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Private comprehensive universityEstablished 1977QS World University Rankings World #731–740

SEGi University

Kota Damansara / Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Established
1977
Students
12k
International
~40%
Top ranking
QS World University Rankings World #731–740
Established
1977
Students
12k students
International
~40%
Campus city
Kota Damansara / Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Type
Private comprehensive university

Founded as Systematic College in 1977; later attained university status. Operates as the SEGi Education Group with the flagship Kota Damansara university campus plus SEGi College campuses in Subang Jaya, Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Sarawak.

About this university

About SEGi University

SEGi University is a private comprehensive university based in Kota Damansara, Petaling Jaya, Selangor — right in Malaysia's Klang Valley and conveniently next to the Kota Damansara MRT station. It traces its roots to 1977, when it was founded as Systematic College, and today the SEGi Education Group runs the flagship Kota Damansara campus plus college campuses in Subang Jaya, Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Sarawak. The flagship 10-acre campus features modern facilities — a library, laboratories, a swimming pool and scenic grounds — with the SEGi Tower extension a short walk away, so you'll study somewhere both well connected and welcoming.

What sets SEGi apart is its industry focus and its quality recognition. It holds a prestigious QS 5-Star Plus rating — one of only around 24 universities worldwide with that status — and debuted in the QS World University Rankings 2026 in the #731–740 band, placing it within the top ~1.5% of universities globally. SEGi pioneered an approach of bringing industry into the classroom, where assignments can be co-created and co-examined by industry professionals, and it's recognised for graduate employability. You can study across business, engineering, healthcare, dentistry, medicine, psychology, computing, communication, education, hospitality and creative arts — many with twinning or dual-degree routes through UK universities (Greenwich, London, York St John, Cardiff, Sunderland), Australia's Southern Queensland or the USA's Troy University, all taught in English.

For international students, SEGi is one of the more diverse places to study in Malaysia, drawing students from many countries, with modern facilities, a notable MBBS program, and pioneering digital and blended learning through SEGiUniDigital. Combined with affordable fees (roughly RM 15,000–50,000/year depending on the program) and strong industry links, it's a solid option if you want global recognition and a friendly, connected community. Whatever you'd like to study, YS Training & Consultancy can help you choose the right SEGi 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

QS 5-Star Plus rated

Holds a QS 5-Star Plus rating — one of only around 24 universities worldwide with this status — and debuted in the QS World University Rankings 2026 in the #731–740 band, within the top ~1.5% of universities globally.

Industry-integrated learning

An approach that brings industry into the classroom, with assignments co-created and co-examined by professionals and collaborations with major companies — strengthening graduate employability.

Recognised for employability

SEGi is recognised for graduate employability (a QS Stars employability category and AppliedHE ASEAN ranking). Any specific 'Talentbank champion' titles should be confirmed with YSTC.

A diverse international campus

One of Malaysia's more internationally diverse universities, drawing students from many countries (confirm the exact diversity figures with YSTC).

Global degree pathways

Twinning and dual-degree routes with UK universities (Greenwich, London, York St John, Cardiff, Sunderland), Australia's Southern Queensland and the USA's Troy University.

Flagship campus next to the MRT

A 10-acre Kota Damansara campus right beside the MRT station, with a library, labs, swimming pool and the SEGi Tower extension a short walk away (adding capacity for ~6,000 more students).

Notable MBBS program

SEGi runs a Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBS), reflected as a QS Stars specialist criterion — a draw for students seeking medicine in Malaysia.

Rankings

QS2026
#731–740

Global (debut; top ~1.5% worldwide)

QS2024
#451–460

Asia

QS2026
5 Stars Plus

Institutional rating — 1 of ~24 universities worldwide with this status

AppliedHE2024
~#20

Private University Ranking: ASEAN

SETARA (MOHE Malaysia)2024
Competitive (Berdaya Saing)

National rating

Programs offered

SEGi offers programs from foundation through to PhD across business, engineering, healthcare, dentistry, medicine, psychology, computing, communication, education, hospitality and creative arts — many with UK, Australian or US partner routes (e.g. Greenwich, Sunderland, Troy University). YSTC will confirm the exact program structure and partner award for your chosen course.

Explore courses

Tuition & fees

Foundation

≈ RM 15,000 – 25,000 / year (indicative)

Confirm current official fee with YSTC.

Diploma

≈ RM 15,000 – 30,000 / year (indicative)

Confirm current official fee with YSTC.

Bachelor's

≈ RM 15,000 – 50,000 / year (indicative; varies widely by program)

Medicine (MBBS) and health programs sit at the higher end. Confirm current official fee with YSTC.

Postgraduate (Master's / PhD)

Fee on request — ask us

Varies by program. Indicative only.

Fees are indicative figures from public sources (overall range roughly RM 15,000–50,000/year) and can change each intake and by program. International students at Malaysian private universities are also subject to the 6% service tax (from July 2025), plus EMGS Student Pass fees. We confirm the exact current official fee for your chosen course before you commit — for free.

Living costs: Kota Damansara sits in the Klang Valley with the Kota Damansara MRT station right next to campus, plus malls (The Curve, IPC, One Utama), food and housing options nearby; living costs are moderate (public estimates around RM 1,500/month). YSTC will give you a personalised monthly estimate for your shortlist.

Campus & student life

Campus setting

The flagship campus in Kota Damansara sits on 10 acres next to the Kota Damansara MRT station, minutes from malls like The Curve, IPC and One Utama. It has modern facilities including a library, laboratories, a swimming pool and scenic grounds, with the SEGi Tower extension a short walk away housing around 6,000 additional students across Business, Technology, Communication and Hospitality faculties.

Accommodation

Student housing options are available in and around Kota Damansara within easy reach of campus and the MRT. YSTC will walk you through the current residence choices, room types and costs for your intake.

