Public Universities in Malaysia

1.Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia(UKM)
2.Universiti Malaya(UM)
3.Universiti Teknologi Malaysia(UTM)
4.Universiti Teknologi MARA(UiTM)
5.Universiti Putra Malaysia(UPM)
6.Universiti Malaysia Perlis(UniMAP)
7.Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM)
8.Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia(UTHM)
9.Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia(USIM)
10.Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM)
11.Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)
12.Universiti Darul Iman Malaysia (UDM)
13.Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP)
formerly Kolej Universiti Kejuruteroan & Teknologi Malaysia (KUKTEM)
14.Universiti Pendidkan Sultan Idris (UPSI)
formerly (UPSI) Institute Perguruan Sultan Idris (IPSI)
15.Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia
International Islamic University Malaysia
الجامعة الإسلامية العالمية ماليزيا
16.Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT)

Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) was officially launched on Feb 1st, 2007, formerly known as :
KUSTEM - July 2001
KUT - July 1999
UPMT - June 1996
17.Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
(University of Science, Malaysia)
www.usm.my
18.Universiti Utara Malaysia (Northern University of Malaysia)
www.uum.edu.my
19.Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (University of Malaysia Sarawak)
www.unimas.my
20.Universiti Malaysia Sabah (University of Malaysia Sabah)
www.ums.edu.my"

Universities in Malaysia

PUBLIC
by Government
Public
Institutions of
Higher Learning

Universities :
UM
UTM
UKM
UPM
USM
UUM
UNIMAS
UMS
UIAM
UiTM
UPSI

University Colleges :
KUIM
KUSTEM
KUTKM
KUKTEM
KUKUM
KUiTTHO

PRIVATE by Non Government
Private
Institutions of
Higher Learning

Universities :
MMU
UTP
UNITEN
OUM
UNITAR
UTAR
MUST
Nottingham
Curtin
Monash
IMU
AIMST
etc...

University Colleges :
INTI
Sunway
KUTPM
Limkokwing
etc...

Private
Institutions of
Learning

Colleges :
KDU
Nilai
Taylor's
APIIT
IPG
KBU
Informatics
PRIME
and 600 others private colleges

Top 4 Best University In Malaysia

Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA) or Public Service Department (PSD) provides scholarships and loans for students to further their studies locally and overseas.
JPA has an Overseas Programme for Bachelor's Degree Qualifications by offering overseas Bachelor's degree sponsorship programmes to students with good SPM results. The selected students who are not more than 18 years old will undergo locally-conducted preparatory courses for two years. These students who pass with distinction in the preparatory course will be offered places in any of the top universities in US, Britain or Australia and given full scholarships.

Top 4 Best Universities in Malaysia
University 2007 2006 2005
University of Malaya UM 1 2 1
Technological University of Malaysia UTM 2 3 4
National University of Malaysia UKM 3 1 2
Putra University of Malaysia (UPM) 4 4 3

Malaysian Government's Educational Departments

Malaysian Government's Educational Departments

1Department of Higher Education Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
2Department of Polyteclinic and Community College Education Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
3Public Higher Education Management Sector Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
4Private Higher Education Management Sector Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
5Private Higher Educational Institutions (PHEIs)
6Private Institutions of Higher Learning
7Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
8Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA)



n International Universities with campus in Malaysia ......more detail
1Monash Universitywww.unim.nottingham.ac.ukSelangor1998Australia
2Curtin University of Technologywww.monash.edu.myMiri, Sarawak1999Australia
3University of Nottinghamwww.curtin.edu.myKuala Lumpur2000UK
4Swinburne University of Technologywww.swinburne.edu.myKuching City2004Australia"

Distance Learning In Malaysia

Acquiring a Bachelor's degree through distance learning is no longer a new thing for Malaysia. Distance learning provides the flexibility of acquiring a degree at own pace and at a reduced cost. Malaysia's higher educational institutions PHEI conduct distance learning programmes with the approval from the national quality assurance agency MQA. Students learn at their own pace through online tutorials and course materiols from the institution. Students are
required to attend a number of face-to-face tutorials at the institution's premises

1 University of Malaya Centre for Continuing EducationUMCCedwww.umcced.edu.my
2 Universiti Sains MalaysiaUSMwww.usm.my
3 Open University Malaysia (UNIVERSITI TERBUKA MALAYSIA)OUM http://www.oum.edu.my/
4 SPACE School of Professional and Continuing EducationSPACEwww.spaceutm.edu.my
5 Wawasan Open University CollegeWOUwww.wou.edu.my
6 Universiti Tun Abdul RazakUniTAR
7 Malaysia Multimedia UniversityMMU"

