Master's Degrees in Malaysia
Chat with us on WhatsAppMaster's programmes in Malaysia attract a large number of Saudi students, both scholarship holders and self-funded students, because they combine a relatively short duration, reasonable fees and universities with good world rankings.
In this guide
Why study a master's in Malaysia
Malaysian universities offer coursework master's programmes and research master's programmes, and many of them are taught entirely in English. This lets students choose the path that suits their career or academic goal.
Admission requirements for master's programmes
The basic requirement is a bachelor's degree in a related field, with a cumulative GPA set by each university, and proof of English level such as IELTS or the university's own test. Research master's programmes usually require a research proposal, and some programmes may require work experience.
If your GPA is below the requirement, some universities will accept you with additional conditions. The requirements for each programme are listed on its page on our website, and the consultant reviews them with you before you apply.
Available majors
Available majors include business administration and the Master of Business Administration (MBA), information technology and computer science, engineering, education, health sciences, law, tourism and more. You can browse all available master's programmes from the study programmes page by choosing the master's level.
Study duration and costs
A master's usually takes between one and two years depending on the programme and mode of study, and the exact duration is shown on each programme page. The table below shows the number of master's programmes and their fee range at each university, from the programmes currently available on the MAIGA website.
Leading universities for a master's degree
The table on this page is sorted by the number of master's programmes available at each university. Click a university's name to see all its programmes, fees and admission requirements.
Comparison of master's programmes at Malaysian universities
| University | City / State | Number of programmes | Lowest fees | Highest fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln University College | Selangor | 73 | RM 29,000 | RM 36,500 |
| UCSI University | Kuala Lumpur | 49 | RM 26,079 | RM 65,906 |
| Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) | Kuala Lumpur | 41 | RM 17,980 | RM 75,600 |
| Taylor's University | Selangor | 41 | RM 50,694 | RM 81,550 |
| Management and Science University (MSU) | Selangor | 25 | RM 33,232 | RM 83,272 |
| Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) | Kuala Lumpur | 23 | RM 12,980 | RM 56,980 |
| INTI International University | Negeri Sembilan | 22 | RM 43,320 | RM 151,386 |
| MAHSA University | Selangor | 21 | RM 40,200 | RM 122,800 |
| Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) | Putra Jaya | 16 | RM 28,900 | RM 62,700 |
| University of Cyberjaya | Selangor | 15 | RM 47,890 | RM 102,050 |
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 master's degree in Malaysia?
Usually one to two years depending on the programme and mode of study, and the exact duration is listed on each programme page.
Can I study a master's without IELTS?
Some universities accept their own test or an English programme before you start. Ask the consultant about the options for the programme you are interested in.
What is the first step to start applying?
Prepare your bachelor's degree certificate, transcript and passport, then contact us on WhatsApp to choose the right programme.
