Raffles University is a private university in EduCity, Iskandar Puteri, Johor, established in 2011. It focuses on creative industries and design-led programmes—including fashion, interior design and multimedia—with studio-based learning, specialised workshops and access to EduCity sports and collaboration facilities.
2011
Established
#1
Top Creative School
#81
Academic Performance
#131
Annual Analysis
Campus
Raffles University in EduCity, Iskandar Puteri, focuses on creative education with design studios, resource centres and shared EduCity amenities including sports and student services.
Iskandar Puteri Campus
Location
Raffles University is located in EduCity, Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia, within the multi-university EduCity development in southern Johor near Singapore.
Surroundings
EduCity clusters universities with retail, dining and sports facilities such as the EduCity Sports Complex, supporting a collaborative student environment.
Transport
Senai International Airport (JHB) is the nearest major airport—about 25–45 minutes by car or taxi/Grab depending on traffic. Public options often connect via Johor Bahru Sentral.
Schools & Faculties
Programmes emphasise creative disciplines with practical studio work in fashion, interior design, photography and related fields, supported by student life facilities on and around campus.
Overview
The campus provides specialised studios and learning spaces, a convenience store, and access to EduCity hubs and sports venues for study, collaboration and recreation.
Season
Months
Temperature
Dry
Mar – Sep
26–33°C
Wet
Oct – Feb
24–32°C
From Senai Airport to Campus
Taxi/Grab
25–40 min · Via Jalan Skudai and E2
Public bus + taxi
2–3 h · Bus to JB Sentral, then taxi
Car rental
25–45 min · Via Jalan Skudai and E2
Campus Gallery
Campus Facilities
Fashion Design Studios
Ample workspace and resources for design projects
Interior Design Resource Centre
Extensive collection of references and materials
Photography Studio
Professional environment for creative development
Convenience Store
Accessories, snacks, food and beverages available
Educity Sport Complex
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities
Educity Hub
Platform for idea exchange and collaboration
Transportation from Senai Airport
Taxi/Grab
Duration: 25–40 minutes
Via Jalan Skudai and E2 highway
Public Bus + Taxi
Duration: 2–3 hours
Bus to JB Sentral, then taxi
Car Rental
Duration: 25–45 minutes
Via Jalan Skudai and E2 highway
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Estimated Living Costs
Iskandar Puteri Campus
On-campus accommodation
MYR 350 – 1,100/month
Off-campus accommodation
MYR 550 – 1,300/month
Meals
MYR 15 – 30/day
Daily expenses
MYR 300 – 500/month
Transportation
MYR 15 – 30/trip
Internet & utilities
MYR 100 – 150/month
Entertainment
MYR 200 – 500/month
Study materials
MYR 200 – 450/month
Total monthly living cost (estimate)
MYR 2,200 – 4,800/month
*Figures vary by lifestyle; sharing to deluxe room; EduCity / Iskandar Puteri area rentals; campus and local eateries. Transportation line shows typical Taxi/Grab fare per short trip.