Nursing Schools in Malaysia

Hospital Fatimah Nursing School,Fatimah Hospital, Ipoh
Adventist College of Nursing in Penang Adventist Hospital
Kolej Kejururawatan, Hospital Sultanah Aminah Johor Bahru
Kolej Kejururawatan Pusrawi,Pusat Rawatan Islam, KL
Kolej Jururawat Masyarakat, Tawau
Pantai College of Nursinglocated in Pantai Medical Centre, KL
Subang Jaya Medical Centre School of Nursing in SJMC.
Tun Tan Cheng Lock College of Nursing located in Assunta Hospital, PJ
University Malaya Medical Centre, School of Nursingin UMMC, KL.
UCSI School of Nursing attached to the University College Sedaya International
Hospital Lam Wah Ee Nursing School attached to Hospital Lam Wah Ee
Kolej Kejururawatan Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan located in Kuantan, Pahang
Sarawak Health Department Webpage on Nursing as a career. Has a list of all the Government Schools of Nursing
IMU Nursing School attached to the International Medical University
MAHSA Nursing School attached to the Malaysian Allied Health Sciences Academy"

List of Government's Nursing Colleges in Malaysia

Kolej Kejururawatan Hospital Kuala Lumpur
Kolej Kejururawatan Klang
Sekolah Latihan Pembantu Farmasi,Petaling Jaya
Kolej Pembantu Perubatan Hospital Seremban
Sekolah Jururawat Masyarakat Kuala Pilah
Kolej Kejururawatan Hospital Melaka
Kolej Kejururawatan Hospital Sultanah Aminah, Johor Bahru
Kolej Kejururawatan Hospital Kuala Terengganu
Kolej Kejururawatan Kubang Kerian,Kota Bahru
Kolej Kejururawatan, Hospital Alor Setar, Kedah
Kolej Pembantu Perubatan, Hospital Alor Setar
Kolej Kejururawatan Pulau Pinang
Sekolah Latihan Pergigian, Pulau Pinang
Kolej Kejururawatan Hospital Taiping, Perak
Kolej Kejururawatan Hospital Ipoh
Kolej Pembantu Perubatan Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta, Tanjong Rambutan
Nursing Schools and Colleges in Malaysia (Kolej Kejururawatan Dan Kesihatan)
Kolej Kejururawatan Hospital Duchess of Kent,Sandakan
Kolej Kejururawatan Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Sekolah Jururawat Masyarakat Tawau, Sabah
Kolej Kejururawatan Sandakan
Kolej Kejururawatan Kuching
Kolej Kejururawatan Sibu
Kolej Pembantu Perubatan Kuching
Sekolah Kejururawatan Serian, Sarawak
Sekolah Latihan Pembantu Farmasi Kuching, Sarawak"

Malaysian Higher Education

The development of higher education in Malaysia is moving forward globalizing. Universities and colleges are facing new challenges in advancement and progression. Overseas universities such as in U.K, USA, Australia are transforming themselves into global universities, establishing new campuses and exporting educational programmes in other foreign countries.
In Malaysia, Nottingham University and Monash University, are good example of such global universities. Malaysia accept overseas universities to set up campuses here at the same time want the local universities to be at par with these universities. Local universities should be able to produce graduates of comparable quality. A healthy competition with the foreign universities is able to improve the quality of Malaysian own universities's potential and strength.

Scholarships For Malaysian And Overseas Students
1.Bank Scholarship Loan
2.Government Scholarship Loan
3.MARA Scholarship
4.Private Scholarship Loan

Malaysian Higher Education

The Ninth Malaysian Plan, turn Malaysia into a regional centre for higher education. By 2010 Malaysia should become a global education hub and to be able to attract 100,000 students from overseas. Today, there are already students from the West Asia and China and surrounding countries. Given its strategic location, its resources, and its past role as the cultural crossroad of the world, Malaysia is unquestionably the most appropriate place to be a regional hub for higher educational learning.

Malaysian Colleges and Universities have also begun taking their programmes overseas. Several Malaysian institutions have set up programmes in over a dozen countries. This remarkable success serves as the catalyst to Malaysian institutions to improve its educational services and courses.
To turn Malaysia into a regional hub of academic excellence, Malaysian must be alert to new ideas and new strategies. The main priorities, for local universities and colleges is to offer courses pertinent to Malaysia’s development. Graduates produced must have skills and knowledge relevant to every sector of the economy of the country.

Malaysian Higher Education

Human capital is a key pillar to the relentless quest for greater development. Malaysia consistently sets aside a high proportion development budget, averaging 20%, for education. In order to ensure that students gain relevant and cutting edge skills, education institutions should link closely with industries. Academic staff particularly in engineering, technology and the bio-medical fields must keep abreast with current progress in the private sector. Only then they are able to transmit new knowledge and advances to their students.
In spite of the prevailing trend of modernization, market forces and industry requirements should not solely determine the direction of higher education. Otherwise university programmes offered will be largely commercially-driven and lacking in comprehensiveness. Universities and colleges must be centers that advance our knowledge of culture and be custodians of the enduring richness of civilization. Modernization must not come with cultural degradation.

