Help on Choosing the Best Private University or College to Study in Malaysia

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Choosing the right university to study in Malaysia after high school is one of the most important decisions you can make in your life. This can be a confusing and difficult time if you are unprepared. With the wide variety of universities available to a student, the time after SPM can be a confusing one if not guided properly by an experienced and knowledgeable education counselor.

Part of finding the right college or university in Malaysia for you will be picking out the criteria that matters to most to you, and then seeing if any of the top private colleges or universities in Malaysia that you’re looking at fit those criteria. To help you develop a good list of criteria, you need to talk to the right counselors or education consultant who are knowledgeable and experienced.

A knowledgeable counselor or education consultant  in Malaysia would be able to provide detailed information about the university and its courses, facts & evidence to support the job prospects for the course and in-depth information about  which university would be suit you. While an experienced counselor or education consultant would be able to analyse your results, understand your personality & skills to figure out which course and career suits you.

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Take Time and Effort to Choose the Right Private University in Malaysia to Study at

Choosing a university is important as it will help to shape your mind, character and help you to develop the necessary skills for a successful career. Therefore, not all private universities are the same. You should not choose a university because it is the cheapest, easiest and nearest. It should be based on which university that best fits your needs.

Many students in Malaysia also make the common mistake in choosing a university because their friends are going there. I even had one student tell me that his choice of university depends on where his girlfriend is going! This is one of the most important decisions that may change your life forever hence it should not be taken lightly.

Part of finding the right college or university in Malaysia for you will be picking out the criteria that matters to most to you, and then seeing if any of the top private colleges or universities in Malaysia that you’re looking at fit those criteria. To help you to choose the best university that fits you, you can build a list of top universities in Malaysia that meets your criteria.

Here’s some advice for trying to find the university in Malaysia or Singapore that works for you.

1. Start with who you are and why you are going to university in Malaysia

You need to examine yourself and your reasons for going to college before you start your search. Why, really, are you going? What are your abilities and strengths? What are your weaknesses? What do you want out of life — something tangible or intangible?

Are you socially self-sufficient or do you need warm, familial support? Talk with your family, friends and high-school counselors as you ask these questions. The people who know you best can help you the most with these important issues.

2. A name-brand university in Malaysia will not guarantee your success.

Think about the people in your life who are happy and successful and find out where (and if) they went to college. Ask the same about “famous” people. You will likely find that success in life has less to do with the choice of college than with the experiences and opportunities encountered while in college, coupled with personal qualities and traits.

Some private universities have spent millions of Ringgit throughout the years telling you that they are the best. You should objectively look at the information carefully to assess which university in Malaysia is best for you. If you do not have the necessary knowledge and skills, you won’t get far in your career.

We must be careful when choosing a private university in Malaysia as many students listen to advise from friends and relatives who are not knowledgeable offering information not supported by facts and evidence. Choosing a private university should be done carefully and objectively, not based on the number of glitzy advertisements you have heard or seen about that university.

Employers and graduate schools are looking for outstanding skills and experience, not how famous a university is in Malaysia that you come from. Remember that the employer will be interviewing you and not the university that you come from, therefore, if you do not possess the necessary knowledge and skills, you would not get hired even if you come from a top university.

3. You don’t need to know what major you want for your degree yet

Very few high-school students have enough information or experience to choose a major. You need the variety and depth of college coursework to determine your interest and aptitude. Most college students change their minds two or three times before they settle on a major.

After SPM or O-Levels you will take a Pre-University course first such as Foundation, A-Levels, AUSMAT, UNSW Foundation Year, etc. You have about 1 year in the Pre-U course to really figure out what to study for your degree. So, the most important thing is to choose the right Pre-University course that fits you.

I talked to a group of students who were advised by an Agent to take an external Pre-University programme. They did not achieve the necessary results to enter into university therefore wasted their money and time. When I asked them why they did not go for the Foundation programme at the private university since they knew that they wanted to study IT and also locally in Malaysia, they just said that they followed the advise of the agent whom they thought they could trust.

4. You can afford to go to a Private University in Malaysia.

If you make the assumption that you cannot afford college based on the “sticker price” of tuition, you will miss out. It is difficult to talk about money, but if you investigate all the options and ask for help and advice, you will find affordable choices.

