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103 Best Computer Science & IT Programs in Malaysia

103 Computer Science & IT courses are taught at 24 universities in Malaysia; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Universiti Malaya, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and Universiti Sains Malaysia.

3Bachelor's Degree
AI Al-Bukhari International University logo
Malaysia

Bachelor of Computer Science

Al-Bukhari International University — The Bachelor of Computer Science at Al-Bukhari International University provides a robust education in computer science, focusing on both theoretical foundations and prac...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
10Diploma
AM Asia Metropolitan University logo
Malaysia

Diploma In Information Technology

Asia Metropolitan University — The Diploma in Information Technology helps students build skills across information technology fundamentals, database management systems, software development, and relat...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
11Foundation
AM Asia Metropolitan University logo
Malaysia

Foundation in Information Technology

Asia Metropolitan University — The Foundation in Information Technology is a one-year programme that builds essential foundational knowledge in information technology and related disciplines. It covers...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT

How these courses are ranked

6 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #58 (Universiti Malaya) to #580 (Management and Science University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Universiti Malaya has the largest research record in this group, with 6,091,682 citations and an h-index of 608. 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 57 bachelor's, 23 master's, 10 diploma and 4 foundation. The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 94% are full-time and 5 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (93% of courses with a stated intake). Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) offers the widest choice, with 18 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Computer Science & IT in Malaysia?

Universiti Malaya (QS World #58), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (QS World #126) and Universiti Sains Malaysia (QS World #134) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Computer Science & IT in Malaysia?

Of those with published fees, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia is the least expensive at about USD 5,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Computer Science & IT course take in Malaysia?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Computer Science & IT courses start in Malaysia?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Computer Science & IT online with a university in Malaysia?

5 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Computer Science & IT courses in Malaysia?

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU), with 18, ahead of Multimedia University (10).

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