Study in the Malaysia
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Malaysia is an attractive study destination for international students, combining quality higher education, modern campuses, diverse academic programs, and a multicultural lifestyle in one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic countries.
Why Study in the Malaysia?
Malaysia has emerged as one of the most preferred study destinations for Bangladeshi students, offering world-class education at affordable costs. Malaysia currently hosts approximately 170,000–200,000 international students, with targets set to reach around 250,000 students by 2026–2027. Bangladesh ranks 2nd in terms of the number of international students in Malaysia, making it a familiar and welcoming environment for Bangladeshi students.
The country boasts more than 590 higher education institutions, with 29 of them securing ranks in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Malaysia’s progressive, multicultural society enables dynamic lifestyles, and the country is ranked the 2nd most peaceful in Asia and the 10th most peaceful in the world. English is widely used throughout Malaysia, eliminating language barriers for international students.
Popular Courses in the Malaysia
- Business Administration
- International Business
- Accounting & Finance
- Marketing
- Business Analytics
- Human Resource Management
- Project Management
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Information Technology
- Cyber Security
- Data Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Information Systems
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Public Health
- Biomedical Science
- Nursing
- Health Management
- Pharmaceutical Science
- Biotechnology
- International Relations
- Economics
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Media & Communication
- Development Studies
- LLB Law
- International Business Law
- Commercial Law
- International Law
Study Cost
Tuition fees vary significantly between:
Public universities
Private universities
International branch campuses
Program levels
Specialist programs
As one official Education Malaysia guide illustrates, some UK- and Australia-linked degree options offered in Malaysia can cost approximately:
International Degree Programs
Approximately RM20,000 – RM50,000 per year
This figure should be treated as a broad planning reference rather than a fixed tuition range for every Malaysian institution or course.
Programs such as medicine, dentistry, aviation, specialist engineering, and other professional qualifications may cost considerably more.
Undergraduate (UG)
RM 25,000 – RM 60,000 / year
(BDT 650,000 – 1,560,000)
Postgraduate (PG)
(BDT 780,000 – 1,820,000)
MBA
RM 40,000 – RM 100,000 / program
(BDT 1,040,000 – 2,600,000)
Living Cost
Malaysia is also promoted as a relatively affordable destination for accommodation, food, transport, and everyday living. Education Malaysia gives an illustrative living-cost figure of around RM1,100 per month, although actual costs can be substantially different depending on location and lifestyle.
Kuala Lumpur & Major Urban Areas
Accommodation and lifestyle expenses can be higher in major urban locations, depending on housing type and personal spending.
Other Malaysian Cities
Students studying outside central Kuala Lumpur may find different accommodation and living-cost options.
Your budget may include:
Accommodation
Food & groceries
Transportation
Mobile & internet
Medical insurance
Study materials
Personal expenses
Entertainment
International students are also required to maintain valid medical insurance during their studies in Malaysia.
Admission Process
Top Universities in the Malaysia
- Universiti Malaya (UM)
- Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
- Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
- Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
- Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
- International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
- Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
- Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)
- Taylor’s University
- UCSI University
- Sunway University
- Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
- Multimedia University (MMU)
- Management and Science University (MSU)
- Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
- Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL)
- INTI International University
- HELP University
- SEGi University
- University of Cyberjaya
- International Medical University (IMU)
- Monash University Malaysia
- University of Nottingham Malaysia
- Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
- University of Southampton Malaysia
- University of Reading Malaysia
- Curtin University Malaysia
- Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus
- Xiamen University Malaysia
- University of Wollongong Malaysia
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Looking for Scholarships?
There are different scholarship and financial support opportunities available to international students, depending on the university, course, academic profile, and eligibility requirements.
FAQs About Studying in the Malaysia
Yes. Students from Bangladesh can apply to Malaysia universities if they meet the academic, English-language, financial, and other requirements of their chosen institution and visa route.
International students can apply for foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, depending on their academic qualifications.
English-language requirements vary by university and course. Some institutions may accept alternative English-language qualifications or evidence, depending on their policies.
Scholarship availability depends on the university, course, academic profile, and eligibility criteria. Some universities offer scholarships specifically for international students.
Yes. Quest Educare can provide guidance on course and university selection, applications, documentation, visa preparation, pre-departure planning, and other stages of your study abroad journey.
Depending on your academic qualifications and the university's requirements, you may be eligible for an undergraduate program or a suitable pathway/foundation route.
Yes, provided that you meet the academic, English-language, and other requirements of the university and selected course.
