UCSI University Malaysia: Ranking 2027, Campuses and Faculties

UCSI University was established in 1986 as a computer training facility In Petaling Jaya and then, moved to larger facilities in Kuala Lumpur to accommodate the increasing number of students, and more academic programs were made available.

UCSI is one of Malaysia’s highest-ranked private universities. It is placed 282nd in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (published in June 2026), keeping it in the world’s top 1% for a fifth year, and it is in the top 30 of the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, 8th in Southeast Asia. UCSI was also the first university to receive the QS Recognition for Improvement award. See how it compares with other universities in our Malaysia university rankings and the latest QS World University Rankings.

UCSI offers a broad range of academic courses, from Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Engineering, and Architecture to Music, Multimedia, Education, Liberal Arts, and Hospitality. It is also equipped with cutting-edge facilities to fulfill student needs.

About UCSI University Malaysia​

Name	UCSI University Malaysia
QS World University Rankings 2027	#282
QS Asia University Rankings 2026	Top 30 (8th in Southeast Asia)
Motto	With one united force
University	Private
Established	1986
Students	12,000+
Location	Kuala Lumpur (main campus), Kuching and Springhill
Website	www.ucsiuniversity.edu.my

UCSI Vision

To be an intellectually resilient praxis university known for its academic leadership and involvement with business and community.

UCSI Mission

A vibrant community of study and scholarship exists at UCSI University. At this time, the University is home to more than 12,000 students.

UCSI University’s campus is a cultural and racial melting pot thanks to the 110 countries that have sent students there throughout the years. With its extensive selection of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, UCSI University, one of Malaysia’s first private universities, continues to have a significant influence on the country’s higher education system.

Academic staff members at the university are leaders in their fields, and people from business and political science alike frequently seek out their opinions on important topics.

A large portion of their academic staff has substantial experience working abroad, and some of them serve in advisory capacities for government agencies and various committees.

UCSI History

The powers that be have taken notice of UCSI University’s successful history of partnering with businesses and the university has been given the task of reshaping Malaysia’s tourism and hospitality sector through education.

The University is also broadening its field of influence as it builds on its domestic reputation as a preferred and dependable educational institution.

The options for students and employees in the areas of research and development, mobility programs, and career chances, among others, are constantly being improved through partnerships with major international universities, research institutions, and corporations.

Although these advancements are positive, the university’s true story is that of its students. Many of their former students have gone on to succeed in life, whether it be in business, science, or the performing arts. The majority still keep in touch, and the university is happy to have helped develop the change-makers who will shape the world of today and tomorrow.

UCSI University makes it a priority to promote knowledge discovery and celebration ever since founded in 1986. The University is a true center of higher learning thanks to its dedication to, and success in, undergraduate teaching, as well as its advancements in research and knowledge discovery.

The University’s substantial financial aid program ensures that brilliant students from all socioeconomic backgrounds can afford a UCSI University education as part of its mission to open doors for students around the world. International students can apply for tuition fee waivers through UCSI University Trust; see our guide to UCSI scholarships for international students.

UCSI Campuses

UCSI has three campuses which are located in Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, and Springhill. All three campuses are equipped with modern teaching and student facilities; read more about UCSI facilities and campus services.

Kuala Lumpur Campus

UCSI University’s Campus is situated in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, on a vast 20-acre land with convenient access to various facilities such as banks, restaurants, transportation services, entertainment, and lodging. It is fully equipped with cutting-edge technology and wireless connectivity to provide an immersive e-learning experience.

The Campus comprises the Student Centre (Menara Gading), the Resource Centre, Academic Blocks, and Residential Halls, and can comfortably accommodate up to 15000 students. It boasts a range of sports facilities, including basketball, badminton, and squash courts, a gymnasium, a football field, and a swimming pool.

The Campus also features several other amenities, including a four-level library, an auditorium, a recital hall, a multi-purpose hall, computer laboratories, bookstores, and cafeterias. An Apple Experience Center is also available on Campus to cater to the technological needs of students.

Faculty-centric facilities include the Anatomy & Pathology Museum, Clinical Skills Laboratories, Petrochemical Laboratory, Physiology & Pharmacology Laboratory, Molecular Biology Laboratory, Microbiology Laboratory, fashion design workshops, Psychology Laboratory, and drafting and design studios.

UCSI University regularly collaborates with industry partners to establish specialized labs that keep students up to date on the latest industrial practices.

Currently, the University has laboratories built in collaboration with National Instruments and RICOH in the Schools of Engineering and Information Technology, respectively.

The campus also has on-campus residential halls for students who want to live close to their classes.

