Study abroad · Malaysia

Pharmacy in Malaysia: admission, visa, costs

How to study pharmacy in Malaysia: routes, eligibility, language, scholarships and the way to work and residence after the degree.

Routes

• Malaysia Student Pass

Eligibility, from the official page

Offer letter from an EMGS-registered institution; the institution applies for the Visa Approval Letter through EMGS. source

Questions people ask

Which visa does a student of pharmacy use for Malaysia?

Malaysia Student Pass

Is a licence or registration needed?

Admission is by the institution; professional registration comes after the degree.

What language test is asked?

English (IELTS 5.5–6.0 by programme)

What is the path to permanent residence?

Employment Pass with an employer after graduation; no general permanent residence.

Do I need clearance from my own country before leaving?

It depends on where you are from. Some countries require exit clearance for work contracts abroad (for example Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment (BEOE) / Protector of Emigrants); students usually do not. The platform checks the rule for your country.

Information, not legal advice. Every rule links to its official source and is re-read nightly.