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Student Intake Dates for 2020

Programmes	Reg Date	Commencement Date	Intake Closing Date
Foundation in Science (MBBS, Dentistry & Pharmacy) Foundation in Science (Nursing, Biotechnology, Physiotherapy, Bioinformatics, Dental Technology, Engineering) – (Full Scholarship scheme) Foundation in Business – (Full Scholarship scheme)	08 Apr (Wed) 13 May (Wed) 22 July (Wed)	15 Apr (Wed) 20 May (Wed) 29 July (Wed)	22 Apr (Wed) 27 May (Wed) 05 Aug (Wed)
Dip. Electrical & Electronic Engineering	08 Apr (Wed) 12 Oct (Mon)	15 Apr (Wed) 19 Oct (Mon)	22 Apr (Wed) 26 Oct (Mon)
Dip. in Nursing Dip. in Physiotherapy	08 Apr (Wed) 09 Sept (Wed)	15 Apr (Wed) 16 Sep (Wed)	22 Apr (Wed) 23 Sep (Wed)
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons)	05 Aug (Wed) 12 Oct (Mon)	12 Aug (Wed) 19 Oct (Mon)	19 Aug (Wed) 26 Oct (Mon)
BSc. (Hons) Business & Marketing BSc. (Hons) Finance & Management BSc. (Hons) Management Information Systems BSc. (Hons) Accounting & Finance BSc. Biotechnology BSc. (Hons) Biotechnology B.Eng (Hons) in E &E Engineering	18 Mar (Wed) 05 Aug (Wed) 12 Oct (Mon)	25 Mar (Wed) 12 Aug (Wed) 19 Oct (Mon)	01 Apr (Wed) 19 Aug (Wed) 26 Oct (Mon)
Health Care Assistant Programme	06 Jan (Mon)	13 Jan (Mon)	20 Jan (Mon)
Post Basic in Critical Care Nursing	06 Jan (Mon)	13 Jan (Mon)	20 Jan (Mon)
Bachelor of Pharmacy Bachelor of Dental Surgery Bachelor of Dental Technology	09 Sept (Wed)	16 Sept (Wed)	23 Sept (Wed)
MBBS	09 Sep (Wed)	16 Sept (Wed)	23 Sept (Wed)
Bachelor of Nursing Science (Hons)	09 Sept (Wed)	16 Sept (Wed)	23 Sept (Wed)
Master of Pharmacy (Clinical Pharmacy)	07 Feb (Fri) 14 Aug (Fri)	14 Feb (Fri) 21 Aug (Fri)	21 Feb (Fri) 28 Aug (Fri)
MSc Human Anatomy MSc Medical Physiology	10 Feb (Mon)	17 Feb (Mon)	24 Feb (Mon)
MSc Management MSc Biotechnology MSc Microbiology MSc Biochemistry MSc Pharmacy PhD Biotechnology PhD Microbiology PhD Pharmacy	All year around application

Faculty of Medicine

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Master in Science in Medical Biochemistry
Master in Science in Medical Microbiology
Master in Science in Human Anatomy
Master in Science in Medical Physiology
Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Microbiology

Faculty of Dentistry

Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Bachelor of Dental Technology

Faculty of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)
Master of Pharmacy (Clinical Pharmacy)
Master of Science (Pharmacy)
Master of Science (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
Doctor of Philosophy (Pharmacy)

Faculty of Allied Health Professions

Diploma in Physiotherapy
Diploma in Nursing
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons)
Bachelor of Nursing Science

Faculty of Applied Sciences

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Bioinformatics
Master of Science (Biotechnology)
Doctor of Philosophy (Biotechnology)

Faculty of Engineering and Computer Technology

Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Faculty of Business and Management

Bachelor of Science (Hons) Finance & Management
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Business & Marketing
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Accounting & Finance
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Management Information System
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Internal Auditing & Management
Master of Science in Management
Master of Business Administration

School of General & Foundation Studies

Foundation in Science
Foundation in Business

Full Scholarship

Description	Foundation In Business Foundation In Science (leading to Engineering, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics & Dental Technology)
Minimum Requirement	Foundation in Business – with min 5 C’s (including English) in SPM Foundation in Science (leading to Engineering, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics) – with min 5C’s (including any 2 science subject and mathematics) in SPM
How to Apply	Foundation in Business & Foundation in Science (Leading To Engineering) – Automatically upon Registration. Foundation in Science (leading to Nursing, Physiotherapy, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics & Dental Technology) – Automatically upon Registration. Limited Seats Available

Top Achiever Scholarship

Description	Foundation In Science (leading to Medicine / Pharmacy / Dentistry)
Minimum Requirement	For SPM leaver: 6A’s – 9A’s = 50% 10A’s – 60% 9A+ and above is 100% scholarship For O-Level leaver: 5A’s -7A’s = 50% 8A’s – 60% 8A* and above is 100% scholarship The deduction is from the tuition fee RM 10,800.00
How to Apply	Apply via Scholarship form within the first week after intake. Forms available during intake day at the registration booth as well as the Marketing Division.

