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UCSI University

UCSI University is one of the first private universities in Malaysia. Its acronym symbolizes the key values: U – Universalism , C – Compassion , S – Sustainability , I – Integrity . The main campus is located in Cheras, in the south-eastern part of Kuala Lumpur, just 25 minutes from the city center by public transport. The university also has campuses in Kuching (the fourth largest city in Malaysia), Seremban (the capital of the state of Negeri Sembelan), and an international office in Bangladesh.
 
Features of the University
UCSI University is distinguished by its high level of academic preparation , a wide international network of partners , as well as opportunities for internships and practice . The campus in Kuala Lumpur is located in one of the most harmonious megacities of Asia, where modernity combines with cultural heritage and green areas. The university actively participates in the double degree program and international exchange.
 
General information
  • Founded : 1986
  • Accreditations : MQA, MMC, MNB and others
  • Ranking : 265th place in QS World University Rankings 2025 (plus 35 positions)
  • Students : over 12,000 from 120 countries
  • Language of instruction : English
 
Training programs
Bachelor’s degree
UCSI offers over 150 programs . Areas of focus include:
  • Healthcare : Optometry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Nutrition, Clinical Sciences;
  • Engineering and technologies : mechatronics, electronics, energy, oil and gas, AI;
  • Business and finance : accounting, logistics, international business, fintech;
  • IT and data science : computer science, mobile computing, data processing;
  • Architecture and design : interior, graphics, fashion, animation;
  • Hotel and Tourism : with the possibility of a double degree with HTMi, Glion and Les Roches;
  • Music and art : contemporary and classical music, creative media;
  • Social sciences and psychology : communications, pedagogy, psychology;
Duration of study: 3 years
Requirements: 11th grade certificate, IELTS 5.0
Cost: from $4,257 per year
Partnerships: HTMi, Glion, Les Roches
 
Master’s degree
Programs are offered in the following areas:
  • Medicine and pharmacy;
  • Engineering;
  • Business, management and logistics;
  • Architecture, art, creative media;
  • Hotel management;
  • Psychology and education;
  • Digital technologies, actuarial and mathematical sciences.
Duration : 1–1.5 years;
Requirements: bachelor’s degree, IELTS 5.0, CV, motivation letter;
Cost: from $5,789 per year.
 
Postgraduate (PhD)
The programs cover:
  • Medical and pharmaceutical sciences;
  • Engineering and sciences;
  • Psychology;
  • Music and performing arts;
  • Business and management;
  • Architecture and design;
  • Tourism and hotel industry;
  • Computer science and mathematics.
Duration : 3–4 years; Requirements: Master’s degree, IELTS 5.0, CV, motivation letter; Cost: from $5,037 per year.
 
Features of training
  • Internships : Mandatory Co-Op program – minimum 2 months each year.
  • Practice partners : over 4,000 companies – Accenture, Nestlé, Samsung, KPMG, HSBC and others.
  • Study hotels : Le Quadri Hotel (Kuala Lumpur), UCSI Hotel (Kuching).
  • International Internships : Marina Bay Sands, Hilton, Hyatt and others.
  • Student mobility : exchange programs with universities in the USA, Australia, Great Britain, Canada, New Zealand.
 
Admission requirements
Bachelor’s degree:
  • Average grade: from 2.0 (CGPA) or equivalent (A-Level, IB, etc.);
  • For engineering: physics, chemistry, mathematics are required;
  • IELTS 5.0.
Master’s degree:
  • Average score: from 2.5 (CGPA); from 2 – with 5 years of experience;
  • For Master of Accounting: minimum 2.75;
  • IELTS 5.0, motivation letter, CV.
PhD:
  • Average score: from 3.0 (CGPA); from 2.5 – with 5 years of experience;
  • IELTS 5.0, motivation letter, CV.
Additionally :
  • Portfolio – for programs in art, design, architecture, music;
  • Interviews are held in a number of areas (medicine, psychology, pharmacy, music).
 
Cost and accommodation
Training:
  • Bachelor’s degree: $4,285 – $7,143 / year;
  • Master’s: $4,762 – $9,524 / program;
  • PhD: $8,571 – $11,905 / program.
Accommodation:
  • On campus: RM 700–1,800/month;
  • Off-campus: RM 600–1,400/month;
  • Utilities: RM 30–100 / month.
Food and personal expenses : RM 400–800/month;
  • Payment for accommodation is made in advance for the semester.
 
Required documents for admission
International applicants must provide the following documents:
  • Completed application form: available on the official website of the university.
  • Copy of foreign passport: all pages, including blank ones; passport must be valid for at least 2 years from the date of application.
  • Academic documents: certificates, diplomas and transcripts with official translation into English if the originals are not in English.
  • Passport size photographs: as required by the university.
  • English language proficiency certificate: IELTS, TOEFL, MUET or proof of study in English are accepted.
  • Medical certificate: including results of laboratory tests and a medical examination carried out in an accredited clinic.
Additional documents:
  • Declaration letter: in case of discrepancy in name or date of birth between passport and academic documents; must be certified by the Ministry of Education of your country or a notary.
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC): For students from Sudan; issued by the Sudanese Embassy in Kuala Lumpur.
  • Eligibility Letter: For students from Iran, issued by the Iranian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur.
Main expenses
Below are estimated costs for international students:
  • Registration and administrative fees:
  • Registration fee: RM 450 (approximately USD 125).
  • Administration fee for international students: RM 4,200 (approximately USD 1,135).
  • Refundable deposit: RM 1,000 (approx. USD 270); refundable upon completion or termination of studies if there are no outstanding balances.
  • Visa and medical examination fees: included in the registration fee.
Scholarships
UCSI provides scholarships and grants for international students. The amount and conditions depend on academic performance, creative achievements or financial circumstances. Discounts and support through partner programs are also possible.
 
Campus and student life
The main campus in Cheras includes:
  • Library on two floors;
  • Conference halls and concert hall;
  • Modern laboratories: molecular biology, microbiology, psychology, pharmacology;
  • Design and art studios;
  • Wi-Fi throughout the area;
  • Medical Museum and Clinical Laboratories.
Infrastructure:
  • Sports: basketball, badminton, football, gym, swimming pool;
  • Hostel, cafeterias, banks and shops nearby;
  • Access to public transport.
Extracurricular life:
  • Clubs and interest groups;
  • Cultural events and festivals;
  • Job fairs and career consultations;
  • International Student Support Center.
 
Career Prospects
  • Mandatory internships increase your chances of finding a job;
  • More than 3,500 international companies cooperate with the university;
  • The University organizes job fairs , meetings with employers and trainings;
  • There is a career center and alumni support service.

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