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CONTENTS
Page No.
Welcome
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Message from the Chief Executive
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Vision, Mission & Objectives
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Location
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Interim Campus
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Permanent Campus
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Upon Arrival
Transportation from the Airport
Registration
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International Students Office, a One-Stop Centre
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Academic Registration
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Personal Matters
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Health
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Passport & Visas
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Insurance
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Banking
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Cost of Living
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Currency Exchange
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Student Safety (Security)
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Academic Facilities
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Library
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Accommodation
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Information Technology Services
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Transportation
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Around the Campus
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Around KL
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Living in Malaysia
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About KL
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Weather/Climate
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Phone/Internet
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Food/Dining
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Shopping
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Public Holidays
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Culture
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Entertainment & Social Activities
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Rules & Regulations
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Important Contacts
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WELCOME
P
erdana University warmly welcomes all international students to Malaysia.
Backed by the world-renowned Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
and Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, you are in for an education of the
highest excellence as we strive to shape you into future leaders and pioneers in the
medical field.
We understand that moving to a new environment to undertake an intensive study can
be a thrill but at the same time quite overwhelming. There might be a lot of things that
are new and unknown to you and this can get a little stressful. Thus, we at Perdana will
endeavor to make your transition as seamless and easy as possible.
This handbook is a starting point for you to familiarize yourself with the university
system and the ways of living in Malaysia. We, to our best ability, have included all
information we thought that might help you settle in and start your study. However, the
details in this handbook are not by any means extensive, and hence we open our doors
to any enquiries that you might have. Drop by our office, call us, or write us an email
and we will try to help however we can.
We wish you all the best and welcome to an exciting and life-defining chapter of your
life!
International Students Office
Perdana University
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE
I would like to take this opportunity to welcome all new international students to
Perdana University. We are delighted that you have chosen Perdana University
as your institution to pursue your studies. Perdana University aims to foster future
leaders in clinical care, research, education and health policy who are dedicated to
excellence, integrity and service.
In collaboration with Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Royal
College of Surgeons in Ireland, we are committed to maintain the high standards
of these institutions while creating our own distinct niche of excellence to ensure a concentration of the
most outstanding students and faculty. Our approach is designed for outstanding students, like yourself
who are fully prepared to commit to lives of leadership in medical research, education and/or healthcare.
With our world-class faculty, you can expect education of the highest excellence and be prepared to be in
the presence of brains and leaders in the medical education and research spectrum.
Whilst we have taken all the necessary steps to ensure that our interim campus will satisfy all the
requirements to ensure a world-class education within world-class facilities, our purpose-built state-of-theart permanent campus will be completed by 2014. As a student of the inaugural class, there will be
opportunities to build close relationships with the faculty mentors and your colleagues. Being a pioneer in
the first ever class of Perdana University also means that you are a part of history as we transform the
landscape of medical education, research and healthcare in the country, and also the region.
Malaysia is a vibrant country rich in culture. We enjoy a fusion of many traditions and heritages which you
can absorb during your stay here to widen your horizon. Our close vicinity to Kuala Lumpur also allows
you to enjoy a cosmopolitan city life whenever you need to take a break from your studies. The
combination of a rich cultural heritage, great food, natural beauty, 1
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world infrastructure and safe
environment will ensure that your time in Malaysia will be a secure and rewarding one.
I look forward to seeing you at Perdana University and please do not hesitate to contact me or
appropriate members of my staff if you wish to talk about any aspect of life at the university.
Maj Gen Dato’ Pahlawan Dr. R. Mohanadas (Rtd)
PSAT, DPTS, PAT, KMN, AMP, BCK, PNBB (Somalia), MBBS (Madras), MHP (NSW), FFOM (I), DIH
(Eng), DIHSA (Lond), DTM&H (B’kok), AM (Mal)
Chief Executive, Perdana University
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VISION, MISSION & OBJECTIVES
Vision
Perdana University aims to be one of the premier universities in the world contributing to
the global community through the pursuit of excellence in education, research and
service.
