Choosing to study at a Malaysia college before continuing to university will save you a lot of money. Tuition fees for Malaysia college are a lot lower, giving you peace of mind as you work for your degree. Aside from that, many Malaysia colleges offer degree-level study and even top-up degrees, often with lower tuition fees than many universities.

Some university is very competitive at the freshman admissions level, but not as competitive at the transfer admissions level. Meaning, to get into a university, a prospective freshman must compete with thousands of other students. However, if a student applies as a transfer student the chances of getting into a university might be better; this is because many universities have agreements or partnerships with colleges that allow college graduates to be automatically admitted into the university program of their choice assuming the student meets all other admission requirements (such as a satisfactory grade point average and having certain coursework completed).

If you think college is something you’d like to explore a little further, here are few Malaysia colleges you should seriously consider…

FAME International College

The vision of FAME is to be ‘A world class education provider that transforms individuals by nurturing, cultivating and instilling wisdom and high awareness’.

FAME focuses on professional and entrepreneurial development that ensures students are successful not only in their studies and future careers but also in their daily lives. This focused approach resulted in students graduating with distinctions at all levels.

Programmes Offered

• International English Course – 12 weeks
• Certificate in Business Studies – 18 months
• Diploma in Accounting and Finance – 2 years 8 months
• Diploma in Business Administration – 2 years 8 months
• Diploma in Entrepreneurship – 2 years 8 months
• Diploma in Digital Business – 2 years 8 months
• Foundation in Management – 12 months
• BA (Hons) Business, Accounting & Finance – 3 years(full time), 6 years(part time)
• BA (Hons) International Business Management – 3 years(full time), 6 years(part time)
• The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) – 2.5 years
• Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) – 1.5 years

Intake

Degree, English Course intakes: January, April and September

Certificate, Foundation: January, April and August

ACCA: January and June

CAT: January, April and July

Accommodation

Location

Kuching is a major food destination for tourists and the main gateway for travellers visiting Sarawak and Borneo. Kuching Wetlands National Park is located about 30 kilometres (19 mi) from the city and there are many other tourist attractions in and around Kuching such as Bako National Park, Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF), state assembly building, The Astana, Fort Margherita, Kuching Cat Museum, and Sarawak State Museum. The city has become one of the major industrial and commercial centres in East Malaysia.

Institut Sinaran

In 2006, we started our own Diploma in Commerce, fully accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), with credit transfer to many universities locally and abroad allowing direct entry into second year of business related degree programmes.

The new campus is strategically situated near University Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and 1Borneo Hypermall in Kota Kinabalu.

The pleasant, peaceful and well laid out campus ground provides a conducive learning environment. The well-equipped science and computer laboratories, well-stocked library, comfortable and air-conditioned lecture rooms as well as halls are complemented by experienced, qualified and dedicated teaching staff. These attributes contribute towards making learning in the Institute a pleasant and rewarding experience.

Programmes Offered

• GCE A-Level – 18 months
• Diploma in Commerce – 2 years
• Diploma in Accounting – 2 years
• Diploma in Marketing – 2 years
• ACCA Qualification – 4 months
• IELTS Workshop – 12 hours

Intake

A-Level intakes: January and April

ACCA: January and November

IELTS: Every month

Accommodation

Location

Kota Kinabalu is often known as KK both in Malaysia and internationally. It is a major tourist destination and a gateway for travellers visiting Sabah and Borneo. Kinabalu Park is located about 90 kilometres from the city and there are many other tourist attractions in and around the city. Kota Kinabalu is also one of the major industrial and commercial centres of East Malaysia. These two factors combine to make Kota Kinabalu one of the fastest growing cities in Malaysia.

Kolej Laila Taib

Kolej Laila Taib’s Campus covers an area of 10 acres, which provides a great teaching and learning environment for its students. Students have access to the best teaching facilities which includes classrooms and lecture theaters that are fully air-conditioned and equipped with teaching aids such as LCD projectors. State-of-the-art computer laboratories equipped with the latest computers and internet access provide students with the perfect IT environment to complement their studies at KLT. In addition, students have access to one of the best academic technical libraries in Sarawak, providing a great learning and studying environment for KLT students.

