About University of Nottingham Malaysia

The University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) was established in September 2000 as a private university in Malaysia. Located in Semenyih, 30km south of Kuala Lumpur, it is the first British overseas campus in the world and is described by The Times Good University Guide 2015 as “the nearest Britain has to a truly global university, with campuses in China and Malaysia modelled on a headquarters that is among the most attractive in Britain”.

UNM is a leading university in social science, science and engineering research, offering programmes at the foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate levels. All of its programmes are identical to those offered at The University of Nottingham in the UK, following the same quality assurance processes. Upon the completion of your degree, you will be awarded a University of Nottingham degree certificate.

Graduates of UNM are highly sought after by employers. In fact, UNM graduates earn up to 50% more than the average graduate salary.

UNM's campus in Semenyih is a self-contained, vibrant village set on a 125-acre landscaped site that's modelled after Nottingham's University Park Campus. With a community of about 5,500 students from 85 different countries and campuses in Malaysia, China and the UK, UNM prides itself as a truly global institution.

University of Nottingham Malaysia's Ranking & Reputation

The University of Nottingham is ranked #108 in the world and 20th in the UK based on the QS World University Rankings 2025. Nottingham Malaysia is also rated 'Berdaya Saing (Competitive)' in the latest SETARA rating. 

Why Study at University of Nottingham Malaysia

Top 108 in the World
Ranked #108 in the world and 20th in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025). Gain a UK degree from a top Russel Group university right in Malaysia.

High Employability Rate
Graduates are sought-after by the world's top 100 global brands such as Ernst and Young, Intel, IBM, Maybank and many more

A Global University
Benefit from a global experience by going on exchange or transfer to the UK and China campus

Vibrant Campus
Enjoy a fantastic residential experience on its vibrant 125-acre campus

Campus Location

University of Nottingham Malaysia is located in Semenyih, Selangor and is only an hour away from the city of Kuala Lumpur. Built on over 101 acres of land, the campus overlooks hills and greenery lands, providing a tranquil environment for students.

Courses Offered

Nottingham offers a wide range of programmes at the foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate levels in fields ranging from social science, science and engineering fields. For a full list of programmes available at Nottingham, check out below.

Featured programmes at the University of Nottingham Malaysia

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Foundation in Science

Intake

Apr, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM29,700

A 2.5% discount is available for students who pay the full academic year fee before the tuition fee due date.

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Scholarships
• Duration

• Established programme with quality teaching to provide a seamless transition into your preferred degree programme (Pharmacy, Biosciences, Environmental Science, Computer Science and Psychology)
• Flexible intakes (April, June/July and September) with speciallized pathways selection (Biology, Computer Science and Psychology)
• Gain a UK degree from a top Russel Group university here in Malaysia
• Ranked #108 in the world and #20 in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025)

• Semenyih: RM29,700

SPM:

• 8(A+/A/A-): 25% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): 20% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-): 15% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 7(A*/A): 25% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A*/A): 20% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A*/A): 15% tuition fee waiver

• Duration: 1 year

Highlights

• Established programme with quality teaching to provide a seamless transition into your preferred degree programme (Pharmacy, Biosciences, Environmental Science, Computer Science and Psychology)
• Flexible intakes (April, June/July and September) with speciallized pathways selection (Biology, Computer Science and Psychology)
• Gain a UK degree from a top Russel Group university here in Malaysia
• Ranked #108 in the world and #20 in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025)

Campus

• Semenyih: RM29,700

Scholarships

SPM:

• 8(A+/A/A-): 25% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): 20% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-): 15% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 7(A*/A): 25% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A*/A): 20% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A*/A): 15% tuition fee waiver

Duration

• Duration: 1 year

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University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Bachelor of Education with Honours (TESOL)

Intake

Sep

Tuition Fees

RM118,800

A 2.5% discount is available for students who pay the full academic year fee before the tuition fee due date.

