Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) — For International Students 2026
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), established in 2002 as a non-profit private university, is widely regarded as Malaysia's best value private university — ranked #601–800 globally (QS 2026) with fees significantly below most private alternatives. UTAR's two campuses in Kampar (Perak) and Sungai Long (Selangor) offer over 140 programmes in engineering, IT, business, medicine, and science.
Free Visa Assistance · No Hidden Fees · Full Support
Key Benefits for International Students
Private Non-Profit University · Kampar, Perak / Sungai Long, Selangor · 2002 · 20,000+ Students · QS #601–800 (2026)
Strong Industry Connections & Graduate Employability
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) maintains active partnerships with industry — providing students with structured internship placements, career fairs, and direct employment pathways upon graduation.
Internationally Accredited Programmes
All programmes are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and relevant professional bodies — ensuring your degree is recognised by employers in Malaysia, the GCC, and internationally.
Supportive International Student Services
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) has dedicated international student support services including visa assistance, accommodation support, orientation, and academic counselling — ensuring a smooth transition for students.
Accessible Location with Modern Facilities
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) provides modern lecture halls, labs, libraries, and student amenities — creating a comfortable and productive learning environment for international students.
Programmes & Fees
Browse by Level or Field. Fees shown are the total programme cost for the Sungai Long campus, per UTAR's official international fee structure — UTAR is a not-for-profit university known for strong value and high graduate employability.
| Foundation in Science | Foundation | Science | 1 Year | RM 9,040 |
| Foundation in Arts | Foundation | Arts | 1 Year | - |
| Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) | Degree | Nursing | 4 Years | RM 67,300 |
| Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Honours) | Degree | Medicine | 5 Years | RM 99,200 |
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) | Degree | Medicine | 5 Years | RM 303,825 |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) | Degree | Medicine | 4 Years | RM 75,850 |
| Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Game Design | Degree | Multimedia | 3 Years | RM 50,500 |
| Bachelor of Science (Honours) Game Development | Degree | Computing | 3 Years | RM 49,600 |
| Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Graphic Design and Multimedia | Degree | Multimedia | 3 Years | RM 50,450 |
| Bachelor of Accounting (Honours) | Degree | Business | 4 Years | RM 51,700 |
| Bachelor of Finance (Financial Technology) with Honours | Degree | Business | 3 Years | RM 51,600 |
| Bachelor of Science (Honours) Actuarial Science | Degree | Business | 3 Years | RM 50,400 |
| Bachelor of Science (Honours) Financial Mathematics | Degree | Science | 3 Years | RM 50,400 |
| Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering with Honours | Degree | Engineering | 4 Years | RM 60,450 |
| Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours | Degree | Engineering | 4 Years | RM 60,450 |
| Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours) | Degree | Education | 3 Years | RM 48,550 |
Fees & Key Dates
Full cost details for international students in Malaysia.
Good to Know
UTAR is a not-for-profit institution, which helps keep fees competitive relative to programme quality. Contact us for an exact breakdown for your programme — consultation is completely free.
Intake & Support
We support you at every step — from programme selection to visa approval. Our service is completely free.
Application Steps
We handle steps 3 and 4 on your behalf at no extra cost.
1Contact us and confirm your programme
Our advisors verify your eligibility and recommend the best programme match at this university.
1–2 Days2Gather your documents
Prepare certified transcripts, valid passport, IELTS/TOEFL result, and passport photo. We review before submission.
3–7 Days3Receive your Offer Letter
We submit your application and follow up until your offer letter arrives — typically within 3–5 weeks.
2–4 Weeks4Accept offer and process your visa
Pay the registration fee to trigger your EMGS student visa. We monitor the visa status for you.
4–8 Weeks5Fly to Malaysia and begin your studies
Arrive with your Visa Approval Letter (VAL), collect your student pass, and attend orientation.
DoneFrequently Asked Questions — Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
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