Master’s in Malaysia

Master’s in Malaysia

Want to study Master’s in Malaysia? Understand this blog.

Quick notes on studying Masters in Malaysia:

Many overseas Universities from UK, Australia and USA have their campuses in Malaysia.

 

Study Master’s in Malaysia at HALF the Cost:

The best part of pursuing your Masters from Malaysia at these overseas campuses is the access to Top Masters institutes in the world at HALF the cost of studying in the Home Country. Eg. Cost of Nottingham MSc Finance and Investment in the UK is GBP 20500 (Rs 20.5 lacs) and the same MSc Investment and Finance at Nottingham Malaysia campus will cost you RM 50,070 (Rs 8 lacs approx.) while the degree will be from the same prestigious University of Nottingham, UK.

Duration of Master’s in Malaysia:

Masters programs in Malaysia are generally between 1 and 2 years in duration with multiple options for 1 year.  Moreover, Malaysia provides excellent career opportunities in terms of global exposure.

Intakes for Master’s in Malaysia:

On a general note there are three intakes in Malaysia: January, March, September. September is their biggest intake. Indian students can also apply for this term since final marks of most students arrive around June. You can apply early and get conditional admission letter and then update your university in Malaysia with the final examination score you receive.

Fee Structure for Master’s in Malaysia:

The local currency in Malaysia is Ringgit. 1 RM = Rs 16 approx.:

The courses in Malaysia offered by various intuitions are quite affordable. The Cost of Tuition fees ranges from MUR 53,500 to MUR 5,52,000 per year approx. So if we look it at from our point of view, an Indian student may land up paying Rs. 1,10,000 to Rs. 11,00,000 which is a lot cheaper that other foreign destinations.

Work Experience for Master’s in Malaysia:

Work experience after your graduation is NOT required to study MS in Malaysia. You can directly apply while you are studying in the final of your Bachelors and join a University in Malaysia in the same year as you finish your Bachelors. Your results come out in June and you will be good to join your Masters in Malaysia in September.

GRE / GMAT Requirement for Master’s in Malaysia:

GRE or GMAT is NOT required to study Master’s in Malaysia. Only a few MBA programs may need GMAT. For a list of MBA programs in Malaysia, check out MBA in Malaysia.

English Language Requirement for Master’s in Malaysia:

One must have a recognized English language qualification such as IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum score that is accepted for entry is IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT80. The test could be done within one month from the date you decide to take the test i.e. preparing for the test, registering for the test, to appearing for it. If you need to register for the test or need help or coaching, you could contact us at +91 9820864001. Some Institutions in Malaysia waive this requirement if you have undertaken your studies in English medium all through out

Work in Malaysia during Master’s in Malaysia:

In spite of affordable education in Malaysia, international students are permitted to work part time of 20 hours. / week. Students can earn up to US $ 200 – 500 monthly by working part-time. What more can we ask for right!

Work in Malaysia after Master’s in Malaysia (Jobs in Malaysia):

The economy is based on tourism, textiles, sugar, and financial services. In recent years, information and communication technology, seafood, hospitality and property development, healthcare, renewable energy, and education and training have emerged as important sectors, attracting substantial investment from both local and foreign investors. Post education, one can choose from the various industries to settle in professionally.

investors. Post education, one can choose from the various industries to settle in professionally.

Master’s in Malaysia offered by some popular overseas Universities:

Masters Courses at the University of Nottingham in Malaysia:

Note – The popular ones for Indian students include: Engineering, Business, Psychology.

Masters courses at Monash University in Malaysia

Masters courses at Curtin University, Australia – Malaysia Campus

Masters courses offered by Heriot-Watt University, UK in Malaysia

Postgraduate Programs by Coursework by Swinburne University of Technology, Malaysia (Sarawak Campus)

PhD / Masters Degrees by Research by Swinburne University of Technology, Malaysia (Sarawak Campus)

Documents required for admission to study Master’s in Malaysia:

Academic Documents:

Attested copies of all your certificates X, XII & Graduate Degree (if applicable), Mark Sheets including Backlogs (Re-sits). Final year or final semester marksheet can be submitted later if you are currently studying in the final year of your Bachelors.

Transcript:

Transcript from your degree college may be required by some universities. A transcript is a consolidated marksheet available from your College.

English Test Score:

Evidence of English Language proficiency e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, etc. (if applicable). If you have not taken the test yet, you can still make an application. We can update your scores later to the University as and when you receive them.

GMAT / GRE:

GRE is NOT required to study in Malaysia. However, if you do have a score, then it always improves your admission chances. Submit standardised tests score e.g. GMAT, GRE (if applicable). Only some MBA programmes may need GMAT. Submit this score report too

Recommendation Letters (LORs):

Academic References as required by the Institute (Min. 2). These could be from your employer / teacher from school / college. These must be on the letter headed paper of your company or Institution.

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Two Passport sized photographs.

Statement of Purpose (SOP):

An SOP is a 1.5 to 2 pages essay where you show your interest about: your previous academic journey, why a specific University, why Masters in Malaysia, your career goals, how will the course help you achieve your goals, etc. This statement could be submitted to us as a Word file and we will review and edit it for you.

Resume:

Preferably one page that highlights your work experience, educational qualifications, interests, additionally courses or activities you have done. Submit this to us in a Word format.

Application Fee:

Draft for application fees, if applicable.

Portfolio:

Design Portfolio (for Art, Design & Architecture Courses only)

Extra-curricular Activities’ Certificates: Certificates & Achievements of Extracurricular Activities (if available)

Note: If you are currently studying in the final year and have not received the marksheet for your final semester or year, you can submit this later to us and we can update the University with the same.

Malaysia Admission Consulting and Visa Guidance: How we help for Master’s in Malaysia?

Consulting:

We explain the complete process of studying Masters in Malaysia. We assess your profile and understand your suitability to study in Malaysia.

Shortlisting:

Based on your interest area, future plans, career objectives, budget and several other factors, we help you select the right Masters programs in Malaysia you must apply to. We categorically suggest Ambitious, Moderate and Safe University options from which you can select from so as to create the right set of final Universities.

Application Documentation for Master’s in Malaysia:

We guide you with your documents required for applying to Masters programs in Malaysia. This includes helping you build and edit the right CV, editing suggestions to strengthen your essays and SOP, providing guidance on your recommendation letter content, and more. We are one of the leading admission consulting in the country and essay editing is our forte.

Essay Editing:

We are excellent at this! We provide critical feedback on your essays and engage in brainstorming sessions to place your profile in the finest form at the Universities.

Application:

We guide you through the applications to Business Schools in Malaysia where we plan the complete application, help you bring out your strengths in your application, help you fill the application forms correctly, check the content, rectify any errors, and help you submit the application. This is followed by checking the application documents to be sent to the right department at the University.

Follow Up Counselling for Master’s in Malaysia:

We are always there for you. Universities email you their queries or provide updates on your applications. Often times, we follow up with your Universities. After your applications too, generally you are bound to come up with a lot of questions, and we will be happy to help.

Finalization:

Once your offers are in, we help you finalize on the right Masters program for you at the right business school. Often students face a dilemma at this stage when they receive more than one admit.

Financial Matters:

We will guide on how you have to make your fee payment and get your confirmation from the University. We guide with scholarship applications and education loans.

Visa Guidance for Master’s in Malaysia:

We guide you through the complete student visa process including suggesting the right documents, documentation check, applying for appointment, preparing the visa application file, and more.

Connect:

We try to connect you with other students who are going to Malaysia or who are already studying there.

Accommodation:

We guide you with booking of your accommodation in Malaysia to whatever extent that is possible.