Malaysia
Malaysia’s second-oldest public university, ranked #128 globally in QS 2027. Located on the beautiful island of Penang, USM offers affordable postgraduate programs in Data Science, Cyber Security, CS, and Digital Transformation.
Ranked #128 in QS 2027 — exceptional academic quality at very affordable Malaysian fees.
Located on Penang island — one of Asia’s top food and cultural destinations, UNESCO Heritage city.
Programs from $8,000 — one of the best value-for-quality options in Southeast Asia.
Consistently among Malaysia’s top research universities with global citations.
USM holds QS 5-Stars ratings for Teaching, Research, Employability, and Internationalisation.
4 distinct postgraduate tech programs — Data Science, Cyber Security, CS, Digital Transformation.
$8,000
*subject to exchange rate
Comprehensive data analytics, machine learning, statistical computing, and big data management.
$9,450
*subject to exchange rate
Network security, digital forensics, cryptography, and cybersecurity management.
$8,000
*subject to exchange rate
Advanced computer science theory, algorithms, distributed systems, and software engineering.
$8,800
*subject to exchange rate
Industry 4.0, digital strategy, technology leadership, and organisational transformation.
Profile review and program shortlisting for USM Penang.
Transcripts, IELTS, SOP, passport — we prepare and verify.
Submitted to USM online portal — we track and follow up.
Accept your USM offer and make the required deposit.
eVAL student visa via university — no embassy visit.
Accommodation in Penang and airport pickup arranged.
Full application guidance from eligibility to offer letter.
eVAL student visa documentation prepared by our team.
Student housing near USM campus arranged for you.
Penang International Airport pickup and onboarding support.
Admissions 2025–26 are open. Get free expert counselling from Global Focus and secure your place at Universiti Sains Malaysia.