Institution Profile

Built on the principles of audacity, perseverance, integrity and excellence, UCSI University is a leading institution of higher learning with campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Springhill (Port Dickson) and Kuching, Malaysia. Our faculties, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to meet student needs offer a wide spectrum of academic programmes, ranging from Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Engineering and Architecture to Music, Multimedia, Education, Liberal Arts and Hospitality.

UCSI University: 37 years and counting

UCSI University is a vibrant community of learning and scholarship. At present, more than 12,000 students study at the University. Over the years, students from 110 different countries have studied at UCSI University, making the campus a melting pot of culture and diversity. As one of Malaysia’s first private universities, UCSI University has long impacted the national higher education landscape and the University continues to do so with its wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The University’s academic staff are at the forefront of their disciplines and their views are highly sought after on major issues; from business to political science. Many of our academics have extensive experience working overseas and some play advisory roles in public bodies and various committees. By bringing their experiences into the classroom, our academics cater to an exhilarating learning environment and learners will thrive as they balance academic mastery with industrial application.

UCSI University’s strong track record of university-industry engagement has attracted attention from the powers that be and the University is entrusted to reshape Malaysia’s tourism and hospitality industry through education. By leading the Malaysian Centre of Tourism and Hospitality Education – a consortium of Malaysia’s foremost education institutions – that endeavours to equip at least 50% of the industry’s workforce with a diploma or a degree by 2020, UCSI University stands in the nation’s service and that of the global community.

Building on its domestic standing as a preferred and trusted education provider, the University is also expanding its sphere of influence. Tie-ups with foreign universities, research institutes and leading multinational companies are constantly established, enhancing opportunities for students and staff in the areas of research and development, mobility programmes and career opportunities, among others.

While these developments are encouraging, the true story of the University is about its students. Many of our alumni have gone on to achieve great things in life – from business to science and the performing arts. Most remain in close contact and the University is gratified to play a role in grooming movers and shakers that define today’s – and tomorrow’s – world.

Since its inception in 1986, UCSI University has been committed to further the discovery and celebration of knowledge. The University’s commitment – and success – in undergraduate teaching is matched by its progress in research and the discovery of knowledge, making it a true hub of higher education. Seeking to open doors for students around the world, the University’s generous financial aid programme ensures that prodigious students from all economic backgrounds can afford a UCSI University education.

Vision

To be an intellectually resilient praxis university renowned for its leadership in academic pursuits and engagement with the industry and the community

Mission

• To promote transformative education that empowers students from all walks of life to be successful individuals with integrity, professionalism and a desire to contribute to society
• To optimise relationships between industry and academia through the provision of education and unparalleled workplace exposure via praxis centres
• To spearhead innovation in teaching and learning excellence through unique delivery systems
• To foster a sustainable culture of research, value innovation and practice, in partnership with industries and society
• To operate ethically at the highest standards of efficiency, while instilling values of diversity and inclusiveness, to sustain the vision for future generations

Why Study at UCSI University in Kuala Lumpur

Studying at UCSI University in Kuala Lumpur can offer several advantages and opportunities for students. Here are some reasons why you might consider studying at UCSI University:

