About UCSI University

UCSI University is a leading private university located in Malaysia, known for its commitment to providing high-quality education, leadership in academic pursuits and engagement with the industry and community. Established in 1986, UCSI has grown steadily over the years and has gained recognition both nationally and internationally for its academic excellence and industry relevance.

The university has multiple campuses across Malaysia. Its main campus is located in Kuala Lumpur, while the other campuses are located in Kuching, Sarawak and Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan. Each campus offers a unique learning experience, catering to a wide range of academic disciplines and interests.

UCSI University offers a comprehensive range of pre-university, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various fields including medicine, pharmacy, engineering, business, social sciences, music and many others. All its programmes are recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

The university also runs one of Malaysia’s largest university-industry network through its Employment and Co-Operative Placement (Co-Op) programme. This employment support service features over 4,600 global companies who provide UCSI students with at least 2 months of internships each year. The network of firms include Accenture, CIMB, Citibank, Deloitte, DHL, Ernst & Young, Hewlett-Packard, HSBC, KPMG, Maybank, Nestle, Samsung, Schlumberger, Standard Chartered, Ogilvy, P&G, PETRONAS and PwC, among others.

Over the years, tens of thousands of students from 110 different countries have studied at UCSI University, making the university a vibrant melting pot of culture and diversity.

UCSI University Ranking & Reputation

UCSI University is ranked #265 in the world according to the QS World University Rankings 2025, making it the top 1% globally.

Why Study at UCSI University

Co-Curricular Activities
Various activities at UCSI allow you to learn valuable character development and leadership skills!

Gain Hands-On Experience
Most programmes have an internship module, ensuring that you are ready for the working world

Diverse Community
Experience different cultures from all around the world, with over 12,000 students from 110 different countries

Campus Location

The UCSI Kuala Lumpur campus is situated in Cheras on top of a 20-acre land site which can be accessed through major highways and public transport such as MRT and feeder buses. Students can access different kinds of amenities such as restaurants, accommodation and entertainment.

UCSI University also has branches in 3 other places which are Kuala Terengganu, Kuching and Springhill, Port Dickson.

Courses Offered

UCSI offers a variety of programmes at the pre-university, undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Check out the list of programmes offered by UCSI University here.

Featured programmes at UCSI University 

UCSI University

Kuala Lumpur Campus, Kuala Lumpur

Bachelor of Science (Hons) Nutrition with Wellness

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Jan, May, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM95,399

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Impressive lineup of alumni who have gone on to pursue their postgraduate studies at top universities in Asia or work at well known companies
• The programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2020
• Numerous award-winning professors, with 5 professors ranked in Stanford's World's Top 2% Scientists
• Ranked #265 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM95,399

• Duration: 3 years

Highlights

• Impressive lineup of alumni who have gone on to pursue their postgraduate studies at top universities in Asia or work at well known companies
• The programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2020
• Numerous award-winning professors, with 5 professors ranked in Stanford's World's Top 2% Scientists
• Ranked #265 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Campus

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM95,399

Duration

• Duration: 3 years

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UCSI University

Kuala Lumpur Campus, Kuala Lumpur

Bachelor of Science (Hons) Forensic Science

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Jan, May, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM102,071

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Multidisciplinary programme that covers a wide range of fields including health science, psychology, management, crime scene investigation and criminal law
• Taught by renowned academics and forensic scientists who are competent and experienced in various aspects of forensic fields
• Numerous award-winning professors, with 5 professors ranked in Stanford's World's Top 2% Scientists
• Ranked #265 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM102,071

• Duration: 4 years

Highlights

• Multidisciplinary programme that covers a wide range of fields including health science, psychology, management, crime scene investigation and criminal law
• Taught by renowned academics and forensic scientists who are competent and experienced in various aspects of forensic fields
• Numerous award-winning professors, with 5 professors ranked in Stanford's World's Top 2% Scientists
• Ranked #265 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Campus

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM102,071

Duration

• Duration: 4 years

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UCSI University

Kuala Lumpur Campus, Kuala Lumpur

Bachelor of Financial Economics (Hons)

