English-medium degrees at Southeast Asian prices

STUDY IN MALAYSIA

Twinning degrees from UK and Australian universities, vibrant campus life in KL, and a 12-month Graduate Pass to kick-start your career.

Breathtaking skyline of Kuala Lumpur at dusk
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur skyline featuring the KL Tower
KL Skyline
Academic buildings on a Malaysian university campus
Top Universities
Graduate student celebrating in a park in Malaysia
Student Life

Why students choose this country

Why Malaysia?

The four facts that matter most when weighing your options — including the honest catch.

Post-study work

The Graduate Pass lets degree graduates stay for 12 months to work part-time or seek full-time roles — no employer sponsor needed upfront.

Standout strength

Universiti Malaya ranks top-100 globally, and Monash and Taylor's offer UK/Australian degrees at Malaysian prices.

Cost positioning

Tuition runs MYR 25k–60k per year — a fraction of UK/US costs — with low living expenses and English as the teaching language.

The honest caveat

English-medium job opportunities are growing but selective, and some degree recognitions vary — choose accredited programs.

Live from our university dataset

Top Universities We Work With

A curated shortlist of Malaysia's best-known institutions. Every name and institution type below is pulled live from our compiled database of 156 Malaysia universities.

University of Malaya

Kuala LumpurUniversity

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

BangiUniversity

Universiti Putra Malaysia

SerdangUniversity

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Johor BahruUniversity

Universiti Sains Malaysia

PenangUniversity

Monash University Malaysia

Petaling JayaUniversity

Taylor's University

Subang JayaUniversity

Sunway University

Petaling JayaUniversity

UCSI University

Kuala LumpurUniversity

Advance Tertiary College

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Aimst University

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Al Madinah International University

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Al-Bukhari International University

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Asia E University

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Asia Metropolitan University

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

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Baitulmal Management Institute (IPB)

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Binary University College of Managemant & Entrepreneurship

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Brickfields Asia College

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British Malaysian Institute

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City University Malaysia

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Curtin University of Technology, Sarawak Campus

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Cyberjaya University College of Medical Science

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Darul Hikmah Islamic College

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Darul Naim College of Technology

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Darul Quran Islamic College University

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Darul Takzim Institute of Technology

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Darul Ulum Islamic College

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FTMS Global Academy

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Geomatika University Malaysia

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German Malaysian Institute

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HELP University

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Iact College

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Institut Prima Bestari - Pine Academy

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Institute of Teachers Education, Batu Lintang

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Institute of Teachers Education, Darul Aman

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Institute of Teachers Education, Dato' Razali Ismail

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Institute of Teachers Education, Ilmu Khas

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Institute of Teachers Education, Ipoh

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Data: compiled university database for Malaysia. Featured institutions are highlighted.

What students actually study

Popular Courses

Programs students from India most often pursue in this country.

Business & AccountingInformation TechnologyEngineeringMedicine & Health SciencesHospitality & TourismMedia & DesignActuarial Science

Budget reality check

What It Costs

Annual ranges for international students, tuition and living combined, based on current research.

Tuition

MYR 25k–60k per year depending on university and twinning program

Living costs

MYR 15k–25k per year — KL is affordable by international standards

Approximate estimate for planning only. Twinning programs cost more but deliver a foreign university's degree locally.

The paperwork that matters

Visa & Intake Essentials

What to plan for before you apply — visa class, financial proof, documents, and intake windows.

Student visa

Student Pass (eVAL + endorsement)

Proof of funds

Show tuition plus ~MYR 1,000–1,500/month for living costs

Post-study work

Graduate Pass (Social Visit Pass)

12 months after graduation

Intakes

FebruarySeptemberRolling intakes at private universities
Typical documents
  • Offer of admission / registration letter
  • eVAL and visa approval letter
  • Passport with 18+ months validity
  • Proof of funds / bank statement
  • Health insurance and medical exam (as required)

Where Quilon steps in

How Quilon Helps You Get There

The same six-step guidance we give every student, tuned to this country's visa rules and application cycles.

Counseling & University Selection

We match you to public research universities and private campuses in KL — including twinning degrees from UK and Australian universities.

Applications & Documentation

University and twinning-program applications, transcripts, and the documents EMGS expects.

Visa Counseling & Interview Prep

We guide your Student Pass application through EMGS from eVAL to endorsement for a smooth arrival.

Test Preparation

IELTS/TOEFL for English-medium entry and any professional exams your course requires.

Scholarships & Funding

Malaysian government and university scholarships plus merit awards at private institutions.

Pre-Departure & Arrival Support

Housing leads in KL and Penang, Student Pass collection, bank and mobile setup, and orientation.

Next step

Book a Free Consultation

A free consultation shows how an accredited Malaysian degree — or a UK/Australian twinning degree — fits your budget.