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Why Study in Malaysia?
Malaysia is one of the fastest-growing study destinations for Bangladeshi students because of its affordable tuition fees, low living costs, multicultural environment, and globally recognized degrees. Many top universities from the UK, Australia, and other countries have branch campuses in Malaysia, giving students access to high-quality education at a fraction of the cost.
Highlights:
Affordable tuition fees compared to Western countries
English is widely used in higher education
Strong partnerships with UK, Australian, and global universities
Safe, welcoming, and multicultural environment
Close distance to Bangladesh and easy travel
Cost of Studying in Malaysia
Diploma Programs: $1,500 – $3,000 per year
Undergraduate Programs: $3,000 – $6,000 per year
Postgraduate Programs: $4,000 – $8,000 per year
Medicine/Engineering: $6,000 – $12,000 per year
👉 Overall, Malaysia is cheaper than the UK, USA, Canada, or Australia.
Cost of Living in Malaysia
Living costs are very affordable for Bangladeshi students. On average: $300 – $500 per month.
Accommodation: $100 – $200/month (shared apartment or dorm)
Food & Groceries: $100 – $150/month
Transport: $20 – $50/month (public transport is cheap)
Miscellaneous: $50 – $100/month
Admission Requirements
Valid Passport
Academic Transcripts & Certificates
Proof of English proficiency (if required)
Application Form & Fee
Passport-size Photos
Financial Proof
Language Requirements
Most programs are English-taught.
IELTS/TOEFL may be required for some universities, but many accept Bangladeshi students without IELTS if they studied in English medium.
Foundation or English preparatory courses are also available.
Visa Requirements
Bangladeshi students need a Student Pass (Visa) to study in Malaysia.
Required Documents:
University Offer Letter
Passport (valid for at least 12 months)
Visa Application Form (EMGS approval)
Medical Examination Report
Academic Documents
Proof of Financial Support
Passport-size Photos
👉 Malaysia student visa processing is comparatively fast and straightforward.
Intakes in Malaysia
February
June
September/October
👉 Some universities also offer rolling intakes.
Popular Student Cities
Kuala Lumpur – University of Malaya, INTI International University
Selangor – Taylor’s University, Sunway University
Johor – University of Reading Malaysia, Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia
Penang – Universiti Sains Malaysia
Sabah & Sarawak – Regional campuses of top universities
Post-Study Work Opportunities
Students can work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during semester breaks.
After graduation, opportunities exist in IT, Business, Engineering, Tourism, and Healthcare.
Many graduates transfer to the UK, Australia, or Canada after completing degrees in Malaysia due to credit transfer pathways.
Scholarships in Malaysia
Malaysian Government Scholarships (MIS)
University-specific Scholarships (Taylor’s, Sunway, UCSI, etc.)
Commonwealth Scholarships
Industry/Corporate Scholarships
Partnership scholarships with UK & Australian universities
Top Courses in Malaysia
Business & Management (BBA, MBA)
Information Technology & Computer Science
Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)
Medicine & Healthcare (MBBS, Nursing, Pharmacy)
Hospitality & Tourism Management
Accounting & Finance
Architecture & Design
Top Universities in Malaysia
University of Malaya (UM)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Taylor’s University
Sunway University
Monash University Malaysia
UCSI University
Multimedia University (MMU)
INTI International University
HELP University
