MALAYSIA

ABOUT MALAYSIA

Land of islands, Malaysia is situated in Southeast Asia. This beautiful country of Asia is full of natural wealth. A large area of Malaysia is consisting of forests and mountains. The forests of Malaysia are providing huge variety of wood to world. Ebony, sandalwood and teak are most demanded wood in the world. These forests are not only providing the wood but also a great source of greenery and oxygen to the world. The green mountains of Malaysia are most beautiful gift of nature to Malaysia. The Titiwangsa Mountains, Mount Korbu (highest peak of area), Buffalo Range, Mount Tama Abu, Tama Abu Range are some famous pearls of the beautiful chain of mountains in Malaysia. The democratic system of Malaysia is running under federal constitutional monarchy. The government is run by Prime Minister, and King Yang di-Pertuan Agong is the head of state. It has 13 states. Capital city Kuala Lumpur is one of the beautiful cities of the world. Kuala Lumpur is 6th most visited cities in the world. Brunei, Indonesia, Thailand are neighbor countries of Malaysia and its marine neighbors are Singapore, Philippines, Vietnam and Indonesia. Malaysia is also member of various world organizations like The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and The East Asia Summit (EAS). Malaysia is a Muslim country, majority of its population is Muslim. There are about 60 % of Malays are Muslim, though some of Malays believe on Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity and Confucianism.

CLIMATE OF MALAYSIA

Weather in Malaysia is very pleasant, not very hot and not very cold. Its weather can be called tropical weather, due to South China Sea. Weather is humid due to ocean breeze, normally temperature remains between 20 C to 30 C throughout whole year. Due to forest and ocean there is rainy season for long time, if you are at the west coast then you will enjoy rainy season from October to February and at east coast you will enjoy rainy season from November to February.

LANGUAGES IN MALAYSIA

There are several languages are being spoken in Malaysia. But Malaysian is its official language. Though, English is widely spoken language in Malaysia. Infect English can be called second official language in Malaysia. In schools and colleges English is mostly used as teaching language. It is called Malaysian Standard English. It is mostly use to instruct students in higher education institutes of Malaysia.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN MALAYSIA

Planning to go Malaysia? Good, it is suggestion from Sublime consultants that take long leave from work, because list of tourists resort in Malaysia is very long. Once you will go Malaysia, the beauty of nature, attractive tourist’s resorts, green islands, warm beaches, and colorful culture will be great resistance in your return back home. Hundreds of thousands tourists go to Malaysia every year. Tourism has become Malaysia’s third largest source of revenue within few years.

Following are some of the beautiful places of Malaysia:

• Petronas Tower (88 floors sky scraper)
• Mount Kinabalu
• Bukit Bintang
• Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, Kek Lok Si Temple
• Islamic Arts Museum Kuala Lumpur
• LangKawi Cable Car, KLCC Park Kuala Lumpur
• LangKawi sky bridge
• Taman Negara
• Genting Highlands
• Putra Mosque Putrajaya
• Gunung Mulu National Park Sarawak
• Batu Caves Selangor
• Kuala Lumpur Tower
• Penang Hill
• Sultan Abdul Samad Building Kuala Lumpur
• Stadthuys Melaka
• Aquaria KLCC Kuala Lumpur
• Gurney Drive of George Town
• Sunway Lagoon Selangor
• Kinabalu Park Sabah
• Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park Sabah
• Suria KLCC Shopping Mall Kuala Lumpur
• A Famosa Melaka
• Payar Island
• Maritime Museum Melaka
• Gua Tempurung Tempurung
• Bako National Park Sarawak
• Niah National Park Sarawak
• National Mosque of Malaysia Kuala Lumpur
• National Zoo of Malaysia Selangor
• Sepang International Circuit Selangor
• Kellie’s Castle Perak
• Sanrio Hello Kitty Town & Thomas Town Johor
• Berjaya Times Square Theme Park Kuala Lumpur

INTRODUCTION TO STUDY IN MALAYSIA FOR PAKISTANI / INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

The economy of Malaysia is growing rapidly day by day. Thanks to Malaysia’s education system which makes this financial growth possible. Government of Malaysia gives complete attention to education system. The higher education institutions of Malaysia believe in quality education. And now universities of Malaysia have become world’s prestigious universities. There is no compromise on the quality of education in Malaysia. In Malaysia students are allowed to complete their degree from two institutions, first part from one institution and second part from other institution. This system is called twinning system. Students can transfer their transcripts and credits from one university to another university. By this method students can experience the glory of two universities by completing one degree. Normally this practice is run by those international universities which have their campus in Malaysia, like Monash University Australia, Malaysia campus and Swinburne University of technology Australia, Sarawak campus Malaysia. Students can take admission in these campuses in Malaysia and after completing first year of their degree successfully they can go to Australian campus to complete other part of degree.

