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Study permit · Malaysia

Study in Malaysia

Diverse higher education options and an international learning environment for students seeking world-class study opportunities in Asia.

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Intakes
Jan · May · Sep
Monthly budget
MYR 1,500 – 2,500
Visa handled by
EMGS

Why Malaysia

Why consider Malaysia?

Malaysia offers a unique blend of local excellence and global partnerships — earn a UK, Australian or US degree at a fraction of the cost.

Campus in Malaysia
Study in Malaysia

  • Global hub

    A vibrant international community connecting East and West.

  • Quality education

    Top-ranked Asian universities and international branch campuses.

  • Cost-effective

    Very affordable tuition and living costs compared to Western countries.

Academic opportunities

Popular study areas

  • Business & Commerce
  • Information Technology
  • Engineering
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Medicine & Pharmacy
  • Islamic Finance
  • Creative Multimedia
  • Accounting

Institutions & universities

Program availability varies by university.

  • Public & private universities

    Highly ranked institutions offering internationally recognised degrees with modern facilities.

  • International branch campuses

    Study at UK or Australian branch campuses (e.g. Monash, Nottingham) at a fraction of the cost.

Student life in Malaysia

Admission

Entry requirements

What Malaysian universities generally look for at each study level.

  • Academic background

    O-Levels / A-Levels or equivalent for bachelor's programs.

  • Foundation year

    Many students take a 1-year Foundation program before their bachelor's.

  • Postgraduate entry

    A recognised bachelor's degree with a good CGPA for master's admission.

Language

English language requirements

Demonstrate English proficiency with globally recognised tests or Malaysia's own MUET.

Requirements vary by university and programme.

  • IELTS 5.5 – 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 60 – 79
  • PTE 50 – 58
  • MUET Band 3 – 4

Plan your budget

Tuition & living costs

Malaysia offers modern amenities, excellent food and comfortable transport at a low cost.

Tuition

Bachelor's degree
MYR 40,000 – 80,000 total
Master's degree
MYR 30,000 – 60,000 total
International branch campuses
MYR 100,000+ total

Living expenses

Average monthly budget
MYR 1,500 – 2,500 (≈ US$350 – 600)

Intakes

  1. January / February

    Main intake

  2. May / June

    Mid-year intake

  3. September

    Autumn intake

Step by step

Your journey to Malaysia

The application process with VisaBridge International.

  1. 01

    Profile Match

    Match your profile with the right university and program.

  2. 02

    Submit Application

    Prepare and submit your university application.

  3. 03

    Offer Letter

    Receive your offer and accept your place.

  4. 04

    EMGS & Visa

    Student pass processed centrally through EMGS.

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Visa / study permit

Visa requirements

The student visa process is managed centrally by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS).

  • Offer letter from a Malaysian institution
  • Complete medical examination report
  • Academic transcripts & certificates
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Passport data pages
  • Passport-size photographs (white background)

After graduation

Work & career prospects

  • Global degrees, local cost

    Branch campuses award the same degree as their home university.

  • Asian career hub

    Build a network in one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing economies.

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