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Multimedia University

Malaysia's pioneer ICT university in the heart of Cyberjaya's tech corridor.

Cyberjaya, SelangorEst. 1996Official website

About

Type

Private

Founded

1996

Location

Cyberjaya, Selangor

Website

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Multimedia University (MMU) was established in 1996 as Malaysia's first private university focused on information and communication technology, with its flagship campus in Cyberjaya, Selangor.

MMU offers programs in engineering, computing, creative multimedia, business, and law, supported by industry partnerships with Malaysia's leading technology companies.

International students choose MMU for its specialized ICT curriculum, research in telecommunications and AI, and location within Malaysia's Silicon Valley.

Academics

Study levels

FoundationDiplomaDegreeMaster'sPhD

Faculties & schools

Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Computing and Informatics
Faculty of Creative Multimedia
Faculty of Business
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Cinematic Arts
Faculty of Information Science and Technology
Faculty of Management

Popular programs

ProgramLevel
Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)Bachelor's
Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics) (Hons)Bachelor's
Bachelor of Multimedia (Hons)Bachelor's
Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons)Bachelor's
Bachelor of Business (Hons)Bachelor's

Research centres

Institute for Human Centred Engineering (iHumEn)

Human-centred engineering, robotics, and assistive technology research.

Centre for Advanced Computing Technology (C-ACT)

AI, data analytics, and advanced computing systems research.

Institute for Digital Innovation and Analytics (IDIA)

Digital transformation, fintech, and business analytics.

Centre for Telecommunication Research and Innovation (CeTRI)

Telecommunications, 5G, and network systems R&D.

Campuses

Cyberjaya Campus

63100 Cyberjaya, Selangor

Melaka Campus

75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka

Admissions

Intakes

AprilSeptemberDecember

General requirements

  • SPM/O-Levels, UEC, A-Levels, STPM, foundation, or diploma with required grades
  • Mathematics prerequisite for engineering and computing programs
  • Portfolio for creative multimedia and cinematic arts programs

English requirements

  • IELTS: 5.0–5.5 overall
  • TOEFL iBT: 46–55
  • MMU English Placement Test available

Requirements vary by program — confirm with ARNE counselors.

Required documents

  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency test results
  • Portfolio (creative programs)

Tuition fees (estimate)

Estimated international tuition: RM 25,000–42,000/year for most undergraduate programs. Engineering and computing fees vary by campus — confirm with MMU.

International students

MMU hosts a diverse international student community with dedicated support services at its Cyberjaya and Melaka campuses.

Support services

  • MMU International Student Office
  • On-campus accommodation at Cyberjaya and Melaka
  • Industry internship and co-op programs
  • Student clubs and tech competitions
  • Career placement and alumni network

Visa & EMGS

MMU assists international students with EMGS student pass applications after offer acceptance and enrollment confirmation.

Apply with ARNE

Ready to apply to Multimedia University? Our counselors will guide you through program selection, document preparation, and your EMGS student pass application.