Study in Malaysia

An incredibly affordable academic hub featuring stunning campus facilities and numerous international branch campuses of UK/AU universities.

Universities in Malaysia

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Universiti Malaya (UM)

🏆 QS World Rank #65
Public

Malaysia's oldest and most prestigious university, consistently ranked as the top institution in the country with strong global standing.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 15,000 - MYR 35,000
Acceptance Rate25%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Business Administration
BachelorsBusiness🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 18,000/yr
Computer Science
BachelorsComputer Science🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 20,000/yr

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)

🏆 QS World Rank #137
Public

A premier research university known as a 'University in a Garden'. Highly regarded for sciences, engineering, and sustainability research.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 14,000 - MYR 30,000
Acceptance Rate30%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Civil Engineering
BachelorsEngineering🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 16,000/yr
Pharmacy
BachelorsHealth🎓 IELTS 6.5+4 YearsMYR 28,000/yr
Public

The National University of Malaysia, strongly committed to research and preserving the national identity while maintaining a global outlook.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 14,000 - MYR 30,000
Acceptance Rate35%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Law
BachelorsLaw🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 17,000/yr
Environmental Science
BachelorsSciences🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 YearsMYR 15,000/yr

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)

🏆 QS World Rank #158
Public

Originally an agricultural college, UPM is now a leading multidisciplinary research university, particularly dominant in agriculture and forestry.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 14,000 - MYR 30,000
Acceptance Rate40%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Agriculture
BachelorsAgriculture🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 15,000/yr
Veterinary Medicine
DoctorateHealth🎓 IELTS 6.0+5 YearsMYR 28,000/yr
Public

Malaysia's premier university for engineering, science, and technology. Heavily connected to industry and robust research networks.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 15,000 - MYR 32,000
Acceptance Rate35%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Mechanical Engineering
BachelorsEngineering🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 17,000/yr
Architecture
BachelorsArchitecture🎓 IELTS 6.0+5 YearsMYR 20,000/yr
Private

A leading private university wholly owned by PETRONAS, Malaysia's national oil and gas company. Unparalleled in petroleum engineering and geosciences.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 25,000 - MYR 45,000
Acceptance Rate40%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Petroleum Engineering
BachelorsEngineering🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 32,000/yr
Information Systems
BachelorsComputer Science🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 28,000/yr

Taylor's University

🏆 QS World Rank #284
Private

One of the most prestigious private universities in Malaysia. Features a massive, modern lakeside campus and is globally ranked #1 in Southeast Asia for Hospitality.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 35,000 - MYR 65,000
Acceptance Rate60%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Hospitality Management
BachelorsHospitality🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 YearsMYR 40,000/yr
Culinary Arts
BachelorsArts🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 YearsMYR 45,000/yr

UCSI University

🏆 QS World Rank #300
Private

A prominent private university in Kuala Lumpur, highly ranked globally and renowned for its Institute of Music and strong business faculties.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 22,000 - MYR 55,000
Acceptance Rate65%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Contemporary Music
BachelorsArts🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 YearsMYR 28,000/yr
Finance and Investment
BachelorsBusiness🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 YearsMYR 26,000/yr

Sunway University

🏆 QS World Rank #586
Private

A leading private university intimately linked with Sunway City. Features dual-degree programs in partnership with Lancaster University (UK).

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 28,000 - MYR 55,000
Acceptance Rate70%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Actuarial Studies
BachelorsBusiness🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 YearsMYR 32,000/yr
Psychology
BachelorsSocial Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 YearsMYR 30,000/yr

INTI International University

🏆 QS World Rank #556
Private

Part of a massive global network, INTI offers extreme flexibility and numerous 3+0 foreign degree partnerships with UK and US universities.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 18,000 - MYR 40,000
Acceptance Rate75%
Min. IELTS Required5.5 Band

