Liverpool enjoys many long-standing links with Malaysia and offers a warm welcome to Malaysian students. We have more than 2,500 alumni based in Malaysia, with over 390 living in Kuala Lumpur. Our University of Liverpool Malaysian Alumni Association (ULMAA) has been helping Malaysian alumni network since 2010.
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You can find details of qualifications from your country below.
Some of these qualifications may be accepted as equivalent to our typical academic requirements. For others, we may require you to complete a Foundation Certificate or Pre-Master's course first.
You'll also need to check our course pages to view the specific entry requirements, including any additional criteria, for your intended course.
If you're wondering what's the difference between an undergraduate degree and a master's, we can help. We've pulled together a guide to the variety of awards and research opportunities we offer, so you can find the type of degree that's right for you.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| STPM | These are considered the same as UK A levels. Grades in three of the five subjects must meet our A level grade requirements. Please check the specific course page for the standard offer. |
| UEC | A minimum of five subjects, excluding Chinese, Bahasa Malay and Book Keeping and Commerce and with subject specific requirements, where appropriate. For example:
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| Malaysian Polytechnic Certificates (two years post SPM) Diplomas (three years post SPM) |
GPA of 3.2 minimum. Diploma holders with a minimum GPA of 3.0 may be considered for second year entry. |
| South Australian Matriculation | Aggregate score of 350 to 400. |
| Victoria Certificate of Education | Grade B average. |
| Canadian High School Diploma | 70 to 80 per cent overall. |
| Pre-university and ITM Diploma | Holders with good grades can be considered for entry into year two. |
The Liverpool School of Law has transfer partnerships with Brickfields Asia College, HELP University, INTI International University and Taylor's University which allow successful applicants to transfer their studies to our LLB Law programme.
Students who successfully complete the Foundation in Arts, Diploma in Business Studies or Bachelor of Business (Hons) at HELP University College may be admitted into Year 1 or 2 of the BA or BSc programmes in the University of Liverpool Management School.
If you have good high school grades but don't meet our entry requirements, don't worry. You could apply for a place on a Foundation Certificate. These courses are delivered on campus at the University of Liverpool International College.
Successful completion of a Foundation Certificate, at the required level and with good attendance, will guarantee your place on your chosen University of Liverpool undergraduate degree.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic | Bachelor's degree (Honours) with minimum second class, GPA around 2.5/4.0 or 6.0/10 or 60 per cent. |
If you hold a bachelors' degree or equivalent but don't meet our entry requirements, don't worry. You could apply for a place on a Pre-Master's course.
These courses are delivered on campus at the University of Liverpool International College. Successful completion of a Pre-Master's, at the required level and with good attendance, will guarantee your place on your chosen University of Liverpool master's degree.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic | Bachelor's degree (Honours) with very good grades. |
To study at the University of Liverpool, you'll need to show you meet our English language requirements.
We accept a variety of international English language tests and country-specific qualifications you can use to demonstrate your English language ability. We also offer Pre-Sessional English courses if you need to improve your English language skills.
| Level | Qualification | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Malaysian SPM 1119 | Grade C or above. |
| Master's | Malaysian SPM 1119 | Grade C or above. |
| Level | Qualification | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Malaysian SPM English | CEFR B2 with at least B2 in each element. Some courses also accept CEFR C1 with at least B2 in each element. |
Our tuition fees vary depending on your course and your confirmed fee status as either an international or UK (‘home') student. You'll find our tuition fees listed on each course page.
You'll also need to budget for covering your living costs while studying with us. This includes your accommodation and travel expenses, such as flights to the UK.
One way we can help you pay for your studies is with our Advancement Scholarships.
You could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £5,000 for eligible master's students, up to £5,000 for eligible undergraduate students, or up to £2,500 for University of Liverpool graduates.
We also offer a variety of other scholarships and bursaries for eligible international students to help make studying at university more affordable.
If you've decided to apply to the University of Liverpool, that's great news!
Your options for how you apply depend on your intended level of study and whether you want to apply yourself or through an agent.
You can:
You'll need to apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) if you're looking to join an undergraduate degree.
You may wish to use an approved educational advisor, known as an agent, when you apply to study with us.
Agents can help you find the right course and assist with your application. They can also provide advice on things like visas, accommodation, scholarships and travel.
Our approved agents in your country include:
You can apply online, using our Apply Yourself portal, if you're looking to join a master's course or postgraduate research degree.
Join our online events to speak with staff and current students and find out more about our courses, how to apply and your funding options.
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Tracey is our Regional Development Manager for the Association of Southeast Asian Nationa (ASEAN). Tracey is responsible for recruitment in Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines.
If you're from Malaysia and have any queries about studying with us, please don't hesitate to contact Tracey by emailing asean@liverpool.ac.uk.
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