Foundation of Malaysia unique cultural heritage and religious values should be further strengthened as this country embarks on its journey to become a knowledge powerhouse in the region. Malaysians should strive to contribute positively to human civilization and progress. Malaysia has a natural strength in its cultural diversity to prosper as an inter-civilization knowledge centre while attending to technological innovation, scientific research, and financial management. Thus universities must be open to all knowledge and ideas, and to encourage a contestation of ideas. Only then would our universities be truly world class."

Language Medium Of Instruction In University Of Malaysia

PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES
English is the primary medium of instruction in all private higher educational institutions in Malaysia.

PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
Bahasa Malaysia is used in all Bachelor's Degree courses in Public Government Universities (except for subjects like Maths and Science which are conducted in English).
English is only used for postgraduate studies at public universities.

Foreign University Branch Campus In Malaysia

Malaysia is an education hub providing courses tailored to satisfy the local market's needs and expectations. It also offers foreign qualifications that students can pursue in Malaysia in branch campuses from Universities of United Kingdom and Australia.

3+0 Status Private Colleges and Their Overseas University-Partners
3+0 degree concept was to enable students to complete a foreign degree programme in Malaysia without having to go to oversea university. Following universities offer 3+0 degree in Malaysia:
Universities from United Kingdom
University of Sunderland
University of Teesside
University of Liverpool John Moores
University of Northumbria
University of Wolverhampton

Universities from Australia
University of Tasmania
University of Wollongong
University of Murdoch
Swinburne University of Technology
Griffith University
Universities from United States of America
Northwood University"

Private Universities in Malaysia

Private universities in Malaysia are owned and established by private corporations headed by renowned Chief Executive Officers (CEOs). All private universities are profit-making corporation. These Private universities are invited and granted university status by the Malaysian Minister of Higher Education, empowered under the Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996. They can confer the award of Bachelor degrees and other higher qualifications.
MAPCU (Malaysian Association of Private Colleges and Universities) registered 18 March 1997 stands as Malaysia's most prestigious grouping of private higher education institutions with memberships from major well established private colleges and universities in Malaysia.

Malaysian Association of Private Colleges and Universities is recognized by the Ministry of Education, the National Accreditation Board, the Multimedia Development Corporation, the Ministry of Finance, and the Economic Planning Unit of the Prime Minister's Department.

MAPCU Scholarship Programme was launched by former Minister of Education, Y.B. Dato' Seri Mohd Najib Tun Razak in 1999. MAPCU member institutions have collectively offered over RM4 million worth of scholarships since 1999. http://www.studymalaysia.com/mapcu/"

University And College In Malaysia

Malaysia has 11 public universities, 6 public university colleges, 10 private universities, one private university college and more than 600 private colleges. Most of them offer similar courses. Many junior colleges provide distance education programs.
The encouragement and promotion by the Ministry of Education of Malaysia resulted an increasing number of foreign students coming to study in Malaysia. Currently, there are about 20,000 foreign students in Malaysia's Public Universities that are renowned in the Asia-Pacific-Region, such as University of Malaya, University of Putra and University of Science Malaysia.
Public Universities offer a range of 3 to 4 year degree courses.
3 prestigious oversea universities overseas already set up their branch campuses in Malaysia offering a range of degree programs :
-Monash University
-Curtin University of Technology
-University of Nottingham
Other then Universities, there are also well established private educational institutions. These private educational institutions collaborate with university partners in the USA, UK, Australia and New Zealand are providing wide range of tertiary programs. Students enrolled in the programs complete all or part of their studies in Malaysia, and they can expect significant savings compared to completing the entire course overseas.

There are three main types of programs,namely 3+0,Split and Credit Transfer Program
-3+0 Program
Students complete the entire program in Malaysia will be conferred with a foreign degree(a foreign degree at a much lower cost).

-Split Programs(2+1,1.5+1.5,1+2)
Under these programs,students complete part of their studies in Malaysia and the rest overseas.

-Credit Transfer
Students study in Malaysia and obtain required credits,and transfer them to universities overseas.

