Study in Malaysia

Can I work part time in Malaysia while studying?

"Students are not allowed to work part time in Malaysia. At present, International students studying FULL-time in Malaysia, are NOT suppose to work at the same time. Student who gets caught will have their student pass cancelled and be sent back to their own country. If you want to work in Malaysia, you have to look for your own employment agency where they will be able to advice you further in regards to the rules and procedures. We are unable to assist on this matter.

In how many days I will get my student pass to Malaysia? Should I notarised my documents while applying for studies in Malaysia?


Though Immigration office stated that the student pass processing time is 6 to 8 weeks, recently there are an increase of International students from all over the world who would like to study in Malaysia and thus the processing time is usually 8 to 10 weeks now (subject to the approval from the Malaysian Immigration Department). If you have applied with us, you do not need to call us everyday to check on your application status. We will inform you immediately once we get to know the results.

"If your birth certificate, education certificates and results are not in English language, they should be translated and notarized by Notary Public. Who is Notary Public?

A person appointed by the State or public authority; or
A practising advocate or solicitor. "

What are the general entry requirements for postgraduate studies in Malaysia?

"The following entry requirements serve as a guide to students wishing to apply for various postgraduate programmes:

Postgraduate diploma and certificates
a recognised Bachelor’s degree in any field

Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc), MIT (Master of Information Technology)
a recognised Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field; or
other recognised qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
a recognised Bachelor’s degree in any field
Master of Business Adminstration (MBA)
a recognised Bachelor’s degree with lower second or upper honours in any field
two to three years of relevant working experience is usually a prerequisite for this type of course
Doctorate/Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)
a recognised Bachelor’s degree AND Master’s degree that are relevant to the area of research; or
other recognised qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree with relevant experience
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
a minimum requirement of MBA or its equivalent plus substantial management experience; or
a recognised Master’s degree and sound knowledge in business and managementrelated fields
Professional doctorate (Doctor of Medical Science, Doctor of Engineering, Doctor of Manufacturing, etc.)
The minimum requirement is a Bachelor’s degree PLUS a Master’s degree in the relevant field."

How can I apply for my post graduate studies in Malayasia?

"There is no centralised postgraduate application agency in Malaysia. As such, you need to apply directly to the individual universities or colleges using an application form or via their websites (if available online). You can apply to more than one university. PhDs and MPhils courses usually do not have fixed entry dates.What goes into an application varies from institution to institution. Some only require a letter while others will want a complete academic history and research plan. What is most usual is to fill out one of their application forms where you will be expected to highlight your academic record and possibly mention your proposed research interests.

Work experience is valuable when applying for a postgraduate course so give full employment details along with a list of skills you have and training you attended.

Your personal statement is one of the most important parts of the application form and you should think about it very carefully. Mention your motivations for the course, experience and interests but be specific and honest. Some institutions may conduct an interview with the potential student before offering a place.



For a taught-postgraduate programme, some institutions may require an upper second-class degree mandatory while others are happy with an upper or lower class second degree or the international equivalent. [TOEFL (550-700) and IELTS (between 5 and 7)]."

Is there any funding available for Post Gradauate studies in Malayasia?

"Grants are usually available for postgraduate studies, but these will depend very much on the institutions and also on the classes of the first degree, especially for research degrees. The university you apply to may have set aside some grants for specific research projects. There is also an increasing number of scholarships available from research institutions, endowments and certain large organisations that are interested in specific research areas. However, the competition for these grants is usually very stiff.

Below are some other avenues of financial aid for postgraduate studies:

University Fellowships
Some universities award fellowships on the basis of merit and department recommendation. These fellowships usually cover tuition fees and provide a stipend.

Scholarships
Many universities give scholarships from endowed funds that have been donated by individuals who wish to assist students in their academic endeavours. In some cases the donor may specify certain characteristics that a student must possess in order to receive the award. Check with your university to see if there is an application for this sort of scholarship.

Assistantships
These are usually sponsored by the institution at which you are applying for and are most commonly available for Doctoral candidates in the Science and Engineering fields.

Teaching Assistantships
These usually provide full or partial tuition benefits as well as a competitive hourly wage. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses, grading papers, compiling bibliographies, leading discussion sections and monitoring laboratories. However, these positions can be time-consuming as you are often expected to maintain office hours and grade examinations. On the other hand, if you are interested in teaching or are considering pursuing a Doctoral degree, this is a great way to gain experience in the classroom.

Research Assistantships
These types of positions are most widely available in the Sciences areas, although some Humanities and Social Science Departments hire Research Assistants as well. Research assistants work with the faculty on their research projects and receive tuition benefits.

Where can i find Scholarships for Institution in Malaysia?

"The Malaysian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan are awarded by the Malaysian Government to nominated students from the Commonwealth countries to study at postgraduate level in Malaysia. Applicants must have a minimum standard of upper second class honours or CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at bachelor’s degree level. In addition, PhD applicants for must possess very good results at Master degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study.

MTCP Scholarship

The MTCP Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies provides opportunities for students to pursue advanced academic study in Malaysia. This scholarship is a Governmentto- Government basis, without any bond imposed by Malaysia.

Scholarships are intended for promising candidates who may be expected to make a significant contribution to their own countries on their return from Malaysia.

Scholarships are available for postgraduate studies at Master’s and PhD level tenable at Malaysian universities.

The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24 months for a Master’s programme."