No, there is no age limit as long as you meet all the admission requirements.

No, the Open and Distance Learning status is only indicated on your transcript.

Every new student will receive a student handbook, which serves as an essential guide for the programme.

No, travelling to the UMK campus is not necessary. You can complete our distance learning programme from anywhere in the world.

The convocation ceremony will be held at UMK Bachok, Malaysia

Yes, our ODL programmes are designed to accommodate working professionals. You can study at your own pace and manage your learning schedule around your work commitments.

You will need a computer or laptop with a camera, microphone, and speaker, along with a strong internet connection (at least 1 Mbps download and 0.5 Mbps upload speeds) and an up-to-date web browser

For ODL students, all classes are conducted virtually. Attendance is taken for synchronous classes, but recorded sessions are available if you miss a class. However, some programmes requiring practical or hands-on activities may require physical attendance.

LMS stands for Learning Management System. It is the central platform for all your learning activities. The official online learning platform for UMK ODL is https://odlsystem.umk.edu.my.

Courses are delivered through a combination of synchronous meetings and asynchronous activities on the LMS. Lecturers also conduct live online lectures for real-time communication

At the beginning of each semester, you will receive your lecturer’s contact details, which can also be found in the LMS.

All learning materials, lectures, and examination results are accessible through the Open Distance Learning Management System (ODL LMS) at https://odlsystem.umk.my/.

All assignments must be submitted through the LMS. Your lecturer will guide you through the submission process.

You can monitor your academic progress, including completed assignments and grades, through the ODL LMS.

Tuition fees vary depending on the programme. Detailed information about tuition fees can be found on our website at odl.umk.my/program/.

No, fees vary by programme. Information on tuition fees and payment methods can be found on the UMK ODL website at odl.umk.my/program/.

ODL students have access to various support services, including administrative assistance, library services, learning portals, financial aid, IT support, counseling, and a general helpdesk.

For general inquiries, visit odl.umk.my/contact-us/.

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) involves recognizing, documenting, and assessing prior learning from experience to gain admission to a degree program or receive exemptions. It allows individuals to access undergraduate or postgraduate programs (APEL.A) or shorten their study duration (APEL.C).

APEL.A allows individuals with work experience but without formal academic qualifications to pursue higher education.

• Master's Degree level: Applicants must be at least 30 years old with relevant work experience and qualifications such as STPM/Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's Degree level: Applicants must be at least 21 years old with relevant work experience.

The APEL.A assessment can take 2 to 4 months. It is recommended to apply for APEL.A certification at least 6 months before the intended program start date.

Yes, the APEL.A certificate is valid for five years from the date of issue. Certificates issued before January 1, 2023, are valid until December 31, 2027.

APEL.C refers to the award of credits for prior experiential learning towards a course in an accredited program.

The maximum limit is 30% of the minimum graduation credits for a program, in addition to the formal credit transfer policy limit.

For more details, visit the MQA APEL website at https://www2.mqa.gov.my/apel/.