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Postgraduate ยท Economics ยท ๐Ÿ“ Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

MEc Economics

Universiti Malaya

Duration
1.5 years Full-time
Next intake
March 2027
Indicative annual fee
RM 30,000 / year

Fee shown is indicative for the full 1.5-year programme

Course overview

Universiti Malaya's Faculty of Business and Economics is the oldest in the country, and the master's takes an applied approach centred on Southeast Asian economies.

For students who want a recognised economics master's without UK or Australian fees, Malaysia is one of the few English-medium options at this ranking level.

Key modules

  • Microeconomic Analysis
  • Macroeconomic Analysis
  • Applied Econometrics
  • Development Economics
  • International Trade and Finance
  • Research Project

Entry requirements

Academic

A good bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline โ€” typically a UK 2:1, a CGPA around 3.0/4.0, or an Indian first class in economics or a related quantitative field

English language

  • IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no band below 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT: 80 overall
  • PTE Academic: 59 overall

Not quite meeting these? Ask about a foundation or pathway route, we advise on those free of charge.

Intakes

Apply roughly 6 to 12 months before your intended start for the widest choice of places and scholarships.

  • ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ March 2027
  • ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ October 2027

Career prospects

Roles this programme prepares you for. Your counsellor can also advise on post-study work routes in Malaysia.

  • Economist
  • Policy Researcher
  • Banking Analyst
  • Statistician
  • Development Officer

Post-study work in Malaysia: Graduate pass options. Read the Malaysia student visa guide.

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MEc Economics: your questions, answered

What are the entry requirements for MEc Economics at Universiti Malaya?

A good bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline โ€” typically a UK 2:1, a CGPA around 3.0/4.0, or an Indian first class in economics or a related quantitative field English language: IELTS 6.0 overall, with no band below 5.5; TOEFL iBT 80 overall; PTE Academic 59 overall. Your Tutopiya counsellor checks your specific qualifications against these requirements free of charge.

How much does MEc Economics cost?

Fee shown is indicative for the full 1.5-year programme Fees are set by the university and can change between intakes, so your counsellor confirms the exact figure before you apply. Tutopiya's own counselling and application service is completely free.

When can I start MEc Economics?

This course has intakes in March 2027, October 2027. Applying 6 to 12 months ahead gives you the widest choice of places and scholarships.

Is the university placement service really free?

Yes, our service is 100% free. Counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer cost you nothing. There are no consultation fees and no agent fees, because we are funded by our university partners. The only cost you take on is the universityโ€™s own tuition or semester fees, which you pay directly to the university after you accept your offer.

What exactly do you help with?

Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.

Which universities can you place me into?

We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated free placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.

Do I need my final results before I apply?

No. We work from predicted grades, so you can start the process well before results day and secure a conditional offer. Once your final grades are in, we help you confirm your place.