14 Bachelor in Syariah (Islamic Astronomy). 7 semester. 15 Bachelor in Syariah (
Fiqh and Usul). 7 semester. 16 Bachelor in Syariah (Islamic Political Science).
UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA (FIRST DEGREE STUDIES) RULES 2010
UNIVERSITIES AND UNIVERSITY COLLEGES ACT 1971 CONSTITUTION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA 2010 UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA (FIRST DEGREE STUDIES) RULES 2010 ARRANGEMENT OF RULES PART I PRELIMINARY Rule
1. 2.
Name, Commencement and Application Interpretation
PART II ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 3. 4.
Admission into a Programme of Study of the University Admission of Non-Graduating Students
PART III REGISTRATION 5. 6. 7.
Registration as a Student of a Programme of Study Course Registration Change in Programme of Study
PART IV PAYMENTS 8. 9. 10. 11.
Settling Payments Right to Vary Fee Rates and Other Payments Period for Settling Tuition Fees and Other Payments Failure to Settle Tuition and Other Payments
PART V DURATION OF PROGRAMME OF STUDY 12. 13. 14.
Duration of Programme of Study Minimum and Maximum Duration for Programme of Study Suspension of Student From Programme of Study -1-
PART VI STRUCTURE OF PROGRAMME OF STUDY 15. 16. 17.
Programme of Study Structure of Programme of Study Course Components
PART VII ACADEMIC ADVISOR SYSTEM 18. 19.
Function of Academic Advisor Meetings with Academic Advisor
PART VIII EXAMINATIONS 20. 21.
Types of Examination Committee of Examiners
PART IX CONFERMENT OF DEGREE 22.
Conditions of Award
PART X GENERAL 23. 24. 25. 26. 27.
Termination of Student’s Academic Status The Power of the Senate to Make Regulations Exemption of Application Compliance with the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971, the Constitution of the University of Malaya, Statutes, Rules and Regulations Repeal
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UNIVERSITIES AND UNIVERSITY COLLEGES ACT 1971 CONSTITUTION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA 2010 UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA (FIRST DEGREE STUDIES) RULES 2010
In exercise of the powers conferred under subsection 37(1) of the Constitution of the University of Malaya 2010 [P.U. (A) 444/2010], the Board of Directors of the University of Malaya makes the following rules:
PART I PRELIMINARY 1.
2.
Name, Commencement and Application (1)
These Rules may be cited as the University of Malaya (First Degree Studies) Rules 2010 and shall come into force from the 2010/2011 Academic Session.
(2)
These Rules shall apply to all students of Degree programmes of study of the University EXCEPT students pursuing the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree (MBBS) or the Bachelor of Dental Surgery Degree (BDS).
(3)
Notwithstanding the provisions of Rule 1(2), students pursuing a Degree programme of study prior to the 2010/2011 Admission Session are subject to the provisions of these Rules and regulations made thereunder EXCEPT with respect to provisions relating to the duration and structure of programmes of study as provided under the University of Malaya (First Degree Studies) Rules 2006 and regulations made thereunder.
Interpretation In these Rules, unless the context otherwise requires – “Academic Session” means the period of study of a programme, comprising Normal Semesters and Special Semester, the dates for the commencement and the end of which shall be determined by the Vice-Chancellor; “Bursar” means an officer of the University appointed under section 14 of the Constitution of the University of Malaya; -3-
“Calendar Year” means a period of twelve (12) months; “CGPA” means Cumulative Grade Point Average which is determined by dividing the total grade points obtained by the total number of credits taken from the first semester to the current semester; “Committee of Examiners” means the committee established by the Senate on the recommendation of the Faculty for the purpose of considering and assessing the examination results and implementing any other powers conferred upon it according to these Rules or related regulations; “Course” means a unit of education or training conducted over a prescribed period of time; usually one semester, which contributes credits to a programme of study; ”Credit” means the quantitative measure which reflects the volume of learning or learning load to achieve the specific learning outcomes. “Credit counted” means a credit obtained by a student for any course studied in a programme of study where the grade obtained for that particular course is included in the calculation of the GPA and CGPA; “Credit obtained” means a credit obtained by a student for any course studied in a programme of study where the grade obtained for that particular course is not included in the calculation of the GPA and CGPA; “Dean of the Faculty” means the Dean of a Faculty of the University, and includes any Director or Head of an Academy, Centre, School and Institute, appointed under subsections 24(4) and (5) of the Constitution of the University of Malaya; “Degree” means the Bachelor Degree or the First Degree of the University; “Department” means any Department of Study of the Faculty and includes any Division of Study of the Faculty; “Faculty” means any Faculty of the University and includes any School, Centre, Academy and Institute established under subsection 24(1) of the Constitution of the University of Malaya; “Field of Study” means the area of specialisation offered in a programme of study; “GPA” means Grade Point Average which is determined by dividing the total grade points obtained by the total number of credits taken in a semester; “Major” means a course package offered by a Faculty totaling between 50% to 60% from the total credit specified for a programme of study; -4-