Private Universitiy Colleges In Malaysia

INTI International University College www.inti.edu.my

Kuala Lumpur Infrastructure University College http://www.kliuc.edu.com/

Sunway University College
www.sunway.edu.my

Limkokwing University College of Creative Technology http://www.limkokwing.my/

University College Sedaya InternationalUCSIwww.ucsi.edu.my

Kolej Universiti Teknologi & Pengurusan MalaysiaKUTPMwww.kutpm.edu.my

International University College of Technology TwintechTwintech

HELP University College (Help Institute )HELPwww.help.edu.my"

Private Colleges And Institutes In Malaysia

Multimedia University http://www.mmu.edu.my/

Kolej Bandar Utama http://www.kbu.edu.my/

Kolej Damansara Utama Pulau Pinang http://www.kdupg.edu.my/

Kolej Damansara Utama http://www.kdu.edu.my/

Kolej Yayasan Sabah http://www.kys.edu.my/

The Otomotif College http://www.otomotif.edu.my/

The One Academy http://www.toa.edu.my/

KBU International College http://www.kbu.edu.my/

Mahsa College http://www.mahsa.edu.my/

Sepang Institute of Technology http://www.sit.edu.my/

Stamford College http://www.stamford.edu.my/

TPM Academy http://www.tpmacademy.edu.my/

TAR College http://www.tarc.edu.my/

Taylor's College Malaysia (7 colleges) http://www.taylors.edu.my/

Nilai International College http://www.nilai.edu.my/

Masterskill College http://www.masterskill.edu.my/

Binary College http://www.binary.edu.my/

Institut Putra http://www.iputra.edu.my/

University College Sedaya International http://www.ucsi.edu.my/

International University College of Technology Twintec http://www.twintech.edu.my/

INTI College Sabah http://www.intisabah.edu.my/

INTI College Sarawak http://www.intisar.edu.my/

INTI College Subang Jaya http://www.intisj.edu.my/

INTI International College Penang http://www.intimal.edu.my/

KDU College http://www.kdu.edu.my/

Malaysian Institute of Art http://www.mia.edu.my/

Prime College http://www.prime.edu.np/

Universities In Malaysia

Higher Education System Of Malaysia

Institutions of higher learning in Malaysia provide opportunities to equip individuals with knowledge, skills and professionalism to meet the need of national human resources for the national development. The public and private institutions play important roles to fulfill the national needs. Besides the public educational system, there also exists a widespread and expanding system of private institutions ranging from kindergarten to university. These institutions mostly cater exclusively for local examinations, especially the Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia--STPM (equivalent to A-Level) and professional courses. The most recent development has been the introduction of twinning programmes where a local college enters into an arrangement with a foreign university and provides the first stage of the degree course in this country, while the final part is taken at the university concerned overseas."

Types Of Higher Education Institutions

The Higher Education Division of the Ministry of Education will coordinate and monitors the activities of institutions of higher learning in Malaysia, while the administration of polytechnics falls under the jurisdiction of the Technical and Vocational Education Division of the Ministry. Institutions of higher learning can be classified into three categories: polytechnic, college and university."

Malaysia Higher Education System

Polytechnics: Polytechnics were established in 1969 to provide training in engineering and commerce to students specialising in technical and vocational areas. The students graduate with diplomas and certificates. The entry requirements for polytechnics are the SPM/SPMV qualifications or equivalent. The full time programme for the diploma award is three years and two years for the certificate. Presently, there are six polytechnics: Politeknik Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan; Politeknik Ungku Omar, Perak; Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah, Kedah; Politeknik Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah, Pahang; Politeknik Kota Bahru, Kelantan; Politeknik Kuching, Sarawak. Institut Tun Hussain Onn, Batu Pahat is the training centre for the polytechnics' academic staff.
Colleges: Malaysia has thirty teacher training colleges, besides that, there are two public colleges, i.e. Institut Teknologi MARA (ITM), and Kolej Tunku Abdul Rahman (KTAR). ITM was set up in 1956 and KTAR in 1969. These Colleges provide certificate, diploma and pre-university programmes especially in the fields of commerce, applied science and technology."

Malaysia Higher Education System

Universities: Malaysia has nine public universities, one international, and two institutes which will be upgraded to university status. These institutions play the major role in the development of Malaysia. Presently, Malaysia still depends a great deal on foreign universities, especially in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia and New Zealand to provide higher education for its students. Malaysian universities provide diploma, undergraduate and post-graduate study programmes. The locations and the academic core areas of these universities are shown in Figure 2. Besides the public institutions, there are more than 300 private institutions/ centres/ colleges, which are involved in the provision of some form of tertiary educaion, and of this number, 23 of them are engaged in 'twinning programmes' mainly with universities in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. The passing of new legislation on education recently is part of a major comprehensive reform of the country's higher learning; private universities have been established, led by Universiti Telekom (UNITEL), Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) and Universiti Teknologi Petrcnas."