Mission
To train professionals to acquire and create knowledge, think critically, and to achieve
their full intellectual potential so as to be able to serve humanity in accordance with the
highest professional and ethical standards.
Objective
To actualize education, research and service by redefining professional standards.
We support our mission and the fulfillment of this vision by embarking on an education
model that will provide a new paradigm of excellent, positive learning environment as
well as holistic education platform for the students. It will also entail developing
dedicated manpower and meeting the expectations of various stakeholders by fulfilling
the following objectives:
Developing home grown medical programs that are recognized nationally and
internationally for their excellence
Provide high quality contemporary education
Provide adequate educational resources for the development of students, academia,
hospital and research center to fulfill the needs of the nation for a knowledge-based
society
Adopt uniform guidelines for monitoring quality in the delivery of curriculum
Conform to the standards established by regulatory authorities and partner
universities
Cultivate highly qualified and motivated human capital
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LOCATION
INTERIM CAMPUS
The interim campus is located at the convention buildings at the Malaysia Agro
Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) which have been renovated into classrooms,
teaching labs, discussion rooms, offices & lecture halls.
Situated in Serdang, in the state of Selangor, the interim campus is located five
minutes from Malaysia’s administration city Putrajaya and 25 minutes from downtown
Kuala Lumpur (KL).
PU Interim
Campus
Hospital Serdang
Map of the interim campus site at MAEPS (www.googlemaps.com)
PERMANENT CAMPUS
The Perdana University permanent campus that is being built sits on a 130-acre site
abutting the MAEPS and will be completed by the end of 2013.
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The permanent campus will contain:
A contemporary and high-tech medical education building with lecture halls,
group discussion rooms, teaching labs, case-study rooms, a learning studio,
academic computing center, medical library, anatomy labs and reading rooms, as
well as a cutting-edge Simulation Center
A sophisticated teaching hospital providing primary, secondary, and tertiary care
to residents of Malaysia and visitors from abroad
Ambulatory care facilities providing primary and specialty services.
A full range of facilities for diagnostic and ancillary services.
Residence hall for students.
Hotel and service apartments for visitors.
A life sciences research center.
Artist Impression of the Planned Perdana University Campus
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UPON ARRIVAL
TRANSPORTATION FROM THE AIRPORT
There are several modes of transportation from the airport. Most of the transportation
modes are headed to KL, where you can opt to stay before heading to campus. Or you
can also take them straight to the campus.
By coach
For direct airport coach services to KL, please proceed to Level 2, KLIA. Take
note of the different routes and enquire at the ticket counter.
http://airportcoach.com.my
http://www.starwira.com/
By taxi
You should purchase taxi coupons at designated counters outside the arrival hall.
http://www.airportlimo.my/
http://www.klia-taxi.com/
By ERL Train
For direct ERL train services please go to Level 2, KLIA. This is probably the
fastest way to get to KL, with the Express train taking only 28 minutes.
http://www.kliaekspres.com/
A representative from Perdana University will receive you at the airport upon your
first arrival to help you get on your way.
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REGISTRATION
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS OFFICE, A ONE-STOP-CENTER
Upon arrival at the campus, please report to the International Students Office at
Perdana University for:
Accommodation
If you have made arrangements to live in the university accommodation,
you can pay your fees and deposits and pick up your keys here.
Briefing with an international student officer to collect your welcome pack and
registration check list
Submitting your passport, visa and medical report
Getting a letter for opening of bank account
ACADEMIC REGISTRATION
Registration takes place at the start of the academic calendar. Please ensure that you
have these items with you on the registration day:
Completed registration form
Original unconditional offer letter
2 passport sized photographs (with your name on the back)
A copy of your passport and visa
Payment for tuition and fees (if paid, proof of payment)
If you are a sponsored student, a guarantee letter from your sponsor
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PERSONAL MATTERS
HEALTH
There are two public hospitals near the campus:
Hospital Serdang
Hospital Putrajaya
Jalan Puchong,
Jalan P9 Presint 7,
43000 Kajang, Selangor.
62250 Putrajaya.
Tel: 03-8947 5555
Tel: 03-83124200
PASSPORT & VISA
Most of you have entered Malaysia for the sole purpose of education and you will be
granted a student visa/student pass for a year depending on the country which
issues the passport
You are personally responsible for the timely renewal of your student visa/pass
For further enquiries on Student Visa, please contact the International Students
Office (Mr. Nishar Khan Ismail Khan, [email protected])
For general information, please visit:
www.study-malaysia.info/malaysia_student_visa.htm
INSURANCE
As required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education, all international students
are required to have medical insurance coverage throughout the period of study in
Malaysia.
