University Technology Malaysia (UTM): Courses, Tuition Fees & Admission Process
University Technology Malaysia (UTM) is a research-based university for engineering, science, and technology. It is situated in 3 locations Johor Baru, Kuala Lumpur and Pagoh. According to QS University rankings, the esteemed Malaysian public university known as the University of Technology Malaysia (Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in Malay), or UTM, is rated 153 in the world.
UTM has been the country’s main supplier of technical and professional workers for regional businesses, governmental organizations, and international corporations since its founding as a technical school in 1904 and its transformation into a full-fledged university in 1972. UTM strategically meets both academic and research demands with its two campuses. Located in the center of Kuala Lumpur, the UTM Kuala Lumpur Campus provides a bustling urban atmosphere. The main campus, meanwhile, is situated in the Iskandar Malaysia area, a prosperous economic corridor in Johor, in the southern portion of Peninsular Malaysia, which offers a favorable setting for development and innovation.
In addition to its stated goal of becoming known as a premier entrepreneurial research university, UTM is positioned to be the center of academic and technological excellence. Its objective is to lead the development of cutting-edge human and technological resources that will support the nation’s economic expansion. Currently ranked in the top 100 universities globally in the engineering and technology area, UTM is acknowledged as the leading university in Malaysia for engineering, science, and technology.
Our Campuses: Johor Baru, Kuala Lumpur, and Pagoh.
Status: Public University
Established Year: 1972
Mission: To Develop Holistic Talents and prosperous lives Through Knowledge and Innovative Technologies.
Vision: A Premier University Providing World-Class Education and Research.
Website: https://www.utm.my/
Location: 81310 UTM Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia.
Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 54100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Jalan Edu Hub UTM 2, Hub Pendidikan Tinggi Pagoh, 84600 Pagoh, Johor, Malaysia.
UTM Ranking
- No. 1 in Malaysia for SDG9-Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- 151 in the QS world rankings.
- Asian Rank- 6
- No. 1 in Malaysia Architecture/ Built Environment.
- Top 50 in The World Petroleum Engineering.
- Top 100 in the World Architecture/Built Environment, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, and Engineering – Mineral & Mining.
Intakes: September and February intakes. They open applications from August to November for the February intake and from March to June for the September intake.
UTM Application Deadline
All International (Undergraduate & Postgraduate) & Malaysian Undergraduate:
1 November 2026 – 31 December 2027
Malaysian Postgraduate:
1 November 2026 – 31 January 2027
UTM- University Technology Malaysia Students: 22,171 Undergraduates, Postgraduates 7,979, Academician 1,452, Alumni 248,247.
Undergraduate Entry Requirements for Bangladeshi Students:
Engineering:
Grade > A+ in 3 subjects:
● Mathematics and Physics
● Chemistry / Biology
Science:
Grade > A+ in any 3 of the following subjects:
● Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry / Biology
Social Science:
Grade > A+ in any 3 of the following subjects:
● Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Geography / Economy / Accounting
Computer Science:
Grade > A+ in Mathematics and any 2 of the following subjects:
● Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Information and Communications Technology
Note: If you are not Bangladeshi check other country entry requirements.
UTM Entry Requirement to Master: Visit the link
English Language Requirements:
For Undergraduate
| Test | Score |
| IELTS | Band 5.5 or above |
| TOEFL iBT | 46 or above |
| Cambridge English | 160 or above |
| PTE Academic | 51 or above |
Note: TESL Program- Higher scores required: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 79, Cambridge 176, PTE 63.
For Postgraduate
| Test | Score |
| IELTS | Band 6.0 or above |
| TOEFL iBT | 60 or above |
| Cambridge English | 169 or above |
| PTE Academic | 59 or above |
Note: TESL Program- Higher scores required: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL 95, Cambridge 180, PTE 67.
