IIUM - International Islamic University Malaysia

الجامعة الإسلامية العالمية ماليزيا - IIUM
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Overview

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) — also known as Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia (UIAM) — is one of Malaysia’s most prestigious public universities.
Established in 1983, IIUM is internationally recognized for combining world-class academic standards with Islamic values, ethics, and multicultural education.
The university attracts students from more than 100 countries, making it one of the most diverse and globally connected institutions in Asia.

IIUM excels in medicine, engineering, law, Islamic studies, education, economics, finance, architecture, and social sciences, producing graduates who are academically strong, ethical, and industry-ready.


🌍 Location & Campuses

1. Gombak Campus (Main Campus – Kuala Lumpur)

  • One of the most beautiful campuses in Malaysia
  • Large Islamic-inspired architectural design
  • Home to major faculties: Engineering, Laws, Economics, ICT, IRK, Social Sciences
  • Modern laboratories, libraries, and research centers
  • Student housing, sports complex, and cultural centers
  • Strong international student community
  • Peaceful, fully integrated, and culturally diverse environment

2. Kuantan Campus (Pahang)

Focuses on:

  • Medicine
  • Pharmacy
  • Allied Health Sciences
  • Nursing
  • Dentistry
  • Science

Features advanced medical labs, hospitals collaboration, and clinical training facilities.

3. Kuala Lumpur Campus (Kuala Lumpur City Centre)

Faculty of Architecture & Environmental Design
Kulliyyah of Languages & Management
Professional and postgraduate programs

4. Pagoh & Gambang Campuses

Additional faculties and research centers.


⭐ Reputation & Academic Excellence

  • Consistently ranked among Top Universities in Malaysia and the Muslim world
  • Strong academic reputation in:
    • Shariah & Islamic Studies
    • Law (one of the best in Asia)
    • Engineering
    • Medicine & Health Sciences
    • Economics & Islamic Banking
    • ICT & Computer Science
  • Globally recognized for its integration of Islamic values and modern knowledge
  • Active research output in education, technology, law, economics, and religious studies
  • Partnered with universities worldwide including the Middle East, UK, Japan, and Europe

IIUM graduates are highly respected for their ethics, professionalism, and academic excellence.


🎓 Faculties & Academic Programs

Engineering

  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical & Computer Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mechatronics

Information & Communication Technology

  • Computer Science
  • Software Engineering
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Science
  • Artificial Intelligence

Medicine & Health Sciences

  • Medicine (MBBS)
  • Dentistry
  • Pharmacy
  • Biomedical Science
  • Nursing
  • Radiography
  • Nutrition

Law (Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws)

  • Civil Law
  • Shariah Law
  • Comparative Law
  • Master & PhD in Law

Economics & Management Sciences

  • Economics
  • Islamic Banking & Finance
  • Business Administration
  • Accounting
  • Marketing
  • Management

Islamic Revealed Knowledge (IRK)

  • Fiqh & Usul
  • Quran & Sunnah
  • Islamic Thought
  • Comparative Religion

Architecture & Environmental Design

  • Architecture
  • Urban Planning
  • Landscape Architecture
  • Quantity Surveying

Education

  • Teaching & Learning
  • Educational Technology
  • Psychology

Postgraduate Studies

  • MBA
  • LLM
  • MSc & PhD across engineering, ICT, law, education, Islamic studies, economics, and more

💡 Key Strengths

  • One of the top public universities in Malaysia
  • Strong global reputation in Islamic studies, law, engineering, and medicine
  • Very diverse international student population
  • Beautiful Islamic architecture and excellent campus facilities
  • Emphasis on ethics, professionalism, and character building
  • Affordable tuition fees for a high-ranking public university
  • Excellent student support, hostels, and multicultural environment
  • Strong career prospects locally and internationally

🎯 Why We Recommend IIUM to UniGate Students

  • Perfect for students seeking a high-quality public university with global recognition
  • Ideal for studies in engineering, IT, medicine, dentistry, Islamic banking, and law
  • Excellent for students wanting a safe, multicultural, Islamic environment
  • Affordable tuition compared to private universities
  • Modern campus, strong support services, and rich student life
  • Highly valued degrees in the Middle East, GCC, Africa, and Southeast Asia


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