Study in Malaysia

Malaysia has years of experience educating international students. It is called truly Asia. Thus, most private higher educational institutions, English language schools, and public universities have the experience to provide you with the qualification needed in an environment conducive to learning. International students studying in Malaysia will get to experience living in a vibrant and multicultural society. At present, study in Malaysia from Bangladesh with a scholarship is really a great opportunity.

Capital National & Official Language Area Population Currency
Kuala Lumpur Malay 329,847 km² 31.53 million (2019) Ringgit (RM)

Why study in Malaysia?

  • A World-Class Education System
  • Many Top-ranking universities have Campuses in Malaysia
  • Easy to transfer Credit to Universities in Australia, UK, Canada.
  • Many universities offer the world’s top-ranking courses
  • Affordable tuition and living expenses
  • Familiar culture
  • Super-fast application and visa process
  • Opportunity to work with renowned organizations after graduation
  • Students allowed to work up to 20 hours/week during holidays
  • The rich diversity and multicultural living experience
  • Varieties of English taught programs

List of Best Universities in Malaysia

Top Public Universities in Malaysia Top Private Universities in Malaysia Top Private Universities in Malaysia with International Campus
The University of Malaya (UM) Asia Pacific University (APU) Swinburne University of Technology
University Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) UCSI University The University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM)
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) INTI International University Taylor’s University
The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) SEGi University UOW Malaysia KDU University
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) HELP University Monash University
Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) UOW Malaysia KDU University Curtin University
Multimedia University Taylor’s University SUNWAY University
Swinburne University of Technology University of Southampton
The University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) Inti. University
HELP University
Newcastle University Medicine
Heriot-Watt University
University of Reading

Admission Requirements

Malaysia has different programs for its international students starting from Foundation, Diploma, Bachelors, Masters, and Ph.D. too. However, the eligibility for enrolling in these above programs varies from university to university. Applicant should provide Curriculum Vitae (CV).

  • Students who want to apply for undergraduate programs must complete A-Level or HSC and a one-year completion certificate from any university in Bangladesh.
  • Students who have given HSC should have a minimum GPA of 3.50 out of 5.00.
  • Certain universities offer foundation programs for students who completed SSC, and students should have a minimum GPA of 4.00 out of 5.00.
  • Students who want to apply for a postgraduate program must need to complete (Honors. BSc, BBA, or BA) and must score a minimum of CGPA 3.
  • Documentation required: Academic Certificates and Transcripts, CV, SOP, etc.
  • English Language Requirements – IELTS 5.5 or higher. A-level & O-level students will get direct admission. Some Master’s program accepts previous Bachelor program’s Medium of Instruction – English. Students can enroll without an English Proficiency test on conditions that he/she will prove their English proficiency level by an English assessment test conducted by the University / Institute.
    • GRE or GMAT scores required for certain Master’s programs.

Tuition Fees

Public Universities

Study Programs Estimated Tuition Fees per Year
Undergraduate Programs RM 9,800 – RM 22,050
Post Graduate Programs RM 2,450 – RM 19,600
Ph.D. Programs RM 7,000 – RM 12,000

Private Universities

Study Programs Estimated Tuition Fees per Year
Undergraduate Programs RM 6,615 – RM 45, 570
Post Graduate Programs RM 7,350 – RM 14,700
Ph.D. Programs RM 9,000 – RM 12,000

Visa Requirements and Procedures for studying in Malaysia

Students from Bangladesh need Valid Student Pass for entering Malaysia; however, Students should at first apply for the Student Pass and then can apply for the Malaysian Student Visa after arrival in Malaysia.

EMGS: Education Malaysia Global Service is part of the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education, which manages the international students’ movement in Malaysia and facilitates visa processing for international students in Malaysia. EMGS operates as One-Stop Centre for international student services pursuing higher education at Malaysia’s public and private higher education institutes.

(‘SSP’ is the only EMGS partner in Bangladesh)

Student Pass:

  • Copies of all academic transcripts and Certificates.
  • A Valid Passport Photocopy.
  • A passport-sized photograph.
  • An offer Letter has been given from the selected university in Malaysia.
  • Pre-arrival medical examination report.
  • Confirmation of insurance.
  • Proof that you have sufficient funds for course fees and living costs.
  • EMGS fee payment (Depends on University).

Malaysian Student Visa:

Bangladeshi Students can apply for Student Visa after arriving in Malaysia.

  • Transcripts/academic records from your secondary school and post-secondary school.
  • English language proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL).
  • Filled out the visa application form.
  • Offer letter from the university you have applied for.
  • Photocopy of passport (valid for one year) and Passport-size photographs.
  • Medical Examination Report.

How SSP-Bangladesh will assist you?

  • We will make an Assessment of Your educational qualification and will prepare you for your Journey towards your Application & Admission.
  • We, Will, guide you to choose the right Program and University according to your Career plan and eligibility.
  • We will 100% Ensure your admission.
  • We can ensure Tuition fee waiver to Deserving & Eligible students.
  • ‘SSP’ is the only EMGS partner in Bangladesh to process your Student Pass very smoothly.
  • We will also arrange Accommodation, book for your flight.
  • We can also arrange an airport pick-up service in your destination country.

Our recommendation is that it’s really great decision ‘Study in Malaysia from Bangladesh with Scholarship’ rather than the home country.