The university will make arrangements for the medical insurance coverage that will
be included in your bill.
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BANKING
Opening a bank account locally allows you to avoid carrying or keeping a large
amount of cash with you.
There are few local banks that you can choose from to open an account for ease of
transactions, some of which offer the use of debit/credit cards and also online
banking for your convenience.
These documents are needed for you to open a bank account:
Letter from the university
Original passport
Minimum deposit (around RM250 to RM300)
Choose a bank carefully to suit your needs. We suggest that you visit the website or
branches to find out what kind of services they offer.
These are some banks that are near the campus:
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Maybank
CIMB
Taman Sri Serdang Branch
Serdang Perdana Branch
Lots 231-3, Jalan 18/23,
Ground Floor & Mezzanine
Taman Sri Serdang,
No 33 Jln SP2/1, Taman Serdang
43300 Seri Kembangan,
Perdana, 43300 Seri Kembangan,
Selangor
Selangor
Tel: 03-8948 9139
Tel: 03 - 8942 8500
Putrajaya Branch
Putrajaya Branch
R13 & R15, Bangunan Annexe,
2M11-A Kompleks Kementerian
Dewan Persidangan,
Kewangan
Kompleks Perbadanan Putrajaya,
No 5 Persiaran Perdana Precint 2
Precint 3, 62675 Putrajaya
62592 Putrajaya
Tel: 03-8888 0366
Tel: 1 300 880 900
www.maybank2u.com.my
www.cimbbank.com.my
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Public Bank
Hong Leong Bank
Seri Kembangan Branch
Seri Kembangan Branch
No. 1, Jalan Perusahaan 2,
29-1, Jalan SP 2/1,
43300 Seri Kembangan,
Taman Serdang Perdana,
Selangor
43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Tel: 03-8939 2000
Tel: 03-89430795
Putrajaya Branch
66, Jalan Diplomatik,
Presint 15, 62050 Putrajaya
Tel: 03-8888 7878
http://ww2.publicbank.com.my
http://www.hlb.com.my
COST OF LIVING
Below is the estimate of the cost of living:
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Accommodation
RM 500 per month
Food
RM 600 per month
Uniforms/laundry
RM 30 per month
Transport
RM 100 per month
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CURRENCY EXCHANGE
Exchange rates for the Malaysian Ringgit against US Dollar (USD) is 1 USD:MYR
≈3.03 (http://www.xe.com/)
Addresses of currency exchange outlets in Serdang and Seri Kembangan:
Seri Kembangan
Putrajaya
Abdul Rashid Enterprise (M) Sdn Bhd
Lot No. F28, Giant Hypermarket Seri
Kembangan, Jalan Putra Permai, Bandar
Putra Permai, 43300 Seri Kembangan
Selangor
Cendral Sdn Bhd
No. 63, Ground Floor, Jalan Diplomatik,
Precinct 15, 62502 Putrajaya
Bintang Duit Sdn Bhd
Lot L1-07A, Level 1, Mines Shopping
Fair, Jalan Dulang, The Mines Resort
City, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
First Million Avenue Sdn Bhd
No. 40-1, Bazar MYDIN, alan Diplomatik,
Precinct 15, 62000 Putrajaya
Cakera Ringgit Sdn Bhd
G108, Ground Floor, The Mines
Shopping Fair, Jalan Dulang, The Mines
Resort City
43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
First Million Avenue Sdn Bhd
Kiosk K28, Ground Floor, Alamanda
Putrajaya Shopping Centre, Jalan
Alamanda, Precinct 1, 62000 Putrajaya
K.N.S Global Resources Sdn Bhd
No. 32, Tingkat Bawah, Jalan Putra
Permai 1B, Taman Equine, 43300 Seri
Kembangan, Selangor
Idaman Putrajaya Sdn Bhd
T/A Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside, No. 2
Jalan P5/5, Presint 5, 62200 Putrajaya
Luxury Star Sdn Bhd
Lot G55D, Ground Floor, AEON Taman
Equine Shopping Centre, No. 2, Jalan
Equine, Taman Equine, 43300 Seri
Kembangan, Selangor
SRN Niaga Sdn Bhd
No 7, Jalan P9B/1, Presint 9, 62250
Putrajaya
For further information on licesenced money changers in Malaysia please visit
(http://www.bnm.gov.my/index.php?ch=203)
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STUDENT SAFETY (SECURITY)
Make sure that your passport, relevant travel documents and identification cards or
documents are securely kept. These documents are important to prove that you
have entered Malaysia legally.
