MalaysiaQS #58Kuala LumpurPublic UniversityTaught in Arabic, English, MalayFully FundedTuition from MYR 60,900 for the whole programmeUniversity of Malaya
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ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Universiti Malaya, Malaysia's oldest and highest-ranked university, offers international students several funding opportunities, including scholarships and fellowships for postgraduate students and research assistantships funded by faculty projects, alongside government and external scholarships. Benefits vary by program. Opportunities are listed on the university's international opportunities page.
Information last verified: October 13, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Total programme tuition for international undergraduates: from RM 60,900 (Islamic studies programmes) to RM 673,200 (Medicine & Surgery); Dentistry RM 655,000. Fees are based on the minimum study period and paid per semester.
Admission for international students
2 accepted exams
Admission for international students
2 accepted exams
Accepted exams and minimum scores
- IELTSBachelor’s5.0
Higher score required for medicine, dentistry, engineering, computer science, business and some other programmes.
- TOEFLBachelor’siBT 60
Two intakes: September (Semester I, applications until about mid-June) and February (Semester II, applications until about mid-November). Application fee RM 300 (up to three programmes). Results in 4–8 weeks. UM does not offer scholarships to international undergraduates, and all international students take a Malay language course.
Official admission announcementAvailable programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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Universiti Malaya Bright Scholarship (PhD) 2027
PhDFully Funded53 majorsApril 30, 2027
Life and living
Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia
Life and living
Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia
Living in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia’s capital and business hub — a multicultural city where much of university life is in English, home to Universiti Malaya and many private universities.
Student housing
Universities help students find housing on campus (residential colleges) or in shared flats. EMGS estimates food at about USD 200 and transport at about USD 15 a month.
Transport for students
Rapid Bulanan 30-day pass: RM150 for unlimited Rapid KL rail and bus, open to non-citizens. The RM50 My50 pass and the 50% student concession are for Malaysians only (2026).
Top landmarks
- Petronas Towers
- KL Tower
- Merdeka Square
- National Mosque
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:DOSM – Department of Statistics MalaysiaMalay Mail – Rapid KL passes 2026EMGS – Cost of living in Malaysia
Studying and living in Malaysia
Costs and living
Tuition for international students varies widely by university and programme, and many universities publish it for the whole programme: • Public universities: for example, a bachelor’s at UTM costs about RM 46,000–76,000 in total, and at USM US$1,560–3,125 per semester; medicine costs much more. • Private universities: usually RM 65,000–165,000 for a whole bachelor’s, with international discounts of 10–50%. • A 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) has applied to international students’ fees at many universities since July 2025. Living costs: about RM 1,500–2,600 a month (around US$320–560): accommodation RM 400–800, food 600–900, transport 100–200, utilities and internet 100–200, personal 200–400. Off-campus housing (2–3-bedroom flat) costs RM 700–1,500 a month plus a three-month deposit.
Working while studying
International students at universities may work part-time up to 20 hours a week with prior Immigration approval; EMGS and universities state this applies during semester breaks. Work is allowed only in approved sectors: restaurants, petrol stations, mini-markets, hotels and on campus. Working as a cashier, singer, musician, masseur, receptionist or student-recruitment agent is not allowed, and breaking the rules can lead to cancellation of the student pass. Credit-bearing internships are permitted. Family: master’s and PhD students can bring a spouse and children on dependant passes; dependants may not work.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in MalaysiaFaculties and programmes
17 faculties · 69 programmes
Faculties and programmes
17 faculties · 69 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishMSMalay- Anthropology
- Digital Media· Bachelor, Master
- Environmental Science· Bachelor, Master
- Geography
- History
- International Relations
- Journalism· Bachelor, Master
- Languages and Literature
- Political Science· Master, PhD
- Public Relations· Bachelor, Master
- Social Work
- Sociology
Faculty of Built Environment
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Architectural Engineering
- Geography
Faculty of Business and Economics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Accounting
- Business Management
- Economics
- Entrepreneurship· Master
- Finance
- Human Resource Management· Master, PhD
- International Business· Master, PhD
- Marketing· Master, PhD
- Supply Chain Management· Master
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity· Master, PhD
- Data Science & Analytics
- Digital Media· Bachelor
- Information Technology (IT)
- Software Engineering
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Faculty of Creative Arts
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishMSMalay- Languages and Literature· Bachelor
- Music
- Theatre & Drama
Faculty of Dentistry
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Dentistry
Faculty of Education
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishMSMalay- Curriculum & Instruction
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Psychology
- Special Education· Master
Faculty of Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering· Master, PhD
- Materials Science & Engineering· Master, PhD
- Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Languages and Linguistics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishMSMalay- Languages and Literature
Faculty of Law
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Human Rights Law
- International Law
Faculty of Medicine
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- General Medicine
- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Nursing
- Public Health· Master, PhD
Faculty of Pharmacy
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Pharmacy
Faculty of Science
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
Faculty of Sports and Exercise Science
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishMSMalay- Sports Science
Academy of Islamic Studies
BachelorMasterPhDARArabicENEnglishMSMalay- Curriculum & Instruction
- Finance· Master, PhD
- Theology & Religious Studies
Academy of Malay Studies
BachelorMasterPhDMSMalay- Languages and Literature
Asia-Europe Institute
MasterPhDENEnglish- International Business· Master
- International Relations
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Tuition waiver, Monthly allowance.
The latest deadline we have is April 30, 2027. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: UM PhD offer letter, Bachelor's and master's transcripts, English test result.
Apply directly on the official website: https://international.um.edu.my/opportunities. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
QS World University Rankings 2026
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