Malaysia has become one of the fastest-growing study destinations for international students, offering world-class education, affordable tuition fees, and a multicultural learning environment. Over 130,000+ international students from more than 150 countries are currently studying in Malaysia, making it one of Asia’s most popular education hubs.
This guide provides a complete Malaysian universities for international students, along with details about rankings, courses, tuition costs, and why Malaysia should be your next study destination.
Malaysia offers a perfect balance between quality education and affordability. Here are some major reasons why thousands of students from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Africa, and the Middle East choose Malaysia:
Affordable Tuition Fees: Malaysian universities offer world-class programs at nearly half the cost of studying in the UK, Australia, or the USA.
Global Recognition: Many universities in Malaysia have international partnerships with UK and Australian institutions.
Safe & Multicultural Environment: Malaysia is known for its peace, safety, and friendly people.
English-Medium Education: Most programs are taught entirely in English.
Easy Visa Process: The Malaysian student visa process is simple and fast for Bangladeshi students.
Work Opportunities: International students can work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during semester breaks.
If you’re looking for low-cost options, here are some of the cheapest universities in Malaysia offering quality education:
| University Name | Average Tuition (USD/year) | Popular Courses |
| Management and Science University (MSU) | 2,000–3,500 | Business, Medicine |
| Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) | 1,800–3,000 | Engineering, Technology |
| Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP) | 2,000–3,200 | Civil & Mechanical Engineering |
| SEGi University | 3,000–4,500 | Business, Nursing, IT |
| University Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) | 2,500–3,800 | Environmental Science, ICT |
Business Administration
Computer Science & IT
Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical)
Medicine & Health Sciences
Hospitality & Tourism Management
Architecture & Design
Data Science & AI
These courses are in high demand and offer excellent career prospects both in Malaysia and globally.
Before applying, every international student must obtain a Malaysia Student Pass (Visa).
Basic Requirements:
Visa Processing Time: 4–6 weeks
Many Malaysian universities offer scholarships based on merit or need:
Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)
Commonwealth Scholarship
Taylor’s Merit Scholarship
APU/APIIT Excellence Scholarship
Monash High Achiever Award
Scholarships may cover partial or full tuition fees, and sometimes living costs.
Malaysia offers an affordable lifestyle for students without compromising quality or comfort.
Why Choose BIIC?
Bangladesh International Immigration Consultancy (BIIC) is your trusted education partner for studying abroad helping hundreds of students successfully get admission to top Malaysian universities every year.
Here’s why students prefer BIIC for their study abroad journey:
Choosing BIIC means a stress-free, transparent, and reliable study abroad experience.
Yes! Malaysia offers affordable education, a simple visa process, and English-taught courses, making it perfect for Bangladeshi students.
Tuition fees range from USD 2,000 to USD 10,000 per year, depending on the university and program.
Yes, international students can work part-time up to 20 hours per week during semester breaks.
Most universities require IELTS or equivalent English proficiency proof (usually IELTS 5.5–6.0).
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), and Monash University Malaysia are top picks for engineering students.
Yes, many scholarships like MIS, Taylor’s Merit Award, and APU Excellence Scholarships are available for international students.
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