University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia
Quick Facts
- Ranked within the top 1% of all universities globally
- 90% of graduates are successfully employed within months of graduation
- Top-notch education for 154 years
About University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM) is a private university established in 2012 and is part of a wholly-owned International branch campus of the University of Reading, one of the UK’s leading universities with a distinguished global reputation for teaching and research.
The university is located at EduCity in the Iskandar Development Region of Johor, a pioneering education hub in Nusajaya. It also has a city campus at Menara Kotaraya in downtown Johor Bahru. The university offers various study levels, which includes foundation and undergraduate programmes, covering Built Environment, Business, Law and Psychology.
University of Reading Malaysia has a long tradition of research and education, and is ranked within the top 1% of all universities globally. All the programmes are accredited by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) in the UK and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
University of Reading Malaysia's Ranking & Reputation
University of Reading is ranked #169 in the world based on the QS World University Rankings 2024.
Why Study at University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
World-Class Reputation
Outstanding reputation worldwide, ranking within the top 1% of universities globally
International Degree Programme
The programmes offered mirror the UK campus and follow the same quality standards in terms of curriculum, assessment and teaching delivery
Career Oriented
Programmes at UoRM are designed to provide students with a head start in their careers and are aligned with professional disciplines that provide excellent employment outcomes.
Campus Location
University of Reading Malaysia’s brand new award-winning 15-acre campus is located at Iskandar Malaysia EduCity, just 20 minutes away from Johor International Airport. The campus is well-equipped with world-class learning and sporting facilities, including an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a 14,000-seater sports stadium, as well as courts for basketball, badminton, futsal and tennis.
Courses Offered
University of Reading Malaysia offers an international foundation programme for students without A Level qualifications or equivalent which will give them a head start at joining an undergraduate programme at UoRm in Malaysia or the UK.
Check out the list of programmes offered by University of Reading Malaysia here.
- International Foundation Programme
- BSc Finance & Business Management
- BSc Business and Management
- BSc Accounting & Finance
- BSc Real Estate
- BSc Psychology
- BSc Psychology with Professional Placement
Featured programmes at University of Reading Malaysia
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
International Foundation Programme
- Iskandar Puteri: RM21,500
SPM:- 9(A+/A/A-): 30% tuition fee waiver
- 7(A+/A/A-): 20% tuition fee waiver
IGCSE/O-Level:- 9(A*/A): 30% tuition fee waiver
- 7(A*/A): 20% tuition fee waiver
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
BSc Finance & Business Management
- Covers cutting-edge finance topics such as fintech and cryptocurrencies that prepare you for the fast-changing world of modern finance
- Draws upon the deep expertise of the Finance department at Henley Business School, a well regarded brand in the business world
- State-of-the-art financial dealing room, where you will have access to ICTrader, one of the most sophisticated trading simulation systems
- Validated and listed as a University Affiliation Program of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute
- Iskandar Puteri: RM122,400
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
- Flexible option to spend one or two years at the Reading UK campus
- Option to pursue the Bar Practice Course (BPC) with the support from Reading
- Learn in a modern, state-of-the-art campus with a moot court and legal clinic
- Reading LLB in the UK is recognised by the Legal Professional Qualifying Board (LPQB) of Malaysia while the LLB at Reading Malaysia is fully accredited by MQA and is pending recognition from LPQB
- Iskandar Puteri: RM112,800
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
BSc Quantity Surveying
- UoRM's Building Information Modelling (BIM) lounge provides access to the latest software and equipment such as virtual reality and 3D printers
- Receive a joint BIM certificate from CostEXactal, further enhancing your employability
- Accredited by the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM), Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
- Over 150 years of history, with origins as a University of Oxford extension college
- Iskandar Puteri: RM112,800
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
BSc Psychology
- Iskandar Puteri: RM112,800
Scholarships
University of Reading Malaysia offers generous scholarships, bursaries and fee discounts for students who are keen to study at the institution. Check out the full scholarship listing here.
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Provost's Award
Amount
100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Bachelor's Degree
- For those with active participation in extracurricular activities and hold leadership positions in clubs and societies
- Students who meet the criteria for the highest High Achiever i.e. entitled to the 30% Scholarship will then be invited to complete a second application for a Provost’s Award, which will include a personal statement about their achievements and why they think they deserve the award
- Interview required
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
High Achiever's Scholarship
Amount
Up to 30% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Bachelor's Degree
- Scholarship amount is based on academic results
- Scholarship holders are required to complete a number of recognised number of tasks on an annual basis, failing which the University may decide to withdraw the Scholarship
- No interview/assessment required
University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Alumni Scholarships for Children of Alumni
Amount
10% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Bachelor's Degree
- For children of alumni
- Note that scholarships are not cumulative (i.e. if a student qualifies for a High Achiever scholarship of 30% and an Alumni Scholarship of 10%, that student would not receive a 40% reduction)
- No interview/assessment required