Programmes Offered

• Diploma in Architecture – 2 years 9 months
• Diploma in Accounting – 2 years 9 months
• Diploma in Business Management – 2 years 9 months
• Diploma in Civil Engineering – 2 years 9 months
• Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering – 2 years 9 months
• Diploma in Quantity Surveying – 2 years 9 months

Intake

Accommodation

Students staying at KLT’s hostel are provided with a full range of amenities such as beds, study tables and washing machines.

Great comfort and high security at extremely affordable costs is what KLT aims to provide for students staying in the hostel. Besides, hostel students are free to utilise the college’s recreational facilities.

Location

Sibu is the main tourist gateway to the Upper Rajang River, with its small riverine towns and its many Iban and Orang Ulu longhouses. Among notable landmarks in Sibu are Wisma Sanyan, the tallest building in Sarawak, Lanang Bridge (one of the longest river bridges in Sarawak) and the biggest town square in Malaysia, near Wisma Sanyan. The Lau King Howe Hospital Memorial Museum is the first and the only medical museum in Malaysia. Sibu Central Market is the biggest indoor market in Sarawak. Some tourists attractions in Sibu are the Sibu Heritage Centre, Tua Pek Kong Temple, Bawang Assan longhouses, Sibu Old Mosque, Jade Dragon Temple, Bukit Aup Jubilee Park, Bukit Lima Forest Park, Sibu Night Market, Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF), and Sibu International Dance Festival (SIDF). Timber and shipbuilding industries are the two major economic activities in Sibu.

Kolej Sunway Kuching

Kolej Sunway Kuching is the first and the only institution of higher learning in East Malaysia to be awarded the Approved Learning Partner – Student Tuition, the PLATINUM status. This status is awarded by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) under a new scheme that give formal recognition to leading tuition providers who offer quality tuition and support to ACCA and CAT students. To achieve the Platinum Status, Kolej Sunway Kuching was assessed by ACCA on five (5) performance indicators-tuition (pass rate to match that of the World), course materials, facilities, student support and course management.

Programmes Offered

• Diploma in Accounting – 2.5 years
• Diploma in Business Management – 2.5 years
• Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
• ACCA
• Micro-credentials – 12 to 16 weeks
• IAB Certificate in Bookkeeping – 3 to 6 months
• English Courses (ESP, IELTS, MUET)
• Software Applications Course

Intake

CAT intake: January, April, July & September

ACCA intake: January and July (Part-Time)

Micro-credentials, IAB intake: January, April, July & October

English Courses intake: April & August

Accommodation

Location

Kuching is a major food destination for tourists and the main gateway for travellers visiting Sarawak and Borneo. Kuching Wetlands National Park is located about 30 kilometres (19 mi) from the city and there are many other tourist attractions in and around Kuching such as Bako National Park, Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF), state assembly building, The Astana, Fort Margherita, Kuching Cat Museum, and Sarawak State Museum. The city has become one of the major industrial and commercial centres in East Malaysia.

Malvern International Academy

With 31 years of experience in the education industry in Malaysia, we have been pivotal in helping more than 50,000 local and international students to achieve their career aspirations by delivering affordable world-class academic programmes.

Programmes Offered

• Certificate in Business Studies – 18 months
• Diploma in Hotel Management – 3 years
• Diploma in Accountancy – 30 months
• Diploma in Business Information Technology – 2 ½ years
• Diploma in Business Studies – 30 months
• Diploma in Enforcement Management – 2 ½ years
• London Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI)
• Certified Accounting Technician, UK (CAT)
• Chartered Financial Analyst® Program – 2 ½ to 3 years
• Financial Risk Manager (FRM®) – 6 to 7 months
• Information System Administration – 9 to 15 months
• Culinary Arts – Chef (Hospitality & Tourism) – 9 months
• Food & Beverages (Hotel Management) – 9 to 15 months

Location

The Klang Valley is geographically delineated by the Titiwangsa Mountains to the north and east and the Strait of Malacca to the west. It extends to Rawang in the northwest, Semenyih in the southeast, and Klang and Port Klang in the southwest. The conurbation is the heartland of Malaysia’s industry and commerce.