Not all colleges and universities in Malaysia or Singapore have the same price tag and there are a variety of ways to cut your costs. Most universities offer scholarships, and students are able to apply for the PTPN Loan, EPF withdrawal, MARA Loan, etc

Many students have chosen the cheapest private university to study, not taking into consideration the important skills that they could have gained from a better university. Higher education is an investment for a better future that takes sacrifice.

5. Campus Culture and Community Life at the Private Universities in Malaysia

When developing your list of top universities, consider the schools’ values such as commitment to diversity, vibrant campus life, and dedication to academic excellence. Also consider the range of student organizations, athletic and recreational activities.

It is important to choose a private university in Malaysia that has an English-speaking environment, students who are ambitious and serious about studies, and a globalised student body. Mixing around with international students will help to improve your English language skills and understanding of different cultures.

Some private universities in Malaysia are known for their focus on lifestyle or known as party universities. There is nothing wrong with choosing them if you are able to control yourself. If not, you have to consider that this could affect your future.

A private university that has a diverse student body with many international students would help students to improve their English-language and cross-cultural communication skills. With globalisation, many top companies in the world are looking for professionals who are dynamic with strong management skills to lead a globalised work force.

In addition, the university’s relationship with the larger community, availability of on- and off- campus housing, quality of food and health care services, and campus security contribute to the quality of university life.

6. Quality/reputation/ranking of the Private University in Malaysia

There is no official ranking system in Malaysia for private universities. The MQA and Ministry of Higher

Education in Malaysia has a rating system for universities in Malaysia. It is the SETARA rating system.

Looking at the number of awards that the university and its students have won in competitions related to the course can be a guide in helping you to make the right choice. Many students make the mistake of just listening to advertisements or friends without checking the information.

Students should look at the qualifications of the lecturers at the university. How many are PhD and Master degree holders. Are the lecturers mostly part time or full time? Experienced lecturers would be able to guide students to achieve academic success.

All foundation, diploma and degree programmes must be accredited by MQA in Malaysia.  Taking a professional certificate course with a title “diploma” would not allow you to continue on into a degree programme accredited by MQA.

Students should check with the relevant professional bodies to see if the courses the university of interest are accredited. For example, Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), Nursing Board, Pharmacy Board, Malaysian Bar, MIA, Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia, etc.

7. The most important factor in choosing a college or university in Malaysia is fit.

Choosing a college because your friends are going there or because of where it ranks on a list does not take into account who you are and who you will become. College is a match to be made, not a prize to be won. Finding a good fit requires time and thoughtfulness.

The best way to really get a feel for a university is by visiting the campus, taking a tour, meeting with students & lecturers, attending a class, reading the campus newspaper, eating in the cafeteria, etc. You have to feel “at home” at the place where you will spend the next four years of your life, so visiting is important.

For more information and strategies, read our article, EduSpiral University Campus Tours to Help Students Choose the Best Universities. If some universities on your list are just too far away to make a trip, then you can add EduSpiral on Facebook and we can show you videos and photos of the campus and its facilities.

8. Decide What You Want in a Private College or University in Malaysia or Singapore

Ask yourself what’s important to you, where you want to be and who you want to become. Then you can figure out what types of colleges will allow you to achieve your goals.

Here are some important points to consider when choosing a university in Malaysia:

• Size of the university
• Accreditation of the University’s courses by MQA and other relevant professional bodies in Malaysia
• Location
• Student culture – is it an English-speaking students environment
• Makeup of the student body – are there a lot of international students at the university so that you can mix around with them to improve your English and gain invaluable global perspectives
• Available degree programmes
• Hostel choices
• Available extracurricular activities
• Campus atmosphere

Which of these aspects are things you feel you must have to be comfortable at a private university in Malaysia or private college in Singapore? Which things are you flexible on?

In addition, think about what you want to accomplish in your college life. Do you want to train for a specific job or get a wide-ranging education? If you have a specific degree programme in mind, is the private college that you’re considering strong or famous in that area of study?

9. Talk to a Knowledgeable & Experienced Education Consultant to Help you to Choose the Best Private University or College in Malaysia

Choosing a the right university to study after SPM or O-Levels in Malaysia takes time, it is a process in finding out which university in best for you. You need to talk to the right counselors who are knowledgeable and experienced.

A knowledgeable counselor would be able to provide detailed information about the course, facts & evidence to support the job prospects for the course and in-depth information about which university would be suit you. While an experienced counselor would be able to analyse your results, understand your personality & skills to figure out which course and career suits you.

