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5 Best Occupational Therapy Bachelor's Universities in Malaysia

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

5 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UT Universiti Teknologi Malaysia logo

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Johor Bahru, Johor · Public University

★ 78 QS World #181 SETARA 6 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 18,000 – RM 45,000/yr
Founded
1975
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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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UU Universiti Utara Malaysia logo

Universiti Utara Malaysia

Sintok, Kedah · Public University

★ 56 QS World #500 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 14,000 – RM 32,000/yr
Founded
1984
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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
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IN INTI International University logo

INTI International University

Nilai, Negeri Sembilan · Private University

★ 43 QS Asia #300 SETARA 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
RM 30,000 – RM 55,000/yr
Founded
1986

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Malaysia for Bachelor's Occupational Therapy?

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

How much does a Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy 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 Occupational Therapy 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 Occupational Therapy at Bachelor's level in Malaysia

Malaysia is a popular, affordable destination for Occupational Therapy at Bachelor'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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