Taylor's University, Malaysia 

About: 

Taylor's University (commonly referred to as Taylor's) is a private university in Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. It was founded in 1969 as a college, was awarded university college status in 2006, and university status in 2010. 

The university is also proud to be one of few Asian universities rated 5 Stars for Online Learning, a heartening acknowledgement of the brand's dedication to making education engaging and effective. 

Taylor's University established its Lakeside Campus in 2010 to accommodate the ever-expanding number of students. On the grounds of the campus itself lies Syopz, a commercial block with restaurants and shops. U Residence, the official accommodation for students, is also located there.

In 2011, Taylor’s received the Special Honour Award from the Institute of Landscape Architects Malaysia in Category 3: Professional Awards in Landscape Design and Planning. The Lakeside Campus was awarded in all three building categories of Interior Design, Architecture and Landscape.

Taylor's is a member of the Taylor's Education Group, which also includes British University Vietnam, Taylor’s College, Garden International School, Nexus International School, Australian International School Malaysia, and Taylor’s International School. 

Highlights: 

Taylor's is a top-performing institution in graduate employability, ranked #16 for Graduate Employment Rate and #101 for Employer Reputation (2022 QS Graduate Employability Rankings), placing it in the top 1% of tertiary institutions worldwide preferred by employers. Its strong ties with industry partners provide students with valuable professional exposure, ensuring that they enter the workforce with relevant skills. 

Taylor’s Curriculum Framework (TCF) is a flexible study framework designed to give students a broader set of graduate capabilities beyond academic knowledge: 

• Discipline-specific knowledge and skills 

• Problem solving, critical & creative thinking skills 

• Communication skills 

• Lifelong learning 

• Personal competencies 

• Social competencies 

• Entrepreneurialism 

• Global perspective 

The TCF consists of a combination of primary major, National and University mandated modules, and flexible studies (minor). 

Location: 

Malaysia is famous for its multicultural society, diverse and tasty culinary scene, as well as tropical nature landscapes. West Malaysia is found on the southern tip of the Malay peninsula, whilst east Malaysia is located on the island of Borneo. Students can explore thriving, modern cities, explore colonial architecture, relax on beautiful beaches and hike through lush green jungles. 

Taylor’s is the #1 private university in South East Asia for 4 years in a row (QS World University Rankings 2024). As a leading university in Malaysia, York students can benefit from a wide array of programmes and study options. Taylor’s offers more than 80 programmes across undergraduate and postgraduate levels that are supported with a diverse curriculum for added exposure. 

Courses / Modules: 

• Most courses and all departments are open to exchange students although some may require prerequisite confirmation. 

• York students can select courses from one degree programme only. Exchange students are not allowed to mix courses from different degree programmes across Taylor's. 

• The online catalogue serves as a general guide to the courses available. However, not all courses may be available in each semester and some may be restricted. 

Credit (Full-time Load per semester): 

Students whould take 5 courses per semester as Taylor's (20 credits). Each course is worth 4 Taylor's credit, which in turn is worth 12 York credits.  

20 Taylor’s credits = 60 York credits 

This has been calculated by the University of York and students should not compare it with the requirements of other universities.  Taking insufficient credits can lead to students failing the year. Any alteration to credits/modules must be discussed with your department prior to making any changes.

Teaching Periods: 

Semester 1: April - August

Semester 2:  September - January 

Each semester is approximately 18 weeks long (including final examination) 

Language: 

• Teaching is in English, except Bahasa Malaysia language courses. 

• You may be required to provide evidence of your English language ability if English is not your first languag

Accommodation: 

On-campus University Residence on single/ twin sharing occupancy, and is not guaranteed as the majority of on-campus accommodation is taken up by home students at the start of academic year (April intake). Most inbound exchange students use off-campus accommodation (not managed by Taylor’s), around 10 minutes walking distance to Taylor’s.  

Off-Campus Private Accommodation on single / twin sharing basis: 

• DK Senza 

• D’LaTour 

Both are popular options for students attending Taylor’s due to the high standard of living and ample amount of space. 

Orientation / Welcome week:  

Compulsory orientation takes place a week before teaching commences. Students will receive a detailed Orientation guide with all required information before arrival. 

Support Services: 

At Taylor's, more than 70 student bodies and clubs are run by students with the support from the University. 

Arrival Pick-up service: Link will be emailed to students nearer to the intake commencement. 

The Centre for Counselling Services (CCS) aims to help and support students resolve personal difficulties and acquire the skills, and knowledge that will enable them to take full advantage of the experience at Taylor’s.

CCS offers a service which is free, confidential, and available to all students to provide students with emotional and psychological support whenever they need it. CCS focuses on Prevention, Intervention and Collaboration.

Visas: 

You may need a visa to study in Malaysia.  If you are a UK National you must refer to the Travel Advice Page for Malaysia and its Entry Requirements guide to check on any visa requirements, and raise any queries directly with the relevant embassy/consulate.   If you are not a UK national you should check equivalent advice for your home country.

 All international students are required to have a valid Student Pass and Visa while studying at Taylor’s. Since February 2013, the Malaysia Ministry of Education has established Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) as the one-stop centre to process the student pass of all international students studying in private institutions in Malaysia. 

Travel insurance:  

If you are approved by the University of York to participate in this program, you will be covered by the University's Travel Insurance Policy. This is a complimentary policy to cover you for the duration of your University of York mobility experience. Please refer to the Insurance website for all travel insurance queries.  You may be required to obtain health insurance valid during your exchange. 

Health insurance: 

It is compulsory for every student entering Malaysia to have medical insurance. All international students must be covered by a locally purchased medical health insurance scheme. 

An international student, through Taylor’s, can opt to either one of the following Medical Insurances offered by: 

• Etiqa Family Takaful Berhad (EFTB)

• Great Eastern Takaful Berhad (GETB)

• The Pacific Insurance Berhad (TPIB)

The insurance package provided meets the minimum coverage requirements set out by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE).

• Website for incoming exchange students

• Information pack for incoming exchange students

• Malaysia travel advice page

• Global Graduates

• Numbeo - cost of living comparison site

• Expatistan - cost of living comparison site

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