A knowledgeable education consultant means that he or she would know the entry requirements, course details, in-depth knowledge of the hundreds of courses out there, career prospects, job demand, professional recognition requirements, accreditation, best universities for the course, and other information that would help a confused student to make the right choice.

While an experienced education consultant would have had counseled hundreds of students analysing their

personalities and skilfully guiding them to the right course and university.

EduSpiral Consultant Services has worked with our partner universities and colleges for many years while the counselors at the private universities or agents’ offices change every few years therefore they would not have the in-depth knowledge of the courses and the university that they are working at.

At EduSpiral Consultant Services, I have worked in the private higher education industry in Malaysia for more than 15 years advising students with facts and evidence on how to choose the right course after SPM. You should carefully think about what are the options available to you. To choose the best course that fits you, students may fill up our EduSpiral Career Assessment form for evaluation.

The EduSpiral Career Assessment form is a simple form designed by us that gathers information from students after SPM, O-Levels, UEC, STPM or A-Levels in order to assess their aptitude helping us to determine the most suitable course and career progression. After knowing which course, we can then determine which private university in best for that course.

10. Study at the Best Private Universities and Colleges in Malaysia

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1. Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
2. Curtin University, Sarawak campus
3. Asia Pacific University (APU) 
4. APIIT
5. UCSI University
6. Taylor’s University
7. UCSI University Sarawak Campus
8. First City University College
9. HELP University
10. HELP Academy
11. HELP College of Arts & Technology
12. KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie
13. KDU College Damansara Jaya
14. KDU University College Penang
15. YTL International College of Hotel Management
16. IACT College
17. Point College
18. Saito College
19. Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA)
20. Nilai University
21. Reliance College

A List of Top Courses offered by the Best Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia

Outstanding Foundation Programmes in Malaysia at Leading Private Universities & Colleges

• Top ranked private universities in Malaysia offering the best Foundation in Arts programme are  Taylor’s University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, UCSI University, HELP University, HELP College of Arts & Technology and KDU College Damansary Jaya.
• Outstanding private universities in Malaysia for the Foundation in Business programmes are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Taylor’s University, Asia Pacific University, Curtin University Sarawak, First City University College, Berjaya University College of Hospitality & Nilai University
• The Best Foundation in Science programmes at Top private universities in Malaysia are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Taylor’s University, UCSI University , HELP University, KDU College Damansary Jaya, Nilai University & HELP College of Arts & Technology.
• Students after SPM or O-Levels wanting Top Foundation in Engineering programmes at the best private universities in Malaysia are at Curtin University Sarawak, Taylor’s University, Asia Pacific University and First City University College
• Students after SPM or O-Levels wanting the best private universities in Malaysia for Foundation in Computing or Technology can go to Asia Pacific University, Taylor’s University, Curtin University Sarawak, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, and First City University College
• Best private universities & colleges in Malaysia offering the Foundation in Communication or Media Studies are Curtin University Sarawak, IACT College and Taylor’s University
• Students after SPM or O-Levels wanting to enter the degree programmes in architecture and built environment courses may go for the Foundation in Natural & Built Environments at Taylor’s University
• Best Foundation in Design programmes in Malaysia are offered at Taylor’s University and First City University College
• Top ranked private university in Malaysia, UCSI University, offers the Foundation in Music
• Students after SPM or O-Levels planning to enter the degree in Culinary arts may go for the top rated Foundation in Hospitality at Berjaya University College of Hospitality.

First Rate Private Universities in Malaysia for Business Administration, Management or International Business Degree Programmes

• The best for Business degree programmes in Malaysia are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia,  Taylors University, Curtin University Sarawak, HELP University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, Asia Pacific University, KDU Penang University College, HELP College of Arts & Technology, Sunway University, & UCSI University
• Outstanding private universities in Malaysia for business administration or business management degree courses are  Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Asia Pacific University, Taylors University, UCSI University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, Sunway University, HELP College of Arts & Technology, KDU Penang University College, First City University College, KDU College Damansara Jaya, HELP University and HELP Academy
• Award-winning private university for the degree in eBusiness is Asia Pacific University
• Premier universities for the Entrepreneurship degree are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, HELP University and Curtin University Sarawak
• The best private universities in Malaysia for Economics is HELP University and UCSI University
• Top rated Malaysian universities for international business degree courses are Asia Pacific University, Taylor’s University and HELP University.
• KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie uniquely offers the Bachelor of Business with Law (Hons)

