★ 71
QS World #60
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- MYR 24,000 – MYR 32,500/yr
- Founded
- 1949
5 Best Medicine & Health Sciences PhD Universities in Malaysia 2026
Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.
5 universities · ranked best first
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★ 64
QS World #146
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- MYR 20,000 – MYR 27,000/yr
- Founded
- 1969
★ 63
QS World #138
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- MYR 20,000 – MYR 27,000/yr
- Founded
- 1970
★ 27
Admissions open
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Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities worldwide for PhD Medicine & Health Sciences?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Universiti Malaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a PhD in Medicine & Health Sciences 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 Medicine & Health Sciences 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 Medicine & Health Sciences at PhD level abroad
your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Medicine & Health Sciences at PhD 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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