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7 Best Economics & Public Policy Master's Universities in Malaysia

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

7 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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CU Curtin University Malaysia logo

Curtin University Malaysia

Miri, Sarawak · International Branch Campus

★ 70 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 30,000 – RM 60,000/yr
Founded
1999
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SU Sunway University logo

Sunway University

Bandar Sunway, Selangor · Private University

★ 64 QS World #585 SETARA 6 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 35,000 – RM 75,000/yr
Founded
2011
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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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SE SEGi University logo

SEGi University

Kota Damansara, Selangor · Private University

★ 48 QS Asia #350 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 26,000 – RM 50,000/yr
Founded
1977
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PE Perdana University logo

Perdana University

Serdang, Selangor · Private University

★ 47 QS Asia #300 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 30,000 – RM 75,000/yr
Founded
2011

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Malaysia for Master's Economics & Public Policy?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Curtin University Malaysia, Sunway University, International Islamic University Malaysia. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Economics & Public Policy 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 Economics & Public Policy 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 Economics & Public Policy at Master's level in Malaysia

Malaysia is a popular, affordable destination for Economics & Public Policy 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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