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4 Best Languages & Linguistics Bachelor's Universities in Malaysia 2026

This ranks bachelor's options in Languages & Linguistics in Malaysia for 2026. It suits applicants comparing public providers and different study settings before applying from abroad.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

4 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UM Universiti Malaya logo

Universiti Malaya

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia · Public University

★ 71 QS World #60 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
MYR 24,000 – MYR 32,500/yr
Founded
1949
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OU Open University Malaysia logo

Open University Malaysia

Malaysia · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Universiti Malaya, Management and Science University, Open University Malaysia. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Languages & Linguistics cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Languages & Linguistics abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Languages & Linguistics at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Languages & Linguistics at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor's in Languages & Linguistics at this level leads into undergraduate study in language, communication, and linguistics pathways. It suits applicants who want a first degree and need to compare programmes that may differ in structure, campus setting, and study mode before choosing a route.

All four providers are public. One option is in Johor Bahru, a large city, while the others are not tied to a city in the facts provided. Tuition is published for one programme at MYR 20,000 minimum; fees are not published for the others, so those costs need direct confirmation.

Before applying, verify the exact programme title, the tuition fee, the city and campus, and the admission requirements. Also confirm the number of available programmes within Languages & Linguistics for the degree level, since six programmes are available across the four providers.