1. Academic Excellence: UCSI University is known for its commitment to academic excellence. It has received numerous awards and accolades for its programs and teaching quality. The university offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines, including business, engineering, health sciences, and the arts.
2. Diverse and Inclusive Environment: Kuala Lumpur is a multicultural city, and UCSI University reflects this diversity. Students from all over the world come to study here, creating a vibrant and inclusive campus community. This diversity can provide a rich cultural experience and help students develop a global perspective.
3. State-of-the-Art Facilities: UCSI University has invested significantly in its facilities and infrastructure. It boasts modern classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, libraries, and recreational areas. These facilities can enhance the overall learning experience and provide students with access to resources needed for their studies.
4. Industry Connections: UCSI University has strong ties with various industries and employers in Kuala Lumpur. This can open up internship and job opportunities for students, helping them gain practical experience and build a professional network while studying.
5. Scholarships and Financial Aid: The university offers a range of scholarships and financial aid options to support deserving students in their academic journey. This can help alleviate the financial burden of studying abroad.
6. Research Opportunities: UCSI University is involved in various research projects and initiatives. Students can benefit from engaging in research activities, working with experienced faculty members, and contributing to cutting-edge research in their field of study.
7. Location: Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city. It offers a mix of cultural, recreational, and career opportunities. Students can explore the city's rich cultural heritage, enjoy its diverse cuisine, and take part in various activities and events.
8. English Language Instruction: English is the medium of instruction at UCSI University, which can be advantageous for international students who want to improve their English language skills.
9. Global Recognition: UCSI University is recognized by various accreditation bodies and has partnerships with institutions and organizations worldwide. This can enhance the mobility and recognition of your degree internationally.
10. Quality of Life: Malaysia, in general, offers a high quality of life at a relatively lower cost compared to many Western countries. Students can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle while pursuing their education.

Programme outline

Faculties

• UCSI Graduate Business School
• Faculty of Applied Sciences
• Faculty of Business and Management
• Faculty of Engineering, Technology & Built Environment
• Faculty of Hospitality & Tourism Management
• Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences
• Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Faculty of Social Sciences & Liberal Arts
• De Institute of Creative Arts and Design
• Institute of Actuarial Science and Data Analytics
• Institute of Computer Science and Digital Innovation
• Institute of Music
• Pre-U Studies
• Centre for Languages

Accomodation

The Accommodation unit of Alumni & Support Services Department is under the care of Student Affairs & Alumni. As management, part of our role is to observe cleanliness and maintenance of the hostel, to establish security and safety in the residential halls, to ensure that integration between the residents is maintained, and that the rules and regulations of the hostel are adhered, to ensure students would enjoy their learning and living at UCSI University.

Objectives

Services

It includes ensuring students enjoy the experience of living in an impressive quality environment. UCSI University offers students a healthy residence with services that support their learning and development process.

Students can opt to either reside in UCSI University's on-campus residential halls or at the off-campus condominium-styled accommodations. We also provide temporary accommodations for our students and guests who are coming for a short stay.

Facilities

Students Activities and Recreation

SAR provides and enhances the students educational experiences at UCSI University with diverse opportunities for practical experience through co-curricular activities.

These activities provide valuable hands-on experience for leadership and character development through social, cultural, intellectual, recreational, community services and campus governance programmes.

Student Council and Student Clubs

The UCSI Student Council is the student representative organization consisting of members from various majors and backgrounds – all of whom are dedicated to being the voice of the students while acting as a bridge between the students and the university management. Among the many functions of the Student Council, the most important include enhancing students’ rights, opportunities and general experience for each and every student regardless of where they are from. We seek to provide equal opportunities in event organization, the promotion of positive learning and ensuring a comfortable learning environment for all students. We offer guidance and support in any way we can to all students. Please feel free to approach us for any enquiries.

The membership of the Student Council is elected by the student community every year. University-wide recruitment and election campaigns are normally held by aspiring groups to form the next council and votings are done and tabulated in all fairness, without fear or favour.

Youth Beyond Boundaries

Youth Beyond Boundaries (YBB) is a fraternity led by students that turns game-changing ideas into consequential outcomes. The purpose of YBB is to empower UCSI University scholars with holistic leadership development. This initiative has provided students to garner leadership experience through their various involvement under the main focus areas of YBB:

• Youth and Development
• Environment
• Community
• Entrepreneurship

Student Development & Counselling Department (SDCD)

Student Development & Counselling Department (SDCD) focuses on helping students in dealing with the challenges and difficulties in their study journey as well as guiding and empowering them in overcoming challenges.

We aim to cater students’ needs psychologically and in their academic development. We believe every student is a unique individual with unlimited ability to excel and achieve their highest potential for their future. With that, we are here to provide a wide range of counselling services.

