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University of Malaya

Q: Is the University of Malaya a good university for international students?

The University of Malaya is the first choice of Malaysia's top students, and international students hailing from more than 80 nations. In terms of social and cultural variety, UM thinks that a diversified and international campus will enrich students' experiences.

Q: Why should I choose University of Malaya?

UM has one of the greatest cultures among Malaysian universities. Students are free to dress however they like as long as it is appropriate (unlike some colleges in the north), they have a vibrant campus life with a variety of activities and groups to join, and we have it all.

Q: Is the University of Malaya recognized?

Universiti Malaya (UM) is a large (over 45,000 students) co-educational Malaysian higher education institution that is officially accredited by the Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia).

Q: Is Malaysia a good place to study?

Malaysia is quickly becoming a popular choice among international students due to its high educational standards. Its educational institutions are among the world's top 200 universities.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Public | Estd. 1905

10%

International Student Rate

September, January

Intakes

70%

Acceptance Rate

9:1

Student: Teacher Ratio

40 : 60

Male: Female Ratio

About the University

History, Affiliations and Rankings

The University of Malaya, also known as UM, is a public research-based university in Malaysia. It is known to be Malaysia's oldest and most prestigious university. It arose from the amalgamation of Raffles College and King Edward VII College of Medicine in Singapore in 1949. The university's quick expansion within its first decade led to the creation of two independent divisions in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, respectively. The university is accredited by the Association of Commonwealth Universities and ASEAN University Network. In Times Higher Education's World University Rankings, it was ranked in the bracket #301-350 while the QS World University Rankings place the University at #65 for the year 2022.

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MBA in Business Administration

MYR 42,700/year

Tuition Fee

24 Months

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IELTS: 6

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Bachelors

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Made of Degree

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Times-2021

301-350

Global Ranking

QS-2022

Global Ranking

Times-2022

301-350

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USN-2022

211

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MBA in Business Administration	24 Months	₹42,700
ME in Engineering (Mechanical)	12 Months	₹11,850
BE in Biomedical Engineering (Prosthetics & Orthotics)	56 Months	₹33,520
BE in Biomedical Engineering	56 Months	₹33,360
BE in Engineering Manufacture	56 Months	₹33,600
BA in Media Studies	42 Months	₹22,330
BA in International And Strategic Studies	42 Months	₹22,330
BA in English	42 Months	₹22,330
BA in Environmental Studies	42 Months	₹22,330
MBA in Management	24 Months	₹20,955

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