Intake

Jan, May, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM68,160

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• Duration

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM68,160

• Duration: 3 years

Campus

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM68,160

Duration

• Duration: 3 years

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UCSI University

Kuala Lumpur Campus, Kuala Lumpur

Foundation in Science (Medical Science)

Intake

Jan, May, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM19,800

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Scholarships
• Duration

• Four pathways available — Applied Sciences, Engineering, Medical Sciences and Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Learning takes place in various forms including lab work and industrial visits
• Numerous award-winning professors, with 5 professors ranked in Stanford's World's Top 2% Scientists
• Ranked #265 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM19,800
• Kuching: RM16,732

SPM:

• 9(A+/A) with 8A+: RM18,000 tuition fee waiver
• 9(A+/A) with 6A+: RM10,000 tuition fee waiver
• 9(A+/A/A-): RM9,000 tuition fee waiver
• 8(A+/A/A-): RM8,000 tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): RM5,000 tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-): RM4,000 tuition fee waiver
• 5(A+/A/A-): RM3,000 tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 8(A*/A) with 6A*: RM18,000 tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A) with 4A*: RM10,000 tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A): RM9,000 tuition fee waiver
• 6(A*/A): RM8,000 tuition fee waiver
• 5(A*/A): RM5,000 tuition fee waiver
• 4(A*/A): RM4,000 tuition fee waiver
• 3(A*/A): RM3,000 tuition fee waiver

• Duration: 1 year

Highlights

• Four pathways available — Applied Sciences, Engineering, Medical Sciences and Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Learning takes place in various forms including lab work and industrial visits
• Numerous award-winning professors, with 5 professors ranked in Stanford's World's Top 2% Scientists
• Ranked #265 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Campus

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM19,800
• Kuching: RM16,732

Scholarships

SPM:

• 9(A+/A) with 8A+: RM18,000 tuition fee waiver
• 9(A+/A) with 6A+: RM10,000 tuition fee waiver
• 9(A+/A/A-): RM9,000 tuition fee waiver
• 8(A+/A/A-): RM8,000 tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): RM5,000 tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-): RM4,000 tuition fee waiver
• 5(A+/A/A-): RM3,000 tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 8(A*/A) with 6A*: RM18,000 tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A) with 4A*: RM10,000 tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A): RM9,000 tuition fee waiver
• 6(A*/A): RM8,000 tuition fee waiver
• 5(A*/A): RM5,000 tuition fee waiver
• 4(A*/A): RM4,000 tuition fee waiver
• 3(A*/A): RM3,000 tuition fee waiver

Duration

• Duration: 1 year

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UCSI University

Kuala Lumpur Campus, Kuala Lumpur

Diploma in Music Performance

Intake

Jan, May, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM48,790

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• Duration

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM48,790

• Duration: 2.5 years

Campus

• Kuala Lumpur Campus: RM48,790

Duration

• Duration: 2.5 years

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Scholarships

UCSI also offers a number of scholarships for all levels of studies. Here are some of UCSI University’s scholarships.

UCSI University

Kuala Lumpur Campus, Kuala Lumpur

Tan Sri Ahmad Razali (TSAR) Merit Scholarship Award

Amount

100% fee waiver, accommodation and monthly allowance

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For all degree programmes
• For those with excellent academic achievements, exemplary leadership attributes, active in extracurricular activities and have received outstanding recognition due to notable achievements
• Music Scholarship available for those with musical achievements (instrumental or vocal performance)
• Scholarship award includes fee waiver, on-campus accommodation, monthly allowance, and allowance for books and laptop
• Interview required

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UCSI University

Kuala Lumpur Campus, Kuala Lumpur

UCSI University Trust Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For all programmes except Pharmacy, Nursing and Doctor of Medicine
• For those who demonstrate outstanding academic acheivements, leadership attributes, active in extracurricular activities and active in the community
• Music Scholarship available for those with musical achievements (instrumental or vocal performance)
• Interview required

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UCSI University

Kuala Lumpur Campus, Kuala Lumpur

UCSI University Trust Pre-U Scholarship

Amount

Up to RM18,000 tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation

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• Highlights

• For Foundation in Science and Foundation in Arts
• Scholarship amount is tiered and based on academic results
• Minimum 5As in SPM or 3As in O Level
• No interview/assessment required

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