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Comprehensive Information About Studying IT & Computer Science in Malaysia

1. Why Study IT/Computer Science in Malaysia?

  1. Malaysia is rapidly becoming a tech and innovation hub in Southeast Asia, offering world-class education in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Cybersecurity. Programs are:
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  3. Taught in English
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  5. Globally accredited
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  7. Offered by top-ranked public universities, private institutions, and international branch campuses
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2. Top Universities in Malaysia for IT & Computer Science

University Type Estimated Annual Fees
University of Malaya (UM) QS-ranked, offers BSc and MSc in Computer Science with specializations in AI, software engineering, and networks.
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Renowned for engineering and IT, with industry-linked research.
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Strong in computer systems, data science, and networking.
Multimedia University (MMU) Malaysia’s pioneer digital university, top in software engineering, animation, cybersecurity.
Taylor’s University Industry-focused programs, offers BSc in Computer Science, Data Science, and Big Data Analytics.
Asia Pacific University (APU) Known for innovative curriculum in AI, cloud computing, IoT, and cybersecurity.
Sunway University Partnered with Lancaster University (UK), offering dual degrees.
Monash University Malaysia Australian degree with global curriculum in computer science and IT.

3. Popular IT & Computer Science Specializations

       • Artificial Intelligence

       • Data Science & Big Data Analytics

       • Cybersecurity

       • Game Development

       • Mobile and Web App Development

       • Software Engineering

       • Cloud Computing

       • IoT (Internet of Things)

4. Tuition Fees (in USD per year)

University Type Estimated Annual Fees (USD)
Public Universities $2,000 – $4,000
Private Universities $4,000 – $8,000
 International Branch Campuses  $7,000 – $12,000

•   Note : Some universities offer scholarships and discounts for international students.

5. Career Prospects After Graduation

Graduates in IT/CS from Malaysian universities can find jobs in:

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  2.   • Software Developer
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  4.   • IT Project Management
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  6.   • AI & Machine Learning Engineering
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  8.   • Cybersecurity Analyst
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  10.   • Data Scientist/Analyst
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  12.   • Cloud & DevOps Engineer
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  14.   • Mobile & Web App Developer

•   Top companies hiring in Malaysia: Dell, Intel, Microsoft, IBM, Petronas Digital, Grab, Huawei, and many startups.

Malaysia also allows 1-year post-study work opportunities, especially for graduates in high-demand sectors like IT.