Humanities & Cultural Studies programs in Malaysia

Malaysia lists humanities & cultural studies programs from institutions across the country. Review each programme's duration, fees and admission criteria, and filter by what matters most to your plans.

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Malaysia?

Programs in Malaysia are offered at these levels: Foundation, Certificate, Diploma, Higher Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Master of Business Administration, Doctorate. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in Malaysia?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Engineering & Technology each have their own browsable page for Malaysia. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in Malaysia?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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1,016 programs found

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Engineering (By Research)

Multimedia University QS 2027 #771-780

Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia

mmu.edu.my University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 1,588 / total

International tuition: MYR 2,700 / total

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in English

Lincoln University College QS 2027 #701-710

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Duration: 3 years

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 6,354 / total

International tuition: MYR 8,000 / total

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mass Communication

Lincoln University College QS 2027 #701-710

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

lincoln.edu.my University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 6,354 / total

International tuition: MYR 8,000 / total

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Social Science

ALFA University College

Subang Jaya, Malaysia

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 5,930 / total

International tuition: MYR 7,943 / total

Program page

PhD in Creative Arts

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) Kampar

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

utar.edu.my University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Liberal Arts

Duration: 3 years

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 0 / total

International tuition: MYR 3,442 / total

Program page

PhD in Innovation and Technology

INTI International University QS 2027 #406 =

Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Liberal Arts

Duration: 3 years

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 12,665 / total

International tuition: MYR 12,665 / total

Program page

PhD in Politics, History and International Relations

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Malaysia

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: History

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 31,772 / total

International tuition: MYR 35,585 / total

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering and Built Environment

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia QS 2027 #130

Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Duration: 3 years

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 3,492 / total

International tuition: MYR 6,824 / total

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy in Fuel Cell Research

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia QS 2027 #130

Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Duration: 3 years

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 3,492 / total

International tuition: MYR 6,824 / total

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy in Science and Technology

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia QS 2027 #130

Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 3,492 / total

International tuition: MYR 6,824 / total

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy in Sciences and Humanities

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia QS 2027 #130

Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Duration: 3 years

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 3,492 / total

International tuition: MYR 6,824 / total

Program page

Bachelor of Arts in Arabic for International Communication (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Arabic for International Communication

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Linguistics & Language Studies

Delivery: On Campus

Bachelor of Arts in English for International Communication (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English for International Communication

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Linguistics & Language Studies

Delivery: On Campus

Bachelor of Arts in Malay for International Communication (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Malay for International Communication

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Linguistics & Language Studies

Delivery: On Campus

Bachelor of Human Sciences in English Language and Literature (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Human Sciences Ã¢â‚¬â€œ English Language and Literature (Honours)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Linguistics & Language Studies

Delivery: On Campus

Bachelor of Human Sciences in History and Civilisation (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Human Sciences (History and Civilization) (Honours)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: History

Delivery: On Campus

Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage in Fiqh and Usul Al-Fiqh (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Fiqh and Usul Al-Fiqh) (Honours)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Islamic & Quranic Studies

Delivery: On Campus

Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage in Qur'an and Sunnah Studies (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Qur'an and Sunnah Studies) (Honours)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Islamic & Quranic Studies

Delivery: On Campus

Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage in Usul Al-Din and Comparative Religion (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Usul Al-Din and Comparative Religion) (Honours)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Islamic & Quranic Studies

Delivery: On Campus

Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage in Arabic Language and Literature (Honours)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Linguistics & Language Studies

Delivery: On Campus

Master of Arts (Islamic and Other Civilizations)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Religious Studies

Master of Arts (Islamic Civilization)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Islamic & Quranic Studies

Master of Arts (Islamic Science)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Islamic & Quranic Studies

Master of Arts (Islamic Spiritual Culture and Contemporary Society)

International Islamic University Malaysia QS 2026 #613 =

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

iium.edu.my/v2 University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Islamic & Quranic Studies

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Humanities & Cultural Studies programs in Malaysia

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Malaysia?

Which fields of study can I browse in Malaysia?

How much does it cost to study in Malaysia?

How do I choose the right program?

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Engineering (By Research)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in English

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mass Communication

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Social Science

PhD in Creative Arts

PhD in Innovation and Technology

PhD in Politics, History and International Relations

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering and Built Environment

Doctor of Philosophy in Fuel Cell Research

Doctor of Philosophy in Science and Technology

Doctor of Philosophy in Sciences and Humanities

Bachelor of Arts in Arabic for International Communication (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Arabic for International Communication

Bachelor of Arts in English for International Communication (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English for International Communication

Bachelor of Arts in Malay for International Communication (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Malay for International Communication

Bachelor of Human Sciences in English Language and Literature (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Human Sciences Ã¢â‚¬â€œ English Language and Literature (Honours)

Bachelor of Human Sciences in History and Civilisation (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Human Sciences (History and Civilization) (Honours)

Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage in Fiqh and Usul Al-Fiqh (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Fiqh and Usul Al-Fiqh) (Honours)

Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage in Qur'an and Sunnah Studies (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Qur'an and Sunnah Studies) (Honours)

Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage in Usul Al-Din and Comparative Religion (Honours) Previously known as : Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage (Usul Al-Din and Comparative Religion) (Honours)

Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage in Arabic Language and Literature (Honours)

Master of Arts (Islamic and Other Civilizations)

Master of Arts (Islamic Civilization)

Master of Arts (Islamic Science)

Master of Arts (Islamic Spiritual Culture and Contemporary Society)

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