Excellent Private Universities in Malaysia for Actuarial Science Degree Programmes

• Outstanding private universities in Malaysia for Actuarial Science or Actuarial Maths degree are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Asia Pacific University, UCSI University, Taylor’s University and UTAR.
• Top ranked private university in Malaysia to study Actuarial Science & Finance degree is UCSI University

Private Universities in Malaysia with First Rate Accounting & Finance Degree Programmes

• Top ranked universities in Malaysia for Accounting degree programs are Curtin University Sarawak, Asia Pacific University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, UCSI University, HELP University , KDU Penang University College and Sunway University.
• Malaysia’s best universities for Accounting and Finance degree courses with ACCA exemptions are  Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Asia Pacific University,  Taylor’s University, Curtin University Sarawak, HELP Academy, UCSI University & First City University College
• Premier private universities for Accounting degree programmes with ACCA exemptions are Curtin University Sarawak, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, HELP University and UCSI University.
• Malaysia’s top private universities and colleges for Finance degree programmes are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Asia Pacific University, Taylor’s University, Curtin University Sarawak, UCSI University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie,  HELP University, HELP Academy, and HELP College of Arts & Technology
• A great university in for the degree in Accounting & Finance degree with specialism in Internal Audit,  Taxation or FOREX & Investments is Asia Pacific University (APU)
• An excellent private university for the Accounting & Banking dual major is Curtin University Sarawak.
• Top notch private universities in Malaysia for Banking & Finance degree courses are Curtin University Sarawak,  Taylor’s University, Asia Pacific University, UCSI University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie and HELP University
• Malaysia’s leading private universities for Finance & Investment degree programmes are Asia Pacific University & UCSI University
• Top Private Universities in Malaysia for Finance & Economics degree courses are Taylor’s University and UCSI University
• An excellent university to study Investment and Risk Management, Forex and Investments and Financial Planning degree majors is Asia Pacific University
• Eminent universities for the Islamic Banking & Finance degree programmes are UCSI University and Asia Pacific University
• UCSI University is a Top ranked private university in Malaysia that uniquely offers the BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science and Finance degree programme
• Best private college in Malaysia for the 4+0 American Degree Program (ADP) in Finance is HELP College of Arts & Technology

Leading Private Universities in Malaysia for Marketing and Human Resource Management Degree Programmes

• Leading private universities and colleges in Malaysia to study Human Resource Management or HRM degree courses are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Taylor’s University, HELP University, Asia Pacific University and HELP College of Arts & Technology
• Terrific private universities for Media Marketing or Social Media Marketing is Asia Pacific University.
• The best universities & colleges in Malaysia for Marketing at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Taylor’s University, Curtin University Sarawak, UCSI University, Asia Pacific University, HELP University,HELP College of Arts & Technology, First City University College , KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie & HELP Academy.

Highly Acclaimed Private Universities in Malaysia for Logistics Programmes

• The best universities in Malaysia to study Logistics Management degree programmes are UCSI University and KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie
• An excellent private university to study Supply Chain Management in Malaysia is UCSI University
• A top ranked university in Malaysia for the Diploma in Logistics Management is UCSI University

Top Ranked Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia for Accounting and Business Diploma Programmes

• First rate universities in Malaysia for students after SPM or O-Levels to study Diploma in Accounting programmes are Asia Pacific University, KDU University College Penang, HELP College of Arts & Technology and KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie
• Malaysia’s outstanding private universities for students after SPM or O-Levels to study the Diploma in Business Administration are Taylor’s University, UCSI University, Asia Pacific University, HELP University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, KDU University College Penang and First City University College.
• Top college in Malaysia for the Diploma in Business Administration is HELP College of Arts & Technology.
• Best private university in Malaysia to study the Diploma in Finance is Asia Pacific University (APU).

