UCSI University
Malaysia's highest-ranked private university for music, medicine, and hospitality.
About
UCSI University is one of Malaysia's leading private universities, founded in 1986 with its main campus at Cheras, Kuala Lumpur. It is the nation's top-ranked private institution in global university rankings.
UCSI is renowned for music, medicine, pharmacy, engineering, and hospitality programs, with a strong emphasis on industry immersion and international mobility.
The university's Institute of Music and medical teaching hospital provide distinctive learning environments that attract international students from across Asia and beyond.
Academics
Study levels
Faculties & schools
Popular programs
| Program | Level |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) | Bachelor's |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) | Bachelor's |
| Bachelor of Music (Hons) Classical | Bachelor's |
| Bachelor of Hospitality Management (Hons) | Bachelor's |
| Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical & Electronic) (Hons) | Bachelor's |
Research centres
Centre for Visions and Foresight
Strategic foresight, policy analysis, and futures studies research.
Centre for Bioactive Molecules and Drug Discovery
Pharmaceutical and natural product drug discovery research.
Institute of Computer Science and Digital Innovation
Computing, AI, and digital innovation research.
Centre for Occupational Safety and Health
Workplace safety, health sciences, and ergonomics research.
Campuses
Kuala Lumpur Campus (Main)
Jalan UCSI, 56000 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
Kuching Campus
Kuching, Sarawak
Admissions
Intakes
General requirements
- UEC, A-Levels, STPM, foundation, or diploma with required grades
- Audition for music programs
- Interview for medicine and pharmacy
- Science prerequisites for health sciences and engineering
English requirements
- IELTS: 5.5–6.5 depending on program
- TOEFL iBT: 46–79
- UCSI English Placement Test available
Requirements vary by program — confirm with ARNE counselors.
Required documents
- Online application and academic transcripts
- Passport copy
- English proficiency certificate
- Audition recording (music programs)
- Medical report (health sciences)
Tuition fees (estimate)
Estimated international tuition: RM 32,000–55,000/year for most undergraduate programs; medicine approximately RM 85,000+/year. Scholarships available for high achievers.
International students
UCSI University has a large international student body with global mobility programs and dedicated support at its Kuala Lumpur and Kuching campuses.
Support services
- UCSI International Office
- On-campus accommodation
- UCSI University Hospital clinical training
- Student exchange and mobility programs
- Career services and industry placement
Visa & EMGS
UCSI coordinates EMGS student pass processing for enrolled international students through its international admissions office.
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