Have sufficient cash in Malaysian Ringgit for small business transactions during your
first two weeks in Malaysia. To be safe, you are advised to carry excess cash in the
form of traveler’s checks.
Make copies of your passport and other travel documents as well as identification
cards or documents. Keep them separate from the original documents. Should you
lose your original documents, these copies can be used to make a police report and
facilitate application for replacement documents.
If you are traveling alone, you should keep your luggage and personal belongings
with you at all times to prevent theft.
Have some padlocks with you so that you can lock your luggage to prevent theft and
pilfering.
Never carry things for anyone. Possession of illegal drugs is a serious criminal
offences in Malaysia,
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ACADEMIC FACILITIES
Perdana University Interim Campus at MAEPS
LIBRARY
The library has a collection of medical and health related books that have been
recommended by academic staff. There are two categories of books in the library.
They include essential text books or reference books which are in high demand and
available for reading in the library only and those available to be loaned by the
students for short durations. Students have online access to medical and health
related journals. Hard copies of some journals are available on racks in the library.
The library has adequate space for students to work on their own as well as in
groups in study carrels.
Student identification card is to be used for borrowing books.
Library hours are 8.30 am to 8.30 pm from Mondays to Fridays and 8.30 am to 1.00
pm on Saturdays. Bags and food and drinks are not allowed to be brought into the
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library. Mobile phones are to be switched off. Student lockers are available in the
library. Students are to ensure that a quiet environment is maintained in the library.
ACCOMODATION
We ensure that there is ample accommodation available for its students.
Accommodation matters will be managed by an accommodation officer at the
International
Students
Office
(Nishar
Khan
Ismail
Khan,
[email protected]).
Students are required to contact this office/personnel to ensure that there is space
available upon their arrival on campus.
We ensure that there is ample accommodation available for students.
Fully-furnished shared apartments at affordable rates with be provided with facilities:
Swimming pools
Gymnasium & Aerobics
Cafeteria
Sports Courts
Steam Room & Sauna
Children’s Playground
Multi–purpose Hall
Changing Rooms
Reading & Meeting Room
Free shuttle service is provided for students to get from the apartments to the
university campus.
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Please contact our accommodation officer to book your space and ensure that it is
available for you upon your arrival.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Perdana University has a state of the art information technology (IT) infrastructure to
support the university.
IT Labs and Learning Studios are equipped with new desktops with Windows7 Pro,
Office 2010 supported by INTEL Core i-3 processor.
Network printing is available for students where they can use their student access
card for printing authentication.
The Medical Labs are equipped with LCD TVs. Students are facilitated with the
Students Portal which is integrated with Moodle as a virtual learning environment
and works as a communication bridge between students and lecturers.
WiFi facilities are available within the university premises with fully integrated data
security system.
The university provides an e-library facility which is the gateway to electronic
resources.
Students are expected to follow rules and regulations stated in the IT facilities
provided.
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TRANSPORTATION
AROUND CAMPUS
There is a shuttle service that picks up students from the hall of residence and drops
off at the campus.
