Welcome to students from Malaysia
Just one hour from Manchester, Birmingham and Liverpool, and 1.5 hours from London, Keele is located in the heart of England on a 600-acre campus that was voted as one of the most beautiful in the UK. Keele was founded in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford, and is world-renowned for the breadth of its teaching and research.
Everything is on your doorstep at Keele. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is self-contained with student accommodation, teaching buildings, restaurants and cafés, a sports centre, and medical centre all within easy reach.
We deliver a unique and international learning experience. We teach in small groups, provide one-to-one access to our academics, and value the quality of our teaching as highly as our cutting-edge research.
Facts and figures
No.1 in the UK Britain's best university, as ranked by students Student Crowd University Awards, 2022
4th in England for Medicine (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Global Top 250 for Law (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2023)
Top 20 in the UK for Geography and Environmental Studies (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Top 20 in the UK for Nursing and Midwifery (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Global Top 300 for Education (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2023)
Top 20 in the UK for Health Professions (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Meet us in the UK
Pooi Ling Oan, Keele's Regional Manager for South East Asia
Hi, I'm Pooi Ling, your Keele representative in Malaysia. You can get in contact with me to find out about studying at Keele University. Please email me at enquiries@keele.ac.uk.
Representatives in your country
You may wish to speak with one of our authorised agents who represent Keele in your country. They can provide you with additional information, support you through the application and visa process and liaise with the University on your behalf.
Kota Kinabalu
IEC - Inter Education Consult Sdn Bhd
987 Lorong Jering 2
Sunny Garden, Miles 1.5 Tuaran Road
88300 Kota Kinabalu
Sabah
Malaysia
Phone: +60 88 212939
Email: jasmine@iec.com.my
Web: www.iec.com.my
IDP
Lot 2-1, 1st Floor, Lorong Lintas Plaza 1
Lintas Plaza, Jalan Lintas
88300 Kota Kinabalu
Sabah
Malaysia
Phone: +60 88 242 336
Email: audrey.liansun@idp.com
Web: www.idp.com/malaysia
JM Education Group Berhad
Unit No 43, Lot G-1-7, 1st Floor Block G, Lorong Capital
Karamunsing Capital
88300 Kota Kinabalu
Sabah
Malaysia
Phone: +60 88 487 111
Email: jmsabah@jmecc.com
Web: www.jmeducationgroup.com
UKEAS Worldwide Limited - Trading as Intake Education
Unit No. S-1-24, First Floor, Block E, City Mall
Lorong City Mall
Jalan Lintas
88300 Kota Kinabalu
Sabah
Malaysia
Phone: +60 14 552 2727
Email: kota.kinabalu@intake.education
Web: https://intake.education/my
Kuala Lumpur
IDP
6th Floor (West Block), Wisma Golden Eagle Realty (formerly known as Wisma Selangor Dredging)
Jalan Ampang
50450 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Phone: +60 3 2787 9786
Email: elaine.ho@idp.com
Web: www.idp.com/malaysia
JM Education Group Berhad
B-0-11, Plaza Damas 3
No 63 Jalan Sri Hartamas 1
Sri Hartamas
50480 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Phone: +60 3 6201 0662
Email: jmsrihartamas@jmecc.com
Web: www.jmeducationgroup.com
JM Education Group Berhad
67 Jalan Damai Niaga 1
Alam Damai
Cheras
56000 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Phone: +60 3 9107 6189
Email: jmcheras@jmecc.com
Web: www.jmeducationgroup.com
Kuching
IDP
1st Floor, No 28 Brighton Square
Jalan Song
93350 Kuching
Sarawak
Malaysia
Phone: +60 82-577645
Email: alvina.lau@idp.com
Web: www.idp.com/malaysia
UKEAS Worldwide Limited - Trading as Intake Education
First Floor, Sublot 54, Galacity Commercial Centre
Jalan Tun Jugah
93350 Kuching
Sarawak
Malaysia
Phone: +60 1066 47218
Email: kuching@intake.education
Web: https://intake.education/my
Petaling Jaya
JM Education Group Berhad
Lot S9, 2nd Floor, Centre Point (Old Wing)
Lebuh Bandar Utama
47800 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Phone: +60 3 7722 4696
Email: jmpetalingjaya@jmecc.com
Web: www.jmeducationgroup.com
MABECS Sdn Bhd
B-07-03, Block B West, PJ8
No 23, Jalan Barat
Seskyen 8
46050 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Phone: +60 3 7956 7655
Email: kavetha@mabecs.com
Web: www.mabecs.com
SI-UK
Unit 43-G, Block D, Zenith Corporate Park
Jalan SS7/26
Kelana Jaya
Petaling Jaya
Selangor
47301
Malaysia
Phone: +60 378861936
Email: malaysia@studyin-uk.com
Web: www.studyin-uk.my
Skudai
JM Education Group Berhad
38-01 Jalan Pertama 1
Taman Perdagangan Danga Utama
81300 Skudai
Johor
Malaysia
Phone: +60 7 550 4703
Email: jmskudai@jmecc.com
Web: www.jmeducationgroup.com
Subang Jaya
AECC Global
A-02-03, Level 2, Block A
Sunway Geo Avenue, Jalan Lagoon Selatan
Sunway South Quay
Bandar Sunway 47500
Subang Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Phone: +60 12 988 9616
Email: enquiry.sunway@aeccglobal.com
Web: www.aeccglobal.com
IDP
No 18, Jalan SS 15/8 Subang Jaya
47500 Subang Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Phone: +60 3 9213 1488
Email: safhan.hasni@idp.com
Web: www.idp.com/malaysia
JM Education Group Berhad
36 Jalan SS15/8
47500 Subang Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Phone: +60 3 5633 4732
Email: melissa.tan@jmecc.com
Web: www.jmeducationgroup.com
Sonya International Education Centre Pty Ltd
1st Floor, No.20, Jalan SS15/8
47500 Subang Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Phone: +60 3 5636 2020
Email: australia@siecindia.com
Web: www.siecindia.co
UKEC
Unit 7B, Nadayu 28 Dagang
Jalan PJS 11/7
47500 Subang Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Phone: +60 3 5612 7213
Email: malaysia@ukec.com
Web: www.my.ukec.com
In order to speak to agents, your personal data and information relevant to your application will be shared between the agent and the University for the purposes of assessing you for admission. The agent you choose to work with will be copied in to all communications relevant to your application until you enrol at the University after which time they will only be included in emails to you with your express written permission.
