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Leave of Absence

A student shall be entitled to one or more periods of approved Leave of Absence from the course. A student must lodge a

Leave of Absence Form which is available at the Office of the Registrar or the website: Leave of Absence Form and is

encouraged to consult with the Director of School or Head of Department prior to formal application.

Applications for Leave of Absence can be accepted up to the census date of the relevant study period in which leave is being

requested.

Applications submitted after census date should not be considered for Leave of Absence, but considered for withdrawal only.

A student who has not completed the first period of study in the course is not entitled to a leave of absence. Additionally, a student

should not have an outstanding deferred assessment when applying for a leave of absence.

International students are entitled to only a maximum of one semester of approved Leave of Absence from their course.

"In accordance to Malaysian Immigration Act 1963 13(4)(b), international students are required to cancel Student Pass visa

prior to leaving the University". Student visa will be cancelled for student whose Leave of Absence has been approved.

In the event a student need to take sick leave or short leave, the student must inform his/her School in writing. Please also attach your medical certificate to support your leave.