The education system of Malaysia is similar to European and American education systems. Master’s degree normally consists of research based study. Doctoral degree is granted after a strong thesis which published on national paper and acknowledged by relevant authorities.

Study in Malaysia can be great and unique experience for international students. The prestigious universities of Malaysia always welcome the foreign students. They help the international students to adjust in the society and education system of Malaysia. The Malayan students also welcome foreign students and make them friends immediately. Normally these friendships continue throughout all life Sublime Consultants suggests you to go Malaysia for higher education and be the part of glorious and colorful communities of the world.

EDUCATION SYSTEM IN MALAYSIA

The education system of Malaysia is very simple and specially designed for students comfort. In this study system higher education systems make it possible to transfer high quality knowledge in very easy way. It makes complicated subjects easy to understand for students. Mostly higher education is research and practical based which help students to get through with subject comprehensively. Following study programs are offered to students by higher education institutions of Malaysia.

PRE-UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS

There are two types of pre-university qualifications, external qualifications and internal qualifications. External qualification certificates are issued by external schools, academies of other countries. Internal qualification certificate are issued by individual private colleges or universities of Malaysia.

ESTIMATED TUITION FEE FOR PRE-UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS

Malaysia universities fees are different from one university to other university. Cost of study in Malaysia for international students is less than European countries. And Malaysia public university fees are less than private universities. Students who wish to take certificate of GCE “A” Level from UK are required to pay US $ 4,690 to US $ 7,810 for the period of 15 to 18 months. Students who wish to take certificate of South Australian Matriculation from Australia are required to pay US $ 6,560 to US $ 7,810 for the period of 10 months.

Students who wish to take certificate of Western Australian Matriculation from Australia are required to pay US $ 3,440 to US $ 6,560 10 months. Students who wish to take certificate of Canadian Pre-U from Canada are required to pay US $ 5,940 to US $ 9,010 2 months. Students who wish to take certificate of University of New South Wales from Australia are required to pay US $ 4,375 to US $ 7,190 12 months. For international baccalaureate diploma students needs to pay US $ 9,062 for 24 months.

Students who prefers internal qualification certificate like university foundation studies or matriculation are required to pay US $ 2,810 to US $ 4,690 for 10 to 12 months.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY COURSE

Students who wish to improve the English language skills are offered many short and long courses from different Private Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs) of Malaysia. These institutes also offer preparatory classes for TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System) etc. The estimated fees of these courses are charged from US $ 265 to US $ 845 for 2 to 2.5 months.

BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMS IN MALAYSIA

The higher education institutions of Malaysia are offered lots of bachelor’s degree program in almost every field of education like arts, literature, science, medical, dentistry, medicine, veterinary science, business, finance, commerce, information technology, computer sciences etc. Bachelor’s degree normally consists of 3 years. The estimated fees of bachelor’s Degree Programs of public universities of Malaysia are vary from US $ 13,400 to US $ 23,400 for 3 years. However, medicine degree is charged US $ 93,750 for 5 years and pharmacy degree charged US $ 31,250 for 4 years. The fees of international universities Malaysia campus and private universities of Malaysia charged more fees than public / state universities.

TWINING DEGREE PROGRAM IN MALAYSIA

Students who join the twining degree programs are allowed to complete their 1 year to 2.5 year degree from Malaysia and remaining degree from overseas university of United Kingdom or Australia etc. Students who wish to complete their first two year from Malaysia and remaining one year degree from United Kingdom or Australia need to pay first two year’s fee as per Malaysia campus rule and remaining fees as per that country’s education rule. By taking twining degree program student can experience the two top quality education systems.

MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS IN MALAYSIA

Students who wish to take admission in master’s degree program in Malaysia are required bachelor’s degree (Hons.) or 16 year education. The merit of public universities of Malaysia is comparatively high then other universities of world. Normally students are required CGPA 3.0 for admission in master’s degree. But good news is that if you have CGPA 3.7 or more you can get directly admission in doctoral degree program. The fees structure of master’s degree is pretty similar to the bachelor’s degree program. However, Master of Business Administration (MBA) is bit expensive than other programs. Normally private universities charged US $ 6,560 to US $ 9,375 for complete course, and public universities charged US $ 4,060 to US $ 7,810 for complete course.

DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMS IN MALAYSIA

The applicants of doctoral degree program are required master’s degree with good grades or CGPA 3.7 in bachelor’s degree program. Doctoral degree program totally consist of research work. Students need to have command on subject with complete research and an impressive thesis which should be published in national newspaper and can be protected on any public forum. A fee for PhD program is as low as US $ 845 to US $ 2,500.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS TO STUDY IN MALAYSIA

Pakistani / international students who want to take admission in higher education institutions of Malaysia are required English language proficiency certificate at the time of admission, like TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System) etc. It is compulsory for all study programs like Bachelor’s Degree Program, Master’s Degree Program and Doctoral Degree Program. However, students who wish to take admission in English language proficiency course are exempted to provide any language proficiency certificate. Following is the average grade requirements in proficiency tests:

• IELTS: 6.0 Bands for all study programs.
• TOEFL: 550 scores (PBT), 213 scores (CBT) or 79-80 scores (IBT) for all study programs.

COST OF LIVING IN MALAYSIA

Going to Malaysia for studies? Don’t worry about living expenses. Malaysia is the most economical place for living including big and cosmopolitan cities like Kuala Lumpur. Every basic need is very economical as compare to European, Australian, American and most of Asian student cities. You can find every basic necessity for living on very cheap rate including accommodation, food, transportation, medicine, books, stationery, travelling, entertainment etc. An average student can live in US $ 375 per month. Cost of living depends on your living style. Some Pakistani students in Malaysia cut the cost of living in 1/3rd by sharing accommodation and food. They are even able to survive in 100US$ per month. As an international student, you are advised to spend less on living and more on to get knowledge, because your basic purpose to go Malaysia to get knowledge.

Following is the estimated cost of living:

• ACCOMMODATIONThere are different choices of residence for students in Malaysia. As student you can live in hostel, hall or residence, private room / flat / apartment or rent shared flat / apartment. The rent for these accommodations is depending on their location, size and facilities. Normally students rent furnished accommodation. This furnished accommodation costs US $ 94 to US 141 per month.
• FOOD AND HOUSEKEEPING EXPENSESFood is also very cheap in Malaysia. There are lots of restaurants, cafes, fast food points, canteens are available for dine out. But dinging out is always expensive choice of eating. As a student you should prepare your meal yourself. If you cook for yourself then average cost of food would be lessor per month.
• TRAVELLINGIf you are living in a distance from your campus then you would have to take public transport for travelling. It charges also very low fare. You may be spending US $ 13 per month for travelling in the city.
• UTILITY BILLSUtility bills like telephone, mobile phone, and internet are also very affordable in Malaysia. As student you will need US $ 17 per month to pay your utility bills.
• LAUNDRY AND CLOTHINGYou will need to spend US $ 19 for washing, ironing and dry cleaning for your dresses.
• BOOKS AND STATIONARYCost of books and stationary depends on your course. Some courses require very few books and stationary items and some requires more. And average cost may be incurred on books and stationary US $ 24 per month.
• ENTERTAINMENT & PERSONAL EXPENSESIt also depends on your life style. It totally depends on you that how much money you spend on your comfort and entertainment. Normally US $ 32 to US $ 64 incur on personal expenses like shaving, hair cut, outing, movies, dine out and medical etc.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PAKISTANI STUDENTS IN MALAYSIA

Pakistani / international students can apply for scholarships. There are many scholarships granted to students. These scholarships are granted directly by universities or by Malaysian government. Some scholarships are given to students under Malaysian Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships Plan (CSFP). If you are an intelligent student with good academic record then.

MALAYSIA STUDENT VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR PAKISTANI CITIZEN

Pakistani / international students need visa to enter in Malaysia. For living in Malaysia as international student you need a student pass (student visa), which is issued to you after completing admission process. Once you get admission the higher education institute itself will apply for student pass for you. However you will have to pay fee for students pass which is charged US $ 69 to US $ 346. This depends on student’s home country.

Once a student pass is issued on your name then you are asked to apply for students visa from your home country. Embassy of Malaysia can be demand following document for issuing student visa:

• Original and photocopy of passport (6 month validity of passport is required).
• Original and photocopy of student pass.
• Admission confirmation letter of university.
• Financial proof / Bank statement (with sufficient funds to pay fee + living expenses)
• Medical fitness certificate.
• Passport size photographs

These are general requirements; Pakistani students should consult with Malaysian embassy Pakistan or visit the official website of embassy to download Malaysia student visa application form and to get complete visa requirements.

SUBLIME CONSULTANTS REVIEWS ABOUT STUDY IN MALAYSIA FOR PAKISTANI STUDENTS

Beautiful islands, rainy forests, sunny beaches, pleasant weather, world’s prestigious universities, Malaysia is a dreamland for students. Study in Malaysia for international students is good idea. Twining degrees can be solid reason to study in Malaysia. Living and studying in Malaysia is very feasible for students. Low rate of tuition fees and very much affordable cost of living with high quality education, what does a student need more to study abroad. Cost of education in Malaysia is less but degrees awarded by higher education institution are valuable. Malaysia is a Muslim country so you will never miss the voice of azan or halal food. PakStudyAbroad.com strongly recommends you to go Malaysia for higher study and be the member of world’s top highly qualified community. We rate Malaysia 4 out of 5. We encourage you to choose the Malaysia for your higher education. Share with your family and friends, it might help someone.

