The programme intends to provide a space for the development of teaching and learning, emphasizing on the studies of the region including its politics, economy, culture and security.
Using the multi-disciplinary approach of considering issues and application, students in the initial stage are required to take two Departmental core subjects including South East Asian languages. Students in their final year of study are required to take the research paper component.
Duration: 3.5 Years (7 Semesters), Full time (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Philosophy and Current Issues
Basic Entrepreneurship Culture
Introduction to Southeast Asian 1
Package Core Courses: Choose 1 Course - Refer to the attached list
Program Elective Courses: Choose 1 Course - Refer to the attached list
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 1
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations
Malay Language Communication*
English Communication Course / Foreign Language
Co-Curriculum
Community Building, Social Action and Innovation
Introduction to Southeast Asian Region II
Package Core Courses: Choose 1 Course - Refer to the attached list
Program Elective Courses: Choose 1 Course - Refer to the attached list
University Elective Course: Student Attribute Improvement Course 2
Digital Humanities
Theory and Approaches to Development
Politics and Government In Southeast Asia
Economic Development in Southeast Asia
Package Core Courses: Choose 1 Course - Refer to the attached list
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 3 Course - Refer to the attached list
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 3
English Communication Course / Foreign Language II
Maritime Economy in Southeast Asia
Research Methodology
Package Core Courses: Choose 1 Course - Refer to the attached list
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 3 Course - Refer to the attached list
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 4
Ethnicity, Identity and Politics of Minorities in Southeast Asia
Migration and Development in Southeast Asia
Research Project (P1)
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 3 Course - Refer to the attached list
Southeast Asia in a Global Economy
Seminar on Southeast Asia
Research Project (P2)
Program Elective Courses: Choose 1 Course - Refer to the attached list
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 2 Course - Refer to the attached list
Industrial Training
Note:
*Courses for International Students
Students may choose ten (10) Courses from one of the (1) specialization elective/ university minor packages offered. Refer to the list of Student Attribute Enhancement Courses (SHE) provided by CITRA.
Students can choose one (1) of the Core Packages offer.
ELECTIVE COURSE
Choose THREE (3) Only
Development of Small and Medium Industry and Enterprise in Southeast Asia
ASEAN in a Globalised World
Asian Emporium
Maritime World and Globalization in Southeast Asia
Social Movements in Southeast Asia
Marine Resource Management in Southeast Asia
Performing Arts of Southeast Asia
Culture and Society in Southeast Asia
Political Development in Southeast Asia
Social Entrepreneurship in Southeast Asia
Security and Globalisation in Southeast Asia
Political Theory and Ideology in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asian Theatre
Cultural Tourism in Southeast Asia
Political Economy of Southeast Asia
Environment and Development in Southeast Asia
ASEAN and Regionalism
Ocean Governance in Southeast Asia
Maritime Tourism Development in Southeast Asia
Electoral System and Democratisation in Southeast Asia
Field Studies in Southeast Asia
Coastal Management in Southeast Asia
Labour Markets in Southeast Asia
Heritage of Southeast Asia
Filipino Package
Filipino Language IA
Filipino Language IB
Filipino Language IIA
Filipino Language IIB
Burmese Package
Burmese Language IA
Burmese Language IB
Burmese Language IIA
Burmese Language IIB
Thai Package
Thai Language IA
Thai Language IB
Thai Language IIA
Thai Language IIB
Core Course
Introduction to Southeast Asian Region I
Introduction to Southeast Asian Region II
Theory and Approaches to Development
Politics and Government in Southeast Asia
Economic Development in Southeast Asia
Maritime Economy in Southeast Asia
Ethnicity, Identity and Politics of Minorities in Southeast Asia
Migration and Development in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia in a Global Economy
Seminar on Southeast Asia
Research Project
Industrial Training
International Security
Foreign Policy of Malaysia
Foreign Policies of Major Powers
Practice of Diplomacy
Research Project
Industrial Training
Career Prospects
Academic Researcher, Business Development Manager, Cultural Consultant, Cultural Heritage Manager, Development Project Manager, Diplomat or Foreign Service Officer, Environmental Consultant, International Trade Specialist, Language Specialist, Maritime Policy Analyst, Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Specialist, Policy Advisor, Social Entrepreneur, Southeast Asia Regional Analyst, Tourism Development Officer.
Tuition Fee
Local
RM54,800
(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtained a minimum Grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
Stream: Art and Science stream
STAM
Malaysian Citizen
Obtained a minimum grade of Jayyid Jiddan at Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM)
Obtain a minimum grade of Jayyid in TWO (2) subjects at the STAM level
Diploma / Equivalent
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum grade of B- in TWO (2) subjects at the Diploma level
UM SATU Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum grade of B- in TWO (2) subjects
GEC A-Level
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum grade of B in TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in TWO (2) subjects.
AUSMAT
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Obtain a minimum grade of B in TWO (2) subjects
Senior High School Certificate (SHSC)
Pass with a minimum average of 65%
Obtain a minimum of 60%/grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Matriculation / Foundation
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Diploma
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
GEC A-Level
Obtain a recognize GCE A-Level Qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any TWO (2) subjects
AUSMAT
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum grade B in any TWO (2) subjects
Additional Requirements:
Candidates who apply must be physically fit, not suffering from any mental or physical illness and able to follow the program of study designed for this course.
English Language Requirements
Obtain a minimum of Band 3.0 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 3.0 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
However, applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfill the MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
Obtain at least Band 4.5 (Academic) in IELTS;
Obtain a minimum score of 33 in TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)
Obtained a minimum English language Competency in any ONE (1) of the following requirements: