MYPLACE 2026 – My Malaysian Putra Language & Cultural Experience, Universiti Putra Malaysia

Dear ITS Students,

The Centre for the Advancement of Language Competence (CALC), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) invites undergraduate students to join MYPLACE 2026, a six-day short-term international mobility programme in Malaysia. The programme combines English communication, professional skills, Malaysian culture, sustainability, and experiential learning, with educational visits across UPM, Putrajaya, and Kuala Lumpur.

Programme Highlights

• Professional Communication Workshops
• English Language Development
• Cultural Immersion
• Global Networking & Friendships
• Sustainability Learning
• Educational Excursions
• Campus Life Experience

What Students Will Experience

• Experience academic learning and campus life at Universiti Putra Malaysia
• Develop communication, leadership, teamwork, and global competencies
• Build meaningful international friendships through intercultural exchange
• Discover Malaysia’s diverse culture, heritage, traditions, and way of life
• Explore sustainability and educational themes through activities and visits to UPM, Putrajaya, and Kuala Lumpur

6-Day Programme Schedule

Day 1 – Welcome to Malaysia

• Arrival at KLIA & departure to Putrajaya
• Putrajaya Square – Brunch & Pink Mosque
• Putrajaya Park
• IOI City Mall

Day 2 – Discover UPM

• Opening Ceremony
• Orientation & Ice-breaking
• Beryl’s Chocolate Factory Visit
• UPM Campus Tour
• Trip to Malay Heritage Museum@UPM

Day 3 – Communicate with Confidence

• Professional Communication Masterclass: Speak, Engage, Impress!
• Farm in the City Exploration: Trip to Farm Fresh@UPM

Day 4 – Innovation & Sustainable Futures

• Presentation Skills Workshop: Presenting Like a Pro!
• Special Session: Planetary Health and Sustainable Futures
• Visit to EduPark@UPM

Day 5 – Explore Kuala Lumpur

• Closing Ceremony
• Trip to Kuala Lumpur
• City Tour & Cultural Experiences

Day 6 – Until We Meet Again

• Airport Transfer
• Departure

Programme Details

• Host Institution: Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
• Programme Dates: 10–15 November 2026
• Duration: 6 Days | 5 Nights
• Group Size: Up to 20 participants per session

Alternative dates between October and December 2026 may be considered for university groups, subject to programme arrangements and availability.

Important Dates

Programme Fee

The fee includes:

• On-campus accommodation (UPM Student Residence)
• Airport transfers
• Local transportation
• Educational visits
• Workshops and learning materials
• Daily breakfast and lunch
• Certificate of Participation

The fee excludes:

• Airfare
• Dinners
• Visa fees
• Travel and medical insurance
• Medical expenses
• Personal expenses

Eligibility

• Undergraduate students from participating universities

Participation Options

• Join as a dedicated university group, or
• Join a mixed international cohort comprising students from other participating universities

How to Apply

1. Complete the online registration form before 25 September 2026.
2. Settle the programme fee of USD 350 no later than 12 October 2026.

Registration Link: Register for MYPLACE 2026

Contact Information

• Sarah Syazana Baharuddin – Programme Coordinator, MYPLACE
• Email: sarahsyazana@upm.edu.my
• Phone: +60 12-920 8003 | +603 9769 3671 | +603 9769 1509
• Centre for the Advancement of Language Competence (CALC), Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM Serdang, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia

Further Information

Website: https://calc.upm.edu.my/