Menara Mutiara Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

Study in Malaysia

Study in Malaysia — a world-class education in the heart of Asia.

Recognised degrees, English-taught programmes and affordable living in a multicultural, welcoming country. Based in Kuala Lumpur, we help you choose, apply and settle in.

Why Malaysia

Six reasons students choose Malaysia

Recognised qualifications

Programmes accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency, including dual, twinning and franchised degrees with international partner universities.

Affordable costs

Tuition fees and living costs are generally lower than in many Western destinations — without compromising on quality.

English-taught programmes

English is widely used on campus and in daily life, making it easy to study, make friends and get around.

International campuses

Study at Malaysian universities or international branch campuses and gain a globally connected education.

Multicultural & welcoming

A diverse society with Malay, Chinese, Indian and international communities — and familiar food, faiths and festivals.

A hub for Asia

Kuala Lumpur is well connected by air, putting home and the rest of Asia within easy reach.

The process

How to study in Malaysia, step by step

  1. Consultation & shortlist

    We assess your profile and recommend Malaysian universities and courses that fit your goals and budget.

  2. Application & offer

    We prepare and submit your applications and help you accept the right offer.

  3. Student pass via EMGS

    Your university submits the student pass application to EMGS. We help you get every document right.

  4. Arrival in Kuala Lumpur

    After arrival, complete your medical screening and registration — with our post-arrival guidance.

Universities

Malaysian institutions we work with

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  • Taylor's University logo
  • Sunway University logo
  • Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) logo
  • UCSI University logo
  • Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) logo
  • Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) logo
  • SEGi University & Colleges logo
  • INTI International University & Colleges logo
  • Management & Science University (MSU) logo
  • University of Cyberjaya logo
  • INCEIF University logo
  • Al-Madinah International University (MEDIU) logo
  • University Malaysia of Computer Science & Engineering (UNIMY) logo
  • Lincoln University College logo
  • ALFA University College logo
  • Veritas University College logo
  • Brickfields Asia College (BAC) logo
  • YES International College logo

Study in Malaysia FAQs

Your questions, answered

Visit our office in Menara Mutiara Bangsar or message us for advice on your plans.

Can international students study in Malaysia?

Yes. Malaysia welcomes international students at private and public universities and colleges, with programmes from Diploma to PhD. Most international students need a student pass, which is processed through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS).

Are degrees from Malaysian universities recognised?

Malaysian programmes are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), and several institutions offer degrees in partnership with, or as branch campuses of, universities from the UK, Australia and elsewhere. We help you check recognition for your career plans and home country.

Are programmes taught in English?

Most programmes at private universities are taught in English. Universities usually ask for proof of English proficiency, such as IELTS or TOEFL results, or an alternative accepted by the university.

How does the Malaysian student pass process work?

Once you accept an offer, your university submits your student pass application to EMGS. After approval you receive a letter allowing you to travel, then complete a medical screening and pass endorsement after arriving. We guide you through the documents at every stage.

When are the intakes?

Many programmes have more than one intake each year, often around January/February, May and September. Exact dates depend on the university and course, so we will confirm the intakes for your shortlist.

Your success story begins here

Start your Malaysian study journey.

Talk to an expert counsellor about your goals. We will map out the right course, university and country — and every step to get there.

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