UTAR is dedicated to ensuring a holistic university campus experience that builds the portfolio of an all-round graduate. We pride ourselves in providing students with quality higher education and equipping them with a broad range of knowledge, technical competency, soft-skills and industry-relevant skills. Our goal is to nurture graduates who are able to contribute to the society, industry and nation as competent professionals of high integrity.

The importance and relevance of our holistic education approach is supported by the good track record of our 16,480 graduates. To meet the challenges of globalization and emergence of innovation-driven and knowledge-based economy, UTAR students and graduates are encouraged to embrace lifelong learning to sustain their employability and adaptability.

On the global front, UTAR ventures into collaborations with universities and institutions worldwide. These strategic alliances have contributed to the development of numerous activities, such as, student and staff overseas exchange programmes, educational tours and visits, international industrial placements, joint seminars and workshops as well as collaboration for research and development. This opens the University community to abundant opportunities for development.


Application for admission
Generally, UTAR has two intakes per year, January and May. You are advised to apply as early as possible after having considered carefully your choices.

Applications can be made online via the University Homepage, http://www.utar.edu.my/.

Alternatively, applications may also be made on the prescribed form available at RM10.00 per set from:

All UTAR campuses
All Kolej Tunku Abdul Rahman (KTAR) campuses

Application Form can also be downloaded from the University Homepage, click here.


To request for the Application Form through mail, please follow these steps:

Enclose a self-addressed envelope (15" X 10") affixed with RM3.50 stamp.
Enclose a Money Order/Postal Order (RM 10.00 for each set of form), made payable to "Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman".
Send the above to:
Department of Admissions and Credit Evaluation
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman
PO Box 11384
50744 Kuala Lumpur


UTAR's Website
http://www.utar.edu.my/