★ 78
QS World #181
SETARA 6
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- RM 18,000 – RM 45,000/yr
- Founded
- 1975
7 Best Science PhD 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
★ 77
QS World #138
SETARA 6
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- RM 18,000 – RM 45,000/yr
- Founded
- 1970
★ 75
QS World #148
SETARA 6
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- RM 18,000 – RM 46,000/yr
- Founded
- 1931
★ 60
QS World #700
SETARA 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- RM 15,000 – RM 40,000/yr
- Founded
- 1983
★ 49
QS Asia #190
SETARA 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- RM 14,000 – RM 30,000/yr
- Founded
- 1993
★ 48
QS Asia #210
SETARA 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- RM 14,000 – RM 31,000/yr
- Founded
- 2002
★ 47
QS Asia #260
SETARA 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- RM 13,000 – RM 28,000/yr
- Founded
- 1922
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Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Malaysia for PhD Science?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Universiti Putra Malaysia. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a PhD in Science 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 Science 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 Science at PhD level in Malaysia
Malaysia is a popular, affordable destination for Science at PhD 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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