Business Foundation Programmes at the Best Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia

• Outstanding private universities in Malaysia for the Foundation in Business programmes are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Taylor’s University, Asia Pacific University, Curtin University Sarawak, First City University College,  Berjaya University College of Hospitality and Nilai University.
• Malaysia’s MQA Accredited Foundation in Arts programmes can also gain entry to accounting and business degree programmes. Top private universities and colleges in Malaysia offering the Foundation in Arts programme are Taylor’s University, UCSI University, HELP University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie & HELP College of Arts & Technology

Study Psychology at the Best Private Universities in Malaysia

• Top private universities & college in Malaysia for Psychology degree programmes are HELP University, HELP College of Arts & Technology, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Taylor’s University & UCSI University
• Top ranked HELP University at Subang 2 campus uniquely offers the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Flinders-HELP Joint Degree)
• Best private universities in Malaysia for Business Psychology are HELP University and Heriot-Watt University Malaysia

First Class Mass Communication Programmes at Malaysian Universities

• Malaysia’s private universities and colleges best for Mass Communication or Marketing Communications are KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, Taylor’s University, IACT College, KDU Penang University College, UCSI University, Curtin University Sarawak, HELP College of Arts & Technology and HELP University
• The best universities and colleges in Malaysia for the Diploma in Mass Communication are KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, Taylor’s University, IACT College, HELP University, First City University College, & KDU Penang University College
• Outstanding private universities and colleges in Malaysia for Media Studies are Curtin University Sarawak, IACT College and HELP University.
• First rate universities and colleges to study advertising & branding are Taylor’s University, IACT College, UCSI University and Asia Pacific University
• Premier private universities to study Public Relations and Communications are Taylor’s University, Curtin University Sarawak, HELP University & KDU Penang University College
• Top Ranked Curtin University Sarawak offers 2 dual major degrees in Public Relations which are: Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing and Public Relations) and the Bachelor of Commerce (Public Relations and Management)
• Top notch private universities and colleges for broadcasting are IACT College and Taylor’s University
• Top ranked Taylor’s University in Malaysia uniquely offers the UK Dual Award degree Bachelor of Mass Communication (Hons) (Public Relations & Event Management) and Bachelor of Mass Communication (Hons) (Public Relations & Marketing)
• UCSI University is a Top ranked private university in Malaysia that uniquely offers the BA (Hons) English Language and Communication (ELC) Degree programme
• Renowned IACT College uniquely offers the Diploma in Marketing and Advertising
• The best private university in Malaysia for performing arts or entertainment arts is KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie
• Top ranked private university in Malaysia offering the UK Dual Award degree in Social Media Marketing is Asia Pacific University
• Malaysia’s Top Private College, HELP College of Arts & Technology offers the 4+0 American Degree Program (ADP) Bachelor Of Science In Communication degree awarded by University of Upper Iowa (UIU), USA
• Best private universities & colleges in Malaysia offering the Foundation in Communication or Media Studies are Curtin University Sarawak, IACT College and Taylor’s University

The Best Private Universities in Malaysia to Study Computing, Computer Science, Software Engineering, & Information Communications Technology Degree Programmes

• Outstanding private universities in Malaysia to study Computing and IT programmes are Asia Pacific University, Taylor’s University, UCSI University, HELP University, and KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie and KDU Penang University College
• Top rate Malaysian private universities for Computer Science degree programmes are Asia Pacific University,   Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus, KDU Penang University College, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie and HELP University
• The best private university in Malaysia to study  Software Engineering UK Dual Award degree programme in Malaysia is at Asia Pacific University. Other top choices are Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie and First City University College
• The best private universities or colleges in Malaysia for the degree in forensic computing or forensic IT is APIIT and Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus.
• Premier Malaysian private universities for Computing degree courses are at Asia Pacific University, Taylor’s University, UCSI University, KDU University College Penang, HELP University and First City University College.
• Outstanding private universities in Malaysia for Mobile Computing degree courses are Asia Pacific University, HELP University and UCSI University
• First rate private universities in Malaysia offering degree programmes in  Games Development or Computer Game Technology are KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie , Asia Pacific University, KDU University College Penang and HELP University
• Premier Malaysian universities for Business Information Systems are Asia Pacific University, KDU Penang University College, UCSI University and HELP University.
• Top award-wining private university in Malaysia to study the information technology degree specialising in cloud computing is Asia Pacific University (APU).
• First class private university for information systems security and network computing degree programmes is Asia Pacific University.
• Best private university or college in Malaysia for the Computer Security or Cyber Security degree are APIIT and Taylor’s University
• Award-winning university in Malaysia for the UK Dual Award degree in Media Informatics is Asia Pacific University (APU)
• Top ranking Taylor’s University in Malaysia offers the Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) (Internet Technologies)
• The best private university in Penang, KDU Penang University College, offers the UK Dual Award Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Computer and Network Technology
• Best university for computer system engineering in Malaysia is Curtin University Sarawak

