Studying in a distant, unfamiliar place is a challenging decision to make, but it is an important step toward shaping your future. Malaysia, a country in Southeast Asia, is emerging as a reputable international study destination. It is rising in terms of global rankings for higher education and becoming a leading center of learning in Asia and worldwide.
Malaysia is a welcoming nation brimming with innovation and sustainable beauty. In 2019, it was home to approximately 130,000 international students. Malaysia is the 9th most popular study destination in the world, according to the latest International Students Mobility Survey by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
Malaysia is an up-and-coming higher education destination for the following reasons:
Malaysian universities have a rising global reputation
Just around 10 years ago, Malaysia was not a popular study destination for international students, unlike today. Through the support of the Malaysian government, its education sector was established with the vision of being recognized as a Southeast Asian and world leader in education.
Malaysian universities belong within the top 200 global university ranking, attracting more and more students seeking highly recognized degrees. Currently, there are more than 100 institutions in Malaysia, both in public and private, with 151 courses in tertiary level to choose from.
The cost of studying and living in Malaysia is much lower than other countries
Compared to other countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, and Australia, living and studying expenses in Malaysia are much more affordable. It would cost just MYR 39,990 for an undergraduate course in Malaysia, while the same course with the same learning content and marking scheme in other countries would cost more. The country is also home to foreign university branches with lesser cost.
A student can comfortably live in Malaysia as long as he has a budget of MYR 1,100 a month, which can cover food, accommodation, and other daily expenses.
Malaysia has a diverse culture and a safe environment
Malaysians are known to be welcoming, friendly, and sociable. The country has long been home to different religions and races with a unique set of principles and ideologies. Staying true to being a student-friendly nation, there are no language barriers in Malaysia as English is widely spoken, along with Malay.
Malaysia is also considered as one of the world’s safest countries to live in, with a low crime rate. It placed 20th in the most peaceful country in the world, and 5th in the Asia-Pacific region, according to the Global Peace Index 2020.
To sum up, here are the top reasons to study in Malaysia: its well-developed education system, socio-cultural spots, low-cost living expenses, and its ethnically diverse environment. Malaysia also takes pride in improving and imparting world-class education to its students.
Malaysia is a fresh choice for a study abroad destination, and there are more things to know about this booming country. Check out our other articles at MSM Unify, Overseas education consultancy to learn more about what Malaysia can offer to international students.
