Postgraduate
funding: govt-funded award
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Johor Bahru, Malaysia
"Malaysia's leading engineering university in Johor Bahru"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#158 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) traces its history to 1904 and is a public research university with its main campus in Skudai, Johor Bahru, and a campus in Kuala Lumpur. It is ranked #=158 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and is Malaysia's leading engineering university, also teaching computing, architecture, science and management.
Rankings & Recognition
#158
Ranked #=158 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=153 in QS 2026).
Accreditations & Memberships
Malaysian research university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1904
Roots
#=158
QS 2027 Rank
Public research university
Type
Johor Bahru
Location
Popular Programs
Engineering
Computer Science
Architecture
Built Environment
Science
Management
Application Details
Application Route
Online via UTM admissions
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS (Bachelor)
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5.5 |
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IELTS (Master)
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6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT (Bachelor)
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46 |
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MUET (Bachelor)
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Band 4 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
92%
I-20 Processing
Student pass via EMGS
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Malaysia Intl Scholarship
Career Outcomes
N/A
Graduate Employment
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
N/A
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
N/A
Campus & Location
The main campus is in Skudai, Johor Bahru, with a city campus in Kuala Lumpur.
Campus Details
Johor
Bahru + Kuala Lumpur
Campus Forecast
Johor Bahru
Johor
Main campus
Student residences
Tropical climate
hot and humid all year
Student Life & Housing
Housing
10 residential colleges
14
774 students
Apartments and town houses
Dining
Campus cafeterias
Health & Wellness
Medical insurance is compulsory for international students
Activities & Clubs
Tennis courts
Multipurpose halls
Prayer rooms
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
N/A
Main Intl. Regions
Asia, Middle East, Africa
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (approx.)
Check university site
Living Cost (approx.)
MYR 1,200-2,500 / month
Health Insurance
Compulsory for intl. students
Intakes & Deadlines
Check the UTM admissions site for intake dates.
Scholarships at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
School cert/A-Level; IELTS 5.5
Postgraduate
Bachelor's; IELTS 6.0
English Proficiency
IELTS (Bachelor)
IELTS (Master)
TOEFL iBT (Bachelor)
MUET (Bachelor)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Application form
School-leaving certificate or degree
Academic transcripts
English proficiency certificate
Personal statement
Medical report
Proof of financial means
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the UTM admissions site.
2
Apply online
Register on the UTM admissions site and fill in the application form.
3
Upload documents
Upload your documents; some programmes ask for an interview or test.
4
Review
The university reviews your file and sends an offer letter.
5
Accept & pay
Accept the offer and pay the deposit or first-semester fees.
6
Student pass
The university applies for your Student Pass through EMGS; collect it after arrival and complete registration.
Campus & Location
The main campus is in Skudai, Johor Bahru, with a city campus in Kuala Lumpur.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Civil Engineering
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Bachelor's
Chemical Engineering
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
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Bachelor's
Architecture
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Bachelor's
Electrical Engineering
Master's
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Master's
Engineering
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Master's
Computer Science (Master's)
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Master's
Management
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