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Studying in Malaysia

International degrees at a substantially more accessible cost.

$4,000–12,000 / yearTuition
$500–800 / monthCost of living
EnglishLanguage
January, May, SeptemberMain intakes

Malaysia hosts campuses of British and Australian universities. The degree is awarded by the home university, while tuition and living costs are several times lower.

Why students choose it

  • A British or Australian degree on a much smaller budget
  • Low living costs with a high-quality urban environment
  • The option to transfer to a campus in the UK or Australia
  • Flexible intakes several times a year

Who it suits

  • Students on a limited budget who want an international degree
  • Those planning to finish part of the programme in the UK
  • Students looking at Asia as a job market

What tuition costs

$4,000–12,000 a year for tuition. Accommodation, food and transport come to roughly $500–800 a month.

Can you work

Limited part-time work is allowed during holidays, subject to visa conditions.

After graduation

Graduates go on to a master's in the UK or Australia, or enter the South-East Asian job market.

Safety

Kuala Lumpur is a large international city with developed student infrastructure and an English-speaking environment.

Universities

For this destination we select universities individually: programmes and fees differ considerably between campuses.

Parents’ questions

Is the degree genuinely British?
On branch campus and partner programmes the degree is awarded by the home university. Check this before applying.
What IELTS score is needed?
Usually 5.5–6.0; some universities accept an internal test.

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