Outstanding Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia for Computing, IT or Computer Science Diploma & Foundation Programmes

• Leading private universities & colleges in Malaysia offering computing, computer science, IT or computer studies diploma programmme are Asia Pacific University,  Taylor’s University, KDU Penang University College, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, HELP University, First City University College, UCSI University and HELP College of Arts and Technology
• The best diploma in games design or games technology programmes are offered at KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie and KDU Penang University College.
• Students after SPM or O-Levels wanting the best universities for Foundation in Computing or Technology can go to Asia Pacific University, Taylor’s University, Curtin University Sarawak,KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, and First City University College

Excellent Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia for Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronic Engineering Degree Courses

• Top private universities and colleges in Malaysia offering the Mechanical Engineering degree course are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Southampton University, Taylor’s University, UCSI University, Curtin University Sarawak, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie , KDU University College Penang and HELP College of Arts & Technology
• Malaysia’s Top private universities offering the Mechatronic Engineering degree programme that’s accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia are Asia Pacific University & UCSI University.
• The best university colleges in Malaysia for Mechatronic Engineering are First City University College and KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie

Top Notch Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia to Study Applied Geology, Chemical Engineering & Petroleum Engineering Degree Courses

• Outstanding Malaysian private universities for the Chemical Engineering degree programme are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Curtin University Sarawak, Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus, Monash University, Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP), & UCSI University.
• Top ranking private universities for Petroleum Engineering degree programmes are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Curtin University Sarawak, UCSI University, Asia Pacific University (APU) and Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
• Best university in Malaysia to study the Applied Geology degree programme is at Curtin University Sarawak

Civil Engineering Degree Courses Accredited by Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) at Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia

• Premier universities in Malaysia for the Civil Engineering degree programme are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Monash University, Curtin University Sarawak & UCSI University

Award-Winning Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia for Electrical & Electronic Engineering and Telecommunication Engineering Degree Courses

• Malaysia’s top ranking private universities for Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree programmes are Southampton University, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Curtin University Sarawak, Monash University, UCSI University, Asia Pacific University, Taylor’s University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie and First City University College
• Top Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) accredited Telecommunication Engineering degree programmes are Curtin University Sarawak, Asia Pacific University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie and UCSI University

Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia to StudyAerospace Engineering, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering & Other Engineering Degree Courses

• The best university to obtain an Aerospace Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering degree is through UCSI University’s twinning programme with the University of Manitoba, Canada.
• Outstanding private university for the materials engineering diploma is UCSI University
• An excellent private university in Malaysia for Aircraft Maintenance Engineering and Aircraft Engineering is Nilai University
• Best private university in Malaysia for Computer Systems Engineering and Environmental Engineering is Curtin University Sarawak

Top Rated Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia to Study Engineering Diploma & Foundation Courses

• Students after SPM or O-Levels wanting Top Foundation in Engineering programmes at the best private universities in Malaysia are at Curtin University Sarawak, Taylor’s University, Asia Pacific University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie and First City University College
• Alternatively, students can take Foundation in Science programmes at Top private universities to enter engineering degree programmes. Premier universities in Malaysia offering Foundation in Science programmes are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Taylor’s University, UCSI University and HELP University.
• Leading private universities and colleges in Malaysia offering the Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering are UCSI University, Asia Pacific University,  KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, KDU Penang University College, APIIT, and First City University College.
• KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie uniquely offers the Diploma in Telecommunication & Computer Engineering
• Top ranked KDU Penang University College uniquely offers the Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Mechatronic) and Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Microelectronic)
• The best private college in Malaysia for the diploma in mechanical engineering programme is HELP College of Arts & Technology and Nilai University

Premier Private Universities in Malaysia for Architecture and Built Environment Courses

• Malaysia’s top private universities offering the Architecture degree accredited by Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia are UCSI University, and Taylors University
• Best private universities in Malaysia for the accredited Quantity Survey degree are Heriot-Watt University Malaysia , Taylors University and UTAR.
• Top ranking UK university in Malaysia for the Construction Project Management degree programme is Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.
• Students after SPM or O-Levels wanting to enter the degree programmes in architecture and built environment courses may go for the Foundation in Natural & Built Environments at Taylor’s University or go for Foundation in Science programmes at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Taylor’s University and UCSI University.
• Alternatively, students after SPM or O-Levels interested to enter the degree programmes in architecture and built environment courses at top private universities in Malaysia may go for the Foundation in Arts programme first offered at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Taylor’s University, UCSI University