How To Apply for UTM- University Technology Malaysia
Students can apply to our Admission Consultant
Email: Ceo@eduneerglobal.com
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University Technology Malaysia (UTM) Tuition Fees
University Technology Malaysia (UTM) EMGS & Initial Payment
Application Fee: RM 450
UTM Johor Campus- RM 2,408
UTM Kuala Lumpur Campus- RM 2,478
Undergraduate Program Fees
| Programme Field | Duration | Semester 1 | Semester 2 – 8 | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Accountancy | 4 years | RM 13,258 | RM 49,742 | RM 63,000 |
| Computer / IT | 4 years | RM 14,258 | RM 56,742 | RM 71,000 |
| Education | 4 years | RM 12,258 | RM 42,742 | RM 55,000 |
| Engineering | 4 years | RM 14,758 | RM 60,242 | RM 75,000 |
| HRD/ Management Technology | 4 years | RM 13,258 | RM 49,742 | RM 63,000 |
| Sciences | 4 years | RM 13,258 | RM 49,742 | RM 63,000 |
| Quantity Survey, Landscape Architecture, Industrial Design | 4 years | RM 13,258 | RM 49,742 | RM 63,000 |
| Geoinformation/ Property Management | 4 years | RM 12,758 | RM 46,242 | RM 59,000 |
Architecture Faculty
| Programme Field | Duration | Semester 1 | Semester 2 – 6 | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Architecture | 3 years | RM 13,730 | RM 37,890 | RM 51,620 |
Management Faculty
| Programme Field | Duration | Semester 1 | Semester 2 – 6 | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Bachelor of Management with Honours | 3 years | RM 12,758 | RM 33,030 | RM 45,788 |
AI Faculty
| Programme Field | Duration | Semester 1 | Semester 2 – 6 and 3 Short Semesters | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence with Honours | 4 years | RM 14,258 | RM 44,250 | RM 58,508 |
Malaysia – Japan International Institute of Technology
| Programme Field | Duration | Semester 1 | Semester 2 – 8 | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Bachelor of Electronic Systems Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM 14,758 | RM 60,242 | RM 75,000 |
| Bachelor of Mechanical Precision Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM 14,758 | RM 60,242 | RM 75,000 |
| Bachelor of Chemical Process Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM 14,758 | RM 60,242 | RM 75,000 |
| Bachelor in Software Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM 14,883 | RM 61,117 | RM 76,000 |
| Bachelor of Science (Industrial Mathematics) with Honours | 4 years | RM 14,883 | RM 61,117 | RM 76,000 |
Bridging Tuition Fees
| Programme Field | Duration | Bridging Fees | Semester 1 – 8 | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Accountancy | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 56,848 | RM 68,317 |
| Computer / IT | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 64,848 | RM 76,317 |
| Education | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 48,848 | RM 60,317 |
| Engineering | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 68,848 | RM 80,317 |
| HRD/ Management Technology | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 56,848 | RM 68,317 |
| Sciences | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 56,848 | RM 68,317 |
| Quantity Survey, Landscape Architecture, Industrial Design | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 56,848 | RM 68,317 |
| Geoinformation/ Property Management | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 52,848 | RM 64,317 |
Architecture Faculty
| Programme Field | Duration | Bridging Fees | Semester 1 – 6 | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Architecture | 3 years | RM 11,469 | RM 45,468 | RM 56,937 |
Management Faculty
| Programme Field | Duration | Bridging Fees | Semester 1 – 6 | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Bachelor of Management with Honours | 3 years | RM 11,469 | RM 39,636 | RM 51,105 |
AI Faculty
