Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

UTAR has two main campuses in Malaysia. The Kampar campus is in Perak, about 190 km north of Kuala Lumpur, offering a relaxed university-town setting; the Sungai Long campus is in Kajang, Selangor, in the Klang Valley near Kuala Lumpur. YSTC can help you choose the campus that best suits your course and lifestyle.

Fees depend on the program, level and campus, and they change each intake — so rather than quote a number that may be out of date, we confirm the exact current official fee for your chosen course directly with the university. Your free consultation with YSTC includes a clear, up-to-date cost estimate for the courses on your shortlist.

Yes. UTAR is approved by Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education and was awarded Self-Accreditation Status by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) in 2017, with most programmes holding MQA accreditation and registered on the Malaysian Qualifications Register. It is also ranked in Asia and worldwide by QS and THE, and holds professional accreditations such as the Malaysia Institute of Accountants for Accounting. YSTC will confirm recognition for your specific country and goals.

UTAR is well known for its strong graduate employability — UTAR reports that 97% of its graduates are employed within 6 months of graduation (2024 figure), and it was ranked Top 2 in Malaysia in the 2025 Talentbank Employers' Choice of University ranking. It is particularly strong in engineering, accounting, actuarial science and finance, and offers industry-relevant programs from foundation through to PhD.

UTAR has three academic intakes a year, in January, May and October. Exact dates depend on your program and campus — YSTC will confirm the next available intake and the application deadlines for you.

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

Scholarships and tuition awards do change each intake and depend on your program and results, so the best move is a free YSTC consultation, where we'll check which current options you may qualify for and help you apply at no cost.

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

Yes — UTAR's programmes are taught in English, so international students can study without learning Malay first. This also means your qualification is globally portable.

Both the Kampar and Sungai Long campuses have student housing options on and around campus. Costs depend on the campus, room type and how you like to live — YSTC will walk you through the current options and a realistic monthly budget for your intake.

Living costs differ between the two campuses — Kampar is a relaxed, affordable university town in Perak, while Sungai Long sits in the Klang Valley near Kuala Lumpur. Your exact budget depends on your campus, lifestyle and housing choice, so YSTC will give you a personalised monthly estimate alongside your tuition figures, free of charge.

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.

They are a real strength. UTAR reports that 97% of its graduates are employed within 6 months of graduation (2024 figure), and the university was ranked Top 2 in Malaysia in the 2025 Talentbank Employers' Choice of University ranking, compiled from feedback by 733 employers, recognising its graduates especially in accounting, actuarial science, finance and engineering. YSTC can connect your questions to the outcomes for your chosen course.