About Malaysia
Malaysia has grown tremendously and has become a more developed country over the years since her independence 48 years ago. It has soared like an eagle, evolving into a high technology nation with her own Silicon Valley and, her many high technology buildings, some of which were built to depict the rich heritage of Malaysia, like the Petronas Twin Towers. Malaysia has experienced a steady economic progression and rapid infrastructural development of which Malaysians are truly proud.

Malaysia is a country with a harmonious and peaceful living environment where various ethnic races intermingle amicably with one another through mutual understanding and tolerance fostered through the many decades of togetherness.

Education system
The past two decades have not only seen Malaysia emerging as new international trade powerhouse but also in other areas, especially in the establishing closer international ties with the invitations and the acceptances of international students into Malaysia.

The presence of more than 40,000 international students, in the beginning of year 2005, from many parts of the world attending schools and pursing tertiary courses ranging from diploma to degrees to PhD in private schools, private higher educational institutions and public universities in Malaysia, signifies the confidence and acceptance of Malaysia as a destination for acquiring academic qualifications.

In her quest for education excellence, Malaysia has the ability to offer all international students a peaceful and friendly environment; an established education system; accredited and high quality programmes; low cost of living and tuition fees; a modern infrastructure, and; an efficient transportation system running across the whole length and breadth of Malaysia. You can be assured of heading home with more than just a tertiary qualification.

Language requirements
English is the primary language of instruction in Universities

Term dates
The regular academic year, which runs from September to June, has two terms.

Degree fees
Approx £2200 per annum

Living costs
Approx £1800 per annum

Scholarships
There is a Taiwan scholarship available to overseas students

Work opportunities
Some students are able to work after they have completed their first year of study