“Minor” means a course package offered by a Faculty totaling between 25% to 30% of the total credit specified for a programme of study; “Normal Semester” means Semester I or Semester II as stated in the Semester Schedule; “Professional Programme” means a programme of study that requires accreditation or is accredited by a professional body; “Programme of study” means a group of courses and/or training that is planned and prepared for purposes of fulfilling the requirements for the award of a degree; “Registrar” means an officer of the University appointed under section 14 of the Constitution of the University of Malaya; “Semester” means a period in an academic session and comprises normal semesters and special semester; “Senate” means the Senate of the University established in accordance subsection with section 22 of the Constitution of the University of Malaya; “Special Semester” means the semester held after Semester II with a shorter period compared to a Normal Semester; “Student” means a registered student attending a course offered by the University for a particular degree programme of study and is listed in the student register of the University as provided under sub rule 5(2); “Student Health Clinic” means the student health clinic established under the Regulations of the University of Malaya (Student Health Service Scheme) 2003; “University” means the University of Malaya; “Vice-Chancellor” means the chief executive and academic officer of the University appointed under section 12 of the Constitution of the University of Malaya;
PART II ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 3.
Admission into a Programme of Study of the University (1)
Basic Requirements/Qualifications -5-
(a)
A candidate who is a citizen and who wishes to pursue a Degree programme of study at the University of Malaya must fulfill the following University’s general conditions: (i)
pass the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/equivalent with satisfactory results;
(ii)
pass with Credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia at SPM/equivalent;
(iii)
Possess one of the following qualifications: (A)
Pass the Matriculation Programme of the Ministry of Education (KPM)/UM Foundation Studies in Science /UM Foundation in Islamic Studies/Ministry of Higher Education Foundation in Law (KPTM) with a minimum CGPA of 2.00/UM Foundation in Built Environment with a minimum CGPA of 2.75;
(B)
a Diploma or any other qualifications accredited as equivalent by the Malaysian Government and approved by the Senate of the University;
(C)
Pass the Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) [Malaysian Higher Certificate of Education] with a minimum of: (aa) and
Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in General Paper;
(bb)
Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in two other subjects;
Or (D)
.
(b)
Pass with at least the Jayiid level at the Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM).
(iv)
Achieve a minimum of Band 1 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET); and
(v)
Have fulfilled all other requirements as may be prescribed by the Senate.
A candidate who is not a Malaysian citizen and who wishes to pursue a programme of study at the University of Malaya must possess a National Higher School Certificate and fulfil the following conditions: -6-
(i)
Pass with at least grade B and/or 80% in the relevant subject at the GCE/A-Level/equivalent; or
(ii)
obtain a CGPA of at least 3.00 in the relevant subject at certificate/diploma level;
and (iii)
(2)
pass the Bahasa Melayu and/or English Language course. Exemptions will be given to candidates who possess one of the following: (A)
A TOEFL score of 550 (PBT), 213 (CBT) or 80 (IBT);
(B)
A Band 6 in IELTS;
(C)
A C6 and above in Bahasa Melayu or English Language at the General Certificate of Secondary Education (O Level), University of Cambridge.
(D)
Pass General Certificate of Education (A Level), University of Cambridge in Bahasa Melayu or in English Language
The admission of any student into any programme of study shall only take place after the fulfillment of the admission requirements as determined by the Senate and shall be subject to: (a)
the payment of prescribed fees;
(b)
verification by a Doctor from the Student Health Clinic that the person is in satisfactory health and is not suffering from any illness or any physical handicap that can disrupt his studies at the University; and
(c)
registration as a student of that programme of study.
(3)
In special circumstances, the admission of a student may be subject to a resolution by the Senate upon the recommendation of the Faculty Selection for Admission Committee concerned and the fulfillment of subrules 3(2)(a), (b) and (c).
