Top 10 Universities in Malaysia for International Students

Top 10 Universities in Malaysia for International Students. This is a article where admissionwar international education desk has tried to prepare a suitable university list in Malaysia. These universities accept foreign student from all over the world. Here we also tried to represent list of top universities in Malaysia. From this content you may get an preliminary abstract knowledge about an university, Admission and application link, Direct website link etc. Let’s check in.

Top 10 Universities in Malaysia for International Students

Malaysia boasts of a vibrant economy, stunning landscapes, and diverse culture. It has partnerships with the leading universities around the world. The local universities in Malaysia are tremendously improving, and therefore the cost of higher education is less than other international destinations. A multicultural environment is ideal for aspiring international students who can learn and grow during a place that’s a cultural melting pot. Most of the institutes offer twinning degree option that helps students in leveraging their career.

1.University of Malaya

University of Malaya is a public research university situated in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It’s the oldest and highest ranking institution of higher education in Malaysia according to 2 international ranking agencies. It has graduated 3 prime ministers of Malaysia, and other political, business, and cultural figures of national prominence.

It belongs to the top 500 universities in the world and the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

University of Malaya at a glance

Motto: “Knowledge is the Source of Progress“ World University Rank (2021): 301–350 Malaysia Rank (2021): 1 Type: Public research university Students: 22,425 Undergraduates:  14,291 Postgraduates: 8,134 Established: 1905 Location: Kuala Lumpur, Lembah Pantai, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact:  corporate@um.edu.my Website: www.um.edu.my

 

2. Tunku Abdul Rahman University

Tunku Abdul Rahman University is a non-profit top private university in Malaysia. It’s known for graduating several notable alumni among Malaysian Chinese community. It’s ranked top 100 in the Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings (2018), and top 600 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2021), placing it second in Malaysia only after University of Malay.

It belongs to the top 1000 universities in the world and the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

Tunku Abdul Rahman University at a glance

Motto: “Broadening Horizons, Transforming Lives“ World University Rank (2021): 501-600 Malaysia Rank (2021): 2 Type: Private (Not-profit) Students: >23,000 Undergraduates: 16,266 Postgraduates: 1,225 Established: 2002 Location: Sungai Long, Selangor, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact: info@utar.edu.my Website: utar.edu.my

 

3.National University of Malaysia

National University of Malaysia (UKM) is a public research university situated in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia. It’s teaching hospital UKMMC is located in Cheras and also has a branch campus in Kuala Lumpur. It’s the among the most prestigious universities in Malaysia and Southeast Asia.

It belongs to the top 1000 universities in the world and the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

National University of Malaysia at a glance

Motto: “Inspiring Futures, Nurturing Possibilities“ World University Rank (2021): 601-800 Malaysia Rank (2021): 3 Type: Public research university Students: 26,961 (2016) Undergraduates:  12,897 (2016) Postgraduates: 14,064 (2016) Established: 1970 Location: Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact: pkk@ukm.edu.my Website: www.ukm.my

 

4.University Putra Malaysia

University Putra Malaysia was first established as an agricultural college, but its focus has expanded more towards other academic fields. Covering both research and teaching outlines, this public university also features a large intake of international postgraduate students.

It belongs to the top 1000 universities in the world and the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

University Putra Malaysia at a glance

Motto: “With Knowledge We Serve“ World University Rank (2021):  601-800 Malaysia Rank (2021): 4 Type: Public research university Students: 28,841 Undergraduates: >15,000 Postgraduates: >13,000 Established: 1931 Location: Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact: marketing@upm.edu.my Website:upm.edu.my

 

5.University of Science, Malaysia

University of Science, Malaysia is a public research university in Malaysia. It’s among the oldest institutes of higher learning in Northern Malaysia. It has 3 campuses:- a main campus on the island of Penang, a health campus in Kelantan and an engineering campus in Nibong Tebal.

It belongs to the top 1000 universities in the world and the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

University of Science at a glance

Motto: “We Lead“ World University Rank (2021): 601-800 Malaysia Rank (2021): 5 Type: Public research university Students: 24,375 (2016) Undergraduates: 17,306 (2016) Postgraduates: 7,069 (2016) Established: 1969 Location: Penang, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact: hello@usm.my Website: www.usm.my

 

6.University of Technology, Malaysia

University of Technology is a premier Malaysian public research intensive university. It specializes in engineering, science and technology. It’s located in Skudai, Iskandar Puteri, Johor and has a branch campus in Kuala Lumpur. University of Technology is a graduate focused university with 56% of it’s student population consisting of postgraduate students, the highest in Malaysia. It has more than 5 thousand international students from more than 120 countries and the highest research university in Malaysia.