Malaysia Higher Education System

UNIVERSITIES IN MALAYSIA AND AREAS OF SPECIALISATION
Universities Location, Academic Core ,Area
1. Universiti Malaya (UM)Kuala Lumpur,Science, Humanities, Social Sciences etc.
2. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Sarawak,Science, Humanities, Social Sciences etc.
3. Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)Penang, Kelantan, Perak,Science, Humanities, Social Sciences and Technology
4. Universiti Purta Malaysia (UPM)Selangor, Terangganu, Sabah,Science, Agriculture and Technology
5. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia UTM)Johor, Kuala Lumpur,Science, Technology & Engineering
6. Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)Kedah,Business Management & Accountancy
7. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)Sarawak,Specific to the need of the Development in Sarawak
8. Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS)Sabah,Specific to the need of the Development in Sabah
9. Universiti Islam Antarabangsa (UIA) Kuala Lumpur, Selangor,Science, Humanities and Islamic Studies
10. Universiti Perguruan Sultan IdrisTanjung Malim (UPSI), Selangor,Curricula and Instruction
11. Universiti Tun Hussin Onn (UTHM)BatuPahat,Johor,Vocational and Technical

Malaysia Higher Education System

Coordination of higher education
The Ministry of Education has established departments and divisions within the Ministry to assist management of national education. The departments are: Higher Education, Pre-School, Primary and Secondary Education, Private Education, Special Education, Technical Education, and Moral and Spiritual Development Education.
The Higher Education Department functions as a secretariat which co-ordinates and monitors the activities of public and private universities and college education. Prior to 1996, two laws regulated education in Malaysia, namely the Education Act, 1961 and the University and University Colleges Act, 1971. These two legislations have now been replaced by two new legislations in late 1995. With the passing of two other new legislations in early 1996 and one other legislation in late April 1996, education in Malaysia will be governed by five legislations. These are: Education Act, 1995; University and University Colleges (Amendments) Act, 1995; Private Higher Education Act, 1996; National Council of Higher Education Act, 1996; and National Accreditation Board Bill, 1996."

Malaysia Higher Education System

Institutional governance
Each institution must coordinate its administrative functions to best serve its educational mission. The structure of institutional governance is very similar among the universities and is defined in the Public Acts. The Vice-Chancellor is the chief executive officer of a university, assisted by the three Deputy Vice-Chancellors i.e: Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Development, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Student Affairs. The Registrar is the secretary to the university. The library is headed by the Librarian and the Bursar is in charge of money matters. All supporting staff are well-trained to carry out administrative functions. Detailed recordkeeping enhances the management of the institution.
Under the University and University and University Colleges Act, 1995, the highest authority of a university is the Administrative Board (council) and the Senate. The Council regulates conditions of services for staff, maintaining the facilities and managing financial affairs etc. The university's Senate is responsible for the control and direction of academic programmes, research, examinations and has the power to award degrees, diplomas and certificates. The membership of each body is selected or appointed by various concerned authorities as stated in the University's Statue."

USM granted APEX University status

Universiti Sains Malaysia beat a field of eight other higher learning centers to emerge as the Higher Education Ministry's choice for Apex university. As a USM student, i'm very proud listened this news.... PUTRAJAYA: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) has been granted apex status and hundreds of millions of ringgit in additional funding to transform it into Malaysia's first world-class university. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said that both quantitative and qualitative criteria were used to select USM under the accelerated programme for excellence (apex). 'The selection committee evaluated each university's state of readiness, transformation plan and preparedness for change. 'After a thorough evaluation, the committee decided that only one university truly met all the criteria, namely USM,'' said Khaled Wednesday in a press conference at his ministry. The Cabinet agreed to the decision at its meeting on Aug 27.

The university given apex status is one that has the greatest potential among Malaysian universities to be world-class, and as such, would be given additional assistance to compete with top-ranked global institutions, added Khaled. With apex status, USM will be expected to move up the World University Rankings with a target of top 200 in five years' time and top 100, if not top 50, by 2020, he said. In last year’s Times Higher Education-QS World University Rankings, Universiti Malaya (UM) was the highest ranked Malaysian university at 246, followed by USM at 307, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) at 309 and Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) at 364."