Methodist College Kuala Lumpur

MCKL provide a safe environment for a purposeful learning experience. Our lecturers are well qualified and are highly regarded by students and alumni for their commitment and willingness to go beyond their normal call of duty. The close-knit community in MCKL promote a thriving network of MCKL students, staff and alumni from diverse backgrounds.

The campus provides a conducive environment for learning as well as for individuals to explore their potential and to hone their skills; through involvement in various extra-curricular activities and taking community service learning and character formation modules. The aim is to nurture high-achieving individuals of calibre who will become passionate and compassionate leaders and nation-builders of our country and our world.

Programmes Offered

• Cambridge A Level – 15 to 18 months
• Cambridge A Level(German Pathway) – 18 months
• Australian Matriculation(AUSMAT) – 11 to 16 months
• American Degree Transfer Program (ADTP) – 1 to 2 years in MCKL + 2 to 3 years in U.S.
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education – 2.5 years (3 years for Blended Mode)
• Diploma in Social Work – 3 years & 3 months
• Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) – 15 months
• ACCA – 2.5 to 3 years

Intake

ADTP, Diploma intake: January, April and August

CAT intake: March and August

ACCA intake: January and July

Accommodation

By choosing to stay in the accommodation provided by the College, you become part of a community which offers additional development opportunities for multi-cultural interaction, intellectual discovery and developing good values. We aim to create not just sleeping quarters but an environment of respect, safety and cleanliness. Through regular monitoring, you will be nurtured with skills to care for your own belongings and surroundings. We desire that this home away from home will prepare you to be more holistic as you journey into your phase of life after College.

MCKL accommodation consists of apartment units rented from private owners. Dedicated staff monitor the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of the resident students.

Location

Kuala Lumpur has a comprehensive road system supported by an extensive range of public transport networks, such as mass rapid transit (MRT), light rapid transit (LRT), monorail, commuter rail, public buses, hop on & hop off buses (free of charge) and airport rail links. Kuala Lumpur is one of the leading cities in the world for tourism and shopping, being the 6th most-visited city in the world in 2019. The city houses three of the world’s 10 largest shopping malls.
Kuala Lumpur has been ranked by the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Ranking at No. 70 in the world, and No. 2 in Southeast Asia after Singapore. Kuala Lumpur was named as World Book Capital 2020 by UNESCO.

Olympia College

Our Petaling Jaya, Ipoh and Johor Bahru campuses offer a myriad of benefits, being a student-centered community college. Whether you’re looking for the energy of an engaged campus community or productive learning experience, Olympia has the perfect mix of both. We provide tremendous, values-based opportunities for lifelong friendship, leadership development, scholarship enhancement and social interaction.

Programmes Offered

• Certificate in Commerce – 1.5 years
• Foundation in Business – 1 year
• Diploma in Business Management – 2.5 years
• Degree in International Business (3+0) – 3 years
• Master of Business Administration – 1 year
• Certificate in Information Communication Technology – 1.5 years
• Diploma in Information Technology – 2½ years
• Certificate in Hotel Operations – 1.5 years
• Diploma in Hotel Management – 2½ years
• English Preparation Program – 3 months

Intake

Master intake: Monthly

Location

Petaling Jaya is surrounded by Kuala Lumpur to the east, Sungai Buloh to the north, Shah Alam, the capital of Selangor, and Subang Jaya to the west and Bandar Kinrara (Puchong) to the south.

In recent years, Ipoh’s popularity as a tourist destination has been significantly boosted by efforts to conserve its British colonial-era architecture. The city is also well known for its cuisine and natural attractions, such as its limestone hills and caves within which Buddhist temples were built. In addition, Ipoh has managed to maintain its reputation as one of the cleanest cities in Malaysia.

Riam Institute of Technology

Riam Institute of Technology prides itself to be the real home-grown institution that provides quality education. It has a humble beginning some 20 years ago as a vocational college. Today, RIAMTEC is a tertiary education institution that offers a range of programs from pre-university studies to technical and non-technical courses; nestled in different schools.

RIAMTEC revels in a culture of learning by doing. The integrated-study-and-work courses are designed focusing on technical and soft skills acquisition, and direct contact with industry and employers. With a strong emphasis on applied learning, we have been successfully producing highly skilled graduates for the challenging and evolving work environment.

Programmes Offered

• Cambridge GCE A Levels – 1.5 years
• Diploma in Automotive Engineering – 2 years 3 months
• Diploma in Electronic Engineering – 2 years 3 months
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – 2 years 3 months
• Diploma in Accounting – 2 years
• Diploma in Commerce – 2 years 3 months
• Bachelor of Business (Hons) – 3 years
• Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety – 2.5 years
• Diploma in Hotel Management – 2.5 years
• Automotive Electrical – 2 years 3 months
• Culinary Arts – 2 years 3 months
• Pâtisserie – 2 years 3 months
• Aesthetic Beauty Therapy – 2 years 3 months
• Electrical Installation and Maintenance – 2 years
• Hair and Media Make-Up – 2 years 3 months
• PTE General English – 10 weeks

Intake

Automotive Electrical: January /April / August

Culinary Arts & Pâtisserie & Hair and Media Make-Up: April / August

Aesthetic Beauty Therapy & Electrical Installation and Maintenance: January / April

Diploma: April / August

Degree: January / May / September

A Level: April /May

Accommodation

The RIAMTEC on campus hostel with 3 storeys are available with three varieties that students may choose from:

Type A: Single (with attached bathroom)
Type B: Single (with shared bathroom)
Type C: Twin sharing (with shared bathroom)

Location

Miri is the main tourist gateway to the world-famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, Gunung Mulu National Park; Loagan Bunut National Park; Lambir Hills National Park; Niah National Park and Miri-Sibuti Coral Reef National Park. The Gunung Mulu National Park with its Sarawak Chamber, which is the largest known cave chamber in the world by area, remains one of the favourite ecotourism destinations in Miri. Miri is also the birthplace of the Malaysian petroleum industry. Other major industries in the city include timber, oil palm and tourism.

Disted College

DISTED believes in the capability and commitment of Malaysians to provide a brand of education that is excellent, relevant and complete for all in the country. It offers a wide range of high-quality courses from certificate to bachelor degree level in pre-university studies, business, psychology, IT and engineering.

The college offers an environment that gives young school leavers safe and great opportunities to live and learn a life of adventure, creativity, independence, and leadership as well as to thrive and achieve significance in knowledge for the service of mankind. Students are able to enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, entertainment and sporting activities that will contribute to a great on-campus and well-rounded learning experience.

Programmes Offered

• Cambridge A-Level programme – 12 to 18 months
• Foundation in Arts – 1 year
• South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE International) – 12 to 18 months
• Diploma in Accounting – 2 years
• Diploma in Business Studies – 2 years
• Foundation in Business – 1 year
• Diploma in Business Information Technology – 2 years 4 months
• Diploma in Computer Science – 2 years 4 months
• Diploma in Creative Multimedia Production – 2 years 4 months
• Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering – 2 years 6 months
• Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) – 3 years
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
• PTE Academic – 15 hours over the weekend (Saturday)
• Barista Essentials – 8 hours
• Barista Pro Course – 3 days
• Professional Diploma in Multimedia and Design – 1 year 3 months
• Professional Diploma in Software Development – 1 year 3 months
• BS (Hons) International Business Management – 2 to 3 years
• BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance – 2 to 3 years
• BA (Hons) Marketing Management – 2 to 3 years

