Public UniversityPenang, Penang

Universiti Sains Malaysia

A public research university in Penang with science, health and humanities faculties.

About the University

Universiti Sains Malaysia is based in Penang and offers programs in pure and applied sciences, medicine and health sciences, engineering, social sciences and the arts.

Location

Penang, Penang. Campus location affects transport, accommodation options and living costs — compare cities before you commit.

Study Levels

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • PhD

Programs

Medicine & Healthcare

International Medical Programme (IMP) USM-KLE

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Medicine & Healthcare

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Social Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science with Honours

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Medicine & Healthcare

Bachelor in Biomedical Science with Honours

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Medicine & Healthcare

Bachelor in Medical Radiation with Honours

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Medicine & Healthcare

Bachelor in Nutrition with Honours

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Medicine & Healthcare

Bachelor of Health Science in Exercise and Sport Science with Honours

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Medicine & Healthcare

Bachelor in Environmental and Occupational Health with Honours

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Architecture

Bachelor of Interior Architecture with Honours

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Social Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying with Honours

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
Architecture

Bachelor of Science in Architecture with Honours

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang
Bachelor's
February, September
View all 18 programs

Faculties / Fields

  • Medicine & Healthcare
  • Pharmacy
  • Engineering
  • Social Sciences

International Student Information

  • • Dedicated international student admissions office
  • • Guidance on student pass documentation through the institution
  • • Orientation and settling-in support for new international students

Entry Requirements

  • • Recognised secondary or prior academic qualification relevant to the level applied for
  • • Academic transcripts and certificates (translated into English where required)
  • • Valid passport with sufficient remaining validity
  • • English-language evidence where required by the institution or program

Requirements vary by program and are confirmed by the institution during the application process.

Intake

February · September

Tuition Information

Tuition varies by program — confirm current fees with the university.

Scholarships

Check the university's official scholarship pages for current opportunities.

Student Life

An island campus community in Penang with an active cultural and academic calendar.

Accommodation

On-campus desasiswa residences and private options around Gelugor and Bayan Lepas.

Application Process

  1. 1. Shortlist your program and confirm entry requirements.
  2. 2. Prepare academic documents, passport and English-language evidence where required.
  3. 3. Submit your application to the institution.
  4. 4. Receive and accept your offer.
  5. 5. Complete the student-pass process through the institution.
  6. 6. Arrange travel, accommodation and arrival.

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