University of Southampton Malaysia

PROFILE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON MALAYSIA

locationMalaysia

Ranked #87

QS World University Rankings 2026

Ranked #129

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026

University of Southampton Malaysia is the Malaysia branch campus of the University of Southampton, located in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, and operating as a transnational education campus delivering UK degree programmes. It offers Foundation Year pathways, undergraduate programmes mainly in engineering, business, economics, and computer science, and selected postgraduate taught programmes, designed for international students seeking a British university education in Malaysia. The campus provides access to the same academic standards, curriculum structure, and degree awards as the UK campus, with the benefit of studying in Malaysia with Malaysia-based tuition fees and living costs, and defined progression routes to the United Kingdom for eligible programmes.

ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Part of the University of Southampton ranked #87 in QS World University Rankings 2026.

  • Part of the University of Southampton ranked #129 in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026.

  • First graduating cohort reported in 2016 with multiple First Class and Upper Second Class honours.

  • Operates as an officially recognised UK transnational education campus in Malaysia.

FACILITIES

  • Teaching and lecture rooms.

  • Computer laboratories.

  • Engineering teaching laboratories.

  • Bloomberg Financial Trading Lab.

  • Student study areas.

  • Academic and administrative offices.

  • Access to EduCity sports facilities nearby.

LOCATION

University of Southampton Malaysia Campus

Eco Galleria, Blok C, Jalan Eko Botani 3, Taman Eko Botani, 79100 Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia

INTAKE & PROGRAMMED OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 5.5

UNDERGRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.5

POST GRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.5

Programmes

Business Programme: (3 years programme)

  • Accounting & Finance
  • Business Management
  • Business Analytics
  • Economics & Actuarial Science
  • Finance & Financial Technology

Computer Science Programme: (3 years programme)

Engineering Programme: (4 years programme, integrated master’s degree, 2+2 UK campus, *Mechanical Engineering offers 4+0 programme)

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Aeronautics & Astronautics Engineering
  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

NA

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDER GRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

MYR 31,440 to MYR 36,200

MYR 44,660 to MYR 50,340

MYR 53,895 to MYR 59,950

Living Cost

Approximately MYR 2,000 to MYR 3,000 per month including accommodation, food, transportation, and basic personal expenses. The actual cost depends on lifestyle choices and whether the student stays in shared or private off campus accommodation near Iskandar Puteri.

ACCOMODATION

off-campus
EcoNest

EcoNest is a student oriented residence located within walking distance of the campus area in Iskandar Puteri. It is commonly used by international students due to proximity and shuttle access.

  • Benefit: Close to campus and student community

  • Room type: Single room with attached or shared bathroom

  • Facilities: Basic furnishings, security, shuttle service

  • Price range: Approximately RM1,200 to RM1,600 per month

off-campus
Hako Village

Hako Village is a student housing area located a short drive from the campus and listed as an option for Southampton Malaysia students.

  • Benefit: More affordable options

  • Room type: Single room

  • Facilities: Shared kitchen, security, shuttle access

  • Price range: Approximately RM750 to RM1,350 per month

off-campus
Macrolink Serviced Residence

Macrolink Serviced Residence offers apartment style accommodation suitable for students seeking more privacy.

  • Benefit: Serviced residence environment

  • Room type: Studio or shared unit

  • Facilities: Security, parking, shuttle access

  • Price range: Approximately RM1,000 per month (varies by unit type)

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