It belongs to the top 1000 universities in the world and the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

University of Technology at a glance

Motto: “In the Name of God for Mankind“ World University Rank (2021): 601-800 Malaysia Rank (2021): 6 Type: Public research university Students: 32,325 Undergraduates: 14,538 Postgraduates: 8,775 Doctoral students: 4,555 Established: 1972 Location: Skudai, Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact: corporate@utm.my Website: utm.my

 

7.Petronas University of Technology

Petronas University of Technology, established 10 January 1997.It’s a university that was set up by the government when National Petroleum Limited (PETRONAS) initiated the idea to build the institution. Petronas University of Technology is one of Malaysia’s youngest universities. It offers industry focused academic fields which include engineering, science and technology.

It belongs to the top 1000 universities in the world and the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

Petronas University of Technology at a glance

Motto: “Energising Futures“ World University Rank (2021): 601-800 Malaysia Rank (2021): 7 Type: Private research university Students: >7200 Undergraduates: >6000 Postgraduates: >1200 Established: 1997 Location: Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact: utp@petronas.com.my Website: utp.edu.my

 

8.Northern University of Malaysia

Being one of the top academic institutions in Malaysia for higher education, Northern University of Malaysia went through a major reconstruction on its colleges, offering students a wide array of study fields. Each college has its designed objectives and autonomy in presenting the course outline. It is popular for its refreshing and serene atmosphere as the campus is surrounded by greeneries.

It belongs to the top 1000 universities in the world and the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

Northern University of Malaysia at a glance

Motto: “Scholarship, Virtue, Service“ World University Rank (2021): 601-800 Malaysia Rank (2021): 8  Type: Public Students: 30,670 Undergraduates: 22,932 Postgraduates: 4,597 Other students: 3,141 Established: 1984 Location: Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact: itservices@uum.edu.my Website: uum.edu.my

 

9.National Energy University

National Energy University (UNITEN) is one among the first private universities in Malaysia and is wholly owned by public listed TNB, one among the largest utility companies in South East-Asia.

It belongs to the top 1000 universities in the world and the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

National Energy University  at a glance

Motto: “The Energy University“ World University Rank (2021): 801-1000 Malaysia Rank (2021): 9 Type: Private Students: 8000 Established: 1999 Location: Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact: intadmission@uniten.edu.my Website: www.uniten.edu.my

 

10.University of Kuala Lumpur

University of Kuala Lumpur, based in the heart of Malaysia’s capital and commerce area. It’s one of the country’s leading technical university. The institute aims to provide graduates with the knowledge, skills and attitude required to contribute towards and play major roles in a globalized and knowledge based economy.

It belongs to  the top 10 universities in Malaysia.

University of Kuala Lumpur at a glance

Motto: “Where Knowledge is Applied and Dreams Realized“ World University Rank (2021):  1001+ Malaysia Rank (2021): 10 Type: Private Students: >30,500 Established: 2002 Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Admission Info: Click Here Contact: enquiries@unikl.edu.my Website: www.unikl.edu.my

 

List of Top Universities in Malaysia

(Malaysian University Ranking 2020)

 

Rank	University	Town
1	Universiti Malaya	Kuala Lumpur
2	Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia	Bangi
3	Universiti Sains Malaysia	Georgetown
4	Universiti Putra Malaysia	Seri Kembangan
5	Universiti Teknologi MARA	Shah Alam
6	Universiti Teknologi Malaysia	Johor Bahru
7	Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia	Kuala Lumpur
8	Universiti Malaysia Sarawak	Kota Samarahan
9	Universiti Utara Malaysia	Sintok
10	Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman	Kajang
11	Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris	Tanjong Malim
12	Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia	Batu Pahat
13	Universiti Malaysia Sabah	Kota Kinabalu
14	Universiti Malaysia Pahang	Kuantan
15	Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia	Nilai
16	Multimedia University	Cyberjaya
17	Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin	Kuala Terengganu
18	Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka	Ayer Keroh
19	Universiti Kuala Lumpur	Kuala Lumpur
20	Universiti Malaysia Kelantan	Pengkalan Chepa
21	Universiti Malaysia Terengganu	Kuala Terengganu
22	Universiti Tenaga Nasional	Kajang
23	INTI International University	Putera Nilai
24	Universiti Perubatan Antarabangsa	Kuala Lumpur
25	Universiti Malaysia Perlis	Arau
26	Universiti Selangor	Bestari Jaya
27	Al-Madinah International University	Shah Alam
28	Universiti Teknologi Petronas	Tronoh
29	Taylor’s University	Subang Jaya
30	HELP University	Kuala Lumpur
31	Management and Science University	Shah Alam
32	UCSI University	Kuala Lumpur
33	Sunway University	Petaling Jaya
34	Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia	Kuala Lumpur
35	Perdana University	Seri Kembangan
36	Universiti AIMST	Bedong
37	UNITAR International University	Petaling Jaya
38	Asia e University	Subang Jaya
39	Universiti Tun Abdul Razak	Kuala Lumpur
40	Quest International University Perak	Ipoh
41	Malaysia University of Science and Technology	Petaling Jaya
42	International University of Malaya-Wales	Kuala Lumpur
43	Universiti Antarabangsa AlBukhary	Alor Setar
44	Manipal International University	Petaling Jaya
Un	Universiti Teknologi Kreatif Limkokwing	Cyberjaya