University of Reading Malaysia’s state-of-the-art campus is located at EduCity in Iskandar Puteri, Johor.
In Malaysia, students have numerous options to pursue a UK degree, including studying at an international branch campus such as the University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM).
UoRM is wholly owned and operated by the University of Reading (UK), recognised for its high-quality teaching, research excellence and outstanding graduate employability.
The university is ranked 172nd in the QS World University Rankings (2024).
Best of both worlds
The branch campus in Malaysia was established in 2013 and officially opened its state-of-the-art complex at EduCity, Iskandar Puteri, Johor in 2015.
Students at UoRM enjoy the best of both worlds, earning the same highly respected University of Reading degree at a significantly more affordable cost.
Students who study at UoRM for their full degree pay only 40% of the overall estimated costs compared with studying on the UK campus, considering fees and living expenses.
World-leading schools, career-enabling programmes
Five of the University of Reading’s world-leading schools and institutions are represented at the Malaysia campus, including:
> Henley Business School
> School of Law
> School of the Built Environment
> School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences
> Foundation Studies and Language Institute
The campus offers a number of the varsity’s ‘signature’ degree programmes in professional disciplines where there is a demand for talent and which provide students with excellent career opportunities:
> Accounting
> Finance
> Management and business
> Law
> Psychology
> Quantity surveying
> Real Estate
Furthermore, all the degrees carry relevant industry and professional recognition, enhancing the employability of graduates.
UoRM also benefits from an experienced, dedicated and highly qualified academic team.
With 75% of those teaching in the undergraduate programmes holding PhDs and many possessing relevant industry experience, students benefit from exceptional teaching guidance, helping them become well-rounded individuals.
Holistic education
One of the key benefits of studying at UoRM is that students not only receive the same degree as awarded on the Reading UK campus, but they also benefit from the same pedagogy and academic environment that is designed to develop students holistically, nurturing both the hard and soft skills that students need for their future success.
For example, students develop their problem-solving skills, build confidence in English communication and become independent learners.
The spacious learning resource centre offers numerous study areas, including breakout rooms (left) while students at EduCity have access to world-class sports facilities, such as an indoor stadium (right).
Modern campus
UoRM’s state-of-the-art campus is a spacious, modern facility that houses IT-enabled classrooms, lecture theatre, learning resource centre and student social areas all conveniently under one roof.
Based in EduCity, Asia’s first multi-campus education city located in Iskandar Puteri Johor, students enjoy facilities that include an Olympic swimming pool, running track, indoor stadium, fitness centre, music studio and a Student Hub.
Students also have a wide range of affordable accommodation options, including the Student Village within EduCity or nearby service apartments.
Living away from home offers students the opportunity to develop independence and self-discipline.
Excellent digital learning support
With its interactive approach, students’ benefit from the same advanced digital learning tools and support that is available on the UK campus.
This includes access to platforms such as the Blackboard Learning Management System, Blackboard Collaborate and Microsoft Teams.
Students also have round-the-clock access to the university’s digital library, which contains thousands of journals and e-books.
The spacious learning resource centre offers numerous study areas, including breakout rooms (left) while students at EduCity have access to world-class sports facilities, such as an indoor stadium (right).
Study UK option
Students can take advantage of the flexible choices that allow them to study at Henley in the UK for one or even two years on the university's main campus in Reading, which is situated on 130ha of stunning countryside.
Reading town is within a 30-minute train journey from London, and the university, which is renowned for its high-quality teaching, research and graduate employability, was ranked 61st in the world for Global Impact by Times Higher Education (2023).
The campus in Reading UK has also won the prestigious Green Flag award 13 times in a row, making it one of the UK’s best green spaces.
The campus has everything a student could need, including sports facilities, health centre, eateries, a supermarket and on-campus accommodation. A virtual tour of the UK campus is available at the link below:https://www.reading.ac.uk/virtual-experience/
Students with the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent qualifications can enrol into the 12-month International Foundation Programme (IFP) while those with Advanced Level (A-level) or Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) equivalent qualifications can apply for direct entry to its undergraduate degrees.
Open Day on Aug 17
The varsity is accepting applications for its July and September 2024 intakes.
Students and parents are advised to contact the university’s team for a consultation or to register for its Campus Open Day on Aug 17, from 10am to 4pm.
The university, located at Educity, Iskandar Puteri in Johor, is open from Monday to Friday (9am-5pm) and Saturday (10am-4pm).
You can also call 07 268 6205 or WhatsApp https://wa.me/60167725400 or email
For more information, browse its website www.reading.edu.my or go to their social media pages on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/uniofreadingmalaysia and Instagram.https://www.instagram.com/uniofreadingmalaysia/
