Study in Malaysia for Bangladeshi Students
Malaysia has emerged as one of the most preferred study destinations for Bangladeshi students, offering world-class higher education at affordable costs. Currently, the country hosts approximately 170,000 to 200,000 international students, with targets set to reach 250,000 by 2026–2027.
Bangladesh ranks 2nd in the list of top student source countries in Malaysia. This creates a highly welcoming, familiar, and culturally supportive environment for Bangladeshi applicants. The country features 590+ higher institutions, with 29 securing ranks in the 2026 QS World University Rankings.
"Malaysia is ranked the 2nd most peaceful country in Asia and the 10th in the world. Plus, English is widely used throughout the country, making daily life and studies highly accessible."
10th Global
Peaceful index ranking worldwide (2nd in all of Asia).
Transfers
Seamless credit transfers to UK, Australia, and Canadian institutions.
UK / Aus Degree
Top branch campuses (Nottingham, Swinburne) operate locally.
99% Approval
Quick and highly student-friendly visa processing timelines.
Cost of Studying in Malaysia
Malaysian tuition fees are highly affordable, mirroring private universities in Bangladesh.
Undergraduate Streams
RM 9,800 - 22,050
starting fee per year
Equivalent to approx. BDT 253,820 – 571,095. Highly competitive public rankings.
Undergraduate / MBA
RM 15,000 - 60,000
average fee per year
Equivalent to approx. BDT 388,500 – 1,554,000. Access to branch campus options.
Master's / PhD
RM 2,450 - 19,600
starting fee per year
Equivalent to approx. BDT 63,455 – 507,640. Extremely cost-effective advanced research.
Affordable Cost of Living
Malaysia features a low cost of living compared to Western countries. Average student living costs, including shared accommodation, food, utilities, and transport, are typically between RM 1,200 and RM 2,000 (approx. BDT 31,000 – 52,000) per month.
Top Malaysian Universities
Malaysia hosts world-class branch campuses and state universities. Search and filter through local and international partner institutions.
| University Name | QS Rank (2026) | Type |
|---|---|---|
| University of Malaya (UM) | #58 | Public |
| Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) | #126 | Public |
| Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) | #134 | Public |
| Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) | #134 | Public |
| Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) | #153 | Public |
| Taylor’s University | #253 | Private (Top in SE Asia) |
| Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) | #251 | Public |
| Sunway University | #410 | Private |
| University of Nottingham Malaysia | #7 (Nottingham UK) | Branch Campus |
| University of Wollongong Malaysia | #184 (UOW Australia) | Branch Campus |
| Swinburne University Malaysia | #294 (Swinburne Aus) | Branch Campus |
Popular Courses to Study in Malaysia
Discover programs in highly demanded corporate fields offering active industrial internships.
Business & MBA
Highly recognized MBA and Bachelor's programs in Finance, Business Administration, and Tourism Management at Taylor's, SEGi, and HELP.
Computer Science & IT
Software Engineering, Cyber Security, and Big Data Analytics courses at Asia Pacific University (APU) and the University of Malaya.
Medicine & MBBS
Comprehensive 5-to-6 year medical and pharmaceutical programs recognized worldwide, offered at UM and Taylor's.
Academic & Language Requirements
UGUndergraduate / Bachelor's
- SSC/HSC or equivalent school completion with minimum GPA of 3.50 out of 5.00.
- English requirements: IELTS 5.5 to 6.0, or accepted Medium of Instruction (MOI).
PGPostgraduate / Master's / PhD
- Bachelor's degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 out of 4.0.
- IELTS score of 6.0 - 6.5, or research proposal (for PhD candidates).
Application Checklist
Malaysian Intake Periods
September is the primary intake for public and private universities.
Public Universities
Public universities typically have 2 intakes per year:
- • Main Session: September/October
- • Secondary Session: February/March
Private Universities
Private universities offer 3 flexible intake terms:
- • April Session (Deadline: February)
- • June Session (Deadline: April)
- • November Session (Deadline: September)
Malaysian Government MTCP Scholarship
The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) offers prestigious scholarships targeting international students from developing nations, including Bangladesh.
Benefits include:
- Full tuition fee waiver.
- Monthly allowance worth RM 3,500 (approx. BDT 90,650) for living expenses.
- Return economy class airfare.
University Bursaries
In addition to MTCP, private institutions offer merit-based scholarships up to 50% tuition waivers based on SSC/HSC GPA results.
Check Scholarship Eligibility