50 Best Computer Science Programs in Malaysia

Across Malaysia, 18 universities offer 50 Computer Science programs; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Universiti Malaya, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and Universiti Sains Malaysia.

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25Bachelor's Degree

#41 in Malaysia Malaysia

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science (Cyber Security)

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) — The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science (Cyber Security) program at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is designed to equip students w...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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26Bachelor's Degree

#41 in Malaysia Malaysia

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science (Cyber Security) with a specialism in Digital Forensics

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) — The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science (Cyber Security) with a specialism in Digital Forensics at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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27Bachelor's Degree

#41 in Malaysia Malaysia

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science with a specialism in Data Analytics

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) — The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science with a specialism in Data Analytics at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) prepares students fo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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28Bachelor's Degree

#41 in Malaysia Malaysia

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science with a specialism in Quantum Computing

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) — The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science with a specialism in Quantum Computing at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) provides students...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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29Foundation

#41 in Malaysia Malaysia

Foundation in Computing (ODL)

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) — The Foundation in Computing course at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is designed to provide students with a solid grounding in the principles of...

FoundationLevel

1 yearDuration

OnlineMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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30Diploma

#43 in Malaysia Malaysia

Diploma in Computer Science

Perdana University — The Diploma in Computer Science (DCS) at Perdana University is a 2-year course focused on foundational Computer Science skills and knowledge. Students study Programming,...

DiplomaLevel

2-year courseDuration

Full TimeMode

January, May, SeptemberIntake

Computer Science

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31PhD / Doctorate

#43 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy Phd in Computer Science

Perdana University — The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science at Perdana University is a full programme for advanced research in computer science. Students focus on research methods...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

Full-time: 3 years / Part-time: 4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Jan, Mar, June, Aug, OctIntake

Computer Science

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32PhD / Doctorate

#43 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science Odl

Perdana University — The Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science at Perdana University is a PhD offered through Open and Distance Learning (ODL). Students study Research Methods for Computer...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

3 years (ODL)Duration

Full TimeMode

Jan, Mar, June, Aug, OctIntake

Computer Science

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33Master's Degree

#43 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master in Applied Computing

Perdana University — The Master in Applied Computing at Perdana University is a practical, industry-focused programme that applies computer science principles to real-world problems. Students...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full Time: 1.5 years, Part Time: 2.3 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Jan, June, SeptIntake

Computer Science

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34Master's Degree

#43 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master in Computer Science Research Odl

Perdana University — The Master in Computer Science (Research) at Perdana University is delivered through Open and Distance Learning (ODL). It focuses on original research and technical depth...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 years (ODL)Duration

Full TimeMode

Jan, Mar, June, Aug, OctIntake

Computer Science

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35Master's Degree

#43 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Computer Science Research

Perdana University — The Master of Computer Science (Research) at Perdana University is a research-focused postgraduate programme built around core modules and a selected research area. Stude...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 2 years, Part-time: 3 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Jan, Mar, June, Aug, OctIntake

Computer Science

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36Bachelor's Degree

#44 in Malaysia Malaysia

Bachelor of Computer Science Honours

Universiti Industri Selangor — The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) at Universiti Industri Selangor is designed to develop application systems, problem-solving skills, and computer technologies....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Full TimeMode

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Computer Science

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37Diploma

#44 in Malaysia Malaysia

Diploma in Computer Science

Universiti Industri Selangor — The Diploma in Computer Science at Universiti Industri Selangor (UNISEL) is a two-year program that develops foundational knowledge and practical skills in computing. It...

DiplomaLevel

2 ½ YearsDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Computer Science

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38PhD / Doctorate

#44 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy in Computing

Universiti Industri Selangor — The Doctor of Philosophy in Computing at Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) is a research-oriented programme that provides advanced research training and supports independent r...

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—Intake

Computer Science

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39Master's Degree

#44 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Science Computing

Universiti Industri Selangor — The Master of Science (Computing) at Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) is a research-oriented programme for research training and independent research skills in computing, inf...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 - 4 YearsDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Computer Science

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40Bachelor's Degree

#46 in Malaysia Malaysia

Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) (Data Science)

Nilai University College — The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) in Data Science at Nilai University College provides a comprehensive understanding of data science principles, methodologies, a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

3 YearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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41Diploma

#46 in Malaysia Malaysia

Diploma in Computer Science

Nilai University College — The Diploma in Computer Science at Nilai University College prepares students for the job market in areas such as software analysis and management, database administratio...

DiplomaLevel

2.5 Years (7 Semesters)Duration

Full TimeMode

JANUARY / JUNE / SEPTEMBERIntake

Computer Science

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42Bachelor's Degree

#47 in Malaysia Malaysia

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

University of Southampton Malaysia — The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the University of Southampton Malaysia offers a comprehensive exploration of the core principles and practical applications...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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43Diploma

#51 in Malaysia Malaysia

Diploma in Computer Science

International Islamic College — The Diploma in Computer Science at International Islamic College provides students with a comprehensive foundation in computer science principles and practices. This cour...

DiplomaLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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44PhD / Doctorate

#52 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy Computer Science

UOW Malaysia KDU — The Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science) at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College prepares students for supervised research in computer science. It includes a min...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

3-6 years (Full-time) / 4-8 years (Part-time)Duration

Full TimeMode

23 January; 2 June; 11 SeptemberIntake

Computer Science

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45PhD / Doctorate

#52 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy Computing and Lnnovation

UOW Malaysia KDU — Doctor of Philosophy (Computing and Innovation) is a research degree for candidates investigating emerging technologies and developing new insights in the specialist area...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

3-5 years (Full-Time) / 4-8 years (Part-Time)Duration

Full TimeMode

January; June; SeptemberIntake

Computer Science

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46Master's Degree

#52 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master in Computer Science

UOW Malaysia KDU — The Master in Computer Science at UOW Malaysia KDU (Penang, Batu Kawan campus) helps you enhance computer programming knowledge and mathematical frameworks through indepe...

Master's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Full TimeMode

January; June; SeptemberIntake

Computer Science

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47Bachelor's Degree

#59 in Malaysia Malaysia

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)

Al Madinah International University — The Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) program at Al Madinah International University offers a comprehensive education in the field of computing. This degree covers esse...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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48Bachelor's Degree

#59 in Malaysia Malaysia

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Computer Networking

Al Madinah International University — The Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Computer Networking at Al Madinah International University provides a comprehensive exploration of the design, implementation,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science

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How these courses are ranked

5 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 6,114,113 citations and an h-index of 610. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 23 bachelor's, 12 master's, 8 phd / doctorate and 5 diploma. The usual length is 4 years and 4–6 years. 95% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (88% of courses with a stated intake). Brickfields Asia College offers the widest choice, with 6 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Computer Science 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 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 course take in Malaysia?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 4–6 years the next most common.

When do Computer Science 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 online with a university in Malaysia?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Computer Science courses in Malaysia?

Brickfields Asia College, with 6, ahead of Perdana University (6).

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