Student life

A notably diverse and international campus community, with an industry-connected, applied learning culture. Ask YSTC for the latest on clubs and student life that match your interests.

Safety & support

The Kota Damansara campus is well connected, with the MRT station right next door and malls and amenities close by. YSTC can share current student-support and safety details before you arrive.

Facilities

  • Academic library & learning resources
  • Laboratories (incl. medical/health sciences)
  • Swimming pool & recreational areas
  • Disabled Support Services (DSS)
  • SEGiUniDigital blended-learning platform

Careers & outcomes

Graduate employability

SEGi is recognised for graduate employability (QS Stars employability category; AppliedHE ASEAN ranking) and builds industry into its courses; it reports outcomes qualitatively rather than as published employment-rate figures.

  • Industry-integrated learning with assignments co-created and co-examined by professionals
  • Industry partnerships and collaborations supporting internships and applied projects
  • Career services including internship placement, counselling and job-placement assistance
  • Recognised for employable graduates across business, engineering, healthcare, computing and communication

Specific employability titles, employer partners and internship details vary by program — YSTC will confirm what applies to your chosen course.

Accreditation & recognition

  • Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) — programs accredited
  • Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE)
  • QS 5-Star Plus institutional rating (one of ~24 worldwide)
  • SETARA: Competitive (Berdaya Saing)
  • AppliedHE: ~#20 private university in ASEAN (2024)
  • Professional recognitions incl. ACCA for accounting programs
  • International partner/dual-award routes: UK (Greenwich, London, York St John, Cardiff, Sunderland), Australia (Southern Queensland), USA (Troy University)
  • Programmes taught in English

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 (Medicine/Dentistry have higher requirements)
  • Meet the English language requirement (see below)

Intakes

  • Multiple intakes per year (commonly January, May and September; Medicine commonly May and September) — confirm exact dates per program with YSTC

English requirement

Typically around IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL or an accepted equivalent, with an English pathway available if you don't yet meet the requirement — exact band varies by program. YSTC will confirm what your course needs.

International students are issued a Malaysian Student Pass via EMGS. SEGi's international office handles the Student Pass application after you accept your offer; YSTC manages this 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

No. 9, Jalan Teknologi, Taman Sains Selangor, Kota Damansara, PJU 5, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

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 SEGi University located?

SEGi University's flagship campus is in Kota Damansara, Petaling Jaya, Selangor — in Malaysia's Klang Valley, right next to the Kota Damansara MRT station and minutes from malls like The Curve and One Utama. The wider SEGi group also runs college campuses in Subang Jaya, Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Sarawak.

How much does it cost to study at SEGi University?

As a guide, fees run roughly RM 15,000–50,000 per year depending on the program, with Medicine and health sciences at the higher end, plus the 6% service tax for international students. These are indicative figures that change each intake, so your free YSTC consultation confirms the exact current official fee for your shortlist.

Is a SEGi University degree recognised internationally?

Yes. SEGi is MQA accredited and recognised by Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education (with a SETARA Competitive rating), holds a QS 5-Star Plus rating, and debuted in the QS World University Rankings 2026. It also offers validated and dual-degree routes with UK, Australian and US partner universities. YSTC will confirm recognition for your specific country and goals.

What is SEGi University known for?

SEGi is best known for its QS 5-Star Plus rating, its industry-integrated approach of bringing industry into the classroom, a notable MBBS program, and being one of Malaysia's more internationally diverse universities. It's also a pioneer of digital and blended learning.

When can I start, and what are the intakes?

SEGi typically has several intakes a year (commonly January, May and September; Medicine commonly May and September). The exact dates depend on your program, so YSTC will confirm the next available intake and the application deadlines for you.

How do I apply, and can YSTC help?

Yes — and getting started is completely free. We'll help you choose the right course, prepare and submit your application and documents, confirm the current fees, and manage your Malaysian Student Pass (visa) via EMGS from start to finish.

Are there scholarships for international students at SEGi University?

SEGi offers scholarships and tuition awards (publicly cited up to 50% for high achievers, subject to assessment), and availability changes each intake. The best move is a free YSTC consultation, where we'll check which scholarships you may qualify for and help you apply at no cost.

What are the English language requirements for SEGi University?

Most programs ask for around IELTS 6.0, TOEFL, or an accepted equivalent, though the exact band varies by course. If you don't yet meet the requirement, an English pathway is available so you can still progress. YSTC will confirm exactly what your chosen course needs.

Are courses at SEGi University taught in English?

Yes — SEGi's programs are taught in English, including its partner and dual-degree routes with UK, Australian and US universities, so international students can study without learning Malay first and earn a globally portable qualification.

What accommodation options are there at SEGi University?

There are student housing options in and around Kota Damansara within easy reach of the campus, which sits right beside the MRT station. Costs depend on the room type — YSTC will walk you through the current options and a realistic monthly budget for your intake.

How much does it cost to live in Kota Damansara as a student?

Living costs in the Klang Valley are moderate and generally far lower than in the UK, US or Australia — public estimates put it around RM 1,500/month covering accommodation, food and transport. Your exact budget depends on your lifestyle, so YSTC will give you a personalised monthly estimate alongside your tuition figures, free of charge.

Can international students work while studying at SEGi University?

International students in Malaysia may be allowed to work part-time during semester breaks and holidays under specific conditions set by Immigration, usually with university approval. The rules can change, so we'll explain the current, accurate position for your situation during your free consultation rather than rely on outdated info.

What are graduate outcomes like at SEGi University?

SEGi is recognised for graduate employability and builds industry into its courses, with career services covering internships, counselling and job placement. It reports outcomes qualitatively rather than as published employment-rate figures, so YSTC will help you understand the realistic outcomes for your specific course.

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