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GLOBAL SOUTH CULTURE IMMERSION @ UM

ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME

The programme aims to foster participants’ understanding of sustainable development and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through experiential learning, cultural immersion, and community-based activities. Through visits to sustainability initiatives, biodiversity research centres, wetlands, and places of cultural and religious significance, participants will explore topics such as responsible consumption, water conservation, biodiversity, and quality education. The programme also provides opportunities to experience Malaysian culture and traditions during Ramadan through activities such as learning about Ramadan in Malaysia, Malay language sessions, Islamic art and calligraphy, and the Ramadan bazaar and cultural food experience. By combining academic exposure, environmental awareness, and intercultural engagement, the programme encourages participants to reflect on sustainability challenges and identify practical actions towards a more sustainable future.


PROGRAMME FEES

Application of USD50 is charged when you apply for this programme. 

The program fee is USD1,000 (UM Partner Universities only, normal rate: USD1,200) upon acceptance which includes:

  • Tuition
  • Accommodation & Breakfast (or Suhoor)
  • Airport transfers (Designated Arrival and Departure Time Slot only)
  • Ground transport 
  • Traditional and cultural activities
  • Experiential learning
  • Field trips
  • Cultural tours
  • Welcome and Farewell Ceremony
  • Program Certificate

Exclusion:
Flight tickets, lunch & dinner, travel and medical insurance, and living costs are to be borne by the students. Proof of purchase is required for travel insurance.


MINIMUM PARTICIPANTS

A minimum of 15 students is required for the programme to commence.


PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

PROGRAMME SCHEDULE 

DayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySundayMondayTuesday
TIME / DATE15-Feb-2716-Feb-2717-Feb-2718-Feb-2719-Feb-2720-Feb-2721-Feb-2722-Feb-2723-Feb-27
08.00-09.00
Arrival & Accommodation Check In
2PM
Breakfast @ Accommodation
For muslim students, you may proceed with suhoor option
Accommodation Check Out & Departure
10AM
09.00-10.00
Opening Ceremony
Zero Waste Centre
Putrajaya Wetland Visit: Biodiversity Conservation & Water Sustainability
Introduction to Green Mosque Advocacy: Imarah Eco Surau 
Biodiversity @ UM

Glami Lemi Biotechnology Research Centre

2 Days 1 Night
Preparation of the Presentation 
and Putting It All Together!

10:00-11.00
Closing Ceremony
11.00-12.00Campus TourIslamic Art & Calligraphy Workshop
12.00-13.00Break TimeBreak TimeBreak Time
Break Time & Friday Prayer
13.00-14.00
Ramadan 101: Understanding Ramadan in Malaysia
KL City Tour 

Ramadan Bazaar & Cultural Food Experience (1pm - 9pm)
Putrajaya Mosque Visit
Break TimeBreak Time
14.00-15:00
Cultural Activities
Depart to KL
Free and Easy
15.00-16:00Learn Malay Like Local!Depart to KL
16.00-17.00
End of the day
End of the day
17:00-18:00End of the dayFarewell Iftar
(7.00pm - 9.00pm)


HOW TO APPLY

Kindly fill in this Google Form by 20 November 2026: https://forms.gle/U7iNfeYjLjxxyEED9


CONTACT US

If you have any enquiries, kindly email us at studyabroad@um.edu.my





Last Update: 12/10/2026