
Multimedia University (MMU)
Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia
- Established
- 1997
- Students
- 15k
- International
- 14%
At a glance
Visit official website- Top ranking
- QS World 851-900
- Established
- 1997
- Students
- 15k students
- International
- 14%
- Campus city
- Cyberjaya, Selangor
- Type
- Private research university
Founded in 1997 as Malaysia's first private university. Its origins trace to 1994 as the Institute of Telecommunication and Information Technology (ITTM); it was granted university status in 1996 as Universiti Telekom, then renamed Multimedia University when tasked with establishing the Cyberjaya campus for the Multimedia Super Corridor initiative.
About this university
About Multimedia University (MMU)
Multimedia University holds a special place in Malaysia's education story: founded in 1997, it was the country's first private university. Its roots reach back to 1994 as the Institute of Telecommunication and Information Technology, and it was granted university status in 1996 as Universiti Telekom before being renamed Multimedia University when it was tasked with building the Cyberjaya campus for the Multimedia Super Corridor initiative. Today its main campus sits on an 80-hectare site in Cyberjaya — a planned technology township in Selangor often called Malaysia's Silicon Valley — with a second campus in historic Bukit Beruang, Melaka. If you picture yourself studying somewhere built around technology and close to Kuala Lumpur, MMU is an easy place to feel at home.
MMU is best known for computing, engineering and creative multimedia, and it was awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the Ministry of Higher Education (with MDEC) in 2017. You'll find degrees that lean into the future — from a Bachelor of Multimedia spanning virtual reality, visual effects, animation and interface design, to BSc programs in cybersecurity, data science, software engineering and game development, alongside law and business. Its engineering programs are accredited under the EAC, ETAC and the Washington Accord, and its accounting programs carry professional recognition with bodies such as ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA and CPA Australia. The whole institution is MQA accredited and recognised by Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education, with an industry-led curriculum shaped by strong collaborations across the technology sector.
For international students, the appeal is the combination: a genuinely diverse campus — over 4,200 students from 77 countries, around 14% of the student body — together with the affordability and lifestyle of studying in Malaysia. MMU's standing is rising, too: it moved up to the 851–900 band in the QS World University Rankings 2026, having sat in the 1001–1200 band in 2024. A Gartner and MSC Malaysia study has also identified MMU as among the top five universities preferred by major ICT players for graduate employment. Fees vary by program and change each intake, so we'll confirm the current official figures with you. Whatever you want to study, YS Training & Consultancy can help you choose the right MMU program, confirm the current official fees, and apply with confidence — talk to us free to get started.
A note on the numbers: rankings, fees and intake dates on this page are drawn from public sources and are accurate to the best of our knowledge, but they can change. We always confirm the current official figures with the university before you apply.
Why choose this university
Malaysia's first private university
Founded in 1997, MMU was Malaysia's first private university and remains a pioneer in technology-driven education.
A Premier Digital Tech University
Awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the Ministry of Higher Education (with MDEC) in 2017 — recognition for its strong focus on digital and technology disciplines.
Built for computing, engineering & creative tech
Specialises in computing, engineering, creative multimedia and technology-driven fields, with an industry-led curriculum.
Preferred by major ICT employers
A Gartner and MSC Malaysia study identified MMU as among the top five universities preferred by major ICT players for graduate employment.
Engineering accredited to global standards
Engineering programs hold EAC, ETAC and Washington Accord accreditation, recognised internationally.
In the heart of Cyberjaya
The main campus sits in Cyberjaya, Malaysia's tech township, on an 80-hectare site established in 1999, with a second campus in historic Melaka.
Rankings
World
World
Asia
World
Asia
QS World trajectory
- 20241001-1200
- 2026851-900
Programs offered
Foundation
3 programs
Diploma
3 programs
Bachelor's
8 programs
- Bachelor of Multimedia (Virtual Reality, Visual Effects, Advertising Design, Animation, Interface Design)
- Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
- Bachelor of Science in Data Science
- Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
- Bachelor of Science in Game Development
- Bachelor of Law
- Bachelor of Business & Management
Master's
2 programs
Tuition & fees
Foundation
Indicative only; YSTC to fill with official figures.
