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Faculty of Science Booklet, Session 2016/2017 Faculty of Science Booklet, Session 2016/2017

ACADEMIC CALENDAR
VISION, MISSION AND EDUCATIONAL GOALS
UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA
SEMESTER I
Orientation Week 1 week* 28.08.2016 - 04.09.2016
VISION Lectures 7 weeks* 05.09.2016 - 21 .10.2016
Mid-Semester I Break 1 week* 22.10.2016 - 3 0 .10.2016
To be an internationally renowned institution of higher learning in Lectures 7 weeks* 31.10.2016 - 16.12.2016
research, innovation, publication and teaching. Revision Week 1 week* 17.12.2016 - 25.12.2016
Semester I Examination 3 weeks 26.12.2016 - 14.01.2017
MISSION Semester I Break 4 weeks* 15.01.2017 - 12 .02.2017
24 weeks
To advance knowledge and learning through quality research and
education for the nation and for humanity. SEMESTER II
Lectures 7 weeks 13.02.2017 - 31 .03.2017
Educational Goals Mid – Semester II Break 1 week 01.04.2017 - 09 .04.2017
Lectures 7 weeks* 10.04.2017 - 26 .05.2017
Graduates of the University of Malaya will be able to: Revision Week 1 week 27.05.2017 - 04 .06.2017
Semester II Examination 3 weeks 05.06.2017 - 24 .06.2017
1. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in their field of study, 19 weeks
appropriate research and professional practices, and the
OFFICIAL BREAK/SPECIAL SEMESTER
processes of critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem Break 9 weeks 25.06.2017 - 27 .08.2017
solving.
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2. Use effective methods including contemporary technology to Lectures and Examination 8 weeks 28.06.2017 - 20.08.2017
manage information, to achieve diverse professional goals aligned
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with professional standards and make decisions based on * National Day (31 August 2016)
appropriate data and information. Eid-ul-Adha (12 September 2016)
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3. Engage in continuous self-improvement and professional Malaysia Day (16 September 2016)
growth, support the professional development of others, and Maal Hijrah (2 October 2016)
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display positive leadership and professional behaviours and Deepavali (29 November 2016)
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disposition for effective practice. Maulidur Rasul (12 December 2016)
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4. Communicate effectively with other professionals, and the Christmas (25 December 2016)
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community, and project a coherent vision of social responsibilities. New Year (1 January 2017)
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Chinese New Year (28 & 29 January 2017)
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5. Appreciate and continue to be guided by the University’s core Thaipusam (10 February 2017)
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values of integrity, respect, academic freedom, open- mindedness, Labour Day (1 May 2017)
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accountability, professionalism, meritocracy, teamwork, creativity Wesak Day (10 May 2017)
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and social responsibility.
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Nuzul Al-Qu’ran (12 Jun 2017)
Hari Raya Aidilfitri (26 & 27 July 2017)
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