(4)
The admission into any programme of study is at the commencement of Semester I or Semester II of each academic session.
(5)
Each offer of admission is for a specific semester and academic session only. -7-
4.
Admission of Non-Graduating Students (1)
A non-graduating student is a student who has approval to attend any course at the University, whether or not for the purpose of obtaining a grade and/or credit. Such a student shall not be a student of any programme of study at the University.
(2)
The admission of a non-graduating student shall be at the discretion of the Dean of the Faculty.
PART III REGISTRATION 5.
Registration as a Student of a Programme of Study (1)
An applicant who has been offered by the University to pursue a Degree programme of study and has accepted the said offer is required to register in accordance with the procedures prescribed in the said offer or by the Senate.
(2)
Subject to subrule (3) below, a person registered in accordance with subrule (1) is a student of the University of Malaya and the student’s name shall be listed in the student register of the University until such time as the student shall have successfully completed his programme of study and the Senate shall have confirmed that the student is qualified to be conferred a degree, or when for any specific reason the student loses his eligibility as a student of the University, whichever is the earlier.
(3)
A student who has registered for a programme of study which has been offered shall register on a continuous basis with the University and should he fail to do so shall cease to be a student and his name shall be removed from the student register.
(4)
For medical reasons, a student may be considered for a deferment of his registration for a programme of study. However, the deferment shall only be allowed until the following semester, or for any Faculty that accepts students in one semester only in each academic session, a deferment is allowed for one session only. The offer shall lapse if the student still does not register in the ensuing semester or academic session concerned.
(5)
Notwithstanding the provisions of subrule (1) above and subject to subrule (3), the Senate may at any time terminate the registration of a student if the Senate is of the view that the student concerned, for academic reasons as may be determined by the Senate, is incapable of continuing with the programme of study, and the student’s name shall -8-
be removed from the University’s student register, and the said student shall cease to be a University student. The Senate’s decision in accordance with this subrule (5) is final. (6)
6.
A student is not allowed to register concurrently for more than one programme of study at any particular period of time, whether at the University or at any other institution or university.
Course Registration A student is required to register every semester for the courses taken in accordance with such conditions as may be prescribed in the Regulations made under these Rules.
7.
Change in Programme of Study (1)
(2)
A change in a programme of study may be done by a student after he has registered for the original programme of study that was offered to him subject to the following conditions: (a)
a change in a programme of study is permitted for a first year student only and for those who have completed at least one semester of study;
(b)
a student is permitted to change his programme of study only once throughout his duration of study at the University;
(c)
a student must fulfil the admission requirements of the new programme of study applied for; and
(d)
a student has not been convicted of a charge under a disciplinary action.
Notwithstanding the provisions of subrule 7(1), the permission to change a programme of study is subject to the approval of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor concerned upon the recommendation of the Dean of the Faculty of the original programme of study and the agreement of the Dean of the Faculty accepting the student concerned.
PART IV PAYMENTS 8.
Settling Payments A new student shall pay all fees stated in the letter of offer for admission before registering as a student of the University for any programme of study. -9-
9.
Right to Vary Fee Rates and Other Payments The University has the absolute right to vary the prescribed fees and any other payments without prior notice to a student.
10.
Period for Settling Tuition Fees and Other Payments A student must register in order to attend the courses prescribed by his programme of study and shall pay all tuition fees and other payments prescribed for the courses for which he has registered within one week from the commencement of the academic session or every semester, whichever is applicable, unless otherwise permitted by the Bursar of the University.
11.
Failure to Settle Tuition Fees and Other Payments Failure by a student to settle any tuition fees and other payments within the one week period after receiving a notification from the Bursar that payments are in arrears can cause the student concerned to be barred from sitting for the examination for the semester concerned or his status as a university student to be terminated.
PART V DURATION OF PROGRAMME OF STUDY 12.
Duration of Programme of Study A student must pursue and complete the programme of study within the prescribed duration.
13.
Minimum and Maximum Duration For Programme of Study The minimum and maximum duration for the completion of a programme of study are as follows: Six Semester Study System:
a minimum of 6 semesters a maximum of 10 semesters
Seven Semester Study System:
a minimum of 7 semesters a maximum of 11 semesters
Eight Semester Study System:
a minimum of 8 semesters a maximum of 12 semesters
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14.
Suspension of Student From Programme of Study The period of suspension of a student upon whom punishment has been imposed under the University of Malaya (Discipline of Students) Rules 1999 shall not be taken into the computation of the maximum duration of study.