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Ranked #7 in the UK for Education in the Subject League Table 2025, The Complete University Guide
• Experience world-class UK education to teach English to primary and secondary school students
• Get equipped with theory and practical training for up to 1 year in an international school
• A holistic approach to teaching where aspiring teachers learn to nurture young students through classroom management strategies

• Semenyih: RM118,800

• Duration: 4 years

Highlights

• Ranked #7 in the UK for Education in the Subject League Table 2025, The Complete University Guide
• Experience world-class UK education to teach English to primary and secondary school students
• Get equipped with theory and practical training for up to 1 year in an international school
• A holistic approach to teaching where aspiring teachers learn to nurture young students through classroom management strategies

Campus

• Semenyih: RM118,800

Duration

• Duration: 4 years

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University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence BSc (Hons)

Intake

Sep

Tuition Fees

RM126,300

A 2.5% discount is available for students who pay the full academic year fee before the tuition fee due date.

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Leading research school with expertise in a variety of fields including artificial intelligence, machine learning, image processing, human-computer interaction and evolutionary computation
• Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS)
• Partnership with NVIDIA to deploy the DGX A100 system capable of a high performance computing (HPC) performance to advance AI research and teaching
• Ranked #108 in the world and #20 in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025)

• Semenyih: RM126,300

• Duration: 3 years

Highlights

• Leading research school with expertise in a variety of fields including artificial intelligence, machine learning, image processing, human-computer interaction and evolutionary computation
• Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS)
• Partnership with NVIDIA to deploy the DGX A100 system capable of a high performance computing (HPC) performance to advance AI research and teaching
• Ranked #108 in the world and #20 in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025)

Campus

• Semenyih: RM126,300

Duration

• Duration: 3 years

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University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Pharmacy BPharm (Hons)

Intake

Sep

Tuition Fees

RM212,000

A 2.5% discount is available for students who pay the full academic year fee before the tuition fee due date.

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Ranked #12 in the world for Pharmacy and Pharmacology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)
• Final year students will work in a simulated pharmacy and be presented with real-world problems
• Gain patient interaction experience through placements in community and hospital pharmacies
• The only UK university to offer the BPharm programme in Malaysia

• Semenyih: RM212,000

• Duration: 4 years

Highlights

• Ranked #12 in the world for Pharmacy and Pharmacology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)
• Final year students will work in a simulated pharmacy and be presented with real-world problems
• Gain patient interaction experience through placements in community and hospital pharmacies
• The only UK university to offer the BPharm programme in Malaysia

Campus

• Semenyih: RM212,000

Duration

• Duration: 4 years

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Scholarships

Nottingham Malaysia offers a wide range of scholarships you can apply for. Check out some of the scholarships available here.

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

High Achievers' Scholarship

Amount

Up to 25% tuition fee waiver for first year

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• Scholarship amount is tiered and based on academic results
• For Foundation, minimum of 6As in SPM or 5As in IGCSE (or equivalent)
• For Undergraduate, minimum of ABB in A Level or equivalent
• Grades obtained in religion, general studies, physical education and subjects which are not taken into consideration for a programme are generally excluded
• No interview/assessment required

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University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Dean's Excellence Scholarship

Amount

25% tuition fee waiver for 1 year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For top achieving students progressing from Foundation to Year 1, Year 1 to Year 2, Year 2 to Year 3, and Year 3 to Year 4
• Must be within the top 2% of the school population, at the point of progression in each academic year

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University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Sports Scholarship

Amount

50% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For national/state atheletes
• Past recipients include badminton, rugby, water polo and football players

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University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Arts Scholarship

Amount

50% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For individuals who have demonstrated skill and dedication in performing arts, and played or performed at state or national level
• Past recipients include singers, dancers, pianists and theatre performers

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University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Provost's Excellence Awards

Amount

100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For those who are academically gifted and in financial need
• Must be active in sports and extracurricular activities

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