University of Southampton Malaysia
Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia
Quick Facts
- Branch campus of the highly-ranked University of Southampton in the UK
- Ranked #80 in the QS World University Rankings 2025, making UoSM the top UK university in Malaysia
- Study in Malaysia and in the UK with UoSM's inter-campus transfer option
About University of Southampton Malaysia
The University of Southampton Malaysia (UoSM) is a private university in Malaysia and a branch campus of the University of Southampton, UK, a research-led university and a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group in the UK. UoSM was first established in October 2012 as part of the EduCity development and relocated to a brand new 150,000-square-foot campus at Eco Galleria, Iskandar Puteri, Johor in October 2021.
UoSM offers a range of programmes at the foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It is well-known for its engineering programmes where it offers MEng in Aeronautics and Astronautics, MEng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and MEng in Mechanical Engineering. These engineering programmes offer you a chance to gain a unique 'Southampton' education where you will study for 2 years in Malaysia and then complete your final 2 years in the UK. UoSM also offers degrees in accounting, economics, finance, marketing and computer science. All of these programmes have a transfer option to the UK campus after the first or second year of study.
The curriculum at UoSM is exactly the same as the UK campus, allowing you to gain quality UK education at an affordable price. In addition, many of UoSM's programmes enable you to gain professional accreditation in both the UK and Malaysia.
University of Southampton Malaysia Ranking & Reputation
The University of Southampton is consistently ranked as one of the world's top 100 universities. The QS World University Rankings 2025 places it at 80th among global universities, making UoSM the top UK university in Malaysia. It is also ranked 97th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024.
Additionally, the university is highly rated for many of its programmes. According to The Guardian University Guide 2024, it is ranked 3rd in the UK for Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 12th in the UK for Mechanical Engineering and 28th in the UK for Marketing.
Why Study at University of Southampton Malaysia
Top UK University in Malaysia
Ranked 80th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025), making UoSM the top UK university in Malaysia
Affordable UK Education
Gain a UK qualification right here in Malaysia, saving up to 70% of tuition fees when compared to the UK campus
Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds
Start your degree in Malaysia and complete it in the UK, with an opportunity to work in the UK too
Rewarding Scholarships and Education Grants
Up to 100% scholarships and various education grants are available
Campus Location
UoSM is located in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, which is 15 minutes from the Second Link Bridge into Singapore and 20 minutes from Johor Bahru city centre.
Its new multi-storey building at Eco Galleria is 150,000 sqft in size and equipped with first-class teaching and research facilities including a new library with an attached computer suite, four Electrical and Electronics Labs, an Aerospace Lab (equipped with a wind tunnel), a Design Studio, Experimental Labs and a 12-terminal Bloomberg Suite. It also features a range of open learning spaces.
The campus is also part of a larger complex that offers a wide range of restaurants, cafes, shops and medical facilities. At this fully equipped campus, you will also have access to a multi-varsity sports centre and stadium next door.
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Courses Offered
The University of Southampton is well-known for its engineering programmes. Check out the full list of programmes offered by Southampton here.
- Business Foundation Year
- Computer Science Foundation Year
- Engineering Foundation Year
- BSc Accounting and Finance
- BSc Business Analytics
- BSc Business Entrepreneurship
- BSc Business Management
- BSc Economics
- BSc Economics and Actuarial Science
- BSc Economics and Finance
- BSc Finance and Financial Technology
- BSc Marketing
- BSc Computer Science
- MEng Aeronautics and Astronautics
- MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- MEng Mechanical Engineering
Featured programmes at University of Southampton Malaysia (UoSM)
University of Southampton Malaysia
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Intake
Mar, Jul, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM26,200
University of Southampton Malaysia
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Intake
Mar, Jul, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM29,100
University of Southampton Malaysia
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Bachelor of Science in Economics and Actuarial Science
Intake
Sep
Tuition Fees
RM130,173
University of Southampton Malaysia
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Intake
Sep
Tuition Fees
RM122,700
University of Southampton Malaysia
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Master of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Intake
Sep
Tuition Fees
RM357,408
Scholarships
Southampton offers up to 100% scholarships to top academic achievers and education grants for non-scholarship receipients. Here are some of its scholarships.
University of Southampton Malaysia
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation
University of Southampton Malaysia
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Amount
Up to 60% tuition fee waiver for Year 1
Study Level
Bachelor's Degree
University of Southampton Malaysia
Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Amount
RM1,500 tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation