38 best universities in Malaysia in 2026

Kuala Lumpur technology university renowned for computing, engineering and a UK dual-degree award.

Malaysia's first private university, a reference in digital technologies, media and creative arts.

Private Jenjarom university specialising in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and health sciences.

Islam-based public university blending modern knowledge and Islamic sciences, based in Gombak.

Private university in Cyberjaya tech city, known for health programmes and a five-star SETARA rating.

Malaysia's largest university, committed to indigenous community development and human capital growth.

Sarawak's first public university, committed to Borneo-focused research and East Asian engagement.

Public university in Kuala Terengganu combining health, education and Islamic sciences.

Public technical university in Batu Pahat, focused on engineering and technical teacher education.

Public university in Kota Kinabalu, a reference for marine science and Borneo biodiversity studies.

Public engineering university in Malacca, a pioneer of applied technical education in Malaysia.

Public engineering university in Arau, specialising in microelectronics and high technology.

Public university in Kelantan devoted to entrepreneurship, heritage and agri-food sciences.

Université publique de Nilai intégrant les sciences islamiques et les disciplines professionnelles modernes.