Bachelor's Degrees in Malaysia
Chat with us on WhatsAppStudying a bachelor's degree in Malaysia is a popular choice for secondary-school graduates in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, thanks to the wide range of majors, teaching in English and preparatory pathways for those who need them before starting their major.
In this guide
Why study a bachelor's in Malaysia
Malaysian universities offer accredited bachelor's programmes in most majors, some in partnership with British and Australian universities. The university environment is multinational, which helps students develop their language and skills before entering the job market.
Admission requirements for bachelor's programmes
Usually a secondary-school certificate with a grade set by each university and proof of English level are required. If you do not have an English certificate, many universities will accept you on an English programme first. Some majors or some universities require a Foundation year before the bachelor's degree.
The specific requirements for each programme, such as the secondary-school subjects required, are listed on its page on our website.
Available majors
Among the most popular majors with Saudi students are business administration and accounting, information technology and computer science, all kinds of engineering, health majors and design. You can browse all bachelor's programmes from the study programmes page by choosing the bachelor's level.
Study duration and costs
Most bachelor's programmes last three to four years, and may be longer in some majors; the exact duration and fees are shown on each programme page. The table below shows the number of bachelor's programmes and their fee range at each university, from the programmes currently available on the MAIGA website.
Leading universities for a bachelor's degree
The table is sorted by the number of bachelor's programmes available at each university. Click a university's name to see its programmes, fees and admission requirements.
Comparison of bachelor's programmes at Malaysian universities
| University | City / State | Number of programmes | Lowest fees | Highest fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEGi University | Selangor | 106 | RM 43,331 | RM 421,952 |
| Taylor's University | Selangor | 96 | RM 115,218 | RM 482,866 |
| Management and Science University (MSU) | Selangor | 78 | RM 74,460 | RM 693,110 |
| Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) | Kuala Lumpur | 76 | RM 6,400 | RM 371,980 |
| UCSI University | Kuala Lumpur | 71 | RM 50,827 | RM 492,829 |
| INTI International University | Negeri Sembilan | 61 | RM 54,854 | RM 177,822 |
| Lincoln University College | Selangor | 59 | RM 44,999 | RM 324,500 |
| Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) | Kuala Lumpur | 55 | RM 108,500 | RM 137,200 |
| Multimedia University (MMU) | Selangor | 35 | RM 41,750 | RM 101,500 |
| MAHSA University | Selangor | 28 | RM 52,250 | RM 512,100 |
Figures are calculated from the programmes currently available on the MAIGA website and are total programme fees in Malaysian ringgit before any discount.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a bachelor's degree in Malaysia?
Most programmes take three to four years, and the exact duration is listed on each programme page.
Do I need a foundation year?
It depends on the university, the major and your secondary-school certificate. The consultant will explain this after reviewing your certificate.
What is the first step to start applying?
Prepare your secondary-school certificate, transcript and passport, then contact us on WhatsApp to choose the right programme.
