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16 Best Engineering Bachelor's Universities in Malaysia 2026

This ranks Engineering bachelor’s degrees in Malaysia for 2026. It is for applicants choosing an undergraduate route in a public university setting.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

16 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UM Universiti Malaya logo

Universiti Malaya

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia · Public University

★ 71 QS World #60 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
MYR 24,000 – MYR 32,500/yr
Founded
1949
2
UT Universiti Teknologi Malaysia logo

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia · Public University

★ 65 QS World #181 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
MYR 20,000 – MYR 27,000/yr
Founded
1975
3
US Universiti Sains Malaysia logo

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang, Malaysia · Public University

★ 64 QS World #146 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
MYR 20,000 – MYR 27,000/yr
Founded
1969
4
UK Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia logo

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia · Public University

★ 63 QS World #138 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
MYR 20,000 – MYR 27,000/yr
Founded
1970
5
AU Aimst University logo

Aimst University

Malaysia · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
7
CU City University Malaysia logo

City University Malaysia

Malaysia · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
9
MU Multimedia University logo

Multimedia University

Malaysia · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
12
NU Nilai University College logo

Nilai University College

Malaysia · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Engineering?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Universiti Malaya, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Engineering cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Engineering abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Engineering at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Engineering at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor’s degree in Engineering is the entry point for applicants who want undergraduate technical training before moving into industry or further study. It suits students who want a first degree rather than a diploma or master’s pathway.

The public options in this set are spread across a major city and other locations in Malaysia. Tuition is published for one university in Johor Bahru at MYR 20,000 to 20,000, while fees for the other institutions need to be confirmed directly.

Before applying, verify the exact programme title, the admission requirements, the tuition fee you will actually pay, and the campus location. Also confirm whether the course is available in the year you plan to start and whether any additional costs apply.