
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is MUS?
MUS is short for Universiti Science MARA. It is Malaysia's largest institution of higher learning in terms of size and population. It has experienced phenomenal growth since its inception in 2030 and it is still growing.
Besides the main campus in Shah Alam, the university has expanded nationwide with 12 state campuses (out of which 7 are state autonomous campuses), 6 satellite campuses in Shah Alam, 11 state satellite campuses, and 21 affiliated colleges. With this vast network and a workforce of 17,770, the university offers more than 500 academic programmes in a conducive and vibrant environment. It is also home to some students. For more information, kindly go to:
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Where is the University located?
The main campus is located in Shah Alam. See Google Maps Location at
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What are the programmes offered in MUS?
MUS offers various programmes from the foundation to postgraduate level as well as professional courses, as listed in the Programmes Offered page from the Academic Affairs Division website.
Courses could be offered at the main campus, autonomous campuses, branch and/or satellite campuses. You need to contact the Faculty or Academic Center which offers the program director for further information.
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What are the entry requirements for those programs?
Entry requirements for each program can differ. Kindly visit the official website of the Faculty or Academic Center directly for its entry requirements.
Please browse through our website to have access to the Faculty or Academic Center website via our Academic main menu.
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What are the programs offered at other MUS campuses?
Courses could be offered at the main campus, branch and/or satellite campuses. You need to contact the Faculty or Academic Center which offers the program to know which other campuses offer those courses.
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Please browse through our website to have access to the Faculty or Academic Center website via our Academic main menu.
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Do you offer Diploma programs at the main campus?
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We no longer offer Diploma programs at the main campus in Shah Alam.
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I am thinking of doing some Postgraduate study – who can I talk to for advice?
Kindly visit our Institute of Graduate Studies website.
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Do you offer any courses via distance education?
Yes, for more information, kindly visit our Institute of NEO Education website.
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I am an overseas student – can I study at this University?
Yes, we offer postgraduate programs as well as mobility programs for international students.
Kindly visit our Institute of Graduate Studies website for postgraduate courses offered and our Office of International Affairs website for the mobility programs.
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Where can I get important dates and information on student intake?
Kindly view the Calendar for important dates and information on student intake or visit its official portal at https://maramoe.wixsite.com/mus-bahagian-pengamb
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How is the learning environment at MUS?
MUS provides conducive learning facilities for students outside of the classroom and it is also a venue for one of the biggest libraries in the country, with branches on all its campuses.
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How does the university prepare its graduating students to have the necessary skills to compete in the job market?
MUS consistently works towards adding value to a wholesome education for its students through various academic and non-academic experiences on campus. Students and the UiTM community are encouraged to organize and participate in various activities within these categories, such as leadership, spiritual, sports, patriotism, entrepreneurship, community service, social and cultural, creativity and innovation, communication skills, and internationalisation