Description

Foundation In Science (leading to Medicine / Pharmacy / Dentistry)

Minimum Requirement

For SPM leaver:

6A’s – 9A’s = 50%
10A’s – 60%
9A+ and above is 100% scholarship

For O-Level leaver:

5A’s -7A’s = 50%
8A’s – 60%
8A* and above is 100% scholarship

The deduction is from the tuition fee RM 10,800.00

How to Apply

Apply via Scholarship form within the first week after intake. Forms available during intake day at the registration booth as well as the Marketing Division.

Full Sponsorship

Description	Applicable For Diploma In Nursing Only
Minimum Requirement	Meeting entry requirement and interview
How to Apply	Selected student will be call for the interview for the full sponsorship program.

Rebate

Description	Diploma in Physiotherapy (RM2000.00) Diploma in Nursing (RM 8700.00) Bachelor of Science (Hons) Bioinformatics (RM9560.00) BSc. (Hons) Internal Auditing & Management (RM5000.00)
Minimum Requirement	Meeting entry requirement
How to Apply	Automatically upon Registration

PTPTN Loan

Description	Applicable For All Diploma And Degree Program Only
Minimum Requirement	Students need to apply for the loan via online 2 weeks after the registration with the help of the University’s PTPTN staff.
How to Apply	Online Application after Registration

General

Who are we?

The AIMST University, founded on 15 March 2001, is a private university established by the Maju Institute of Educational Development (MIED), the educational arm of the Malaysian Indian Congress (MIC), a component party of the Barisan Nasional Government in Malaysia. Located in the northern Malaysian state of Kedah Darul Aman, the university is the brainchild of YB Dato’ Seri S. Samy Vellu, President of the MIC.

Where are we located?

Location of AIMST in Kedah – The permanent campus is in Semeling, which is about 20 kilometres from Alor Star, Kedah’s state capital. Sungai Petani is situated at the crossroads between the capital Kuala Lumpur and the legendary islands of Langkawi. Many attractions can be found in and around Sungai Petani. Click Here for location map.

Is AIMST University a private university? Do you confer your own degrees or conduct twinning programmes with some other universities?

AIMST University is a private university established in 2001 and is registered under the Malaysian Private Educational Institutions Act 1996. Being a full fledged university, AIMST University awards its own degrees for all courses. Transfer of credits to certain premier Australian universities for validated courses is also possible, as is the case with La Trobe University for Engineering courses, Griffith University for IT/Comp. Science courses and Queensland University of Technology for Biotechnology.

Are all the courses offered at AIMST University approved by the Malaysian Government?

Yes, all the courses offered at AIMST University are approved by LAN (National Accreditation Board, JPS (Dept. of Private Education in the Ministry of Education).

What is the entrance criterion for students to enter AIMST University programmes?

Selecting students at AIMST University is based purely on merit. Students must fulfill the minimum entry qualifications set by the University for its various programmes: Click Here to view entry requirement.

Accommodation

Does AIMST University provide hostel accommodation for students? If yes, what are the charges?

Yes, AIMST University does provide hostel accommodation for local as well as international students in campus residential areas. The cost is RM500 (Local)/RM600 (International) per month and this is inclusive of food (3 meals a day).

Can the students cook in their hostels?

No. Food will only be served at the AIMST University Cafeteria.

International Student

What is the procedure for an international student to enroll in AIMST University?

The application details are available from the website (please click here to download the application form). The International Student Office will process the application and send the details to the Immigration Department to obtain the Student Pass. (This process will take about 3 weeks, so all applications must be received at least 4 weeks preceding the intake date.)

Application can be emailed to choose@aimst.edu.my or via whatsapp to +60126953060

Can I still proceed to enroll without IELTS?

English is the medium of instruction in AIMSTUniversity; therefore it is a MUST for applicants to
demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:
• MUET / IELTS / TOEFL/ PTE (Academic) or equivalent. (Forthe minimum scores on the English Tests listed, please check the program specifications).
• Successfully completed a prior academic program which was conducted in the English medium
(supported with an official letter from the previous institution confirming on the medium of
instruction).

Can AIMST University provide airport pick-up service for international students?

Yes, upon arrival our university’s representative will be at KLIA/KLIA2 airport to receive you and proceed with your immigration clearance. You may choose to travel from KLIA/KLIA2 airport to our pick up point by any of the following method:
• Connecting flight to Penang airport (1 hr)
• ETS train to Sungai Petani station (4 hrs)
• Bus ride to Sungai Petani station (6 hrs)

Is it possible for international students to work on a part-time basis in Malaysia?

Yes, students are allowed to work during their holidays as per Ministry of Education Guidelines. However, AIMST University can also make arrangements for part-time work within the campus at other times.