Why Study in Malaysia?
Extremely affordable tuition fees and cost of living
High-quality education with dual-degree options from UK/US/Australia
Simple and high-success visa process (EMGS)
Culturally close and friendly environment for Bangladeshi students
Education System
Malaysia offers a diverse higher education system comprising public universities, private universities, and branch campuses of foreign universities. It is known for credit transfer programs to Western countries.
Study Costs
RM 10,000 - RM 40,000 per year ($2,200 - $9,000 USD)
Work Opportunities
International students can work part-time up to 20 hours per week during semester breaks and holidays in specific sectors.
Visa Highlights
- Student Pass processed via Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS)
- No embassy interview required (visa approval letter issued online)
- Medical screening required upon arrival in Malaysia
- Visa Approval Letter (VAL) needed before entering
🇧🇩 Bangladeshi Student Insights
Total Bangladeshi Students
12,000+
Currently studying in Malaysia
Popularity Rank
Top 5 Destination (Asian Choice)
For Bangladeshi students going abroad
Yearly Growth Rate
+15% YoY
Increase in enrollment year-over-year
Most Popular Fields of Study
Real Cost Breakdown
Estimated Expenses & Earnings
Updated for Bangladeshi StudentsRM 12,000 - 35,000 / year (approx. 3 - 9 Lakh BDT)
RM 18,000 - 24,000 / year (approx. 4.5 - 6 Lakh BDT)
RM 500 - 800 / year
RM 5 - 10 / hour (limited opportunities)
Timeline & Admission Info
Primary Intakes
February, April, September
Application Deadlines
At least 8-10 weeks before the intake starts
Visa Processing Time
4 - 6 weeks via EMGS
Application Process for Bangladeshi Students
Select your program and apply to the university with academic transcripts, certificates, passport copy, and photo.
Receive Letter of Offer from the university and pay the initial registration fee.
Submit visa documents to university for EMGS processing to receive your Visa Approval Letter (VAL).
Apply for Single Entry Visa (SEV) at the Malaysian High Commission in Dhaka using the VAL.
Travel to Malaysia, complete a post-arrival medical checkup, and receive your Student Pass sticker on your passport.
Universities in Malaysia (10)
Taylor's University
Top private university in Malaysia, renowned for hospitality, business, and computer science.
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation
Malaysia's premier digital tech university, popular for Computer Science and IT degrees.
Universiti Malaya
Malaysia's oldest and highest-ranked public research university.
Lincoln University College
Highly accessible private institution known for pharmacy, medicine, nursing, and business courses.
City University Malaysia
Dynamic private university offering industry-driven programs in Petaling Jaya.
Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
Premier private university recognized for excellence in business, policy, and public administration.
ALFA University College
Renowned for boutique education in architecture, design, and business fields.
SEGi University
One of Malaysia's largest private education providers with a mega campus in Kota Damansara.
Universiti Tenaga Nasional
Premier private university specializing in engineering, information technology, and business.
University Malaysia of Computer Science & Engineering
Niche private university in Cyberjaya dedicated to digital tech and ICT education.
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