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Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

· Public University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
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Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia is a public university in Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia. It suits students who want to study at a Malaysian public institution and are comparing universities by location and institution type rather than by a detailed programme list.

  2. What you can study

    Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia is a public university. Its name suggests a university-level offering, but the specific subject areas and programmes are not published in the information available here, so the programme catalogue should be confirmed on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions channels and check the website for the current entry requirements, document list, and application steps. The university website is http://www.uthm.edu.my/; confirm any country-specific conditions, deadlines, and visa-related instructions there.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students in the information available here; confirm the current tuition rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on where you stay in Johor and your day-to-day spending, so budget separately for accommodation, food, transport, and personal expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published here, so confirm it before you apply. If you are moving from abroad, check the entry requirements, the application timeline, visa steps, accommodation options, and whether your documents need official translation or certification.

  6. How it compares

    Malaysia has 152 universities, so this institution sits in a large national higher-education system. As a public university in Batu Pahat, Johor, it is one option among many, and its main distinguishing detail from the available information is its public status and full-university identity.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

What type of institution is Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia?

It is a public university.

Where is Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia located?

It is in Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia.

What is the university’s website?

http://www.uthm.edu.my/

How many universities are there in Malaysia?

There are 152 universities in Malaysia.

Overview

Tun Hussein Onn University of Malaysia is a public university in Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia. It was formerly known as the Tun Hussein Onn Institute of Technology and the Tun Hussein Onn University College of Technology. Along with other public university colleges, KUiTTHO was promoted to full university status since year 2007. The name UTHM was officially launched by the then education minister, Dato' Seri Hishammuddin Bin Tun Hussein.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Malaysia.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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