Diploma
Indicative only; YSTC to fill with official figures.
Bachelor's
Indicative only; YSTC to fill with official figures.
Postgraduate (Master's / PhD)
Indicative only; YSTC to fill with official figures.
Fees are indicative figures gathered from public sources and can change each intake and by program. We confirm the exact current official fee for your chosen course before you commit — for free.
Living costs: Living costs in Cyberjaya (accommodation, food, transport) are moderate for the Klang Valley, though they depend on your lifestyle and housing choice. Cyberjaya is a planned tech township in Selangor, well connected to Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya. YSTC will give you a personalised monthly estimate for your shortlist, free of charge.
Campus & student life
Campus setting
MMU's main campus is in Cyberjaya, Selangor — a planned technology township often described as Malaysia's Silicon Valley — on an 80-hectare site established in 1999. A second campus sits in historic Bukit Beruang, Melaka, established in 1997. Together the campuses host 7 faculties in Cyberjaya and 4 in Melaka, well connected to Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya.
Accommodation
Both the Cyberjaya and Melaka campuses offer student accommodation, with options also available in the surrounding townships. YSTC will walk you through the current residence choices, room types and costs for your intake.
Student life
MMU hosts a genuinely international community — over 4,200 students from 77 countries across its campuses, with peers from India, China, Maldives, Uganda and many other nations — so you'll feel part of a diverse student body. Ask YSTC for the latest on clubs and activities that match your interests.
Safety & support
Both campuses are managed campuses in established townships in the Klang Valley and Melaka, with the usual student support services. YSTC can share current student-support and safety details before you arrive.
Facilities
- Faculties spanning computing, engineering, creative multimedia and business
- Creative multimedia and animation studios
- Engineering and technology labs
- Library and learning spaces
- Two campuses — Cyberjaya (Selangor) and Bukit Beruang (Melaka)
Careers & outcomes
Identified by a Gartner and MSC Malaysia study as among the top five universities preferred by major ICT players for graduate employment.
- Strong collaborations with the technology sector and an industry-led curriculum
- A focus on software engineering, information technology and digital transformation roles
- Engineering programs accredited under the Washington Accord
- Professional pathways for accounting (MIA, ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA, CPA Australia) and law (LPQB exemption)
We didn't find a specific MMU graduate-employment percentage in public sources, so we've avoided quoting one. Employer-preference recognition comes from the Gartner / MSC Malaysia study. YSTC will confirm the latest outcomes for your chosen course.
Accreditation & recognition
- MQA (Malaysian Qualifications Agency) accredited, with Self-Accreditation status (2017)
- Recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE)
- Premier Digital Tech University status awarded by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), with MDEC, in 2017
- SETARA 5-Star rating (2019, 'Very Competitive')
- Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC) accreditation
- Engineering Technology Accreditation Council (ETAC) accreditation
- Washington Accord accreditation for engineering programs
- Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) accreditation pathway for Accounting graduates
- Professional accreditation for accounting programs incl. ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA and CPA Australia
- Legal Profession Qualifying Board (LPQB) exemption for Law graduates
Admissions
Entry requirements
- Recognised pre-university qualification (e.g. STPM, A-Levels, foundation, diploma, or equivalent) — requirements vary by program
- Meet the minimum subject grades for your chosen course
- Meet the English language requirement (see below)
Intakes
- Multiple intakes per year — confirm the exact dates for your program with YSTC
English requirement
Typically IELTS / TOEFL or an approved equivalent, with an English pathway available if you don't yet meet the requirement — the exact band varies by program. YSTC will confirm what your course needs.
International students are issued a Malaysian Student Pass via EMGS (Education Malaysia Global Services). The university's international office handles the Student Pass application after you accept your offer, and YSTC will manage the process with you from start to finish.
