Study in Malaysia

Malaysia is the preferred destination of students from around the globe because:

Malaysia Offers a Wide Range of Internationally Recognition Qualifications via:

Trans-national Education & International Affiliations
Malaysia is a pioneer in this region in the development and promotion of transnational bachelor’s degree programme. Since the early 1980s, Malaysia has collaborated with reputable universities from countries like the UKthe US, New Zealand and Australia for internationally recognized qualifications.

Unique bachelor’s degree programmes such as “2+1″ twinning degrees and “3+0″ degrees offer international students an extensive range of study options that meet their budget and academic needs. Further, students can use this opportunity to experience life as a student in an Asian as well as western setting.

Provide the Opportunity to Make International Contacts and to Experience Different Cultures
International students will benefit from an “Asian” experience within Malaysia’s multiethnic environment. Studying in Malaysia allows you to take acquaintances with international students from all over the world. These experiences and networks will give you a competitive advantage in an evolving globalised world.

Low Cost of Living and Affordable Tuition Fees – Everybody Can Study overseas

The cost of living for international students studying in Malaysia could be as low as RM12,000 per annum which is approximately USD3,750. As such, the affordable cost of living cost combined with the cheaper tuition fee result in great savings when you choose to study in Malaysia.

The city of Kuala Lumpur offers you a high quality lifestyle at a lower cost compared to many other metropolitan cities in the world. Kuala Lumpur city was rated among the least expensive cities in the world by EXA International in its 2010 survey.

English language – An International Language
English is used as the primary medium of instruction for all courses conducted at private higher educational institutions. Postgraduate programmes at public universities are in English, which is the second language in Malaysia.

Malaysia is an excellent place for international students from non-English speaking countries to learn English.

English is widely spoken and studying in Malaysia will help students improve their English.

Quality Education – Assured by Legislation
Malaysia is committed to providing quality education. The stringent internal assurance by the universities as well as the Malaysian Qualifications Agency Act 2007 (replacing the National Accreditation Board Act 1996) and Private Higher Education Institutions Act 1996 will ensure is of high standard.

Career Relevant Courses with In-Demand Skills – for Greater Employability
Most of the higher educational institutions in Malaysia work closely with the industry and foreign partner universities to ensure that the courses offered are up-to-date and market relevant. These career relevant courses which help students develop the knowledge and skills they need at the workplace will enhance their employability when they graduate.

Simple and Hassle Free Way to Obtain Student Pass
The Malaysia Immigration Department has a simple and hassle free system for international students to gain entry into Malaysia. Obtaining a visa and a student pass for fulltime study in Malaysia is a quick and easy process.

Students can also apply to bring along their spouse or family members while they are studying here.

Working While You Study
Student with a valid student pass are allowed to work in specific sectors. Subject to other immigration requirements, students are allowed to work part-time for a maximum of 20 Hour per week during semester breaks or holidays of more than seven days.

Politically Stable and Geographically Safe Country
Malaysia is a politically stable and safe country. The country enjoys a tropical climate which is warm and humid throughout the year and is also geographically-safe from major natural disasters.