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20 Best Arts, Design & Architecture Master's Universities in Malaysia

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

20 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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MM Multimedia University logo

Multimedia University

Cyberjaya, Selangor · Private University

★ 49 QS Asia #200 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 28,000 – RM 55,000/yr
Founded
1997
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US Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia logo

Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia

Nilai, Negeri Sembilan · Public University

★ 49 QS Asia #200 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 14,000 – RM 32,000/yr
Founded
1998
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MA MAHSA University logo

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor · Private University

★ 49 QS Asia #250 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 35,000 – RM 70,000/yr
Founded
2005
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UT Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka logo

Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka

Melaka City, Melaka · Public University

★ 49 QS Asia #200 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 14,000 – RM 30,000/yr
Founded
2000
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UN Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin logo

Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin

Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu · Public University

★ 48 QS Asia #220 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 13,000 – RM 30,000/yr
Founded
2006
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UI Universiti Teknologi MARA logo

Universiti Teknologi MARA

Shah Alam, Selangor · Public University

★ 48 QS World #800 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 12,000 – RM 30,000/yr
Founded
1956
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UP Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris logo

Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris

Tanjong Malim, Perak · Public University

★ 47 QS Asia #260 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 13,000 – RM 28,000/yr
Founded
1922

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Malaysia for Master's Arts, Design & Architecture?

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

How much does a Master's in Arts, Design & Architecture cost in Malaysia?

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 Arts, Design & Architecture in Malaysia?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a Student Pass through EMGS after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

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

Studying Arts, Design & Architecture at Master's level in Malaysia

Malaysia is a popular, affordable destination for Arts, Design & Architecture at Master's level, with MQA-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 Asia positions, Malaysia’s SETARA rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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