Outstanding Applied Science and Health Sciences at Private Universities in Malaysia

• Malaysia’s best private universities for the Bachelor of Pharmacy degree are Monash University, UCSI University, Taylor’s University, as well as IMU University.
• Top rated private universities in Malaysia for the Food Science with Nutrition degree programme are UCSI University and Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus
• Premier universities in Malaysia for the degree in Nutrition are IMU and UCSI University
• Top ranked Taylor’s University in Malaysia uniquely offers the Bachelor of Science (Hons) Culinology® and the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Hons)
• Top ranked private universities in Malaysia, with Tier 5 Rating in SETARA 2013, for the Biotechnology degree programme are UCSI University,  Taylor’s University and Nilai University
• Outstanding private universities for medicine programmes are Monash, Newcastle Medical School, Manipal Medical University, IMU, Taylor’s University and UCSI University.
• Premier private university in Malaysia for Optometry is UCSI University.
• Top ranked UCSI University in Malaysia uniquely offers the Marine Science or Aquatic Science programme.
• Leading private university for Agriculture studies is Nilai University
• Excellent private universities in Malaysia for Nursing are IMU University, Nilai University and  UCSI University

List of Award-Winning Private Colleges & Universities in Malaysia for Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Events & Tourism Programmes in Malaysia

• Malaysia’s best private universities for Hospitality or Hotel Management degree programmes are KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, KDU Penang University College, Taylor’s University, Berjaya University College of Hospitality, UCSI University, UCSI University Sarawak Isthmus Campus and Nilai University
• Premier private universities in Malaysia for Tourism Management degree courses are KDU Penang University College, Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, Berjaya University College of Hospitality, UCSI University Sarawak, Asia Pacific University, Curtin University Sarawak, HELP University & Reliance College Kuala Lumpur.
• Leading private universities and colleges in Malaysia for Hospitality or Hotel Management diploma programmes are Taylor’s University, KDU Penang University College, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, Berjaya University College of Hospitality,  YTL International College of Hospitality Management, First City University College, Nilai University, HELP College of Arts and Technology, UCSI University, UCSI University Sarawak and Reliance College
• Malaysia’s Top rated private universities and colleges for Tourism diploma courses are Berjaya University College of Hospitality, Taylor’s University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, KDU University College Penang, Reliance College, Nilai University,  UCSI University Sarawak and HELP University
• Malaysia’s best private universities for Events Management degree courses are Berjaya University College of Hospitality, Taylor’s University, and UCSI University Sarawak
• Leading private universities and colleges in Malaysia for the Diploma in Events Management are Berjaya University College of Hospitality ,  Taylor’s University and UCSI University Sarawak
• Students after SPM or O-Levels planning to enter the degree in Hospitality Management or Tourism Management may go for the top rated Foundation in Hospitality at Berjaya University College of Hospitality. Premier private universities such as Taylor’s University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, UCSI University and Nilai University offers the Foundation in Arts programme as the pathway to hospitality management and tourism management degree courses.

Highly Acclaimed Private Colleges & Universities in Malaysia for Culinary Arts & Patisserie Programmes in Malaysia

• Top rated Culinary Schools in Malaysia are KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, Berjaya University College of Hospitality, Taylors University, KDU Penang University College  YTL International College of Hospitality Management, HELP College of Arts & Technology & UCSI University.
• Malaysia’s leading private universities for Culinary Arts degree programme are KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, Taylor’s University, Berjaya University College of Hospitality, and KDU Penang University College.
• Top private universities & colleges in Malaysia for Culinary Arts diploma programmes are KDU Penang University College, Taylor’s University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, Berjaya University College of Hospitality,  YTL International College of Hospitality Management, HELP College of Arts & Technology, Nilai University and UCSI University
• Top rated Berjaya University College of Hospitality uniquely offers the Diploma in Heritage Cuisine
• Outstanding university in Malaysia offering diploma in Patisserie or baking course is Berjaya University College of Hospitality
• Students after SPM or O-Levels planning to enter the degree in Culinary arts may go for the top rated Foundation in Hospitality at Berjaya University College of Hospitality. Premier private universities such as Taylor’s University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, UCSI University and Nilai University offers the Foundation in Arts programme as the pathway to culinary degree programmes.