COST OF LIVING IN AUSTRALIA FOR PAKISTANI/INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Cost of living in big cities of Australia is pretty comparable with other famous student cities of world. Normally students need AUS $ 19830 per year to live in Australia. This cost includes accommodation rent, food, local transportation, books, study material, stationery, clothing, entertainment, personal maintenance, laundry etc. It is not fixed cost, it can be varying according to circumstances. Normally cost of living depends on your living style and living habits. A student can spend on groceries and dine out from AUS $ 80 to AUS $ 280 per week. And he needs to spend AUS $ 55 to AUS $ 195 per week for utilities bills including phone and internet. Transportation can be cost AUS $ 150 to AUS $ 260 per week. And he may spend AUS $ 80 to AUS $ 150 per week for entertainment.

ACCOMMODATION IN AUSTRALIA FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS

Students have many residence options in Australia like other student cities of world. It depends on you that which residence option you choose. Normally students choose residence according to their financial condition and comfort level. Let’s discuss some accommodation options in detail.

ON CAMPUS RESIDENCE IN AUSTRALIA

This is most economical and feasible residence for students. Almost every higher education institution of Australia provides on campus residence to international students. Universities have apartment type furnished residence. It is totally furnished and specially decorated for students. Students are given a single room without roommates with shared bathroom, kitchen, living room, dining hall etc. These apartments are very comfortable for students. Students have to pay AUS $ 90 to AUS $ 280 per week rent according to facilities of apartments.

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION IN AUSTRALIA

This is also a good residence option if you can’t find place in on campus residence of universities. The students who don’t want to live in on campus residence for any reason can rent an apartment on sharing basis. Most of the universities help students to search apartments but not all universities provide this facility. Students can rent the apartment with the help of realtor agencies. The rent of apartment is varying according to location and facilities. In big cities you would have to pay more rent as compare to small cities. The rent of an apartment in student city many be AUS $ 165 to ASU $ 440 per week according to its location and facilities. Living on sharing basis is also an economical way of living. Students can cook their own food in the kitchen of their apartment on sharing basis also. It will reduce the cost of food also.

HOME STAY WHILE STUDY IN AUSTRALIA

Living with local families in Australia is also a good residence for international students. This residence option gives you home comfort abroad. Normally local families give a single furnished room with food and laundry to students. it is checked by Australian authorities that if the room is fine for students or not. This step is taken for the safety and comfort of international students. Mostly local families charge AUS $ 235 to AUS $ 325 per week according to location and facilities.

STUDY AND WORK IN AUSTRALIA FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Work and study in Australia is possible for Pakistani students. All students are allowed to work in Australia during studies. However, it depends on your visa also. Most students of full time degree programs are granted visa which allow them to work for 20 hour per week or 40 hour in two weeks during studies, it is answer of your frequent question that how many hours student can work in Australia? Students who work during studies has equal labour rights. It is frequently asked question that how much a student can earn in Australia? Answer is that they are given minimum wage rate which is AUS $ 17.29 per hour. So you can do both study and work in Australia. Students are given leaves, breaks and rest period parallel to regular staff. A healthy and safe work environment is also provided to student from employer. Students are also given all necessary benefits which give to regular employees in Australia. Finding a job in big cities of Australia is not difficult because there are many part time jobs in Australia for international students available. There is no language barrier for international students in Australia. Normally students can get job in supermarkets, bars, restaurants, department stores, clothing stores, cafes, hotels, motels, farm houses for farming or fruit picking, sales, telemarketing, offices, tutoring etc. International students can find jobs in local newspapers, online, university’s notice boards, or by registering themselves with recruiting agencies etc.

SUBLIME REVIEWS ABOUT STUDY IN AUSTRALIA FOR PAKISTANI STUDENTS

Do you still need a reason to study in Australia? The beautiful and advance country Australia has lots of thing for you. Beautiful landscaped, green fields, forests, lakes, rivers, sunny beaches, water sports, ancient monument, parks, modern cities, vibrant life, colorful culture, advance lifestyle and high quality education in world high ranked universities in world. What do you want more to studying abroad in Australia? Study in prestigious universities of Australia in comparable fees rates with affordable cost of living. Australia is best place for Pakistani students. You can study in Australia for free by getting scholarship. You can find a job with study also because there are many jobs for international students in Melbourne Australia and other cities. PakStudyAbroad.com suggests Pakistani students to choose Australia for your next study destination.We rate 5 out of 5 for study in Australia.