Malaysia
Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ in Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ – a welcoming, multicultural city where Malaysian students feel at home.
- Gain a globally recognised degree.
- Join a strong Malaysian community on campus and throughout the city.
- Prepare for career success with award-winning careers support and industry-focused courses.
Welcome
Feel at home in Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ
With academic roots stretching back to 1824, The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ is one of the most respected universities worldwide.
We have a long history of welcoming students from Malaysia and there is a large population of students from Malaysia studying here.
The University’s reputation as a world-class teaching and research university is confirmed through our current world ranking of 35th in the influential QS ranking. The University is consistently one of the most targeted universities by the UK’s leading employers.
The single-site campus is at the heart of the city of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ. Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ is UK’s most popular student city – a buzzing and modern metropolis and an incredibly vibrant, cosmopolitan, friendly place to live and study. Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ has one of the most diverse populations in the UK with more than 200 languages spoken.
It is budget-friendly for international students as rent tends to be more reasonable than in many other locations. The many amenities are within walking distance of the campus with most of the shops, theatres, cafes and restaurants a short walk away.
On these pages, you will find key information for Malaysian students, including entry requirements, exhibitions and visits.
Employability
We're the most targeted university by the UK's top graduate employers ().
World-leading research
We are recognised as a global powerhouse of research, with 93% of the University’s research activity.
World rankings
Using different methodologies, international rankings typically compare universities from across the globe for their research performance and academic reputation.
| League table | World | Europe | UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 16 | 8 | |
| 9 | |||
| 46 | 13 | 6 | |
| 56 | 8 | ||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| 9 | 6 | 4 |
Entry requirements
The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ welcomes a large volume of applications from Malaysian students each year. General minimum entry requirements for Malaysian applicants are summarised below. Please carefully check the specific requirements for your chosen programme via our website prior to application.
A-Levels/International Baccalaureate (IB)
If you are studying A-levels or the International Baccalaureate (IB) then you can apply for direct entry to the first year of an undergraduate/bachelor’s degree.
Typical grade requirements:
- A-levels: A*AA – ABB
- IB: 34-38 points, with 7, 6, 6 – 6, 5, 5 in Higher Level (HL) subjects
Subject specific requirements may apply.
Undergraduate entry requirements
The entry requirements below are provided for guidance only. Requirements may vary by course and/or academic School.
Holders of A-levels or the International Baccalaureate (IBDP) at good grades are considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes. Please see the undergraduate course pages for standard entry requirements for individual programmes.
STPM is considered to be equivalent to A-levels on a grade for grade basis and applicants will also need to demonstrate English language proficiency.
The University can consider the Cambridge English Language syllabus 1119 at good grades as a recognised English language qualification for entry to undergraduate programmes.
College/Institute diplomas can sometimes be considered for entry to second year of certain bachelor degrees on a case by case basis. Please contact the International Office or the admissions staff for the programme to which you wish to apply for further information.
Applicants with the appropriate background from HELP University College, Taylor’s College and Brickfields Asia College can be considered for entry to the second year of the LLB at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ School of Law.
The UEC can be considered, please contact the admissions team for your course of study.
The Malaysian Matriculation (Matrikulasi) can be considered for entry to courses at the University. Please contact the relevant admissions team.
Applicants with other qualifications are encouraged to contact the International Office or the admissions staff for the programme to which you wish to apply for further information.
PG Master's courses
Students with a good bachelor's degree (normally, a minimum GPA of 3.0) from a Malaysian university can be considered for entry to postgraduate degrees at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ.
Applicants will also need to demonstrate English language proficiency.
Pre-requisites and additional requirements are specified on the programme descriptions.
MBA
The Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ MBA requires a minimum of three years’ professional work experience.
Please access the for full MBA entry requirements.
The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ offers a range of one year master’s programmes that offer an attractive alternative to academically well-qualified students without suitable work experience.
PhD
Students with a good master's degree (normally, a minimum GPA of 3.0) from a Malaysian university can be considered for entry to postgraduate research at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ.
