International Islamic University Malaysia

About

The International Islamic University Malaysia also known as IIUM, is a public university in Malaysia. The university is sponsored by eight governments and the Organisation of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC). It is distinct from the International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan and International Islamic University Chittagong, Bangladesh.

The university was established on 23 May 1983 and founded upon Islamic principles. Islamic values are inculcated into all disciplines. IIUM offers Bachelor's, Master's and doctoral degrees courses at its 14 faculties.

Since 1987, IIUM has produced more than 70,000 graduates and undergraduates from more than 100 countries around the world. Most of them were from Malaysia.

Ranking

IIUM is considered as one of the top five Islamic universities of the world and has been recognized as “The Premier International Islamic Research University” by the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. In addition, it is one of the best public universities in Malaysia with a specific mission of Integration, Islamization, Internationalization and Comprehensive Excellence.

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) is one of the top Public universities in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is ranked #601-650 in QS Global World Rankings 2021.

Facilities

• Health & Wellness Centre
• Student Centres
• Library & Stadium
• Accomodation

Locations

IIUM is Headquartered in Gombak, Selangor, IIUM has six other campuses all over Malaysia: two medical-centric campuses and a Centre for Foundation Studies in Gambang, Pahang, two city campuses in Kuala Lumpur, and a language & tourism campus in Pagoh, Johor.

Accommodation

The student`s residential colleges in IIUM are also known as Mahallah, which is Arabic for ‘neighbourhood’. IIUM’s mahallahs are self-contained not only with services but also activities, and are named after the leading companions of the Prophet s.a.w and the female Mujahidah and Syuhada.