We have a large community of international students here at Solent University and understand that the process of relocating to a new country can be challenging. Students coming from Malaysia can find a range of advice about obtaining a visa and studying in the UK right here on the Solent website.
For more specific advice about coming from Malaysia to study, please see the information below. Alternatively, you can contact the British Council's Malaysia offices or our own international advice team.
Find out more about studying at Solent
Entry requirements
As a general guide, we look for qualifications that are equivalent to the British high school A-levels. A portfolio is also required for most of our art and design courses.
Students should hold a Malaysia Higher School Certificate (STPM).
Students with a Malaysia Certificate of Education (SPM) may be eligible for a foundation year (year 0 of a bachelor's degree).
For postgraduate courses, we look for qualifications that are equivalent to the British bachelor's degree.
Visa information
As a Malaysian national, you will need to apply for a visa to come and study in the UK. When you have met all the conditions of entry for a full-time course at Solent University (including payment of deposit and course acceptance), you will be sent a Certificate of Acceptance for Study (CAS) number. You will need this document to apply for a student visa.
You should make your application for a visa at the local visa application centre.
Speak with an official representative
Our International Recruitment Officers are available to answer any queries you may have about direct application to study at Solent University. The course application process is straightforward, and most students find it easy to apply directly.
If you have a question for our team, simply fill in this form.
Solent also has several official representatives around the world. They give you the chance to talk about opportunities here at Solent with someone in your own country.
AUG Student Services
Location: various offices throughout Malaysia (see website for more details)
https://augstudy.com/TEDvisory (Tertiary Education Advisory)
Inquota Education Services (IES) Sdn Bhd
Interglobal Specialist Excel Network
Locations: Malaysia, Singapore, China and Hong Kong
enquiry.isen@gmail.com +60 1 6433 0580https://www.isenmsia.com/MABECS - Malaysian British Educational Consultancy
PDVL Overseas Advisory
Sun Radian Pte Ltd
Partner institutions
If you are studying at one of our academic partner institutions, you may be able to enter the second or third year of one of our undergraduate courses. This can allow you to extend your learning and obtain a British undergraduate qualification. We hold partnership agreements with the following institution in Malaysia:
- Netherlands Maritime University College
- Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
