Department of Physics is one of Malaysia’s leading physics departments, with a history that goes back over 60 years. We are renowned for our work in photonics, condensed matter physics, plasma physics, astrophysics, nuclear and particle physics with a strong emphasis on both research and teaching.You will be taught by academics who are also active researchers which ensures our courses are kept updated by the latest developments in physics and presents a unique opportunity to be closely involved at the forefront of cutting-edge physics research.
Duration: 4 Years (8 Semester ), Full Time (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Ethical appreciation and civilization
Co-Curriculum
English 1
Thermal Physics
Electronics I
Practical Physics 1
Vibrations and Waves
Mathematical Methods I
Basic Entrepreneurship Culture
Philosophy & Current Issue (Local students) / Malay Language Communication (only for international students)
Co-Curriculum
English 2
Quantum Physics
Mathematical Methods II
Statistics
Electronic Practical or Physics Practical II or Applied Physics Practical
Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at STPM level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics T / Mathematics M."
Entry Requirements for Matriculation / Foundation (Science Stream)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in Physics and Mathematics
Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at Foundation/ Matriculation level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics
Entry Requirements for STAM
Not Offered
Entry Requirements for Diploma / Equivalent (UPU)
Malaysian citizen
Possess a Diploma from a Public University (IPTA) / ILKA / Polytechnic /IPTS or other qualifications recognized by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the Senate of the University Malaya, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00.
Obtain at least a grade of B- in Physics and Mathematics
Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at Diploma level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics
Entry Requirements for UM (SATU)Foundations
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in Physics and Mathematics
Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at UM SATU Foundation level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics
Entry Requirements for GCE A-Level
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain at least a grade of B in Physics and Mathematics/ Further Mathematics
Obtained at least a Grade B in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at GEC A-Level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics T / Mathematics M
Entry Requirements for IB
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) or 6 (SL) in subject Physics and Mathematics
Obtained at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Further Mathematics / Mathematics
Entry Requirements for AUSMAT
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Obtained at least a Grade B in any TWO (2) of the following subjects at the AUSMAT level: Mathematics, Physics
Entry Requirements for STPM (not from the current year)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in Physics
Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at STPM level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics T / Mathematics M
Entry Requirements for Matriculation/Foundation (not from the current year)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in Physics and Mathematics
Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at Matriculation/Foundation level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics
Entry Requirements for Senior High School Certificate
Pass with a minimum average of 65%
Obtain a minimum of 60% / grade B- in Physics and Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of 60% / grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics
Entry Requirements for Matriculations/Foundations
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognized institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in Physics and Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics
Entry Requirements for Diploma
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognized institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in Physics and Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics
Entry Requirements for GCE A-Level
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in Physics and Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics
Entry Requirements for IB
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in Physics and Mathematics
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics
Entry Requirements for AUSMAT
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum of grade B in Physics and Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics
Additional Requirement
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
Applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfil MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
Obtain at least Band 4.5 (Academic) in IELTS; or
Obtain a minimum score of 33 in TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)