Schedule of the shuttle will be given during registration.
AROUND KUALA LUMPUR
Public Light Railway Transit (LRT), Monorail, KTM Komuter, Bus
To get to the heart of KL from the campus, you will need to get to the Serdang KTM
Komuter station. The KTM Komuter runs every 20 minutes from 6.00 am to 11.00
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pm every day. From the Serdang station, you can take the Komuter to get to KL
Sentral where then you can change to the other rail lines to reach other parts of KL.
To get around KL, the cheapest and safest way is to use the rail system that serves
the city. Three lines that you will be using are the Ampang Line, Kelana Jaya Line
and the Monorail Line which are integrated. However, there is separate ticketing
system for each line, so you have to buy new tickets whenever you want to change
lines. We suggest that you buy the Touch N Go card to bypass this need (more on
that later).
Public buses around KL, although cheap, tend to be quite confusing for first timers.
The RapidKL buses serve most train stations to get to other areas unreachable by
trains. It is advisable that you plan your journey before you hop on the buses.
Go to http://www.myrapid.com.my/home to use the Journey Planner for point-topoint routes and fares and also for the complete rail and bus maps.
This is a convenient card that is universally used by Malaysians to
pay for public transportations, highway tolls, parking fees and
even restaurants. Having this preloaded cash card allows you to
bypass the need to buy tickets every time you ride the bus or
train. Buy the cards at train stations, petrol kiosks and many convenient stores
(watch out for the Touch N Go sign) and reload its cash value at any ATM machines
and the aforementioned places whenever the value is running low. For complete lists
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of the places where Touch N Go can be bought and used, and for other information,
head to http://www.touchngo.com.my/
Go to www.myrapid.com.my for the transit map.
Taxi
Using the taxi is perhaps the most convenient way to move around in KL, although
admittedly, not the most cost-effective. Taxi fares are based on a metered rate and
although it is not prohibitively expensive, heavy traffic might cause the fare to
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skyrocket. Although taxi drivers are by law required to use the meter, some might
attempt to charge you a higher flat rate. So insist on using the meter when you get
into the taxi. Extra charges apply for rides after midnight and booking by the phone.
LIVING IN MALAYSIA
ABOUT KL
Located at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers, Malaysia’s capital city is
the definition of cosmopolitan. KL’s architecture is a montage of century-old brick
buildings, Moorish mosques, Hindu and Chinese temples and a rising skyline that is
a triumph of modern engineering. Among the signature elements of KL’s tremendous
surge of development are the Petronas Towers – the world’s tallest twin buildings.
Kuala Lumpur’s religious mix is richly varied, with Muslim, Tao Buddhist and Hindu
communities often living and practicing side by side. Cultural influences are equally
diverse, reflecting Kuala Lumpur’s history as a point of exchange between
indigenous Malays and traders from the Middle East, China, India and Portugal.
In recent years, Kuala Lumpur has emerged as a destination city for travelers to the
Pacific Rim. Its mélange of ethnic restaurants, assortment of modern hotels and
luxury condominiums, and landscaped parks and gardens cater to a jet setting
business class. The city’s remarkable expansion has also been accompanied by a
population explosion of nearing 50%, to 1.5 million.
A culturally rich urban center with a bustling downtown and contemporary urban
skyline, Kuala Lumpur is a living microcosm of the triumphs and some challenges
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facing the world’s great cities. This exciting proximity of Kuala Lumpur makes
Perdana University a unique learning and living environment for those students and
medical professionals energized by the opportunity to practice medicine in a
dynamic urban environment.
WEATHER/CLIMATE
Having a tropical climate, the weather in Malaysia is described as hot and humid. It
gets quite warm during the day, with temperatures in the early 30°C, and it gets
cooler at night, typically around 26°C.
It is advisable to bring lightweight cotton clothing to weather the climate. No thick or
winter clothing is needed.
The monsoon season normally affects the west coast (where KL and Serdang are)
from November till March. So expect heavy rainfall during this period. However rain
does consistently fall throughout the year. And when it rains, it pours.
