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International Universities in Malaysia: Facts, Intakes, & More

By Shahd Ashraf | Updated 1 month ago | 14 min read
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Looking for an international degree with global recognition but closer to home?  Malaysia might be your next best option.

From British to Australian institutions, Malaysia offers a unique blend of top-ranking universities from around the world. 

Read on to discover the list of international universities in Malaysia, alongside some facts, intakes, and more…

What Are International Universities in Malaysia?

An international university is typically defined as an institution of higher education that runs overseas.

Many international universities in Malaysia are extensions of well-established institutions based in other countries. 

For example, the University of Nottingham Malaysia and Monash University Malaysia are foreign branch campuses of UK and Australian universities

Check out this article for more details on foreign universities in Malaysia and the programmes they specialize in.

Why International Universities Choose Malaysia

International Universities in Malaysia

International universities choose to establish campuses in Malaysia for several strategic reasons that include:

  1. Growing Demand for Higher Education

  2. Geographic Location

  3. Affordable Cost of Living for Students

  4. Government Support and Initiatives

  5. English-Speaking Environment

  6. Stable Political Environment

These factors together build a stable enough environment for international universities in Malaysia to grow and attract local and foreign students.

International Universities in Malaysia

University

Location in Malaysia

Yearly Intakes

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur

April/July/September 

Monash University Malaysia

Selangor 

February/April/July/September 

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia

Putrajaya

January/April/September 

Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia

Johor

September

Curtin University Malaysia

Sarawak

February/July/November 

Xiamen University Malaysia

Selangor

February/September 

Swinburne University of Technology

Sarawak

February/September 

University of Southampton

Johor

March/July/September

University of Reading Malaysia

Johor

April/September

Royal College of Surgeons In Ireland And University College Dublin

Penang

September 

Why Should You Choose an International University in Malaysia?

International Universities in Malaysia (2)

  1. Global recognition of degrees: Degrees from international universities in Malaysia carry the same recognition as degrees earned at the home campuses.
  2. Multiple admission intakes: One significant advantage of international universities in Malaysia is the flexibility of multiple intakes.
  3. Lower tuition fees compared to home campuses: Tuition fees at the Malaysian branch campuses are lower than those at the home university, even though students earn the same degree.
  4. Access to high-quality facilities and faculty: International universities in Malaysia are known for providing well-equipped facilities. 

The faculty at these universities typically consists of both international and local experts.

Cost of Studying at International Universities in Malaysia

University

Tuition Fees in Malaysia per Year 

(in USD)

Tuition Fees in Home Country per Year  

(in USD)

University of Nottingham Malaysia

8,671 - 12,000

26,745 - 40,000

Monash University Malaysia

7,720 - 10,830

27,660 - 34,570

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia

7,220 - 9,150

26,745 - 33,400

Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia

16,885 - 18,000

50,800 - 60,180 

Curtin University Malaysia

6,754 - 8,440 

20,745 - 31,120

Xiamen University Malaysia

7,220 - 9,629

4,274 - 5,129

Swinburne University of Technology

6,745 - 9,630

20,745 - 34,570

University of Southampton

8,420 - 9,630

26,740 - 33,430

University of Reading Malaysia

7,220 - 9,145

24,100 - 32,100

Royal College of Surgeons In Ireland And University College Dublin

19,270 - 21,680

50,125 - 61,260

Thinking about Choosing Malaysia for Your Higher Education?

Studying at international universities in Malaysia can offer major cost savings compared to attending the same institution in the home country.

But not only the cost of education comes into play when deciding to study abroad. This is why we suggest knowing more about the student life in Malaysia, cost of living in Malaysia, and other facts on our blog.

Visit YourUni Educational Consultancy now to get all the information you need to plan your move to Malaysia! 

 

Written by Shahd Ashraf
Updated 1 month ago | min read

Shahd Ashraf is a reader, a writer, an English teacher, and a lover of classical language. Her passion for language began when she joined a poetry club in college. Shahd’s writing extends beyond words and yearns to connect with the reader on a meaningful level.

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