Malaysia Universities Ranking : Education Talk

Malaysia Universities Ranking : Education Talk: "The Times Higher Edu­­cation (THE) Quacquarelli Sy­­monds (Qs) has recently released the Top 100 Asian Universities List. This is the first regional ranking The Times.
Universiti Malaya leads four other universities at 39th spot. The other four universities were Universiti Ke­­bang­­­saan Malaysia (51st), Universiti Sains Malaysia (69th), Universiti Tek­nologi Malaysia (82nd) and Universiti Putra Malaysia (90th).
QS managing director Nunzio Quac­­quarelli said the result of the QS.com Asian University Rankings was based on regional relevant mea­sures of excellence.
“The top performing universities were distinguished not only by quality but also by high productivity of research, compared to their regional peers,” he said in a statement here yesterday.
He said Malaysian universities per­formed well, with high numbers of international students and faculties, which made Malaysia an attractive option for international students"

UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA THE BEST UNIVERSITY IN MALAYSIA

April 2008

READER'S DIGEST : UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA THE BEST UNIVERSITY IN MALAYSIA
The University of Malaya is recognized as Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand as not only the best university in Malaysia but also as an internationally-respected and most trusted institution of higher education.University of Malaya once again received the Gold Award for Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand 2008. University of Malaya was voted by consumers as the best and the most trusted brand for universities in Malaysia. In 2007, University of Malaya became the first university in Malaysia to win the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand in the university category, the first time the category was introduced. This second win in 2008 has made University of Malaya the only university in Malaysia to receive the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand accolade twice. This achievement is a confirmation that Malaysia’s first and oldest university is well on its way to joining the ranks of top universities in the world-class university leagues. The survey done by Reader’s Digest through the Nielsen Company is a credible and reputable one in which readers vote objectively for their most trusted brand. This win affirms the local and international standing of the University of Malaya and underscores its strengths in research and teaching. Its also reaffirms the international accreditation received by the university for its various degrees. University of Malaya academic programmes are of international standard and recognized by international bodies.

Helping International Students Study in Malaysia

In this peaceful, plural and modern society, Malaysia, located in South East Asia, is a testimony to the world of what it is able to offer academically, socially, ethnically, culturally and in every other aspect of life to make the stay of any international student worth their time, money and effort. It is a fascinating and enchanting nation.

The past two decades have not only seen Malaysia emerging as new international trade powerhouse but also in other areas, especially in the establishing closer international ties with the invitations and the acceptances of international students into Malaysia.

The presence of more than 40,000 international students, in the beginning of year 2005, from many parts of the world attending schools and pursing tertiary courses ranging from diploma to degrees to PhD in private schools, private higher educational institutions and public universities in Malaysia, signifies the confidence and acceptance of Malaysia as a destination for acquiring academic qualifications.
In her quest for education excellence, Malaysia has the ability to offer all international students a peaceful and friendly environment; an established education system; accredited and high quality programmes; low cost of living and tuition fees; a modern infrastructure, and; an efficient transportation system running across the whole length and breadth of Malaysia. You can be assured of heading home with more than just a tertiary qualification.

Listed below are some of the valid reasons as to why Malaysia should be your ultimate and preferred destination for your pursuit of education abroad:

International Degree Qualifications at Cheaper Tuition Fees

Malaysia is acknowledged as one of the pioneers in this region in the development of transnational educational programmes. Unique collaborative degree programmes such as twinning degrees (for example: 2 years in Malaysia and 1 year in overseas host university) and 3+0 international degrees (where the entire foreign university degree programme is taught in Malaysia) are offered to local and international students at cheaper tuition fees based on the Malaysian Ringgit as compared to the more expensive currencies from countries like the United Kingdom, USA and Australia.

Twinning Degree Programme

Malaysia is well-known for its undergraduate ‘2+1’ twinning degree programme which is offered at an affordable cost.

The Twinning Degree arrangement with reputable international universities from overseas countries such as the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States, New Zealand, France as well as Germany is the hall-mark of ‘Study in Malaysia’ which has helped many local and international students studying in Malaysia save substantial cost in their pursuit for internationally recognised Bachelor’s degree programmes in the last 2 decades.

For example, if you enrol in Malaysia for an Engineering Twinning Degree Programme that offers three years of study in Malaysia with the last one year in Australia (3+1Twinning), you will save up to AUD47,000 in tuition fees and living costs if you were to do the entire 4 years degree in Australia! (Exchange rate AUD1=RM2.8)

3 + 0’ Bachelor’s Degree from Foreign Leading Universities

Many Malaysian private institutions of higher learning have gained confidence and trust from universities in countries like the United Kingdom, Australia and United States to allow these local private educational institutions to offer complete foreign university degree programmes (from the partner universities) in Malaysia. The qualification from these programmes will be awarded by the partner universities. Therefore, these quality-assured foreign degree qualifications (3+0) can be acquired at much reduced education cost in Malaysia.

A 3+0 programme is an extension of a twinning programme. The 3+0 programme allows students to complete the entire foreign degree programme right here in Malaysia, and still be conferred with a degree from the partner university overseas. The tuition fee of a 3-year UK Engineering Degree is about USD12,000. (Exchange rate USD1=RM3.80)

Foreign University Branch Campuses in Malaysia

Since 1998, 5 international reputable universities have set up their branch campuses in Malaysia and offered their own courses to students (both local and international) in order that these students can acquire identical university qualifications at a lower education cost in Malaysia. For example, the tuition fee of a 3-year UK Engineering Degree is priced at about USD24,500.