PHONE/INTERNET
Being far away from home can be quite overwhelming and getting in touch with
friends and family back home can help alleviate feelings of homesickness and
alienation.
On campus, computer points and wireless connections are available to be used to
connect with people from home using many calling and chatting software (e.g.
Skype, Windows Messenger etc.). This is probably the most cost-effective way to
call home. Computer-to-computer calls and video conferences are invariably free,
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and computer-to-phone calls are relatively very much cheaper than the conventional
phone-to-phone calls.
Having a mobile phone for many, and we’re sure for you, is an absolute necessity
nowadays. Thus, to avoid paying the exorbitant roaming rates charged by your
mobile company from home, it is advisable that you get a prepaid SIM card once you
arrive. This enables you to get in touch with people back home immediately (each
international SMS typically costs RM 0.20) and to call locally. These major mobile
operators are most popular among Malaysians:
Hotlink by Maxis http://www.hotlink.com.my/
Xpax by Celcom http://www.xpax.com.my/
DiGi Prepaid by DiGi http://www.digi.com.my/
FOOD/DINING
Malaysia is a food paradise. Having an infusion of three cultural heritages, the food
choices in Malaysia can excite even the most jaded palate.
The exotic traditional Malaysian cuisines might not become staple foods for you, nor
might they agree with your taste buds, but below are few local delicacies that you
must try, if not just for the sheer gastronomical experience of it:
Nasi lemak – Literally translates to ‘fat rice’, this dish contains steamed white
rice cooked in coconut milk to give it a creamy texture, aromatic scent and that
extra weight to the rice. The rice is typically served with a hot spicy sauce (called
‘sambal’), hard-boiled eggs, cucumber slices, and fried small anchovies. Nasi
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lemak is normally eaten for breakfast (yes, we have rice for breakfast), but
Malaysians eat it at other times too.
Roti canai – Another local go-to food, this cheap dish is a type of flatbread
cooked on an iron skillet with a lot of oil. Soft and fluffy on the inside and flaky
and crispy on the outside, roti canai is typically eaten with hot curry or ‘dhal’, a
milder Indian lentil curry. You can find this dish at the ‘Mamak’ (Indian-Muslim)
restaurants which are ubiquitous in Malaysia.
Teh tarik – This is a strong, sweet and milky tea that is ‘pulled’ from one mug to
another (hence its literal translation which is ‘pulled tea’) to create a frothy texture
and to increase its aroma. Served piping hot, it is made from black tea and
condensed milk, and can be found in any Malaysian restaurants and stalls.
If you are craving for some familiar fast food, head to Alamanda Putrajaya where
there are McDonald’s, Burger King, A&W, KFC, Starbucks, Nando’s and a lot of
other international chain restaurants.
SHOPPING
Alamanda
Located in Putrajaya, this spacious shopping mall is only 10 minutes away from the
campus by car. It houses the supermarkets Carrefour and Cold Storage, GSC
Cinemas, a huge food court and many restaurants, bookstores and over 180 retail
outlets. It also has a bowling center and karaoke for your entertainment needs.
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Mid Valley Megamall
If you are using the KTM Komuter, Mid Valley Megamall is perhaps the most
accessible to you. Just four stations away from the Serdang station, the Komuter
train stops right in front of the mall. This humongous mall and the adjoining The
Gardens mall contain over 500 retail stores, a state-of-the-art bowling center, 18
screen cinema, one-stop IT center, and mega bookstores. You will also find all kinds
of delicacies to satisfy every palate from the two mega food courts and the countless
restaurants littered around the mall.
Suria KLCC
Located at the base of the Petronas Twin Towers, the most distinctive landmark of
the country, this shopping mall houses mostly luxury shops and high end retail
stores, a cinema, two food courts, and many restaurants, some overlooking the
beautifully landscaped KLCC Park. This shopping mall has become a must-see for
every visitor to KL, if not for the shopping experience, for the amazing scenic
background of the twin tower and the park for fantastic photography opportunities. It
is easily accessible via the Kelana Jaya line; change from the Komuter at KL Sentral
and get off at the underground KLCC station.