Applicants will also need to demonstrate English language proficiency.
PhDs/Postgraduate research degrees are individually supervised. We strongly recommend that prospective applicants make initial enquiries with the potential supervisor or academic school before submitting a formal application. A research proposal is required along with your formal application.
English language requirements
All international students coming to study in the UK on a student route visa are required to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language.
The minimum English language requirements for each programme are specified in the course description.
We accept a range of global English tests (eg IELTS, TOEFL iBT). In addition, we may be able to consider English from Malaysian SPM CEFR Level C1 and above (from 2021 onwards), Malaysian 1119, IGCSE and IBDP depending on the overall score achieved. Some courses have English language requirements that are higher than the required level stated here. Please check the relevant course for details.
For further guidance about evidencing English language proficiency, please contact the International Office or the relevant admissions team. Alternatively, consult our English Language requirement web pages.
Find your course
Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ Abroad
If you are currently enrolled as a degree-seeking student at any accredited university or college of higher education outside of the UK, you can apply to spend a semester or full year here at The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ.
We offer year/semester abroad programmes as well as participating in a number of exchange partnerships with key European and worldwide universities. Most students joining us for study abroad do so in their third year (of a four-year degree) although we do also accept applications from second- and final-year students.
Minimum entry requirements for study abroad students are a cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0.
Finance
Scholarships
Global Futures Scholarships 2026
The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ is proud to offer more than 300 awards to international students starting their studies in September 2026. The total value of scholarships offered will be more than £6 million and are open to students applying for undergraduate and master’s degrees.
Undergraduate awards
We're proud to offer more than 100 merit-based undergraduate scholarships of up to £30,000 (£10,000 per year over three years) to international students from a selection of countries across the globe.
The Global Futures Scholarships for South East Asia are open to applicants domiciled in: Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
Please note: the application form will be made available once you've applied for an eligible course and received an offer.
Each award comprises £10,000 for the first year of study with a further £10,000 in the second and third years. Continuation of the award is conditional on attainment of 60% in final exams and assessments each year. Scholarships will be awarded as a discount on published international tuition fees.
You must be taking one of the following qualifications:
- A-level
- IBDP
- Singapore Integrated Programme
- STPM (Malaysia)
- UEC (Malaysia)
- Indian Standard XII
- Advanced Placement (AP) Exams
Scholarships will be awarded based on academic excellence, predicted and achieved grades, and your online application form, which will be emailed to all eligible offer-holders.
Awardees will be selected based on academic merit, but we'll try to achieve a balance in the allocation of the awards by gender, domicile, qualification type and course of study.
Applications will be considered from international fee-paying students domiciled in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand or Vietnam.
To be considered as domiciled, you must have predominantly lived there during the last three years.
You must be applying for direct first-year entry in 2026 and have, or be working towards, one of the following qualifications:
- A-Levels (including international A-Levels)
- Advanced Placement (AP) Exams
- IB Diploma
- Integrated Programme (Singapore)
- STPM (Malaysia)
- UEC (Malaysia)
- Indian Standard XII (when taken in an eligible South East Asian country)
You must have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time course at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ and submit an online scholarship application form by 21 April 2026.
Applications will be assessed on any previous exams, predicted grades in the above-listed qualifications and the strength of the personal statement.
You must be self-funded (not sponsored).
You must have selected The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ as your 'Firm' UCAS choice by 29 May 2026.
The application form will be emailed to all eligible applicants shortly after an academic offer is made. Offers will be made by 22 May 2026, and will be conditional on academic performance as outlined in the full terms and conditions below.
Not eligible
- Applicants for Medicine (MBChB), Dentistry (BDS), Architecture, or any courses with an integrated foundation year.
- Applicants who've previously studied at a higher education institution or high school in the UK.
- Applicants for blended and distance learning programmes.
The above is provided as a summary so make sure that you download and read our f.
You must submit an online scholarship application form by 21 April 2026.
The form will be emailed to all offer-holders who're considered eligible.
