Established in 1998, Monash University Malaysia is one of Malaysia’s most respected universities. We are Monash University’s global footprint in the Asian region, carrying with us the distinction of being the Malaysian constituent of a premier research-intensive Australian university ranked among the top 100 universities in the world, and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight (Go8)*. Monash University is also ranked 42 in the QS World University Rankings 2024. From humble beginnings, Monash Malaysia has grown in stature and recognised as a leader in the international higher education sector in Malaysia.

A self-accrediting university, we offer a distinctly international and culturally rich environment with approximately 8,900 students from 78 different countries.

Monash Malaysia has established strong links with industry and government and serves as a platform for research and education engagement with Southeast Asia and beyond. We are at the forefront of research and education which seeks real-world solutions to address national and international priorities.

Here are 10 reasons why you should choose Monash University Malaysia as your tertiary destination.
• Quality Australian education recognised internationally. Degrees recognised by the Malaysian Ministry of Education and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency, and quality assured by Monash University Australia and the Australian Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA);
• Opportunities to transfer to Monash University Australia if desired, or to
receive a Monash University Australia degree after completing a program at Monash University Malaysia;
• Access to high quality research-active academic staff with strong industry connections, and state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities;
• Opportunities to transfer to Monash University Australia if desired, or to
receive a Monash University Australia degree after completing a program at Monash University Malaysia;
• Access to high quality research-active academic staff with strong industry connections, and state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities;
• Safe, secure and inexpensive on-campus accommodation, and a lifestyle offering a range of extra-curricular, sporting and recreational opportunities;
• Multicultural student population providing support and cultural networks in a dynamic, cosmopolitan, moderate, Muslim environment;
• Proximity to countries in the Indian sub-continent and Asian regions;
• Excellent employment and career prospects upon completion of studies;
• Lifelong worldwide connections through a global alumni network.


* The Go8 is a coalition of Australia’s leading research universities.