Intake

Foundation in Arts: January, April, August

SACE International: January & March, August

Diploma in Accounting, Business Studies: Jan, April, May, August and October

Diploma in Business Information Technology, Computer Science, Creative Multimedia Production, Electrical & Electronic Engineering: January, March, May, August, September

Bachelor of Psychology (Hons): January, May, August

BS (Hons) International Business Management, Accounting & Finance, Marketing Management: January, March, September

Accommodation

The SPACE DISTED Student Residence rates per person per month are as follows:

Kindly take note that our type of hostel beds include:-

• Quad/Triple sharing room* (double decker bed upper bunk) – RM420.00
• Quad/Triple sharing room * (double decker bed lower bunk) – RM 480.00
• Triple sharing room (single bed) – RM550.00
• Twin sharing room – RM650.00

* Female students only

Location

George Town, long known as the food capital of Malaysia, is renowned for its good and varied street food, incorporating Malay, Chinese, Indian, Peranakan, Thai and European influences into its literal melting pot.

The city has been recognised as one of Asia’s top street food cities by CNN, as well the world’s top culinary destination by the Lonely Planet in 2014. These were in addition to the Time magazine in 2004, which acclaimed Penang as having the best street food in Asia.

RENG College

RENG College is fully recognised as an institution of Higher Learning by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) and the National Accreditation Board of Malaysia (MQA).

Programmes Offered

• Diploma in Architectural Studies – 3 years
• Diploma in Interior Architecture – 3 years
• Diploma in Creative Design – 2 ½ Years
• Multimedia Design
• Game Design
• Digital Animation
• Web Design
• Diploma in Business Administration – 2 ½ Years
• English Language – 9 months
• Sijil Lukisan Pelan Senibina – 2 years

Accommodation

RENG College’s accommodation services emphasizes on students’ comfort in living in a clean, safe and secure environment. Our accommodation services look into making sure our students, especially out-of-towners, have a place to live so that he or she will be able to live a balanced lifestyle.

Location

Petaling Jaya is a city in Petaling District, in the state of Selangor, Malaysia. Originally developed as a satellite township for Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, it is part of the Greater Kuala Lumpur area. Petaling Jaya was granted city status on 20 June 2006.

Petaling Jaya is surrounded by Kuala Lumpur to the east, Sungai Buloh to the north, Shah Alam, the capital of Selangor, and Subang Jaya to the west and Bandar Kinrara (Puchong) to the south.

IMPERIA College

IMPERIA was founded in 1995 by a group of professional estate agents to offer training and human resource development courses to the general public. It was also approved by the Selangor State Education Department for Certificate Courses under the name of “Centre for Continuing Development and Further Education” in October 1996.

At IMPERIA, students will go through a balanced life and are not only limited to activities within the classroom only. Extra or co-curricular activities complement the curricular activities of the college experience. Students Representative Committee (SRC) provided other outdoor activities for students. SRC promote co-curricular opportunities and encourage students participation in all aspects of campus life. The curricular and extracurricular activities function together to provide the total experience for the students. It is important that a healthy balance exists in a student’s educational life. We also seek to instil social responsibility through these activities and encourage beneficial and purposeful community service.

Programmes Offered

• BSc(Hons) Real Estate Management & Development 3+0 – 3 years
• Diploma in Estate Management – 2 years
• Diploma in Quantity Surveying – 2 years
• Diploma in Construction Management – 2 years
• Foundation in Built Environment – 1 year
• Executive Diploma in Real Estate Agency – 2 ½ years
• Diploma in Business – 2 years

Location

Subang Jaya is a city in Petaling District, Selangor, Malaysia. It comprises the southern third district of Petaling. Consists of neighbourhoods from SS12 to SS19, PJS7/PJS9/PJS11 of Bandar Sunway (which are also partially jurisdictional within Petaling Jaya under the MBPJ), UEP Subang Jaya (USJ), Putra Heights and Batu Tiga, the city is governed by Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), which also governs other areas of the Petaling district, such as Puchong and Seri Kembangan.