MalaysiaQS #251PerakPrivate UniversityTaught in EnglishFully FundedTuition from MYR 110,000 for the whole programmePETRONAS University of Technology
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Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) in Malaysia, owned by PETRONAS, offers scholarships through the YUTP foundation aimed mainly at high-achieving Malaysian students in engineering and technology, alongside funding for research postgraduates — including international students — through fellowships and research projects. Conditions vary by program. Details are on the types of funds page.
Information last verified: October 13, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Total tuition for international undergraduates (from May 2026): Business Management RM 110,000; Computing & applied sciences RM 123,700; Geoscience RM 142,700; Civil/Computer Engineering RM 156,500; Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Petroleum Engineering RM 165,000; Integrated Engineering RM 240,000. Plus 6% SST, a RM 11,000 registration fee and EMGS fees (about RM 3,500 a year).
Available programmes
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Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS Graduate Assistantship (PhD)
PhDFully Funded16 majorsRolling admissions (open all year)
Life and living
Perak · Malaysia
Life and living
Perak · Malaysia
Living in Perak
A state in north-western Malaysia with Ipoh as its capital, home to Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) in Seri Iskandar.
Student housing
UTP hostel fees are RM280–1,000 a month depending on the room type (fees effective May 2026).
Transport for students
EMGS (Education Malaysia Global Services) estimates student transport at about USD 15 a month.
Top landmarks
Kellie's Castle
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Ubudiah Mosque
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Lenggong Valley
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
2 faculties · 13 programmes
Faculties and programmes
2 faculties · 13 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 Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Science· Master, PhD
- Geology
- Mechanical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
Faculty of Science and Information Technology
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Business Management
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Information Technology (IT)
- Mathematics· Master, PhD
- Physics
Scholarships to study at this university
Scholarships from other funders that include this university among their partner universities.
Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Tuition covered, RM3,000 monthly allowance.
Rolling admissions (open all year). Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Supervisor's approval, PhD application with transcripts and English result.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.utp.edu.my. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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Rank#251
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