PART VI STRUCTURE OF PROGRAMME OF STUDY 15.
Programme of Study A programme of study offered by the University is as prescribed in the Schedule to these Rules and as approved by the Senate from time to time.
16.
Structure of Programme of Study A student is required to fulfil the overall total credits as prescribed for the programme of study concerned as may be approved by the Senate.
17.
Course Components Every programme of study shall consist of three components namely, University Courses (15% - 20%), Core Courses (50% - 60%) and Elective/Minor Courses (25% - 30%). For the purpose of these Rules (1)
“University Courses” means courses prescribed by the University as compulsory courses which must be taken by every Degree student;
(2)
“Core Courses” means courses determined by the Faculty as compulsory courses which must be taken by students in the Faculty concerned comprising core faculty courses or core programme courses and/or core departmental courses or core specialization courses;
(3)
“Elective/Minor Courses” means courses that are faculty electives or departmental electives or minor courses.
PART VII ACADEMIC ADVISOR SYSTEM 18.
Function of Academic Advisor Every student is provided with an Academic Advisor who is a lecturer in the student’s field of study whose role is to guide the student in planning his programme of study by:
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19.
(1)
helping the student choose courses and the number of credits student will take before the commencement of the semester; and
the
(2)
providing guidance to the student in overcoming problems related to learning, if any, based on his academic performance at mid-semester and the end of each semester.
Meetings with Academic Advisor A student is required to meet with the Academic Advisor at least once every semester.
PART VIII EXAMINATIONS 20.
Type of Examinations There shall be an examination for every programme of study carried out by the University, which may be conducted by way of written test, oral test, practical or practicum assessment, coursework, specialised assessment, final examinations as well as other methods of evaluation as may be approved by the Senate upon the recommendation of the Faculty.
21.
Committee of Examiners There shall be a separate Committee of Examiners for each programme of study.
PART IX CONFERMENT OF DEGREE 22.
Conditions of Award The University Bachelor’s Degree or the University First Degree may be conferred on a student who has: (1)
fulfilled all requirements prescribed under these Rules and any other regulations made thereunder;
(2)
been recommended to be conferred the Degree by the Committee of Examiners and approved by the Senate;
(3)
settled all tuition fees and other prescribed payments; and
(4)
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PART X GENERAL 23.
Termination of Student’s Academic Status The Senate has the power to terminate the academic status of a student who has been found to have submitted forged or false information in connection with his admission into the University.
24.
The Power of the Senate to Make Regulations The Senate may generally make any regulations as and when they are required for the purpose of carrying into effect or enforcing the provisions of these Rules.
25.
Exemption of Application Notwithstanding anything contained in these Rules and any regulations made thereunder, the Senate may exempt the application of these Rules or any provisions of these Rules to any Degree programme of study of the University.
26.
Compliance with the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971, the Constitution of the University of Malaya, Statutes, Rules and Regulations A student shall be subject to the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971, the Constitution of the University of Malaya, statutes, rules and regulations currently applicable in the University including the University of Malaya (Discipline of Students) Rules 1999.
27.
Repeal Subject to the provisions of rule 1(3), the University of Malaya (First Degree Studies) Rules 2006 are hereby repealed.
Made on 16th of December 2011.
Tan Sri Datuk Arshad Ayub Chairman Board of Directors of the University of Malaya
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SCHEDULE (RULE 15) LIST OF PROGRAMMES OF STUDY
No.
