Student Introduction

About Malaysia

Culture and Climate

Malaysia is home to many ethnic groups, each co-existing in harmony and helping to enrich the country's cultural lifestyle. Its collective blend of food, traditions, clothing and customs ensure there is much for the visitor to experience here. Local cuisines can range from hot and spicy Indian and exotic Mediterranean to Western and popular Chinese dishes.

Malaysia's climate is hot and humid, so you would require light and thin clothing throughout the year.

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Living expenses

Below is a rough guide of Monthly Living Expenses for the students' reference. The figures given are estimates (in Ringgit Malaysia) and may be subject to inflation.

Type of Expenses	Expenses (RM)
Accommodation	RM300.00
Food	RM350.00
Transportation	RM100.00
Books, Materials, Stationery	RM200.00
Entertainment	RM100.00
Misc. Expenses	RM250.00
TOTAL	RM1,300.00

* Students undergoing Design courses may spend more on art materials. Foundation Design students are also required to have a camera for their photography subject. These students hence should budget at least RM1,000.00 for their cameras.

Where to go for meals

What often occurs to a student is what and where to eat.

The Limkokwing Cyberjaya campus itself offers food and drinks at reasonable prices (RM3 - 7 per meal). There are also many other alternative eating spots near the Cyberjaya campus. They include the Food Court and Street Mall in the heart of the Cyberjaya township. All these eateries are approximately 5-10 minutes' drive from the campus.

Health in Malaysia

All international students who are covered by IMG (International Medical Group) scheme will receive free medical attention only at the panel clinics of IMG. For more information, please visit the website: www.imgroup.com.my