# Student Exchange Programme

**Source**: https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Mobility%20Files/Outbound-Student-Exchange.aspx
**Parent**: https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Mobility.aspx

## Outbound

- [Student Exchange Programme](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Mobility%20Files/Outbound-Student-Exchange.aspx)
- [Research Attachment Programme](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Mobility%20Files/Outbound-Research-Attachment.aspx)
- [Summer Programme](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Mobility%20Files/Outbound-Summer-Programme.aspx)

## Mobility

- [Home](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Mobility.aspx)
- [Inbound](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Mobility%20Files/Inbound-Student-Exchange.aspx)
- [Outbound](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Mobility%20Files/Outbound-Student-Exchange.aspx)
- [Programmes Available](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Mobility%20Files/Programmes-Available.aspx)

# Student Exchange Programme

## Programme Details

> Open for all undergraduate student to become as an exchange student with minimum of one to two semesters (maximum of 12 months) with our partner universities/institutions around the globe.
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> Student is entitled for credit transfer for equivalent courses provided that the student obtained the minimum score of 'Grade C' and above at Host University/Institution. ​
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> Eligible students entitled to get financial assistance from Yayasan UTP (YUTP). Terms and conditions from YUTP will be apply.*\*
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> All participants completing the designated programme content will be awarded a certificate and transcript upon completion of the programme from Host University*.*
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> **SEP Additional Info / FAQs: [REFER HERE](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UPADJaOPJczEqPBCOQZedVJnBzR-2FEU/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=109401538647760569062&rtpof=true&sd=true)**[​](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ExGkzleF7WihuNeXqAa5hnrmWQBhdw19?usp=sharing)
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## Programme Period

> Student may apply for minimum of 1-2 semester (maximum of 12 months) for exchange programme.
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> Application will be open twice every year; either January or September Semester only. 

| **SEMESTER** | **APPLICATION DEADLINE** |
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| January | May of previous year |
| ​September | ​January (same year) |

## Programme Eligibility

> 1. Open for all full time undergraduate (not applicable for RAP) or postgraduate student. 
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>     Open for undergraduate student starting from 2nd year until before going internship.
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> 2. Minimum CGPA of 2.75 or 3.00 for student who want to apply for YUTP Financial Assistance.
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> 3. Minimum CGPA of 3.50 for PETRONAS Scholar.
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> 4. Fulfil English requirements:
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> - Minimum IELTS score of 5.0 / CEFR B1 OR - a minimum TOEFL PBT (410– 413) / IBT (34) OR
> - Minimum Cambridge English: Advance (CAE) (160) / CEFR B2 / CPE (180) OR
> - Minimum of Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) (180) / CEFR C1 OR
> - Minimum Pearson Test of English (PTE) score 36 OR
> - Minimum MUET (Malaysian University English Test) Band 3
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> 5. No financial outstanding, satisfactory financial ability for the whole duration of the programme.
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> 6. Not undergoing Student Industrial Internship Programme (SIIP) during programme duration.
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> 7. Excellent in Co-Curricular and have good disciplinary record.
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> 8. Student may seek other sources of sponsors beyond YUTP.
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> 9. Pass UTP Selection Interview session.
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> 10. Nominated by UTP.

## Application Process

> 1. Apply through online application. Complete your online application here: [bit.ly/SEP-Outbound](http://bit.ly/SEP-Outbound)
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> 2. Submit required documents:
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> - Passport-size photo with white background (in JPEG format)
> - Scanned Copy of Approved Learning Agreement (In PDF format)
> - Updated Curriculum Vitae with maximum 2 pages only (In PDF format)
> - Latest academic transcript (In PDF format)
> - Proof of parent/guardian financial ability – for YUTP Financial Assistance applicants only
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> 3. Shortlisted students will be called for interview.
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> 4. Waiting for announcement of Interview Result. Successful candidates name will be submitted for approval to UTP management. Upon approval, the names will be submitted to International Office of Host University.
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> 5. Upon approval by management, Host University will issue an Acceptance Letter/Package. Host University coordinator will contact student with further instructions.
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> 6. Students may begin with pre-arrangement upon getting the Acceptance Letter, student are required to attend pre-departure briefing and submit required documents to Student Mobility Office:
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> - Host University admission letter
> - A copy of Visa/passport
> - Return flight ticket
> - A copy of health insurance
> - A copy of travel insurance
> - UTP Letter of Indemnity and Undertaking
> - YUTP Letter of Undertaking - for YUTP Financial Assistance Scheme applicants only
> - Pre-SEP Survey
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> 7. Programme Execution - Student undergo outbound student exchange programme.
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> 8. Post programme - To apply for credit transfer, student need to submit:
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> - Academic transcript from Host University / Institution
> - Approved Post-SEP Learning Agreement
> - Post-SEP Survey
> - SEP Report
> - Photos/videos of your exchange journey

## Programme Fee

> May varies based on the location and Host Institutions Admission Fees.
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> The tuition fees to Host Institution is waived however; student needs to pay for the tuition fee at UTP for all registered courses during the exchange programme period. 
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## Coordinator for Student Exchange Programme

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> | **Anies Farahin Abdul Rahman** | ​**Mohammad Muzaffar Mohd Mustaffa** |
> | ​**Call:** (+60)5 368 8618 | ​**Call:** (+60)5 368 8473 |
> | **​****Email:**[anies.rahman@utp.edu.my](mailto:nsyairah.msabri@utp.edu.my) | ​**Email:** [muzaffar\_mustaffa@utp.edu.my](mailto:muzaffar_mustaffa@utp.edu.my) |
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> *SEP Additional Info / FAQs: [REFER HERE](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UPADJaOPJczEqPBCOQZedVJnBzR-2FEU/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=109401538647760569062&rtpof=true&sd=true)*
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> **Last updated​: November 2025**​