Study Design at Top Private Colleges & Universities in Malaysia

• First rate Malaysian universities and colleges for the degree in Graphic Design are Taylor’s University, First City University College and UCSI University
• Malaysia’s best private colleges & universities for graphic design diploma programmes are Saito College, IACT College, First City University College, and UCSI University.
• Malaysia’s top award-winning private universities and colleges for the degree in Interior Architecture are First City University College, UCSI University, KDU Penang University College and Taylor’s University
• Top award-winning private universities and colleges for the diploma in interior design or diploma in interior architecture are First City University College, UCSI University, Taylor’s University, KDU Penang University College, Saito College, Point College and Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA)
• Top ranked private universities in Malaysia offering the degree in Multimedia Design are Taylor’s University, Asia Pacific University and UCSI University
• Premier private universities and colleges in Malaysia for Multimedia Design diploma programmes are The One Academy, Taylor’s University, KDU Penang University College, Saito College, Point College and First City University College.
• Outstanding universities and colleges for product design are First City University College, APIIT and Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA).
• Highly regarded private universities and colleges in Malaysia for 3D Animation degree courses are The One Academy, APIIT,  KDU Penang University College and UCSI University
• Best private universities in Malaysia for the Diploma in 3D Animation are The One Academy, KDU Penang University College and UCSI University
• Top private universities and colleges offering the diploma in fashion design are The One Academy, Raffles College, Saito College, UCSI University and Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA).
• Top ranked private university in Malaysia to study the Fashion Design with Marketing degree is UCSI University.
• The Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA) uniquely offers the Diploma in Illustration and Diploma in Fine Arts
• KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie uniquely offers the diploma in entrepreneurial design
• The best private colleges in Malaysia for Film Studies are Point College, UCSI University & APIIT
• Top ranked private college in Malaysia offering the Transport Design, Visual Effects degree and CGI & Digital Effects degree is APIIT
• Best Foundation in Design programmes in Malaysia are offered at Taylor’s University and First City University College

External Pre-University (Pre-U) Programmes at Top Private Universities & Colleges in Malaysia

All students after SPM have to take a Pre-University course before entering university such as A-Levels, STPM, AUSMAT, Foundation, UNSW Foundation Year, etc.

It can be confusing when choosing the right Pre-University course. When choosing a Pre-U course, you should understand yourself whether you want an exam-based course or a Pre-U course that contains a mix of coursework and exams.

You should also choose the Pre-University Programme based on what you would like to study for your degree, your budget, which country, and recognition.

Below is a list of some of the best universities and colleges in Malaysia offering the Pre-University Programmes.

• The best private colleges in Malaysia for the A-Levels  programme are HELP Academy, Taylors College, KDU Penang University College, KDU College Damansara Jaya and UCSI University
• Top rated private universities in Malaysia for the AUSMAT pre-university course are Sunway University and First City University College
• The best private colleges in Malaysia for South Australian Matriculation (SAM) Pre-U programme are Disted College Penang and Taylors College.
• The best university for UNSW Foundation is KDU College Damansarya Jaya
• Top private universities and colleges in Penang for A-Levels are KDU University College Penang and Disted College
• The best private universities and colleges in Malaysia for the American Degree Program (ADP) are Taylors University, KDU College Damansara Jaya, INTI College, HELP University and HELP College of Arts & Technology.

Leading Private Universities in Malaysia to Study Law, Education & Music Programmes

• Top private universities in Malaysia for Law programmes are Taylor’s University, HELP University and KDU College Damansara Jaya.
• The best private university in Malaysia for the UK Law Degree Transfer (UKT) is HELP University
• The best private college for law degree twinning is KDU College Damansara Jaya
• Top private universities in Malaysia for Teaching English as A Second Language (TESL) or English Education are UCSI University and HELP University
• Top ranking private university in Malaysia offering the Early Childhood Education diploma and degree programmes is HELP University.
• Top ranked Taylor’s University offers the Diploma in Education (Primary Education) and Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) (Hons)
• The best private university in Malaysia for Music degree programmes is UCSI University offering degree programmes in Classical Music and Contemporary Music.

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