Malaysia is the most sought study destination in the Asian community when it comes to studying abroad in a budget. Now coming to our country Bangladesh has secured quite a position in Malaysia in terms of international students. Looking at the facts Malaysia has been home to 1300000 to 170000 international students but it might increase and go up to 250000 students by 2025 according to the Malaysia government.
The country holds world class universities not only of their own but branches of other foreign universities. The students get to choose their desired subjects from vast number of choices. The society of Malaysia is modern, progressive and multicultural enabling a dynamic and affordable lifestyle.
Every year students from both English medium and Bengali medium after completing their higher secondary exams apply to study in prestigious universities in Malaysia. For first timer it can be very confusing with all the visa procedures and the amending to the requirements. So here in SPS Bangladesh we will be your guide for it.
Reasons for studying in Malaysia
Before jumping into the whole system of Malaysia Education system. How about we look into the reasons why you should study in Malaysia.
- The affordability of the university fees and living cost with world class education system.
- Diversified food cuisine making everyday a taste able palette of food for students.
- No problem of language barrier as throughout Malaysia they speak in English. Instead you may one learn one or two new language on the go.
- The country has soothing and tropical climate all year around. So you don’t have to worry about suffering in bad weather.
- It is a multicultural country where you will find people of different religion and culture. Giving you an opportunity to be the citizen of the world not just Malaysia.
- For any International student this is the most important which is feeling safe in a foreign country. And rest assured Malaysia is the safest place in Asia.
- Easy and the quickest visa procedure.
This are the reasons why you should study in Malaysia without any doubt. Besides if you are able to get a foreign degree within the same costing that you would need to pay for the universities in Bangladesh then why not go for Malaysia.
Basic Admission Requirements in Malaysia for International Students
The universities in Malaysia offers various programs for International Students. The requirements for those courses may vary depending on the choice of the university. But still we have complied up the basic requirements needed for international students in Malaysia Universities for your understanding.
For Undergraduate: SSC/ HSC or O’level /A’ level with a minimum GPA of 3.50 out of 5.00
For Post Graduate: Bachelor’s Degree with minimum CGPA of 2.5 out of 4.0.
IELTS: 4.00- 6.5
Top Universities of Malaysia
Malaysia has many world-class universities under of its own. But other then they also have branches of many foreign universities like Taylor University, SEGI University and many others. The universities in Malaysia are classified in three type. The public, private and foreign universities. The fees of the universities are affordable here we have compiled some of the famous universities.
| Top Public Universities in Malaysia | Top Private Universities in Malaysia | Foreign University Branches |
| Universiti Malaya | Taylor’s University | Heriot Watt University |
| Universiti Sains Malaysia | UCSI University | University of Southampton |
| Universiti Utara Malaysia | Help University | University of Reading |
| Universiti Putra Malaysia | Multimedia University | Newcastle University Medicine |
| Universiti Teknologi Mara | SEGi University | Curtin University |
| University Malaysia Sabah | University of Nottingham | Swinburne University of Technology |
| University of Malaysia Pahang | Inti International University | Xiamen University |
| Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia | Sunway University | Monash University |
Education System in Malaysia
So far we have looked into the various universities of Malaysia now let us look into the education system of Malaysia.
- Primary Education and Secondary Education: Both the education is a cumulative of 11 years. In more clear words this covers the basic education of the kids.
- Post-Secondary Education: This is education taken before the entry of the universities. They are usually of 1-2 years.
- Tertiary Education: Unlike the above two system this one is open for international students. Which means this is the education where the kids go for university. And as we have seen above that there are three type of universities in Malaysia and all are open for the admission of international students.
Top Courses and Programs in Malaysia
Malaysia Universities has varieties of courses for its student to choose from. Which can be any of the courses be it MBBS, Engineering, Business, or whatever the students heart desires. Here is a list of the popular courses that the Malaysia Universities have to offer.
| Name of the Courses | Level of study | Available Universities |
| Tourist and Hospitality Management | Bachelor’s /Masters | UOW Malaysia, Taylor’s University, SEGi University, Asia Pacific University of Technology |
| Computer Science | Bachelor’s /Masters | University of Malaya, Taylor’s University, SEGi University, Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation |
| Engineering | Bachelor’s / Science | Universiti Malaya, Taylor’s University , University of Nottingham,University Sains Malaysia |
| Medicine and Health Care | Bachelor’s / Master’s | Universiti of Malaya, Taylor’s Universiti, IIUM |
| Banking and Finanace | Bavhelor’s / Masters | University of Malaya, SEGi University, Taylor’s University, |
Average Tuition Fees for International Students in Malaysia
The tuition fees can vary depending on the choice of the subjects, choice of universities and mostly importantly the degree they are choosing to study. Like the fees for an undergraduate and a PHD level programme will not be same. However we have listed down the estimated cost that the student might have to bare according to their selection of degree and the rest.
Private Universities
- Undergraduate : MYR 9800- MYR 22050
Post Graduate: MYR 2450- MYR 19000
PhD Programs: MYR 7000- MYR 12000
Public Universities
- Undergraduate: MYR 6615- MYR 45750
Post Graduate: MYR 7350- MYR 14700
PhD Programs: MYR 9000- MYR 12000
Scholarships offered by Malaysia for International Students
Although we have known the fact that the tuition fees of the universities in Malaysia are relatively low. But receiving any kind of scholarship, tuition waiver or any kind of financial aid is always a blessing for an international student. Usually both the government of Malaysia and the universities both provide various types of scholarships such as Malaysia Government Scholarship, Malaysia Common Wealth Scholarship, and Malaysia International Bursaries etc.
Visa Requirements In Malaysia For Bangladeshi Students
In order to study in Malaysia the students to apply for student pass. There are papers works that are required for the application. Once all the documents are handed over properly rest of the work is done by the EMGS. EMGS which means Education Malaysia Global Service is part of the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education. They official deal with all the procedures regarding the export of international students starting from the visa processing till the arrival of the student in Malaysia. In short in can be a said a one stop for the international students in Malaysia. So without further delay let’s look into the documents required for the process.
- One passport size photograph of the student with white background. (35mm X 45mm)
- A copy of valid passport which much include the observation page, validity of passport till 18 months or more.
- Copy of offer letter sent by the university
- Health Declaration Form
- All the education certificates and transcripts of the student and any additional paper required by the institution.
- A personal bond needs to be signed in behalf of the student by all the Educational Institute of Malaysia by the Immigration Department of the country. The money the student will pay to the university will be returned after completing of your degree or in case of with drawl form the institute.
- Prove of English Proficiency which includes (IELTS, MUET, TOEF ibt, PTE Academic online also acceptable, )
- An authorization letter will be sent by the university which needs to be attached to the student pass application. Authorization letter is given so to show that the representative from the university will be handling the further process of visa of the student.
- Must upload the Pre-Val Medical Report if the test is done by the registered clinic under EMGS then all the procedures will be done by them but if not then the test must be conducted in English and the student must ask its institute for further process.
- Lastly a fees will be required to be given to the EMGS that will be set according to the university.