Top Programs

Software Engineering
BachelorsComputer Science🎓 IELTS 5.5+3 YearsMYR 24,000/yr
Mass Communication
BachelorsCommunications🎓 IELTS 5.5+3 YearsMYR 22,000/yr
Private

Owned by the national power company Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB). A top choice for students aiming for careers in energy, engineering, and IT.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 18,000 - MYR 35,000
Acceptance Rate65%
Min. IELTS Required5.5 Band

Top Programs

Electrical Power Engineering
BachelorsEngineering🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 22,000/yr
Information Technology
BachelorsComputer Science🎓 IELTS 5.5+3 YearsMYR 20,000/yr

Asia Pacific University (APU)

🏆 QS World Rank #611
Private

Malaysia's Premier Digital Tech University. Known for a heavily international student body (over 130 countries) and high graduate employability.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 25,000 - MYR 55,000
Acceptance Rate80%
Min. IELTS Required5.5 Band

Top Programs

Cyber Security
BachelorsComputer Science🎓 IELTS 5.5+3 YearsMYR 30,000/yr
Artificial Intelligence
BachelorsComputer Science🎓 IELTS 5.5+3 YearsMYR 30,000/yr

Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)

🏆 QS World Rank #538
Public

Known as the 'Eminent Management University', located in Sintok. Highly specialized in business management, accounting, and public administration.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 12,000 - MYR 25,000
Acceptance Rate45%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Public Management
BachelorsPublic Policy🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 14,000/yr
Accounting
BachelorsBusiness🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 15,000/yr

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)

🏆 QS World Rank #555
Public

The largest comprehensive university in Malaysia, offering a massive array of programs with campuses across all states in the country.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 12,000 - MYR 28,000
Acceptance Rate35%
Min. IELTS Required6.0 Band

Top Programs

Art and Design
BachelorsDesign🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 YearsMYR 14,000/yr
Sports Science
BachelorsHealth🎓 IELTS 6.0+3 YearsMYR 13,500/yr

A prominent technical university focusing heavily on engineering and technology, equipped with strong industry links to the East Coast Economic Region.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)MYR 14,000 - MYR 26,000
Acceptance Rate50%
Min. IELTS Required5.5 Band

Top Programs

Chemical Engineering
BachelorsEngineering🎓 IELTS 6.0+4 YearsMYR 16,000/yr
Occupational Safety and Health
BachelorsHealth🎓 IELTS 5.5+4 YearsMYR 15,500/yr

Scholarships

Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)

Amount: Full tuition + Monthly allowance of RM 1,500

Deadline: Usually April

An initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract the best brains from around the world to pursue advanced academic studies in Malaysia.

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Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Scholarship

Amount: Full tuition + RM 3,500/month + Flights

Deadline: Usually June/July

Government scholarship dedicated to international students from developing countries to pursue postgraduate studies.

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Universiti Malaya (UM) Excellence Scholarships

Amount: Full tuition waiver + Monthly stipend

Deadline: Varies by semester intake

Merit-based scholarships offered directly by Universiti Malaya to outstanding international postgraduate students.

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Quality of Life & Environment

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Climate & Weather

Equatorial climate; hot and humid throughout the year, characterized by monsoon seasons.

Safety & Peace Index

Very High (Global Peace Index 2025 Rank: #13)

Working While Studying

Information on student work rights and average earnings in Malaysia.

Legal Working Hours

Max 20 hours/week strictly ONLY during semester breaks (>7 days). Prohibited during term time.

Minimum Wage / Earnings

RM 1,700 / month statutory minimum (approx. RM 8.72 / hour)

Post-Graduation & ROI

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Post-Study Work Visa

Variable (Employer Sponsorship Needed)

Average Starting Salary

MYR 45,000 / year

Visa & Immigration Rules

As an international student, you must adhere to the official embassy requirements below.

EMGS Visa Approval Letter (VAL)

Official Document

All international students must apply for a Visa Approval Letter (VAL) through the Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) portal before arriving in Malaysia.

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