List of Foreign Universities in Malaysia

Currently, Malaysia hosts 10 foreign universities from across the globe and each university offers its unique courses and paths. See the list of foreign universities in Malaysia on this page:

Do Foreign Universities in Malaysia Offer the Same Certificate as The University’s Country of Origin?

The most common question regarding the international universities in Malaysia accreditation is whether the certificate earned would be the same as a certificate from the university’s country of origin. The short answer is yes, the certificate is equally the same.

The long answer is yes, the certificate is the same, however some future employers may ask you where and from which campus you have earned your degree. This happens only to compare the standard that is maintained in foreign campuses with the counterpart in the original campus.

All in all, this should not affect your chances at being employed.

Why Do Students Choose Malaysia Over the University Country of Origin?

Multiple factors contribute to international universities in Malaysia being a desired destination for students over the original country:

• Tuition fees in Malaysia are significantly more affordable compared to the country of origin.
• The climate is warm and inviting
• Cost of living in Malaysia is student-friendly
• The country embraces diversity and acceptance 
• Admission to the university may be easier as there aren’t many entry requirements
• Students get to explore neighboring countries in South-East Asia that are also affordable

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) and University College Dublin (UCD) Malaysia Campus

Two of the top 2% globally ranked universities and the leading universities in Ireland for surgery and medicine. Accredited as a private institution in Malaysia in 1996, the two institutions merged together to become one-of-a-kind medical institutions in Southeast Asia.

University of Reading

Ranked 70th globally, and withholding 150 years of academic legacy, the University of Reading established its campus in Malaysia in the year 2016.

The university is one of the international  universities in Malaysia that specializes in business programs, law, and health science. Visit the University of Reading in Malaysia website to know more about the programmes offered. 

Xiamen University

As a Chinese institution specializing in medicine, engineering, science, and arts, the Xiamen University in Malaysia offers more than 40+ undergraduate and postgraduate programs for local and international students.

Although it is a Chinese University, the language of instruction for all the programmes is in English, with the exception of the Chinese Medicine academic programme.

University of Southampton

Being the first ever UK campus in Malaysia, the University of Southampton offers courses in the fields of engineering, business, and computer science. 

The university offers foundation programmes, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Know more about the list of programmes at the University of Southampton Malaysia on the official website.

University of Nottingham 

Located in the heart of Selangor, the University of Nottingham Malaysia was founded in the year 2000 as a private university branch campus and has slowly become one of the most prestigious foreign universities in Malaysia.

The university offers programmes in fields of arts and social sciences as well as science and engineering.

Monash University 

Monash University is one of the top leading universities in Australia. The Malaysian campus was founded in 1998 and today the university offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs in fields such as arts and social sciences, business, engineering, information technology, pharmacy, and more. 

Know more about the campus here on the university’s official website. 

Newcastle University Medicine

The Newcastle University Medicine has become the 1st and only foreign university in Malaysia to offer an accredited MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) programme.

Ranked 4th in the UK and 100th globally, the Newcastle University Medicine is one of the elite foreign universities in Malaysia that will lead you to your desired future in medicine.

Curtin University

Visioned to be the leading university in Australia for research and education, Curtin University in Malaysia offers foundation programmes, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in various fields including business and commerce, engineering, computing, and humanities. 

See which programme suits you best in the list of programmes on the university’s official page.

Heriot-Watt University

Being the only Scottish campus among the international universities in Malaysia, Heriot-Watt University offers a globally-connected learning experience and programmes.

The university’s tagline is “empower your future” which is supported by the academic programmes that are designs with the students in mind.

Swinburne University of Technology

Known to be a world-class university, Swinburne University of Technology in Malaysia offers diverse programmes, randing from diploma, college foundation, bachelors, masters and PhD.

Know more about the academic schools and the campus life on the official webpage

So, Which One Is for You?

Choosing your desired field of study from the foreign universities in Malaysia is like investing in a great asset. Ultimately, the decision is yours to make based on your career aspirations and future goals. 

Be sure to connect with us to know more about the universities’ applications, fees, and all things related to your future studies.