| Programme Field | Duration | Bridging Fees | Semester 1 – 6 | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence with Honours | 3 years | RM 11,469 | RM 52,356 | RM 63,825 |
Malaysia – Japan International Institute of Technology
| Programme Field | Duration | Bridging Fees | Semester 1 – 8 | Total of Tuition Fees |
| Bachelor of Electronic Systems Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 68,848 | RM 80,317 |
| Bachelor of Mechanical Precision Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 68,848 | RM 80,317 |
| Bachelor of Chemical Process Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 68,848 | RM 80,317 |
| Bachelor in Software Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 68,848 | RM 81,317 |
| Bachelor of Science (Industrial Mathematics) with Honours | 4 years | RM 11,469 | RM 68,848 | RM 81,317 |
University Technology Malaysia (UTM) Postgraduate Program Fees
| Programme Field | Duration | 1st Semester Fee (Course Mode) | Coursework & Mixed – Mode | Research (Includes viva voce fee – RM1,500) |
| Architecture | 1.5 years | RM 9,833 | RM 29,500 | RM 25,400 |
| Business & Management | 1.5 years | RM 8,833 | RM 26,500 | RM 25,400 |
| Computing/ IT | 1.5 years | RM 8,833 | RM 26,500 | RM 25,400 |
| Engineering | 1.5 years | RM 10,333 | RM 31,000 | RM 28,400 |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | 1.5 years | RM 8,833 | RM 26,500 | RM 25,400 |
| Science | 1.5 years | RM 9,500 | RM 28,500 | RM 28,400 |
| Education | 1.5 years | RM 8,833 | RM 26,500 | RM 25,400 |
| Quantity Surveying | 1.5 years | RM 9,833 | RM 29,500 | RM 25,400 |
Faculty of Management
| Course Name | Duration | 1st Semester Fee | Coursework Tuition Fee |
| Master of Science (information Technology Entrepreneurship) | 1.5 years | RM 10,716 | RM 32,147 |
Faculty of Artificial Intelligence (Formerly known as Razak Faculty of Technology and Informatics) Programme
| Course Name | Duration | 1st Semester Fee | Coursework & Mixed Modes Tuition Fee |
| Executive Master Occupational Safety and Health Management | 1.5 years | RM 12,401 | RM 37,204 |
| Master of Science (Engineering Business Management) | 1.5 years | RM 11,168 | RM 33,504 |
| Master of Science (Sustainable Urban Design) | 1.5 years | RM 8,923 | RM 26,769 |
| Master of Professional Science | 1.5 years | RM 9,851 | RM 29,554 |
| Master of Science (Systems Engineering) | 1.5 years | RM 10,518 | RM 31,554 |
| Master of Science (Sustainable Infrastructure) | 1.5 years | RM 11,184 | RM 33,554 |
| Master of Science (Engineering Design) | 1.5 years | RM 11,184 | RM 33,554 |
| Master of Science (Engineering Education) | 1.5 years | RM 10,518 | RM 31,554 |
| Master of Software Engineering | 1.5 years | RM 8,735 | RM 26,204 |
| Master of Science (Information Assurance) | 1.5 years | RM 8,735 | RM 26,204 |
| Master of Science (Computer System Engineering) | 1.5 years | RM 8,735 | RM 26,204 |
| Master of Science (Informatics) | 1.5 years | RM 8,735 | RM 26,204 |
| Master of Science (Business Intelligence and Analytics) | 1.5 years | RM 8,735 | RM 26,204 |
Azman Hashim International Business School (AHIBS)
| Course Name | Duration | 1st Semester Fee | Coursework & Mixed Modes Tuition Fee |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 1.5 years | RM 10,718 | RM 32,154 |
Malaysia – Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT)
| Course Name | Duration | 1st Semester Fee | Coursework & Mixed Modes Tuition Fee |
| Master of Sustainable System | 1.5 years | RM 9,500 | RM 28,500 |
| Master of Disaster Risk Management | 1.5 years | RM 12,001 | RM 36,004 |
| Master of Technology and Innovation Management | 1.5 years | RM 9,500 | RM 28,500 |
University Technology Malaysia (UTM) PhD Program Fees
| Course Name | Duration | 1st Semester fee | Mixed – Mode | 1st Semester fee | Research (Includes viva voce fee – RM2,500) |
| Architecture | 3 years | RM 18,600 | RM 55,800 | RM 16,200 | RM 48,600 |