How YSTC helps you apply
From shortlisting to your offer letter and student visa, we guide you through every step — and getting started is completely free.
Location
Address
Jalan Multimedia, 63100 Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia (Main Campus); Jalan Ayer Keroh Lama, 75450 Bukit Beruang, Melaka, Malaysia (Melaka Campus)
What's nearby
Ask us about accommodation, transport links and student life around the campus — we'll give you the full picture.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Multimedia University (MMU) located?
MMU's main campus is in Cyberjaya, Selangor — a planned technology township often called Malaysia's Silicon Valley — at Jalan Multimedia, 63100 Cyberjaya. It also has a second campus in historic Bukit Beruang, Melaka. Both are well connected within Malaysia, with Cyberjaya close to Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya.
How much does it cost to study at Multimedia University?
Fees vary by program and level and change each intake, so we don't publish exact figures here. The simplest way to get an accurate, current number for your chosen course is a free YSTC consultation — we'll confirm the official fee before you commit, at no charge.
Is Multimedia University recognised internationally?
MMU is MQA accredited (with Self-Accreditation status granted in 2017) and recognised by Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education. Its engineering programs hold EAC, ETAC and Washington Accord accreditation, and it was awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the Ministry of Higher Education in 2017. YSTC will confirm recognition for your specific country and career goals.
What is MMU known for?
MMU is Malaysia's first private university and a Premier Digital Tech University, best known for computing, engineering, creative multimedia and technology-driven disciplines. It's recognised by a Gartner and MSC Malaysia study as among the top five universities preferred by major ICT players for graduate employment.
When can I start at MMU, and can YSTC help me apply?
MMU runs multiple intakes per year; we'll confirm the exact dates for your program. And yes — YSTC can help, and getting started is free. We'll help you pick the right course, prepare your application and documents, confirm the current fees, and manage your student visa from start to finish.
Are there scholarships for international students at MMU?
Scholarship availability and amounts vary by program and intake. The easiest way to find what you might qualify for is a free YSTC consultation — we'll check the current options with the university and help you apply at no cost.
What are the English language requirements for MMU?
Most programs accept IELTS, TOEFL or an approved equivalent, with the exact band depending on your course. If you don't yet meet it, an English pathway may be available so you can still begin. YSTC will confirm precisely what your chosen program requires.
Are courses at MMU taught in English?
MMU's programs are delivered in English, so international students can study without learning Malay first. YSTC will confirm the language of instruction for your specific course before you apply.
What is the campus and accommodation like at MMU?
The main Cyberjaya campus sits on an 80-hectare site in Malaysia's tech township and houses 7 faculties, with a second campus of 4 faculties in historic Melaka. Both campuses offer student accommodation, with more housing in the surrounding townships. YSTC will walk you through the current residence choices, room types and costs for your intake.
How international is the student community at MMU?
Very — MMU hosts over 4,200 international students from 77 countries across its campuses, roughly 14% of its total student body, with peers from India, China, Maldives, Uganda and many other nations. These figures come from public sources with minor variations, so YSTC will confirm the latest before you apply.
How much does it cost to live in Cyberjaya as a student?
Living costs in Cyberjaya are moderate for the Klang Valley — covering accommodation, food and transport — though they depend on your lifestyle and housing choice. YSTC will give you a personalised monthly estimate alongside your tuition figures, free of charge.
How good are graduate job prospects from MMU?
MMU has strong ties to the technology sector and an industry-led curriculum. A Gartner and MSC Malaysia study identified it as among the top five universities preferred by major ICT players for graduate employment, especially in software engineering, IT and digital roles. YSTC can talk you through outcomes for your specific course.
Can international students work while studying at MMU?
International students in Malaysia may be permitted to work part-time during breaks and holidays under conditions set by Immigration, typically with university approval. Because these rules change, we'll explain the current, accurate position for your situation during your free consultation.
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