Founded
1969
Students
11,000
International
5,600
Tuition from
RM 15,000/yr
Accreditation
MQA
About USM
Universiti Sains Malaysia was established in 1969 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 Penang. EMS Malaysia is an authorised representative and can guide you through admission, visa (EMGS) and arrival at no extra cost.
Foundation programmes
Foundation in Accounting & Finance
1 year · English · Intakes: March, May, October
RM 9,500
Foundation in Cyber Security
1 year · English · Intakes: January, July, May
RM 6,500
Diploma programmes
Diploma in Civil Engineering
2.5 years · English · Intakes: July, October, September
RM 12,000
Diploma in Nursing
2.5 years · English · Intakes: January, May, September
RM 13,100
Diploma in Software Engineering
2.5 years · English · Intakes: July, October, September
RM 10,500
Bachelor's programmes
Bachelor's of Accounting & Finance
3 - 4 years · English · Intakes: January, July, October
RM 14,100
Bachelor's of Architecture
3 - 4 years · English · Intakes: January, May, September
RM 16,200
Master's programmes
Master's of Civil Engineering
1 - 2 years · English · Intakes: July, March, September
RM 14,000
Master's of Graphic Design
1 - 2 years · English · Intakes: May, October, September
RM 17,100
Master's of Nursing
1 - 2 years · English · Intakes: January, March, October
RM 15,000
Master's of Software Engineering
1 - 2 years · English · Intakes: January, July, September
RM 16,700
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 USM.
- 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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