All successful applicants will then be notified by 22 May 2026.
Master’s awards
We're proud to offer more than 200 merit-based master’s scholarships to prospective international students from a range of countries across the globe.
The South East Asia scholarships are worth £10,000 and will be awarded as a discount on the published overseas tuition fees.
The awards are open to applicants domiciled in: Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand or Vietnam; in addition to the other eligibility criteria outlined in the full terms and conditions.
These scholarships of £10,000 will be awarded based on academic excellence and the quality of your online application form.
Scholarships will be awarded as a discount on published overseas tuition fees.
- Applications will be considered from international fee-paying students domiciled in: Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand or Vietnam.
- To be considered as domiciled, you must have predominantly lived there during the last three years.
- You must hold an unconditional or conditional offer to study a full-time, on-campus master’s course at The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ starting in September 2026; and submit an online scholarship application form by 30 April 2026. The form will be emailed to all eligible offer-holders.
- You'll be considered based on academic merit and the quality of your scholarship application, but we'll try to achieve a balance by gender, domicile and course in the allocation of the awards.
- You must be self-funded (not sponsored).
Not eligible
- Applicants for MBA, MPhil, Master of Architecture (MArch), Architecture and Urbanism (MA), Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA), Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Clinical Medicine and Dentistry degrees.
- Some ‘Master’s by Research’ courses are also ineligible (see terms and conditions below).
- Applicants who've studied a bachelor’s degree outside of the eligible countries in South East Asia.
- Blended, part-time and distance learning programmes (including programmes hosted by one of The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ’s Global Centres).
The above is provided as a summary but please ensure that you download and read our .
You must hold an unconditional or conditional offer to study a full-time master’s course at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ and submit an online scholarship application form by 30 April 2026.
The application form will be available once you've applied for an eligible course and received an offer.
All successful applicants will be notified by 1 June 2026.
Other scholarships and funding
- The University provides general guidance on .
- Students interested in a one-year master’s degree can apply for the .
- Search our database for .
- For PhDs, the University offers a number of competitive bursaries via individual Schools and research groups for well-qualified candidates. Check with your prospective academic School for details and the University’s postgraduate research .
You may also be eligible for sponsorship from your own government. Although The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ will support any student applying for this type of funding, it's important that you understand the process and apply for this source of funding separately. You can apply to the University before your funding has been confirmed.
Careers and alumni
Careers
Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ graduates have an excellent reputation among employers. We are the most targeted university by major UK graduate employers () and we are 5th in the UK and 41st in the world in the . The Times and Sunday Times recently recognised Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ as ‘the university of the year for graduate employment’. Many of our academic Schools offer career-related course units and lectures delivered by employers who will explain exactly what they are looking for in recruits.
In addition, we maintain links with more than 7,000 UK and global employers. This enables us to ensure teaching and course content are relevant to the needs of industry and commerce so our graduates leave not just with academic knowledge but also with the transferable skills needed to be successful on their chosen career path.
At Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ we are mindful of the concerns of prospective Malaysian students regarding opportunities to improve career prospects by gaining work experience post-graduation in the UK. Our Careers Service has including the new which will offer Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ graduates the possibility of staying in the UK for two further years to work, or look for work, at any skill level. Many of our undergraduate programmes feature the opportunity for industrial/professional experience and the offers fantastic support to budding entrepreneurs.
Career resources for Malaysian students
Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ has an outstanding careers service, offering a broad range of innovative support to students from the first day of their study here, including:
- help to find part-time jobs and internships;
- access to fairs, workshops and presentations attracting more than 600 exhibitors and 20,000 visitors a year;
- essential advice from trained careers consultants and industry professionals and support tailored to the specific needs of our international students including our International Students Careers Week and country-specific events;
- our International programme allows students to connect with alumni across the globe for career advice, feedback and networking.
Find out more on our .
Alumni
The range of opportunities available at The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ is reflected in our alumni, who can be found all over the world contributing to society in countless different ways.
