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GLOBAL SOUTH CULTURE IMMERSION @ UM

ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME

The English Language and Cultural Immersion Module aims to enhance participants' practical English communication skills while fostering intercultural understanding in a global context. Through interactive learning, discussions, presentations, and engangement with local students, participants will develop confidence in using English in academic, social and professional settings. The module also introduces cultural perspective within Malaysia and globally, while providing exposure to English terminology and communication commonly used in healthcare contexts, offering participants a broader understanding of language use across disciplines.


PROGRAMME FEES

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

The program fee is USD1,350 (Early Bird) upon acceptance which includes:

  • Tuition
  • Accommodation
  • 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, 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 20 students is required for the programme to commence.


PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

PROGRAMME SCHEDULE 


DaySundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
TIME / DATE19-Jul-2620-Jul-2621-Jul-2622-Jul-2623-Jul-2624-Jul-2625-Jul-26
09.00-10.00
Arrival & Accommodation Check In
3PM
Breakfast
10:00-11.00
Opening Ceremony @ UM
Learning English using AI-assisted translation
Biodiversity @ UM
The How-tos of Speaking and Listening

1.Tongue twisters
2.Reading out loud
3.Active Listening Exercise in pairs
Introduction to Healthcare in Malaysia
Cultural & Educational Excursions 
@ KL

(9am - 7pm)
11.00-12.00
12.00-13.00Ice Breaking
Lunch @ UM & Friday Prayer Break
13.00-14.00Lunch @ UMLunch @ UMLunch @ UMLunch @ UM
14.00-15:00
Cultural Activities
Batik Painting

Campus Tour
Learning English using AI-assisted translation
Biodiversity @ UM
Cultural Activities
Malaysian Traditional Games
Henna
Pt. 2 The How-tos of Speaking and Listening

1.Mini Show and Tell
2.How to apply confidence during speaking
3.Being attentive
15.00-16:00
16.00-17.00
17:00-18:00End of the Day
DaySundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
TIME / DATE26-Jul-2627-Jul-2628-Jul-2629-Jul-2630-Jul-2631-Jul-261-Aug-26
09.00-10.00Breakfast

10:00-11.00
Free & Easy
Basic English for Academic and Professional Use 

1.Listening
2.Speaking

The How-tos of Presentation 

1.Selecting a topic of interest 
2.Structuring your presentation
3.Core structure of a presentation
Preparation of the Presentation 
and Putting It All Together!

Final Presentation
Accommodation Check Out & Departure
12PM
11.00-12.00
12.00-13.00
13.00-14.00Lunch @ UMLunch @ UMLunch @ UM
14.00-15:00
Introduction to Healthcare in Malaysia
Preparation for Presentation & Speaking Practise

1. Improving fluency
2. Pronunciation
3.Structuring responses
Closing Ceremony @ UM
15.00-16.00
16.00-17.00
17.00-18.00End of the DayKayakEnd of the Day

HOW TO APPLY

Kindly fill in this Google Form by 30 April 2026: https://forms.gle/Yk1dDtuKfgU9sPAk9


CONTACT US

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





Last Update: 17/04/2026