Perdana University

Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

  • First university to offer graduate entry medical programme in Malaysia
  • Established under the support of the Public-Private Partnership unit of the Prime Minister’s department
  • Led by a world renowned chancellor (Tun Dr. Mahathir) and academic staff

About Perdana University

Perdana University was established in 2011 under the Public-Private Partnership unit of the Prime Minister’s department and is committed to providing premier programmes. 

Located in Serdang, Kuala Lumpur, the institution started with only 2 medicine programmes but has since expanded into various other science related fields. Perdana University offers a range of study levels, which includes pre-university, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with a focus in health science and data science programmes.

Perdana University is also one of two universities in Malaysia that has a partnership with the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). The programs offered to meet academic standards set by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency and those set by the relevant professional bodies. In fact, the institution prioritises quality education by regularly consulting experts in the field to provide feedback on the programs. 

PU Ranking & Reputation

Perdana University is rated 'Berdaya Saing (Competitive)' in the latest SETARA rating. 


Why Study at Perdana University

strong-partnership

Strong Partnership
Perdana is one of the two institutions in Malaysia that has a partner program with RCSI

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MQA Accredited 
The programs offered at Perdana University meet academic standards set by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and relevant professional bodies

first-in-malaysia

First in Malaysia
Perdana University is the first institution to offer graduate entry medical programme in Malaysia


Campus Location

Perdana University is located in Serdang within the Malaysian Agro Exposition Park (MAEPS). The area is filled with many outdoor recreational activities which students can indulge in while studying at Perdana.

Besides that, MAEPS is surrounded by many commercial developments that will give convenience to students who want to run their errands. Also, it is only 10 minutes away from IOI City Mall which is a newly developed shopping complex.


Courses Offered

Perdana University offers accredited health science and data science programmes that are recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). Check out the list of programmes offered here.

  • Foundation in Arts
  • Foundation in Science
  • Diploma in Computer Science
  • Bachelor of Business (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy (Conversion to a Degree for Diploma holders)
  • Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) in Data Science
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Counselling with Psychology
  • Doctor of Medicine (Graduate Entry Medical Degree)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Bioinformatics 
  • Master of Science (Public Health)
  • Master of Medical Equiptment Engineering
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Business Administration (Public Health Management)
  • Master of Business Administration (Healthcare and Hospital Management)
  • Master of Science (MSc) Translational Medicine
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Occupational Therapy
  • Master of Science (MSc) Bioinformatics (By Research)
  • Master of Education (Coursework)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
  • Doctor of Pholosophy - Health (By Research)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Management)
  • Doctor of Business Administration

Featured programmes at Perdana University

Perdana University

Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur

Foundation in Science

Intake

Apr, Jul, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM6,000

Perdana University

Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Occupational Therapy

Intake

May, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM80,000

Perdana University

Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Counselling with Psychology

Intake

Feb, Jul, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM46,800

Perdana University

Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur

Doctor of Medicine

Intake

Oct*, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM289,000


Scholarships

Here are some of Perdana University scholarships.

Perdana University

Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur

Foundation Bursary

Amount

50% foundation tuition fee rebate

Study Level

Foundation

Perdana University

Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur

30% Bursary

Amount

30% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree