Country Specific Information
Malaysia
Our Malaysia students enjoy the benefits of our small and supportive classes which allow them to receive a high level of guidance and support from their academic expert lecturers, enhancing their learning experience and often accelerating their commercial awareness. Aberdeen is the Energy capital of Europe, so is the right choice for many students from Malaysia who want a career in the energy sector, whatever their degree is. Alongside our excellence in Energy, our long-standing tradition in the fields of health and social care, business and the creative industries also means our Malaysian graduates are highly sought after in these sectors too.
Aberdeen is a safe, friendly city and studying at RGU provides Malaysian students with a multicultural experience in a peaceful surrounding.
Entry Requirements
Please note that this information is intended as a guideline and allows you to broadly compare your qualifications to the British qualifications specified on the course pages of this website. Some courses may require a higher standard of English than stated in this page. Applications are considered on an individual basis and other qualifications or work experience may be taken into consideration.
Undergraduate Requirements
- Applicants with a post high school qualification (i.e. a higher national diploma, an associate degree) can be considered for advanced entry to some undergraduate courses
- Students with qualifications from any international high school are expected to have results comparable to students from UK institutions
- Applications will be considered on a case by case basis, please contact Admissions for information: admissions@rgu.ac.uk
- Applicants who do not hold an International High School qualification will be expected to undertake a pathway programme at our International College
Year 1 entry
- Students who hold the STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia/Malaysian Higher School Certificate, equivalent to UK A Level) - CGPA 2.33 or C+
- Students who have completed the Matrikulasi (Matriculation certificate equivalent to UK A Level) - CGPA 2.33 or C+
- Students with the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC to SQA Highers) Senior Middle Level with grade of B6 or 60% or above considered for entry to year 1
Year 2 entry
- Students who hold the STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia/Malaysian Higher School Certificate equivalent to UK A Level) - CGPA 3.33 or B+
- Students who have completed the Matrikulasi (Matriculation certificate equivalent to UK A Level) - CGPA 3.33 or B+
English Language
Most undergraduate courses require an IELTS score of 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each area. Some courses require a higher English language score. Always check the relevant course page and our English Language Requirements page before applying.
We accept students with SPM 1119 English with Grade C or above.
Postgraduate Requirements
- Bachelors Degree (equivalent to UK Hons Degree) with a Second Class degree or CGPA 2.67 out of 4 / Class 2 division ii / B- / 60-64 %
- Applicants with a Graduate Certificate / Graduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma will be considered on a case by case basis
- A small number of University postgraduate programmes do require a minimum of second class upper classification, or an equivalent - refer to the relevant course page
- Applicants with lower qualification and / or relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis. Contact Admissions for information: admissions@rgu.ac.uk
- Students who do not meet our direct entry requirements may be able to undertake a pre-masters programme through our International College at Robert Gordon University
English Language
Most postgraduate courses require an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each area. Some courses require a higher English Language score. Always check the relevant course page and our English Language Requirements page before applying.
We accept students with SPM 1119 English with Grade C or above.
Meet Us
Your chance to meet RGU staff to apply for a course or discuss an existing application.
We visit countries around the world at various times of the year. We also provide opportunities for you to chat to us online. Our regular web chats make it easy for you to connect with us from your own home.
If no visit is scheduled in your country, please contact the International Team and we will be happy to help you.
Scholarships & Funding
We have a wide range of scholarships are available to international students, find out if you are eligible for support for your country.
Scholarship or funding options may have additional eligibility requirements, however you may still qualify for support. Contact the International Team for further information, or search all Funding and Scholarships.
Available Scholarships & Funding for students from Malaysia
- Alumni Loyalty Discount
- Chevening Scholarship
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship
- Emergency Loan Fund
- International Fund
- International Students Emergency Fund
- NCUK Scholarship
- PhD Studentship - Reducing the Population Impact of Hip Fractures in Aberdeen
- RGU Financial Award for MBA Students
- RGU International Student Discount for Master's Students
- RGU International Student Discount for Research Students
- RGU International Student Discount for Undergraduate Students
- RGU International Student January Scholarship for Master’s students
- RGU SPORT Scholarship
- Scholarships for our international partner institutions
- Vice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship
Agents in Malaysia
These are our university-approved agents in Malaysia. In addition to our Admissions Office and International Team, they are available to help you with any enquiries and help with the submitting your application.