| Business & Management | 3 years | RM 18,600 | RM 55,800 | RM 16,200 | RM 48,600 |
| Computing/ IT | 3 years | RM 17,200 | RM 51,600 | RM 16,200 | RM 48,600 |
| Engineering | 3 years | RM 19,200 | RM 57,600 | RM 17,200 | RM 51,600 |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | 3 years | RM 17,200 | RM 51,600 | RM 16,200 | RM 48,600 |
| Science | 3 years | RM 18,600 | RM 55,800 | RM 16,200 | RM 48,600 |
| Education | 3 years | RM 17,200 | RM 51,600 | RM 16,200 | RM 48,600 |
| Quantity Surveying | 3 years | RM 17,200 | RM 51,600 | RM 16,200 | RM 48,600 |
Faculty of Artificial Intelligence (Formerly known as Razak Faculty of Technology and Informatics) PhD Programme
| Course Name | Duration | 1st Semester Fee | Mixed Modes Tuition Fee |
| Doctor of Engineering (Engineering Business Management) | 3 years | RM 18,735 | RM 56,204 |
| Doctor of Software Engineering | 3 years | RM 15,338 | RM 46,014 |
Azman Hashim International Business School (AHIBS)
| Course Name | Duration | 1st Semester Fee | Mixed Modes Tuition Fee |
| Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) | 3 years | RM 20,005 | RM 60,154 |
General Payment Gateway: UTM PayHub
Accommodation Cost:
| Accommodation Name | Room Type | Monthly Rate |
| SCHOLAR’S INN | Single (Air-Cond) | MYR 1,710 |
| Single (Fan) | MYR 1,470 | |
| K HOTEL SDN BHD | 1 Single Bed | MYR 650 |
| 2 Single Bed | MYR 460 | |
| 3 Single Bed | MYR 395 | |
| FAMILY HOUSING | Apartment (2 rooms) | MYR 480 |
| Apartment (2+1 rooms) | MYR 550 | |
| Apartment (2+1 deluxe) | MYR 770 | |
| Apartment (2+1 suite) | MYR 1,100 | |
| HOSTEL | Double | MYR 360 |
| Double (Executive) | MYR 750 | |
| Single | MYR 450 | |
| Single (Executive) | MYR 1,200 | |
| Single with bathroom | MYR 600 |
Admission to UTM Portal Link
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Where is UTM situated?
Ans: They have 2 campuses, one in Johor Baru and the other in Kuala Lumpur. UTM main campus is in Johor Baru, which is 300 kilometers from Kuala Lumpur.
2. What are the admission requirements for Undergraduate International Students?
Ans: Mentioned on our website in detail.
3. What kind of accommodation facilities do you have for single and/or married students?
Ans: 11 residential colleges can accommodate about 17,000 students. Married house/ apartment, although more limited in number, are available for postgraduate students who wish to bring along their family.
4. How many semesters/intakes does UTM have?
Ans: Two semesters in a year.
5. How can I know that I have been accepted to UTM?
Ans: Every online application will be processed within 5 working days for evaluation, and only successful applicants will be offered to study at UTM. All sucessful applicant will receive the offer letter through email.
6. How much processing fee should I pay for an application? How can I pay?
Ans: The application fee is RM80.00 per application for Malaysian students and RM450.00 for International students. It should be paid using FPX, Credit/Debit card, and Flywire before submitting your application.
7. Do I have to attend all the lectures?
Ans: Students must attend at least 80% of the lecture meetings. This is essential to ensure students have received adequate knowledge and exposures, before sitting for the final exam. In case of non-compliance with this attendance requirement, students will be barred from sitting in the final examination.
8. International student apply weekend class?
Ans: Yes, if you have the working pass for categories 1 and 2.
Living and Food Cost:
| Description | Basic Living | Luxury Living |
| Meal | MYR 450.00 | MYR 650.00 |
| Transport | MYR 150.00 | MYR 200.00 |
| Telephone & Internet Bills | MYR 100.00 | MYR 150.00 |
| Other Personal Expenses (Toiletries, Entertainment, etc) | MYR 300.00 | MYR 500.00 |
| Approximate Monthly Cost | MYR 1,000.00 | MYR 1,500.00 |