All About

Malaysia

The name "Malaysia" is a combination of the word "Malay" and the Latin-Greek suffix "-sia"/-σία. The official and national language of Malaysia is Malaysian. English remains an active second language, with its use allowed for some official purposes under the National Language Act of 1967. Malaysia thirteen states with a population of over 30 million. Malaysia is the world's 44th most populous country. Malaysia is the 66th largest country by total land area, with a land area of 329,613 km2 (127,264 sq mi). It has land borders with Thailand in West Malaysia, and Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia. Malaysia shares a land and maritime border with Thailand and maritime borders with Singapore, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Malaysian GDP grew at an average of 6.5% per annum for almost 50 years. Malaysia has a newly industrialized market economy, ranked third-largest in Southeast Asia and 33rd largest in the world. Chinese businesses in Malaysia are part of the larger bamboo network, a network of overseas Chinese businesses in the Southeast Asian market sharing common family and cultural ties. The overall infrastructure of Malaysia is one of the most developed in Asia and ranked 8th in Asia and 25th in the world. Malaysia's road network is one of the most comprehensive in Asia and covers a total of 144,403 kilometres (89,728 mi). The main national road network is the Malaysian Federal Roads System, which span over 49,935 km (31,028 mi). Most of the federal roads in Malaysia are 2-lane roads.

Why Study in Malaysia?

Malaysia is the 11th most preferred study destination in the world, as rated by UNESCO.

Here are many more reasons for you to choose this country for your studies abroad!

• Malaysia provides education to more than 1 lakh international students from 100+ countries in its local colleges and universities. (Read: Popular universities in Malaysia).

• Malaysia provides quality education, ensuring all

Top 5 Courses?

Malaysian private universities also offer Twinning programs, which let students study a part of their qualification in the country and the remaining at another institution, usually in the UK. All of these are excellent reasons for Indian students to study abroad in Malaysia. Here is a look at the best courses for someone looking to study abroad.

Chemical Engineering

Man

Student Visa Requirements?

Malaysia is on the verge of turning into the most popular destination for studying abroad. The country boasts of being home to more than 100000 students from more than 100 countries across the globe. One of the major factors influencing the massive student influx in Malaysia is the fact that the Malaysian student visa is easier to procure when compared to other countries.

As of August 2018, Malaysia has accepted 6,432 stude

Career Opportunities?

If you are planning to work in Malaysia while you are studying, then you must know and understand the working conditions and the general eligibility criteria specific to Malaysia.

Part-time working conditions for non-Malaysian students.

• International students are allowed to work part-time if they fulfil the following conditions:

• If you have the will to work then you must have a valid &lsquo

Education Cost?

Tuition fees vary between institutions but the costs associated with study at a Malaysian higher education institution are cheap when compared with other countries around the world, including USA & UK.

For example, you can acquire a UK engineering degree (3 years) in Malaysia through a franchised degree programme at an estimated RM51,000 (USD16,000), whereas the tuition fee of the same degree programme

Scholarship?

There are so many scholarships are available for international students in Malaysia.

One of them is Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS), it is an initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract the best brain from around the world to pursue advanced academic studies in Malaysia. This scholarship aims to support Malaysian Government’s effort to attract, motivate and retain talented human capita

Application Procedure?

Malaysian Universities accept GRE, GMAT and TOEFL/IELTS  scores to verify the academic merit of international students.

• Initially You have to submit an Application Form to study, together with relevant documents, to the proposed educational institution that has the official approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs Malaysia Immigration Department, to recruit international students.

&b

Education System?

Malaysia incorporates with an International Standard and high-quality education, which is closely monitored by the Malaysian Education Ministries through their quality control authorities and appropriate legislation such as The Education Act, 1996, The Private Higher Educational Institutions Act, 1996 and The Malaysian Qualifications Agency Act 2007.

There are over 700 private higher educational institutions and Universitie

Visa?

The Malaysian government has made the process of the application of student visa and pass easily for anyone who wants to study in the country, as students do not have to contact their local Embassy of Malaysia no more.

The steps are as follows:

Contact the institution directly Students can apply for a student pass directly from the chosen institution and can submit their application form directly

FAQ?

Q. Is there a deadline for applying?

No deadline for admissions.

Q. IS GRE/GMAT or IELTS/TOEFL is required for admission?

IELTS/ TOFEL not required for admission

Q. How much Time it will take to get the offer letter?

It takes minimum 3 weeks and maximum 1 month to get offer letter.

Q. Can i work o