Xiamen University (XMU)

About Xiamen University (XMU)

Xiamen University (XMU) is an international university with its main campus founded in 1921 in China. In 2014, the university began constructing its first overseas campus in Selangor, Malaysia, marking a new horizon for cooperation and exchange in higher education between China and Malaysia. XMU has since become one of the top universities in Malaysia, enriching the higher education landscape by producing individuals with international competitiveness.

Xiamen University offers foundational programs in science and media, as well as a range of undergraduate programs, including journalism, Chinese studies, accounting, and information technology. It also offers some modern engineering specializations and graduate programs.

The university aims to become a distinguished global university in all teaching and scientific research fields, bearing the motto “Excellence and the Pursuit of Perfection.” It strives to graduate outstanding individuals capable of contributing to the modern advancement of Malaysia, China, and Southeast Asia.

University Name in English: Xiamen University

Official Abbreviation: XMU

University Type: International

Established: 2014

Study Benefits at Xiamen University

• Internationally recognized degree
• Cultural diversity with thousands of international students
• Registration is available for three academic semesters per year for all programs
• English is the language of instruction, except for Chinese studies taught in Mandarin
• About 30% of faculty members are from Xiamen University in China, with most holding doctoral degrees
• Emphasis on scientific research, with students and faculty members publishing over 110 research papers in major international journals such as Nature Cell and Science
• Extensive cooperative relationships with over 240 higher education institutions domestically and internationally, providing students opportunities for training or further study in China or other countries
• University library with millions of books and journals
• Mission to nurture young talents and develop students’ minds to contribute to the scientific, cultural, and social progress of Malaysia, China, and Southeast Asia
• Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including multimedia lecture halls, seminar rooms, educational program rooms, laboratories, multi-purpose student activity centers, and recreational facilities such as an Olympic-sized swimming pool and sports gymnasium
• Provides top-quality student accommodation within the campus, facilitating participation in various cultural, recreational, and social activities through different programs
• Numerous student clubs in recreational, sports, and cultural fields available to all students

Undergraduate Programs