Founded
1905
Students
33,000
International
4,300
Tuition from
RM 18,000/yr
Accreditation
MQA
About UM
Universiti Malaya was established in 1905 and has grown into a respected institution welcoming students from over 100 countries. Its programmes are accredited by MQA and recognised worldwide.
Students benefit from modern facilities, industry-linked curricula, strong graduate employability and a multicultural campus life in Kuala Lumpur. EMS Malaysia is an authorised representative and can guide you through admission, visa (EMGS) and arrival at no extra cost.
Foundation programmes
Foundation in Civil Engineering
1 year · English · Intakes: July, March, May
RM 10,400
Foundation in Cyber Security
1 year · English · Intakes: July, March, September
RM 9,600
Diploma programmes
Diploma in Architecture
2.5 years · English · Intakes: July, May, October
RM 15,500
Diploma in Civil Engineering
2.5 years · English · Intakes: January, July, October
RM 11,600
Diploma in Pharmacy
2.5 years · English · Intakes: March, October, September
RM 12,200
Bachelor's programmes
Bachelor's of Cyber Security
3 - 4 years · English · Intakes: July, May, October
RM 15,300
Bachelor's of Data Science
3 - 4 years · English · Intakes: January, May, October
RM 16,700
Master's programmes
Master's of Data Science
1 - 2 years · English · Intakes: July, May, October
RM 17,200
Master's of Nursing
1 - 2 years · English · Intakes: May, October, September
RM 15,400
Master's of Pharmacy
1 - 2 years · English · Intakes: January, July, October
RM 17,700
PhD programmes
Merit-based tuition discounts are available. Ask our advisors for the latest offers.
How to apply via EMS Malaysia
- 1
Submit your free online application and documents.
- 2
We review and forward your application to UM.
- 3
Receive your conditional / unconditional offer letter.
- 4
Pay the initial fees and we process your EMGS visa.
- 5
Fly to Malaysia — we meet you at the airport.
Required documents
- Passport (valid 18+ months)
- Academic certificates & transcripts
- Passport-size photo (white background)
- English test (IELTS / TOEFL) if available
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