Low Yat Plaza
For all your computing and electronics needs, head to this local favorite mall for
everything IT. They sell computers, laptops, peripherals, software, mobile phones,
gadgets and other kinds of electronic items imaginable at very cheap prices (the
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difference between the prices here and high street prices can be quite staggering).
To get to Low Yat, take the Monorail (from KL Sentral, if you are changing from
Komuter) and get off at Imbi station.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
Holiday
2011
2012
New Year’s Day
01 Jan (Sat)
01 Jan (Sun)
Chinese New Year
03/04 Feb (Thu/Fri)
23/24 Jan (Mon/Tue)
Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday
15 Feb (Tue)
05 Feb (Sun)
Thaipusam
20 Jan (Thu)
07 Feb (Tue)
Labor Day
01 May (Sun)
01 May (Tue)
Wesak Day
17 May (Tue)
06 May (Sun)
Agong’s (King’s) Birthday
04 Jun (Sat)
02 Jun (Sat)
Nuzul Al-Quran
17 Aug (Wed)
06 Aug (Mon)
Merdeka Day (Independence Day)
31 Aug (Wed)
31 Aug (Fri)
Malaysia Day
16 Sep (Fri)
16 Sep (Sun)
Deepavali
26 Oct (Wed)
11 Nov (Wed)
Hari Raya Haji
06 Nov (Sun)
26 Oct (Fri)
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Awal Muharram
27 Nov (Sun)
15 Nov (Thu)
Sultan of Selangor’s Birthday
11 Dec (Sun)
11 Dec (Tue)
Christmas
25 Dec (Sun)
25 Dec (Tue)
When a holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday becomes a public holiday
RELIGION & CULTURE
Malaysia is a multi-ethnic community. There are three main races, namely Malay,
Chinese and Indian. There are also other ethnic tribes of the indigenous people in
East Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak).
Although the official religion of the country is Islam, everyone is free to practice their
own religious beliefs. There are places of worship everywhere: mosques, churches,
and temples that anyone can frequent. You are expected to adhere to the rules
when entering these places, such as removing your shoes and donning the
appropriate attire.
Malaysians are generally friendly people. If you are in doubt or have any questions
about directions, just stop and ask anyone on the street and more often than not
they will try to help you.
ENTERTAINMENT & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Cinemas
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Cinemas can be typically found in shopping malls, the closest one to campus being
GSC at Alamanda Putrajaya. Two major cinema chains operate throughout major
shopping malls, and their locations, schedules and tickets can be found online:
GSC Cinemas www.gsc.com.my
TGV Cinemas www.tgv.com.my
Supermarkets
For your household needs, the nearest supermarkets to campus are Cold Storage
and Carrefour at Alamanda Putrajaya. There are also convenient stores at Sri
Serdang.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Perdana University has a No Smoking Policy and students are not permitted to
smoke on campus.
Students of Perdana University are not allowed to store or consume alcohol on
campus.
Students are not allowed to use illegal drugs.
Visitors to Perdana University must register with the Security before entering the
campus.
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Please refer to the Perdana University Rules and Regulations Handbook that
requires all students to adhere to all the stipulated rules and regulations.
USEFUL CONTACTS
Perdana University
Hemala Nair
Nishar Khan Ismail Khan
David M. Trabilsy
Emergency
Serdang police station
Putrajaya police station
Serdang fire brigade
Putrajaya fire brigade
Police/ Ambulance
Fire Bridage
From any mobile phone
Airlines
Air asia
Air india
Cathay pacific
China Airlines
Garuda indonesia
Malaysia airlines
Singapore airlines
Qantas
Royal brunei
Thai airways
Embassies
Australia
Bangladesh
Brunei
Canada
China
Egypt
Fiji
France
Germany
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India
Iran
Japan
Jordan
Korea (South)
Myanmar
Pakistan
Philippines
Saudi Arabia
Singapore
South Africa
Thailand
United Kingdom
United States
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