Malaysia

International students choose Malaysia for its cost-effective and high-quality education. Malaysia has affordable tuition fees and cost of living compared to other countries.

Its universities have excellent academic structures, highly qualified faculty, and strong industry placements. As per QS World University Rankings, six Malaysian universities are ranked in the top 500. University Malaya (UM) is the highest ranked, followed by University Putra Malaya (UPM), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), and the University of Science, Malaysia (USM). Universities in Malaysia offer certificate, diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate courses. Popular programs include Engineering, ICT, Business and Management, Finance and Accounting, and Architecture.

During study, international students can work part-time for 20 hours per week. After completing their studies, Malaysia provides many post-study work opportunities, expected to create thousands of new jobs in upcoming years.

Cost of Education in Malaysia

Education in Malaysia is cheaper compared to countries like Australia, the UK, and the USA. Tuition fees for undergraduate programs are around MYR 7,000 per year, and for postgraduate programs around MYR 11,000 per year in public institutions, while private universities may cost more. Living expenses vary depending on location, averaging around MYR 1,000 to 1,200 per month.

Qualifying Exams & Coaching

For entry to Malaysian universities, you must meet the minimum English language requirements. Undergraduate applicants who completed their studies in English medium do not need an English language exam. Master’s programs require IELTS Academic as proof of English proficiency.