Why Study in Malaysia?

Having been for decades a leader in industrial growth and political stability, Malaysia is also one of the top destinations for those seeking internationally-recognized education. The government grooms top talent through public and private tertiary education institutions as well as professional bodies and accredited skill centers, resulting in the country being a global leader in key industries.

Kithmini Kawya
University of Tasmania, Australia

“I left a few other options behind and consulted Aspirations Education to get my visa done, because I had incredible confidence upon their student placement process and the transparency of each and every documentation process that followed. Moreover, I was guided through by a professional career guidance and a reliable counseling service in my journey to pursue my future education milestones.”

World Class Universities

Having been for decades a leader in industrial growth and political stability, Malaysia is also one of the top destinations for those seeking internationally-recognized education. The government grooms top talent through public and private tertiary education institutions as well as professional bodies and accredited skill centers, resulting in the country being a global leader in key industries. By maintaining high standards in keeping with the region’s education sectors and key industries, Malaysian universities rank highly in global university ranking tables.

Affordability

One of the main attractions Malaysia holds for foreign students is ‘affordability’. The major cost considerations when it comes to a foreign education are course fees and living expenses. Kuala Lumpur has been named the world’s second most affordable student city by QS Best Student Cities 2018. Whereas the city of Kuching in East Malaysia the cost of living is even more affordable. Annual tuitions fees in Malaysia are from USD 5,000 – 7,000, whilst living expenses would be circa USD 400 – 700 per month.

English is Widely Spoken

Although Bahasa Malaysia is an official language of this country, English is widely spoken in Malaysia as a second language. All the courses at our partner universities are taught in English and it is possible to live in urban areas of Malaysia by speaking only English. Communicating inside and outside the campus is easy, especially once you have also picked up the Malaysian English habits like ending you sentence with ‘lah’!

No Need to Show Funding

Studying in Malaysia means you can focus your best for your studies. Unlike many other countries, Malaysian government does not require a student to show the sources of how the studies are funded. So the applications visa is a simple process.

World's Top Peaceful & Prosperous Country

Malaysia is ranked the third most peaceful country in the world by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) in their 2018 Global Peace Index. It boasts being one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant economies, which is the fruit of decades of industrial growth and political stability. The government has, over the years, successfully implemented a successful development and industrialization programme of the nation.

Multicultural Society and Food Heaven

Made up of ethnic Malay, Chinese, Indian, and other indigenous ‘Bhumiputra’ groups, Malaysia is also known for its diverse, multicultural society. Students also gain a global perspective on working, interacting and living with people from different cultures. This perspective helps inculcate values like hard work, resilience and tolerance, ultimately creating individuals who are able to adapt to any environment and contribute their vast experience to any organization they join.

Dynamic Lifestyle

Known for its tagline ‘Truly Asia’, Malaysia has long cemented its reputation as one of the world’s top tourist destinations. An ecotourism hotspot, the country is home to an estimated 20% of the world’s animal species as well as four UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Amongst them, Kinabalu National Park boasts one of the highest mountains in Southeast Asia. If you are into hiking or simply enjoy looking at the Milky Way in the quiet of the night, this place is for you.

Top Scholarships

Swinburne University

Malaysia Pro Chancellor’s Academic Excellence Scholarship - 100% tuition fee waiver for students who has achieved 4A or above

Monash University

High Achiever Award - 15% tuition fee waiver for students who has achieved 3A or above

Monash University

Graduate Research Merit Scholarship - 100% of the tuition fees waiver, plus a living allowance of RM2,600/month

Sunway University

Jeffrey Cheah Entrance Scholarship – 30% tuition fee waiver for students who has achieved 3A or above.

University of Southampton

Top Achiever Scholarship: 100% tuition fee waiver for students who has achieved 4A*

University of Nottingham

Malaysia High Achievers Scholarship - 25% tuition fee waiver for students who has achieved 3A or above.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Not true. First of all Malaysia is an Asian country. So don’t expect Western culture and norms. Malaysia, just like Sri Lanka does not have a culture of part time work. If you are to work, it is expected that, you work full time. So we don’t encourage students to seek work during academic studies. That being said there are a lot of opportunities to work after the graduation. Most universities actively bring prospective employers to the university for recruitment fairs. Students, including international students, can correspond with them and find opportunities in those companies.

Not true. Most of our partners are branch campuses of universities in Western countries. They offer you the opportunity to transfer and remain in the parent university for most of the courses.

No. Even though you studied in Malaysia the certificate will be issued by the parent campus. It will not show where you have studied.

Not true. Malaysia is not as conservative as other similar nations. Religious laws are enforced mostly on the Malay – Muslim population only. Vast majority of the private universities are operated by ethnic minority population in the country. They adhere to their own cultural standards which are more open minded. We only promote the private universities in Malaysia. You will be enjoying a lifestyle very similar to any other Western country.

Not true. Typical course fee for a total three year program (excluding Medicine) will be about Rs. 4.5 million. The cost of living will be Rs. 1.8 million. So the total cost of finishing a complete program will be Rs. 6.3 million. Comparatively the annual course fee and the cost of living in a Western country (Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and USA) will be approximately Rs.7 million. So you can complete a whole course in Malaysia for the one year fee of a Western country. Without having to work part time.

Not true. Some popular Malaysian universities have very large alumina societies in Sri Lanka. They conduct regular events because of their size and income. Some graduates even work for government organizations in Sri Lanka, since the degrees are Sri Lanka government recognized.