Low Living Cost

The cost of living for international students to study in Malaysia could be as low as RM10,000 which is approximately US$2,632 per annum (the cost of living in the city is about 10% higher). As such, the low living cost besides the cheaper tuition fee would appeal to both international and local students in terms of great savings of living expenses while studying in Malaysia.

Accommodation

There are off-campus and on-campus accommodations, at reasonable rate, for international students as well as out-of-town local students. These different accommodations which include college hostels, apartments, link-houses and condominiums equipped with full facilities, are designed to suit the student’s budget and lifestyle. Many of these places are also located within walking distance to the institutions.

Focus on Research and Development

Post-graduate studies and research opportunities are also available in public universities and some private educational institutions. Many researches have been commercialised and there had been as many as 170 patents with 50 successful products commercialised in the industry (up to year 2003).

Quality of Education Assured by the National Quality Assurance Body

Malaysian Private Higher Educational Institutions offer world standard and high quality education that are internationally recognized. The courses offered here are benchmarked against international standards, meeting the standard criteria and stringent requirements set by Malaysian national quality assurance body, i.e. the National Accreditation Board (LAN). The courses and the institutions also comply with legislative requirements and the governing legislations such as The Education Act 1996, as well as The Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996.

Offering Career Relevant Courses

Being recognised as one of the fastest growing economies in the world, one of the success factors is the ability of the higher educational institutions to provide professional, career-focused education. The institutions here work closely with leading companies, industry professionals and foreign partner universities to ensure that the courses offered are up-to-date and market relevant so as to enhance the employability of their graduates.

Dedicated Academic Staff with Diversified Global Qualifications

The academic staff here are dedicated and possess globally-recognized qualifications and extensive teaching experience at the tertiary level. Most of them graduated from recognized universities from countries such as the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, New Zealand and Germany.

English is the Medium of Instruction for All Study Programmes Conducted

English is used as the primary medium of instruction for all courses and study programmes conducted at the private higher educational institutions (PHEIs).

Malaysia being a multi-ethnic country has elaborate experience in using effective methodologies to teach the English language to non-English natives. Therefore, Malaysia makes an ideal place for international students from non-English speaking countries to learn English.

Simple and Hassle-Free Immigration Procedures For You and Your Family

The immigration procedures for international students to gain entry into Malaysia are hassle-free and relatively simple. In addition, the immigration staff at the entry point are also friendly, assuring students of a warm treatment and sincere welcome upon their arrival in Malaysia. The uncomplicated, minimal and straightforward requirements mean that the families of international students can also come along to stay with the students studying here in Malaysia.

Working While Study in Malaysia

Another good reason on why international students should study in Malaysia is that the holders of student pass or permit are allowed to work while studying to supplement their living. Subject to others immigration requirements, students are allowed to work part-time for a maximum of 20 hours per week only during semester breaks or holidays of more than 7 days.

Truly International Environment

Students from all over the world will find Malaysia a country that they can adapt to and settle in easily as Malaysia possesses a global setting that enables them to mingle and relate to one another with a sense of belonging.

Some of the Malaysian campuses have the “Truly International” environment. Their students comprise the 3 major Malaysian races i.e. Malay, Chinese and Indians as well as the other minority groups mixing together harmoniously, alongside 10 to 20% of student population from many parts of the world.
There are currently more than 40,000 international students in Malaysia and 95% of them are from 40 different countries.

Politically Sound and Geographically Safe Country

Malaysia is a politically and socially secure country that is governed by a stable government with safety measures incorporated in the laws of the country. It is also free from racial and religious mishaps. The tropical climate is warm and humid throughout the year without any drastic weather changes. Malaysia is also geographically safe from major natural disasters as it is located in a natural catastrophe-free zone.
As such, from the political, geographical, social and economical point, Malaysia is a very suitable place for students, especially international students to study and live in.

Harmonious Multi-Ethnic Population/ Multicultural Society

There is much for international students to learn here besides academic education. The different races and religions, that make up this multi-ethnic population of Malaysia, co-exist in harmony, tolerance and understanding, thus depicting the fine example of a country that promotes peace and prosperity to the world.

Rich in culture, it will be a unique experience for international students to understand and ‘research’ at close range the unique community of Malaysia. This experience will expose students to a value-added life, global outlook and better understanding of different cultures, ethnic groups and traditions throughout the world.

Strategic Location in Harmony with the Spirit of Truly Asia

The strategic location of Malaysia makes the country an ideal base for students to travel and explore neighbouring countries (at cheap air rates). Malaysia can also be easily accessed by flight or other alternative transportations at a minimal cost.

