Where to Find 'Top 25 Universities' Students in Malaysia

The universities in Malaysia are starting to move up the ranks! In 2019, 5 Malaysian universities made it on Top 50 of QS University Rankings in Asia. These universities are Universiti Malaya, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

Showcasing the top universities Asia has to offer, the QS World University Rankings 2018 highlights Asia's leading universities.

These universities are ranked based on these qualities!

• Academic reputation (30%)

• Employer reputation (20%)

• Faculty/student ratio (10%)

• International research network (10%)

• Citations per paper (10%) and papers per faculty (5%)

• Staff with a PhD (5%)

• Proportion of international faculty (2.5%) and proportion of international students (2.5%)

• Proportion of inbound exchange students (2.5%) and proportion of outbound exchange students (2.5%)

Students and graduates of these universities are highly sought after by many top companies in Malaysia, especially as interns. Each of these universities has its own specialities and focus. If you're planning to hire, make sure to check out the universities below!

Here are the top five universities in Malaysia:

5 BEST UNIVERSITIES IN MALAYSIA

1. University Malaya (UM)

With the objective to be an internationally-renowned institution of higher learning in research, innovation, publication and teaching, University Malaya welcomes students of all academic backgrounds.

UM is the oldest university in Malaysia, located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, this is a university that values high-quality teaching and traditions.

2. Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)

UPM is known for its strong industry links and business partnerships and has worked with the United Nations, the World Health Organisation and a multitude of small to medium enterprises, which is a great way to improve student employability.

3.Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

The university has made big leaps in the university rankings for the last few years. UKM achieved this by rearranging their faculties based on current issues and their scopes, instead of the traditional arrangement according to disciplines.

The current issues UKM is focusing on are B40 empowerment, STEM (Science, technology, engineering and mathematics), sustainable environment, a healthy Malaysia, and Asean integration. No wonder UKM graduates are highly sought after by top companies!

4. Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)

Originally known as Universiti Pulau Pinang in 1971, USM motivates learners with courses ranging from Natural Sciences, Applied Sciences, Medical and Health Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences to Technology, Social Sciences and Humanities.

USM graduates are popular among tech companies.

5. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

By showcasing the value of holistic and entrepreneurial academia, UTM is the place to go for forward-thinking degree frameworks and innovative student programs.

With tech-based degrees and contemporary lecture themes, this university has earned its place as a top academic institution in Malaysia. 

Honorable Mentions

• Universiti Teknologi Petronas

• Universiti Utara Malaysia

• Taylor's University

• Universiti Teknologi MARA

• International Islamic University Malaysia

• Multimedia University

• UCSI University

• Universiti Malaysia Pahang

• Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman

• Universiti Malaysia Perlis 

• Universiti Malaysia Sabah

• Universiti Tenaga Nasional

• Sunway University

• Universiti Malaysia Sarawak

• Management & Science University

• Universiti Malaysia Terengganu

• Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

• Limkokwing University

• UniKL

• Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris

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