Universities in Malaysia for international students

City University has always been the preferred choice for international students seeking a world-class higher education. CityU is located in the heart of Petaling Jaya only a few kilometers of the nation’s capital city, Kuala Lumpur and the university has easy access to the main city square. CityU which is registered and accredited by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education is one of the most sought after private institutions in the country, owing to its quality education and modern facilities. 

Originally established in 1993, Asian Pacific University is set up as a modern university of technology and innovation with one of the most unique learning environments in Malaysia. Located in the capital Kuala Lumpur, APU has become of the leading higher institutions in the country welcoming students from over 130 countries around the world.

The International Medical University (IMU), founded in 1992, is Malaysia's leading private medical and healthcare university offering undergraduate and postgraduate courses. IMU is the first university in Malaysia that offers conventional and complementary medicine, all under one roof. Being a specialist university with 100% focus on medicine, health sciences and complementary medicine programmes, the university encourages Innovation, Imagination and Insight among its students and staff to develop a competency framework that ensures IMU graduates are work-ready, knowledgeable, competent and caring healthcare professionals who are critical thinkers, reflective and yet proactive.

UCSI University (Best Private University) is a leading institution of higher learning with campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Spring hill (Port Dickson), Kuching and Terengganu, Malaysia. Our faculties, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to meet student needs, offer a wide spectrum of academic programmes, ranging from Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Engineering, and Architecture to Music, Multimedia, Education, Liberal Arts and Hospitality. Kuala Lumpur Campus is situated on a 20-acres piece of land, the Campus is located in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur with convenient access to numerous facilities including banks, restaurants, transportation services, entertainment, and accommodation.

UCSI University (Best Private University) is a leading institution of higher learning with campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Spring hill (Port Dickson), Kuching and Terengganu, Malaysia. Our faculties, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to meet student needs, offer a wide spectrum of academic programmes, ranging from Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Engineering, and Architecture to Music, Multimedia, Education, Liberal Arts and Hospitality. Kuching Campus is situated at the Isthmus in Kuching, Sarawak, the campus offers a dynamic & stimulating environment in which to study foundation studies, business, accounting and finance, as well as hospitality and tourism management.

Established in 1821 as the world’s first mechanics institute, Heriot-Watt has a rich heritage and an established reputation as a leading research-led university. Heriot-Watt University Malaysia’s purpose-built campus opened to students in Putrajaya in September 2014 and the formal launch took place on 12 February 2015. The £35m campus sits on 4.8 acres in a stunning lakeside location providing exceptional educational facilities in an excellent environment, close to the Putrajaya marina and its modern leisure and sports facilities. The campus is a state-of-the-art teaching and learning environment, reflecting our status as a leading provider of high-quality, professionally orientated education, knowledge transfer and research.

Established in 2000, Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus is the international branch campus of Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia. The Sarawak campus opened in Kuching, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Sarawak, in 2000. The campus is a partnership between Swinburne Australia and the Sarawak government. This campus is an integral part of Swinburne Australia's long-term strategy to globalize its operations and provide opportunities for its students to live, work, and learn abroad.

Taylor’s University is a part of the Taylor’s Education Group that comprises of the university, several schools, colleges, vocational and training centers. Established in 1969, the school offered educational services as a bridging institution for students who move forward to get university degrees.

Limkokwing University turns students into achievers, enthusiasts into professionals, and talents into artists aided by cutting-edge technologies, world-class facilities, and industry-driven programs. The campus's unique learning students hone their crafts and sharpen their skills through various activities and events held on campus all through the year. The Limkokwing Plaza is an effective cultural hub where students from every corner of the world get together to share and experience new cuisines, art, and cultures. The Plaza also hosts product launches, cultural festivals, and a fashion show every Thursday.

Set within 82 acres of landscaped grounds, the university is located in the lively town of Putra Nilai, offering all the facilities and amenities you need as you immerse in a multi-cultural learning experience.

Curtin University is a thriving international student academic destination with a wider international family of over 51 000 students spread across Australia and South East Asia.

SEGi University and Colleges (SEGi) was launched as Systematic College in 1977 in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s commercial district. The university is renowned for its excellent academic environment and is home to more than 25,000 students.

Founded in 1997, Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) is one of the first private universities in Malaysia and is wholly-owned by the public-listed Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), one of the largest utility companies in South East-Asia. UNITEN operates on two campuses; the main campus is in Putrajaya and the branch campus is in Bandar Muadzam Shah, Pahang. It is a distinctive, thriving academic community which makes a clear and immediate impact though it’s alliance with a global audience and a modern world of employment and entrepreneurship. Our purpose is to change lives – of individuals and communities - for the better.

Founded in 1997, Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) is one of the first private universities in Malaysia and is wholly-owned by the public-listed Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), one of the largest utility companies in South East-Asia. UNITEN operates on two campuses; the main campus is in Putrajaya and the branch campus is in Bandar Muadzam Shah, Pahang. Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Campus (KSHAS) in Bandar Muadzam Shah, Pahang, offers courses in Accountancy, Finance, Marketing, Human Resource and Business Management.

Multimedia University has a history of more than two decades in the education industry. It has undergone many changes but has always maintained its vision and mission, which is to achieve the highest standards in terms of providing the highest teaching and service performance to students, faculty, and students. community.

Multimedia University has a history of more than two decades in the education industry. MMU (Melaka Campus) is located strategically in the vicinity of serene residential areas, booming industrial sites and the scenic Ayer Keroh tourist spot. It currently houses Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Information Science and Technology, Faculty of Business, Faculty of Law, Learning Institute for Empowerment and the Institute for Postgraduate Studies.

Multimedia University has a history of more than two decades in the education industry. It has undergone many changes but has always maintained its vision and mission, which is to achieve the highest standards in terms of providing the highest teaching and service performance to students, faculty, and students. community.

Established in 2002, Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) is the leading entrepreneurial technical university in Malaysia ased in the heart of Malaysia’s capital and commerce area. The university aims to provide our graduates with the knowledge, skills and attitude required to contribute towards society in an effort to play major roles in a globalised and knowledge-based economy.

Established in 2002, Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) is the leading entrepreneurial technical university in Malaysia ased in the heart of Malaysia’s capital and commerce area. The university aims to provide our graduates with the knowledge, skills and attitude required to contribute towards society in an effort to play major roles in a globalised and knowledge-based economy.

The Universiti Putra Malaysia was first opened in 1931 as an agricultural college. As a multidisciplinary university with a long history of 89 years, Universiti Putra Malaysia is world-renowned for its outstanding educational and academic disciplines and courses, which have made great contributions to its knowledge and develop qualified human capital since 1931.

Raffles University is the university of the Future. We are at the cutting egde of higher education in both teaching and learning and business practices. Our innovative and stimulating programmes promote - doing while learning and learning while doing. We were established by Raffles Iskandar Sdn. Bhd., a joint venture between Raffles Education Corporation Limited and Education@Iskandar Sdn Bhd (EISB), a member of the Iskandar Investment Group.

Binary University is a specialist university for Management, IT and Entrepreneurship. The university produces a unique breed of graduates called Industry Specialist Professional (ISP) graduates who are equipped with industry-specific skills. In addition to this, all of its graduates are provided with extensive entrepreneurial skills to enable them to climb the corporate ladder faster as entrepreneurs or to start their own business as entrepreneurs. Binary offers PhDs, Doctorate, Masters as well as Bachelor degree programmes and is patronized by international students from over 60 countries. 

University Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) is one of the most prestigious university in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. The mission of Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia is to maintain a safe, healthy and attractive campus environment for UKM students, faculty, staff and visitors by providing everything you need under one roof.

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) is one of the leading research universities in Malaysia. UPM Group was established in 1971 by the merger of the College of Agriculture of Malaya and the College of Agriculture of the University of Malaya. Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu Sarawak Campus (UPMKB) is a branch campus of UPM and currently consists of one faculty, the Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences. UPMKB is situated 13 km from the town of Bintulu and is surrounded by lush green forest rich with many different types of flora and fauna.

University Kebangsan Malaysia (UKM) is a public university located in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor which is at south of Kuala Lumpur. UKM is one of the most prestigious university in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. The mission of Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia is to maintain a safe, healthy and attractive campus environment for UKM students, faculty, staff and visitors by providing everything you need under one roof.

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a leading innovation-driven entrepreneurial research university in engineering science and technology. It is located both in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia and Johor Bahru, the southern city in Iskandar Malaysia, which is a vibrant economic corridor in the south of Peninsular Malaysia.

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a leading innovation-driven entrepreneurial research university in engineering science and technology. UTM Kuala Lumpur (UTMKL) is a graduate campus of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), and is under the same corporate structure as its main campus in Johor Bahru, Johor. UTMKL is in its own local community affiliated with UTM, offers leading-edge programmes at bachelor and graduate degree levels and provides services both locally and internationally.

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a leading innovation-driven entrepreneurial research university in engineering science and technology. UTM Kuala Lumpur (UTMKL) is a graduate campus of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), and is under the same corporate structure as its main campus in Johor Bahru, Johor. UTMKL is in its own local community affiliated with UTM, offers leading-edge programmes at bachelor and graduate degree levels and provides services both locally and internationally.

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a leading innovation-driven entrepreneurial research university in engineering science and technology. UTM Kuala Lumpur (UTMKL) is a graduate campus of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), and is under the same corporate structure as its main campus in Johor Bahru, Johor. UTMKL is in its own local community affiliated with UTM, offers leading-edge programmes at bachelor and graduate degree levels and provides services both locally and internationally.

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a leading innovation-driven entrepreneurial research university in engineering science and technology. UTM Kuala Lumpur (UTMKL) is a graduate campus of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), and is under the same corporate structure as its main campus in Johor Bahru, Johor. UTMKL is in its own local community affiliated with UTM, offers leading-edge programmes at bachelor and graduate degree levels and provides services both locally and internationally.