The country is also a food haven and presents a colourful feast to locals and visitors with its display of culinary delights of different cultural traits and traditions, living up to its name as the one-stop window to Asia - portraying the true essence of Asia.

Warm Reception upon Arrival in Malaysia

There are more than 200 educational institutions in Malaysia (comprising private schools, international schools, private colleges, private universities, foreign universities branch campus, English language centres and public universities) that gladly welcome International students to study here. These students will be warmly greeted at the airport upon their arrival in Malaysia, by the institutions’ representatives.
In addition, the International Divisions of Malaysian educational institutions are accustomed to working with foreign students of various ethnic, cultural and educational backgrounds. Thus, educational institutions will also provide special support and make necessary arrangements for accommodation and transportation to help international students settle down comfortably in Malaysia.

Article taken from www.studymalaysia.com

List of Private Universities and Colleges in Malaysia

List of Private Universities and Colleges in Malaysia:
(For Public Universities and Colleges - Click here)

1. Academy of Medicine of Malaysia
2. Asia-Pacific Institute of Information Technology
3. Asian Strategy Leadership Institute
4. Cosmopoint Institute of Information Technology
5. German Malaysian Institute
6. HELP Institute
7. Informatics Training
8. INSANIAH University College
9. International College of Music
10. International Islamic College
11. International Islamic University Malaysia
12. International Medical University
13. INTI College Subang Jaya
14. Institut Teknologi Tun Abdul Razak
15. Institute of Public Relations Malaysia
16. KDU College Petaling Jaya
17. Kuala Lumpur Infrastructure University College
18. Kuala Lumpur College of Art
19. Limkokwing University College of Creative Technology
20. Malaysian Institute of Art
21. Malaysian Institute of Management
22. Metropolitan College
23. Monash University of Malaysia
24. Multimedia University
25. National Institute of Public Administration
26. New Era College
27. NIIT Malaysia
28. Olympia College Malaysia
29. Open University Malaysia
30. PERNAS Hotel School
31. PRIME College
32. Professional Advancement Achievement Centre
33. RIMA College
34. Royal Military College
35. Selangor International Islamic University College
36. SIT International College, Malaysia
37. Stamford College
38. Sunway College
39. Systematic Institute of Information Technology
40. Taylor's College
41. Technology Park Malaysia Academy
42. Telekom Training College Kuala Lumpur
43. The One Academy
44. The University of Nottingham in Malaysia
45. Tunku Abdul Rahman college
46. University College Sedaya International
47. Universiti Industri Selangor
48. Universiti Kuala Lumpur
49. Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman
50. Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
51. Universiti Teknologi MARA
52. Universiti Tenaga Nasional
    
    

Public Universities In Malaysia

Technological University of Malaysia
(Universiti Teknologi Malaysia/
UTM)
Skudai, Johore

Tun Hussein Onn University of Malaysia
(Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia/ UTHM)
Batu Pahat, Johore

Northern University of Malaysia
(Universiti Utara Malaysia/ UUM)
Sintok, Kedah

Kelantan University of Malaysia
(Universiti Malaysia Kelantan/ UMK)
Pengkalan Chepa, Kelantan

National Defence University of Malaysia
(Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia/ UPNM)
Kuala Lumpur

University of Malaya
(Universiti Malaya/ UM)
Kuala Lumpur

Malacca Technical University of Malaysia
(Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka/ UTeM)
Durian Tunggal, Malacca

Islamic Science University of Malaysia
(Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia/ USIM)
Nilai, Negeri Sembilan

Pahang University of Malaysia
(Universiti Malaysia Pahang/ UMP)
Kuantan, Pahang

Science University of Malaysia
(Universiti Sains Malaysia/ USM)
Gelugor, Penang

Sultan Idris University of Education
(Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris/ UPSI)
Tanjung Malim, Perak

Perlis University of Malaysia
(Universiti Malaysia Perlis/ UniMAP)
Arau, Perlis

Sabah University of Malaysia
(Universiti Malaysia Sabah/ UMS)
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Sarawak University of Malaysia
(Universiti Malaysia Sarawak/ UNIMAS)
Kota Samarahan, Sarawak

International Islamic University of Malaysia
(Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia/ IIUM)
Gombak, Selangor

National University of Malaysia
(Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia/ UKM)
Bangi, Selangor

MARA University of Technology
(Universiti Teknologi MARA/ UiTM)
Shah Alam, Selangor

Putra University of Malaysia
(Universiti Putra Malaysia/ UPM)
Serdang, Selangor

Darul Iman University of Malaysia
(Universiti Darul Iman Malaysia/ UDM)
Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu

Terengganu University of Malaysia
(Universiti Malaysia Terengganu/ UMT)
Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu