DIPLOMA IN OUTDOOR RECREATION

About the Course

If you love the outdoors and manage recreation activites, our Diploma in Outdoor Recreation programme will equip you with the relevant management skills and in-depth practical experience needed for the area of outdoor recreation. As part of MSU’s global outlook initiative, you will be having an opportunity to experience trips abroad to develop your leadership skills through our Global Leadership Programme, Dual Degree program with our partner university and undergo a working stint overseas through our Global Internship Programme. Both will give you invaluable experience and instill you with the confidence for a career in outdoor and recreation management.

Duration
2 ½ years

Credit Hours
90 hours

Courses Offered

Year One

• Introduction to Outdoor and Recreation
• Swimming
• Life Saving

Year Two

• Wilderness Survival Management
• Recreation and Disability
• Leisure Facility Design

Year Three

• Outdoor Instruction Technique
• Rescue Operation
• Industrial Training

Career Prospects

• Nature Guide
• Camp Facilitator
• Recreation Planner
• Park / Theme Park Ranger
• Sales and Marketing Officer
• Customer Service Officer
• Reservation and Ticketing Officer
• Adventure Tourism Officer

Entry Requirements

ENTRANCE QUALIFICATION BASED ON PROGRAM STANDARD (BUSINESS STUDIES) – 2nd Edition:

1. Possess SPM with at least credit in any three (3) subjects; OR
2. Possess SKM Level 3 in the related field; OR
3. A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in the related field with at least CGPA of 2.00; OR
4. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM), with at least Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject; OR
5. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with at least Grade Maqbul; OR
6. Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.

English Competency Requirement (International Student)

Achieve a minimum Band 3 in MUET OR equivalent to CEFR (High B1)**

**Refer to Surat JPT GS 1000-630(41), 9th December 2019 – Syarat Kompetensi Bahasa Inggeris Kepada Pelajar Antarabangsa for equivalent English language assessments and score.

STUDENT PASS / VISA REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

All international students who plan to study full-time in Malaysia are required to obtain a Student Pass (Student Visa) before starting their studies.

• You must receive an official Offer Letter from the university before applying for a student pass

• The university will submit your Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) on your behalf

• A Visa Approval Letter (VAL / eVAL) is required before travelling to Malaysia

• Studying on a tourist or social visit visa is not permitted

• Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months from your intended intake date

• Visa processing time depends on EMGS and Malaysian Immigration approval

• After arriving in Malaysia, all students must complete a medical check-up at an EMGS-registered clinic

• Your Student Pass will be issued only after medical clearance and document verification

• Continuing students must renew their Student Pass before it expires

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR STUDENT PASS APPLICATION

The following documents are commonly required for all international students:

• Valid passport (clear scanned copy of all pages, including blank pages)

• Passport-size photograph with a white background

• Official Offer Letter from the university

• Academic certificates and transcripts related to your programme

• English language proficiency certificate (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent), if required

• Proof of acceptance or tuition fee payment (if requested by the university)

• Student Pass / Visa processing fee as determined by EMGS

• Completed EMGS Health Declaration Form (if applicable)

Please note: All documents not originally in English must be submitted together with certified English translations.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)

Some students may be asked to provide extra documents depending on their situation:

• Release Letter and Visa Cancellation Letter (for students transferring from another institution in Malaysia)

• School Leaving Certificate (for foundation or diploma applicants)

• Sponsorship or Scholarship Letter (if your studies are funded)

• Proof of financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses

• Statutory Declaration (if there are name differences across documents)

• Resume or Character Reference Letter (commonly required for applicants above 23 years old)

• Police Clearance Certificate (if requested by EMGS or embassy authorities)

• Copy of previous Malaysian visa or Resident Pass (if applicable)

AFTER ARRIVING IN MALAYSIA

Once you arrive in Malaysia, you will need to:

• Complete a medical examination at an EMGS-approved clinic

• Submit your passport for Student Pass endorsement

• Receive a temporary Special Pass (if applicable) while your Student Pass is being processed

• Collect your Student Pass and complete university registration

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Student Pass requirements are set by Malaysian Immigration and EMGS and may vary by nationality
• The university’s International Office will guide you through each step of the process
• Students are strongly advised to prepare documents at least 2–3 months before intake
• Requirements may change, so always follow the latest instructions provided by the university