Kuching Campus

UCSI University’s Kuching campus, situated on the Isthmus of Kuching, Sarawak, offers a vibrant and engaging learning environment for students pursuing foundation studies, business, accounting and finance, as well as hospitality and tourism management.

The Kuching campus leverages the region’s exceptional biodiversity, socioeconomic, and geographical characteristics to offer niche programs that enable students to investigate and comprehend its unique features.

The campus houses three distinct faculties: the Center for Pre-University Studies, the Faculty of Business and Management, and the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management.

Currently housed in the UCSI Hotel, the Kuching campus is expanding to 25.5 acres of land, offering an array of state-of-the-art facilities and program offerings while remaining close to the renowned Borneo Convention Center at the Isthmus.

UCSI International School

The UCSI Group also runs UCSI International School, with campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Subang Jaya and Springhill. Families who want a continuous pathway can follow the UCSI International School grades and curriculum, from Cambridge and IB school programmes to UCSI College pre-university courses and a degree at UCSI University.

UCSI University Rankings 2026-2027

UCSI has stayed in the global top 300 for five consecutive years. In the latest editions it ranks second among Malaysia’s home-grown private universities in the QS World University Rankings, behind Taylor’s University (272nd).

For a side-by-side comparison with other private institutions, see our list of the top 10 private universities in Malaysia.

UCSI Faculties

Graduate Business School

UCSI Graduate Business School (UCSI GBS) is one of Asia’s leading business schools. This is a school that fosters new perspectives and knowledge through the use of cutting-edge technology in the classroom, effective research, and extensive collaboration with industry.

The school is dedicated to providing students with the skills and information they need to prosper in the global marketplace, as well as connecting them with best business practices.

In response to global business and market demands, we offer a diverse selection of Master’s and Doctorate programs. Their academic staff consists of international professionals in various specialties who have worked on contract research and consultation projects all over the world.

In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, UCSI is in the world’s top 200 for Business and Management Studies, and Marketing entered the 51-100 band for the first time. Check the UCSI intake dates for 2026, and see UCSI postgraduate fees for master’s and doctorate costs.

Faculty of Applied Sciences

Since its inception in 1999, UCSI University’s Faculty of Applied Sciences has established itself as one of Malaysia’s premier centers of scientific research.

The Faculty is distinguished by the high quality of its academic teaching and research in biotechnology, food science, nutrition, and aquatic science. The Faculty is home to bright and ambitious students pursuing a career in food technology, food science, applied science, and other science disciplines. Their students go above and beyond in every endeavor, and the Faculty provides them with several opportunities to flourish.

The Faculty has a plethora of intervarsity prizes, and many of their undergraduate students outperform their postgraduate counterparts by publishing their research findings in peer-reviewed journals. The Faculty’s identity and character are inextricably linked to its success.

Faculty of Business and Management

The Faculty of Business and Management (FBM) is one of the largest faculties at UCSI University.

At FBM, we strive to encourage an interdisciplinary approach, which has greatly contributed to their students’ various accomplishments.

Their programs are diverse to foster an authentic learning environment as part of the Faculty’s goal of influencing good change through transformative education.

Their business administration, management, and accounting courses are all combined with innovative teaching and learning approaches, strategic partnerships, and research.

Faculty of Engineering, Technology & Built Environment

The Faculty of Engineering Technology and Built Environment (FETBE) was established in 2007 through a synergistic merger of the Schools of Engineering, founded in 1992, and Architecture and Built Environment, established in 2005.

Faculty of Hospitality & Tourism Management

The Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management (FHTM) of UCSI University is one of the most forward-thinking schools of thought in Asia-Pacific, distinguished by excellence, variety, relevance, and industry reach.

They are dedicated to achieving the pinnacle of expertise and skilled human capacity development for one of the fastest-growing industries in the world.

This is accomplished through their work-based learning curriculum, which seamlessly integrates adventure and enjoyment within specialized areas such as hospitality, tourism, leisure, travel, culinary arts, recreation, and events. Hospitality and Leisure Management is ranked 47th in the world in the QS subject rankings 2026; read more about the UCSI hospitality and tourism management degree.

Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences seeks to promote healthcare through medical courses. Their aim as a medical school is to train tomorrow’s doctors and healthcare practitioners to treat, care for, and improve the lives of people in local, national, and worldwide communities. To that end, we strive to provide the greatest people with the best ideas, skill sets, and ethics in order for them to make a significant difference in all they do.

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Since 2000, the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences has provided a pharmacy course, a pharmacy degree, and other pharmaceutical science-related services.

The Faculty offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programs, with a focus on community service. It works with hospitals, community pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies, and other manufacturing enterprises.

