In 1996 the government of Malaysia was looking for methods to liberalise higher education in the nation, and to involve the private education sector in the development of this critical sector of human capital building. As such, the Ministry of Education was looking for an established private company to kick off the pilot project for university building. In October 1996, the then Telekom Malaysia w...as given the distinction by the Ministry of Education to set up the first private university in Malaysia. It was considered an honour to be given such trust by the government to spearhead the privatization of higher education. Being a natural extension of the existing ITTM campuses that TM already runs, TM accepted the invitation and Universiti Telekom was established in Melaka.

A year later, with the planning of the MSC underway, the government was once again looking for a suitable candidate to construct a university in the heart of the MSC. The idea behind this university is to emulate the Stanford-Silicon Valley example, where a centre of teaching and research catalyzed the development of high tech industry in the surrounding area. In March 1997, TM was again honoured when it was given the task to set up this university, to be known as Multimedia University. Considering that the telecommunications industry was becoming closely linked with developments in ICT, expansion into an education field directly related to ICT is a natural strategic decision.

Today, Universiti Telekom Sdn Bhd (UTSB), a wholly owned subsidiary of TM runs the two campuses as one university named Multimedia University (MMU). Aligned with its parent company’s interests, UTSB has been entrusted to contribute proactively towards nation building and towards making Malaysia a world-renowned centre of academic excellence in the areas of information technology and multimedia. TM invited Prof Datuk Dr Ghauth Jasmon to lead UTSB, and he served MMU as President for 11 years. His responsibility was passed on to Prof Dr Zaharin Yusoff who took over as the second president of MMU from 2008. MMU is now under the leadership of the third president, Prof Dato' Dr Muhamad Rasat Muhamad since taking the helm in 2011.

1) I am new and what should I do to apply PTPTN?
Get your documents certified. Documents such as offer letter, SPM results and etc. Certify those and then go to the orientation. You will have a good picture. Open a CIMB account too. You can go to MMU and open as it only need you to deposit RM20

2) Do the students need to wear formal during classes or any specific date to do so?
No, students do not need to wear formal and is up to the students to wear any attire (but regards to the dress code of Multimedia University. Failure to do so, can make the student liable for fine of RM100.00 by security personal.

3) Is MMU law recognized?
Yes, on 10 August 2008 by Tan Sri Abdul Gani Patail with reference number [LK/SAG/7-1A & 7-1C; PN(PU2)314/IX]

4) Which is better? MMU Melaka or Cyber?
There are both pro and cons in this situation. For example, in MMU Melaka, people like to do events and they have different lifestyle. However, facilities here are not in good shape as its quite old. However, for Cyberjaya is total contrast. Events are not held constantly and not as much as MMU Melaka. But facilities tend to be way better than Cyberjaya.

5) Should we attend orientation?
Yes and very yes! Why? First is because after u pay the amount for registration, you have already paid for orientation. And secondly, please don’t rely only on seniors. Seniors also sometimes do not know how to solve the problem and at the end, come to see SRC. Most people whom do not know where to go and come to SRC are the people who did not turn up for orientation. And lastly, why want to rely on other people?

6) After paying the bank draft what should I do?
Bring the receipt of payment to the registration as it is just a backup in case the system shows that you did not pay.

7) Where can I stay in MMU Melaka?
There are many houses available in MMU Melaka. You can try these 3 taman which is Taman Kerjasama, Taman Bunga Raya and Taman Dahlia. All these 3 taman are quite near to campus. Else, apartments such as Ixora, Emerald Park, Bukit Beruang Utama (BBU), University Green (UG) and etc would be your choose.
Most is around few minutes’ walk and depending on the place and how fast you walk.

8) Where can I stay in MMU Cyberjaya
You can try Cyberia Smarthomes as it is the nearest and is in walking distant to campus. Besides that, Cyberia Cresent, Cyberia Cresent 2 is also nearby. If you have transport and willing to travel. Theres a lot of houses for rent in Seri Kembangan for cheaper price. It is about 20min drive.

9) What scholarships can I take if I want to come to MMU?
-MMU Yayasan TM Scolarship
-MMU Chancellor Scholarship
-PTPTN

Or other companies who are willing to sponsor you. Do not forget that PTPTN can be converted into scholarship if you are able to graduate with CGPA of 3.67 without extending your term of studies

10) Do I need to stay in hostel?
In MMU, you have your right to have your own accommodation and is not compulsory to stay in hostel even for new students. There is no curfew, and hence, you are free to walk in and out of MMU (but u will need to write your name and ID on a book provided by security) during 12am – 8am.

11) What should I do if I have problem?
Post your problem here and I will try to help u. You can also proceed to SRC to ask for help as they represent students

12) What is the network speed in campus?
The network equipments support 10/100Mbps (end user).

13) Laundry and iron service for MMU Cyber hostel?
There are irons in MMU Cyberjaya hostel which is available at the Wing B 5th floor of each Block.

There are few different laundry service in MMU Cyberjaya Hostel
1- U send anything inside a plastic bag, collect it around 1 days later, pay around RM2/kg (Available at Hostel Block (HB) ONE)
2- Wash whatever you want yourself using the washing machine, not sure how much does it cost but its a pay per use. Even if you put in 100kg inside the machine also can as long as it fit. (Available at HB FOUR)
3- Wash on your own using hand

14) What should I wear during orientation?
Only formal attire are allowed. Means no round neck, collar, jeans and etc. All students are expected to dress in formal attire.