Name of Programme
Minimum Period of Study
ACADEMY OF ISLAMIC STUDIES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
Bachelor in Islamic Education (Al-Quran Studies) Bachelor in Islamic Education (Islamic Studies) Bachelor in Muamalat Management Bachelor in Applied Science With Islamic Studies (Environment) Bachelor in Applied Science With Islamic Studies (Bioinformatics) Bachelor in Applied Science With Islamic Studies (Biochemistry) Bachelor in Applied Science With Islamic Studies (Biotechnology) Bachelor in Applied Science With Islamic Studies (Ecology and Biodiversity) Bachelor in Applied Science With Islamic Studies (Genetic and Biology Molecule) Bachelor in Applied Science With Islamic Studies (Microbiology) Bachelor in Applied Science With Islamic Studies (Biohealth Science) Bachelor in Applied Science With Islamic Studies (Information Technology) Bachelor in Syariah and Law Bachelor in Syariah (Islamic Astronomy) Bachelor in Syariah (Fiqh and Usul) Bachelor in Syariah (Islamic Political Science) Bachelor in Syariah (Syariah and Economic) Bachelor of Usuluddin (Akidah and Islamic Thought) Bachelor of Usuluddin (Al-Quran and AI-Hadith) Bachelor of Usuluddin (Dakwah and Human Development) Bachelor of Usuluddin (History and Islamic Civilisation)
8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 8 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester
ACADEMY OF MALAY STUDIES 22 23 24 25 26
Bachelor Degree of Malay Studies (Malay Language) Bachelor Degree of Malay Studies (Malay Art) Bachelor Degree of Malay Studies (Malay Literature) Bachelor Degree of Malay Studies (Malay Linguistics) Bachelor Degree of Malay Studies (Malay Socio-Culture) - 14 -
6 semester 6 semester 6 semester 6 semester 6 semester
FACULTY OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT 27 28 29 30 31
Bachelor of Estate Management Bachelor of Science Architecture Bachelor of Architecture Bachelor of Quantity Surveying Bachelor of Building Surveying
8 semester 6 semester 4 semester 8 semester 8 semester
FACULTY OF LANGUAGES AND LINGUISTICS 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41
Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Education
Languages and Linguistics (Arabic) Languages and Linguistics (English) Languages and Linguistics (Chinese) Languages and Linguistics (Tamil) Languages and Linguistics (Japanese) Languages and Linguistics (ltalian) Languages and Linguistics (German) Languages and Linguistics (Spanish) Languages and Linguistics (French) German Language and Linguistics With
7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 8 semester
FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND ADMINISTRATION 42
Bachelor of Economics
7 semester
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54
Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental) Bachelor of Engineering (Materials) Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Aided Design and Manufacture) Bachelor of Engineering (Manufacturing) Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering (Prostatic and Orthotics)
8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester
FACULTY OF EDUCATION 55 56 57 58
Bachelor of Counseling Bachelor of Education (Teaching English As A Second Language) Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Bachelor of Education (Education Management) FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY - 15 -
8 semester 8 semester 8 semester 8 semester
59 60
Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Accounting
7 semester 8 semester
FACULTY OF MEDICINE 61 62 63 64 65
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) Bachelor of Nursing Science Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Bachelor of Biomedical Imaging
8 semester 8 semester 6 semester 5 years 8 semester
FACULTY OF DENTISTRY 66
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
5 years
FACULTY OF SCIENCE 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86
Bachelor of Science (Bioinformatics) Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry) Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) Bachelor of Science (Ecology and Biodiversity) Bachelor of Science (Physics) Bachelor of Science (Genetics and Molecular Biology) Bachelor of Science (Geography) Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology) Bachelor of Science (Geology) Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry) Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) Bachelor of Science (Actuarial and Financial Mathematics) Bachelor of Science (Industrial and Computational Mathematics) Bachelor of Science (Mathematics) Bachelor of Science (Microbiology) Bachelor of Science (Technology and Science Studies) Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science and Management) Bachelor of Science (Biohealth Science) Bachelor of Science (Statistics) Bachelor of Science Education
7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 8 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 8 semester
FACULTY OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 87 88 89 90 91 92
Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Engineering) Bachelor of Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) Bachelor of Computer Science (Management Information System) Bachelor of Computer Science (Computer Networking and System) Bachelor of Information Technology (Multimedia) Bachelor of Information Technology (Management) - 16 -
7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105
Bachelor of Arts (Anthropology and Sociology) Bachelor of Arts (Geography) Bachelor of Arts (English) Bachelor of Arts (Mathematics) Bachelor of Arts (Environmental Studies) Bachelor of Arts (International and Strategic Studies) Bachelor of Arts (East Asian Studies) Bachelor of Arts (South East Asian Studies) Bachelor of Arts (Indian Studies) Bachelor of Arts (Tionghua Studies) Bachelor of Arts (Administration and Social Justice) Bachelor of Arts (History) Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies)
7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester 7 semester
FACULTY OF LAW 106 Bachelor of Laws 107 Bachelor of Jurisprudence (External)
8 semester 3 tahun
CULTURAL CENTRE 108 Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music) 109 Bachelor of Performing Arts (Drama) 110 Bachelor of Performing Arts (Dance)
6 semester 6 semester 6 semester
SPORTS CENTRE 111 Bachelor of Sports Science (Sports Management)
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7 semester