Faculty of Social Sciences & Liberal Arts

The Faculty of Social Sciences and Liberal Arts provides certificate, foundation, and degree programs in Mass Communication, Social Science, Psychology, English Language & Communication, and Education.

The Faculty emphasizes industry-relevant programs in mass communication, journalism, and broadcasting. It offers up-to-date psychology courses, including master’s and bachelor’s degrees in psychology.

The appropriate sections contain detailed information on the programs and facilities that support teaching, learning, research, scholarly, and creative activities.

The Institute of Creative Arts and Design

The Institute of Creative Arts and Design at UCSI University, also referred to as ICAD or the Institute of Creative Arts and Design, is a superb location to study visual arts, art history, and art education.

Institute of Actuarial Science and Data Analytics

The Institute of Actuarial Science and Data Analytics (IASDA) at UCSI pushes its students to compare themselves to the best in the world from an early age.

As a result, they compete with and sometimes even outperform other students and working adults in tests, competitions, and the workplace itself. Employers frequently provide the Institute with favorable feedback regarding the aptitude, professionalism, and creativity of their alumni.

Institute of Computer Science and Digital Innovation

The Institute of Computer Science and Creativity (ICSDI) founded with the goals of promoting innovation through technology and ensuring that it readies its graduates for a variety of issues offered, not just now but also tomorrow.

As a result, the Institute’s programs lean towards specialization to address the needs of contemporary specialist industries.

Institute of Music

Malaysia’s top institution for classical and contemporary music education is the Institute of Music at UCSI University. For more than 31 years, the Institute has given students the tools they need to pursue professions in music, and it is the hub of the Malaysian music scene.

Pre-University Studies

Pre-U Studies at UCSI give students a head start on succeeding abroad. In their advanced studies, they specialize in their chosen subjects and become deeply involved in the disciplines.

The Program instills confidence, trust, and respect wherever people use it, from prestigious institution halls to multinational corporation boardrooms.

Center for Languages

UCSI University established the Centre for Languages to meet its demands for language instruction. The facility mainly offers English Language Courses for students heading to universities.

It also offers intensive English programs for foreign learners and visiting students. The center assists in-service teachers and business professionals in improving their English-speaking and writing skills. Students from around the world come to them.

Additional language courses, including Mandarin, Malay, Japanese, and Korean, will be developed to meet students’ needs in the near future.

UCSI Top Programs (QS Subject Rankings 2026)

UCSI’s ranked subjects grew from 9 to 15 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, and four of them are in the world top 50.

Tuition varies a lot between these fields, from business and IT to medicine and pharmacy; compare programmes in our guide to UCSI undergraduate fees for 2026-2027.

Partner Universities and Global Engagement Office

Your launching pad for studying abroad is the Global Engagement Office (GEO) of UCSI University. GEO serves as a one-stop center that helps you with counseling, visa assistance, and credit transfers.

It offers more than 100 pathways to respected colleges in the UK, the US, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Ireland, and other countries.

They took your budget into consideration when designing GEO’s arrangements. You might save up to 50% on tuition if you start at UCSI before moving abroad. Additionally, GEO manages a variety of mobility programs.

So, you can rely on if you’re longing for a short trip abroad.

These are programs that allow international students to attend UCSI for one or two semesters to study.

After finishing, they can transfer their credits. Additionally, UCSI collaborates with renowned universities in numerous nations as part of the Student Exchange Program.

Students can explore different study options through other programs including the Study Abroad Program and the Summer Program. Join forces with us to open up a world of opportunities.

International Degree Program (IDP)

Students can transfer their UCSI University courses to foreign universities through the International Degree Program (IDP). This program allows students to earn a degree from UCSI’s partner colleges and transfer credits.

IDP gives eager students from all areas of life the chance to earn a foreign degree. Students will save money by transferring from UCSI to any desired partner university rather than beginning their first year abroad.

Partner Universities: 

Transnational Education Partners (TNE)

UCSI University aims for internationalization. They use cooperative agreements to offer programs outside their campus, making UCSI degrees more accessible.

Their academic expertise helps international partners deliver collaborative programs, adhering to quality assurance and global best practices. These partnerships include licensing agreements, “flying faculty,” dual degrees, articulation, award validation, or open distance learning (ODL).

Student Exchange Program

UCSI’s Student Exchange Program offers cross-cultural learning, academic study, and research positions with partner universities worldwide. An approach like this will improve the students’ worldwide experiences and help them grow as cross-culturally competent individuals.

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Sources: UCSI University, rankings and awards; QS World University Rankings 2027 and QS Subject Rankings 2026 announcements.