Like the University, local representatives are data controllers in their own right but are expected to abide by the University's Code of Good Conduct which includes the safe handling of personal data. Should you have any concerns regarding the services provided, please contact the International Office at international@keele.ac.uk.
Full details of how the University handles your personal data can be found at keele.ac.uk/informationgovernance/informationgovernanceforthepublic.
Entry requirements
Have a question about our international entry requirements? Email us at international@keele.ac.uk.
The actual grades you require in particular subjects will vary according to the degree course you wish to study. You will also require an English language qualification.
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into Year 1 of our undergraduate (bachelor) degree courses you can apply for a place on our Foundation Year. Information regarding A levels, BTEC, International Baccalaureate qualifications and subject-specific requirements can be found on our course pages.
We need to make sure that your level of English is good enough for you to study at Keele University. Click here to view a list of the English Language qualifications we accept. For UK students, we normally ask for a minimum of a grade 4/C in GCSE English Language. For EU and International students, we accept qualifications from several countries, as well as a range of international qualifications and tests.
| Foundation | Undergraduate Year 1 | Undergraduate Year 1 English Requirements |
| Our International Foundation Year is delivered on the Keele campus through Keele University International College. Please see the KUIC website for academic entry requirements. |
STPM Principal passes are considered comparable to the overall GCE Advanced Level. Distinction comparable to A level grade A. Credit (higher) comparable to A level grade B. Credit (lower) comparable to A level grade C. We can also consider UEC (Senior Middle Level) qualification with B4 in at least 5 relevant subjects, or Malaysian Matriculation Certificate (Matrikulasi) with a CGPA of at least 2.67/4.0 or B (BBB equivalent). |
Malaysia Cambridge GCSE English Language at grade C or higher. Or IELTS 6.0/6.5 depending on the course. We accept Malaysian O-level SPM 1119 at grade C or higher. We do not accept SPM2 Malaysia English for EL requirement. Check the requirement for your chosen course. Further information can also be found on the English Language page. |
| Postgraduate 2.2 | Postgraduate 2.1 | Postgraduate Courses English Requirements |
| A recognised Bachelors degree with B/3.0/Good | A recognised Bachelors degree with B+/3.5/Very Good | IELTS or equivalent required - check the requirement for your chosen course. Further information can also be found on the English Language page. |
Funding and scholarships
We’re committed to rewarding excellence and potential and offer several scholarships for international students. Students may be automatically considered for some awards, with no extra application necessary. Please see our international fees and funding web pages for further details, including the eligibility criteria for each scholarship.
Our Undergraduate Global Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, and offer up to £5000 tuition fee discount across a wide range of subject areas (excluding medicine, veterinary medicine, foundation year and online programmes). Discover more undergraduate scholarships.
Our Postgraduate Global Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, and offer up to £6000 tuition fee discount across a wide range of subject areas (excluding medicine and online programmes). Discover more postgraduate scholarships.
Careers and alumni
Keele has been welcoming students from Malaysia to study with us for many years, and we are proud of the success our graduates have achieved in a wide range of occupations in government and industry.
Keele graduates are globally sought after and work in some of the world’s most prestigious organisations, from international governments to the World Bank, and in corporations from Apple to Volkswagen.
Life at Keele and societies
Keele offers a friendly and supportive environment for international students, with regular gatherings and events that help new students to settle in.
Keele delivers a unique and international learning experience. We teach in small groups, provide one-to-one access to our academics, and value the quality of our teaching. We were awarded the ‘Gold Award’ in the first teaching excellence framework - the highest rating.
We guarantee accommodation on campus for all September start international students who apply by 30 June, with the option to live on campus for the full duration of your course. Our accommodation is clean and secure, with staff available 24 hours a day to offer support and advice.
There is a regular, direct bus service to the nearest town of Newcastle-under-Lyme which takes just 15 minutes. Here you will find cinemas, restaurants, music venues and a range of shops and supermarkets.
There is also a direct bus from campus to the bigger city of Stoke-on-Trent where you can take a train to London (90 minutes), Birmingham (45 minutes) and Manchester (35 minutes).
Our friendly Student Services Team give practical academic advice and also look after the welfare of our students. All students are assigned a Personal Tutor who will support and guide them through their studies at Keele.