About Global Exchange & Mobility (360°GEM)
Internationalization of higher education has made study abroad program an essential part of university learning process. UNITEN, in its effort to internationalize its brand and identity has made the commitment to embark into UNITEN Global Exchange & Mobility (UNITEN 360° GEM).
UNITEN encourages its students to participate in UNITEN 360° GEM as it offers a unique opportunity for students both undergraduates and postgraduates to undergo a process of interaction which will broaden their educational and life experiences. The UNITEN 360° GEM for academic study is open to UNITEN students (outbound) as well as incoming foreign and non-UNITEN local students (inbound).
UNITEN has established partnerships with several foreign institutes or universities to conduct SMP through a formal exchange agreement. This is to ensure cooperation in registering subject, transferring credit, admission procedure, immigration documentation and financial matters has achieved mutual agreement between both parties.
360° GEM Category (Inbound & Outbound)
All programmes are accredited by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and International Professional Bodies.
- Student Exchange (1-2 semesters)
- Study Abroad (1-2 semesters)
- Educational Visit (min. 3 days)
- Research/Industrial Attachment/Internship
- Short Course (IEP/Language/Culture)
The purposes of the program are:
- To provide an affordable opportunity to study in another country or another institution within Malaysia.
- To provide an opportunity for students to experience living abroad and learn about a different country and institution.
- To learn about another culture and gain a broader understanding of their area of study in a different surroundings and global issues.
- To increase networking and make new friends, especially in the context of national and international connections.
- To give experiences of traveling while studying which can be very enriching experience.
- To enhance future job prospects globally.
- To increase foreign language proficiency.
UNITEN 360° GEM INBOUND STUDENTS
Thinking of leaving your country for a short term?
Malaysia was ranked 9th among the top most visited countries in the world. Malaysia has several tropical islands, some of which have been voted as the most beautiful in the world. Malaysia is the best destination for you to explore and experience our amazing and unique multi-cultural and multi-ethnic nation. A country, where you can explore and experience the mountain, forest, cave, sea, beach, island, highlands and the sun.
Grab this opportunity in experiencing Malaysia when you join our UNITEN 360° GEM in Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN), Malaysia. We welcome international students to participate in our UNITEN 360° GEM.
Our programmes are focused on
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Business Management
- Accounting & Finance
- Energy Economics and related areas.
UNITEN 360° GEM OUTBOUND STUDENTS
Have you ever dreamed of studying abroad? Here's your chance! Pay local fees and get to study overseas! Come and join UNITEN 360° GEM.
UNITEN has signed collaboration with more than 20 overseas universities around the world. Hence, don't miss this opportunity to expand your horizon. Students may participate with institution that may or may not has exchange agreements between UNITEN and the partner university. Institutions that are partner universities with UNITEN, students will enjoy some benefits in terms of tuition fees waiver compared to non-partner university.
Students must read the profiles of partner institutions carefully. Some student exchange agreements are restricted to undergraduate or postgraduate courses or to students in specific faculties. The choice of institution will be guided by students study program needs. Some institutional agreements are limited to students from a particular Faculty or School.
Student should identify his/her course outline to determine what subjects he/she needs to complete whilst overseas. To determine suitable subjects at the host university/institution, consult the websites of partner institutions and reference material at the International Office. College must approve students study program.
Besides that, a student must be aware of credits transfer requirements before choosing subjects in the host university/institution. The college of respective colleges ultimately decides on how much credit students will receive for each subject they take overseas; based on colleges review of the course content and assessment.
UNITEN 360° GEM Student's Guidelines
This section provides you with comprehensive information about global exchange and mobility in UNITEN for both internal and external users.
> UNITEN 360° GEM POLICY
The UNITEN 360° GEM policy provides you with information on eligibility, criteria for application, selection, application process and terms and condition of UNITEN 360° GEM.
> UNITEN 360° GEM PROCESS
The UNITEN 360° GEM process provides the flow chart/ process flow of UNITEN 360° GEM for both inbound and outbound programmes. The flow chart also indicates responsibilities of respective departments/colleges/centers in facilitating the UNITEN 360° GEM students.
> Application Dates for Inbound Students
All application must reach UNITEN five months before the registration day or commencement of new semester.
The application form may be submitted to International Office via [email protected] or through the international office of home university.
> College Review Form
College Review Form is found in the last page of the UNITEN 360° GEM Application Form, both for Inbound and Outbound students. It is used internally by college to review the application of inbound and outbound students participating in UNITEN 360° GEM.
> Note
The application form must be completed before submitting to our Liaison Officer, for ease of college's consideration and student visa application, where applicable.
Partner Universities & Institutions
Click here for list of active partners universities/institutions.
Important Date: 360° GEM (Inbound)
| Semester | Nomination of Subject & Supervisor | Application Date | Application of New Visa (Mobility) | Registration Date | Classes |
| Semester 1 | 1st week of May | 2nd Week – End of May | 1st week of June | September | September – January |
| Semester 2 | 1st week of August | 2nd Week – End of August | 1st week of September | January | January - May |
| Semester 3 | 1st week of January | 2nd Week – End of January | 1st week of February | May | May - September |
Updated - September 2024