The relationship between the University and its students does not end at graduation. As a graduate of The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ, all students automatically become a member of the Alumni Association.
We are currently in contact with almost 3,200 alumni in Malaysia though there are also a number of active alumni groups in many countries. These groups foster social and professional links among our graduates, through a wide range of social events.
We are keen to encourage our graduates, wherever they are in the world, to maintain links with one another and with the University.
If you would like to meet up with University staff when they are visiting Malaysia or you would be willing to help potential international students by sharing your experiences at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ, we would also like to hear from you.
For more information, please contact: alumni@manchester.ac.uk
UKAN - UK Alumni Network
The (UKAN) is a British Council initiative designed to help Malaysians stay in touch with the UK. Free membership is available to all Malaysians who attended university in the UK.
Profiles
Tian Mei - Malaysian student
Video: Watch this short film to hear from one of our Malaysian students as she describes her experiences of student societies at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ.
Global Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ
Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ welcomes students from all over the world, creating a vibrant, inclusive community you can quickly feel part of.
With a rich cultural mix, global food scene and friendly atmosphere, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to connect with others, celebrate your own culture and experience new ones.
Through our strong international partnerships with universities, organisations and global networks, you’ll also benefit from opportunities such as study abroad, collaborative research and global career connections.
Together, this makes Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ an exciting and supportive place to call home during your studies.
Student societies
The Malaysian Student’s Society of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ aims to offer its members fun events and a platform for new international students to make friends, settle in at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ and enjoy University with a touch of Malaysia culture and tradition. For more information, please visit the .
The features more than 400 societies covering a variety of interests and hobbies and includes societies relevant to courses, sports and leisure interest.
Meet us
Meet representatives of The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ in Malaysia. A range of academic, admissions and recruitment colleagues will be available to answer your questions.
If your city is not highlighted below or the timings don’t work, please email Fran Halliwell or Jo-Anne Tan to arrange an alternative interaction.
Virtual Open Days
If there are no current opportunities to meet us, you can still discover what it’s like to study at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ.
By joining one of our virtual open days, you can explore the campus, accommodation and the city, join live sessions and Q&As with staff and current students - and get a real feel for student life and support available to you from application to graduation. It’s your chance to connect and ask questions.
- Undergraduate virtual open days
- Postgraduate taught information sessions
- Postgraduate research virtual open days
Campus tours
Thinking of visiting campus? Learn more about our international student campus tours.
Contacts
The International Team is here to help.
Please complete the form below to contact us with any questions you may have.
We also welcome enquiries from schools and invitations to any planned events.
Educational advisers (agents)
For free advice and assistance with your application to Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ, please contact our educational agents in Malaysia:
West Malaysia
MABECS
B-7-3 Block B West, PJ8,
No. 23 Jalan Barat, Seksyen 8,
46050 Petaling Jaya,
Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: +(03) 7956 7655/7439
Tel: +6017-339 7453
East Malaysia (Sabah)
MABECS
GA Space, No.1-2,1B,
2nd Floor, Block B,
Kolam Centre Phase II,
Jalan Lintas, Luyang,
88300 Kota Kinabalu,
Sabah
Tel: +6011-2668 5678
East Malaysia (Sarawak)
MABECS
2nd Floor, SL8,
ChaYiGoldLand,
93350 Kuching,
Sarawak
Tel: +6019-8989787
British Council
The British Council has offices in many countries around the world, including Malaysia, which can provide you with advice about studying in the UK.
Most offices also have an education library and internet facilities where you can consult university material.
The British Council can also provide advice about funding opportunities.
Visit the website for further details.
Working with an educational adviser or agent
If you are planning to seek the support of an educational adviser or ‘agent’, we would strongly recommend that you first refer to British Councils' .
The University of Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ’s contracted educational advisers are trusted, trained representatives of the institution. If you are dissatisfied with your experience, please email international@manchester.ac.uk.
Contact a student
If you would like to speak to a current student from your home country to hear about student life at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ, please contact the International Office via email international@manchester.ac.uk – please include your name and subject of interest.