Student Welfare Council

The Student Welfare Council (SWC) serves as a platform where all members of the Student Welfare Committee meet and come together to table, address, advice and execute matters pertaining to students, be it academic or administrative in nature.

The SWC reaches out to diverse members in the University to initiate the process of engagement in seeking for different stakeholders’ inputs before putting it into practice and spur good practice in enhancing students’ experience.

The SWC is to report back to the Vice Chancellor through the office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Alumni on a quarterly basis.

Supporting Services

Unicomms International

Here’s one way you can stay connected with your loved ones. UniComms is a telco that provides telephony and data services at affordable rates to subscribers. The mobile virtual network operator aspires to connect international and local students with their family and friends while maintaining a top-notch service.

UCSI 1Card

UCSI 1Card, which doubles up as a debit card and an ID access card, provides convenience, comfort, and benefits to its community. With UCSI 1Card, students and staff also get to enjoy great deals and promotions on a monthly basis at an array of participating merchants.

Laurent Bleu Skin Science Centre

For medical services, here’s where you want to head. Laurent Bleu stands out as a centre of excellence for skin science, regenerative medicine, aesthetics, and wellness for UCSI students, staff, and the general public.

Sustainable Development Goals

UCSI University is deeply committed to sustainability, considering it a fundamental purpose woven into every aspect of their institution. We aim to lead by example in creating a sustainable world through education, research, and action. Besides ensuring equality and harmonious communities,  the university also focuses on minimising its ecological footprint through energy-efficient campus operations, renewable energy sources, waste reduction, and water conservation initiatives.

The curriculum is designed to empower students across different disciplines with the knowledge and skills to address complex sustainability issues. UCSI actively engages with the community and industry partners to promote sustainability beyond their campus and acts as a catalyst for change.

The university is dedicated to conducting research and training that benefit industries and align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. We actively promote sustainability in various areas of university life and collaborate with organisations to achieve global sustainability goals.

Training and Internship

At UCSI, students are given opportunities to gain industry exposure and knowledge as well as improve their skills for employability and career advancement. We provide integrated services to all our students towards an invaluable and rewarding career journey that demands continual learning and integration.

Below are the opportunities available for training and internship.

Explore Opportunities with 4600 Co-Op Partners

Build your career success that demands continual learning and integration.

Employment and Co-Op Placement Centre

We provide integrated services to all UCSI University students to contribute to their intentional and rewarding career journey.

My Employment and Co-Op Portal

myCo-Op is UCSI University’s own "home-grown" web portal, which was mainly designed to enable Co-Op partners to advertise available vacancies in their organisation and for students to apply for these vacancies directly online. Currently, we have 4600 Co-Op industry partners registered in our portal.

Awards and Recognition

QS World University Rankings 2024

Ranked 300 in the competitive annual rankings, UCSI is classified in the world’s top 1% for the second year running.

• QS World University Rankings 2023 by Subjects:
  • Top 21 Performing Arts (Music)
  • Top 34 Hospitality & Leisure Management
  • Top 150 Petroleum Engineering
  • Top 200 Art and Design
  • Top 200 Business & Management Studies
  • Top 300 Pharmacy & Pharmacology
  • Top 330 Social Sciences & Management
  • Top 400 Chemical Engineering
  • Top 600 Medicine
• QS Asia University Rankings 2023 - ranked 72
• QS World University Rankings 2023 - Ranked 284
• QS Recognition for Improvement
• QS World University Rankings 2022 by Subjects:
  • Top 19 Performing Arts (Music)
  • Top 40 Hospitality & Leisure Management
  • Top 150 Petroleum Engineering
  • Top 230 Art and Design
  • Top 250 Business & Management Studies
  • Top 400 Chemical Engineering
  • Top 400 Social Sciences & Management
  • Top 500 Medicine
• QS Asia University Rankings 2022 - ranked 77
• QS World University Ranking 2022 - ranked 347
• RCE Greater Kuala Lumpur by United Nations University (2021)
• Top 50 Performing Arts - Institute of Music (IMus) is placed 45 in the world
• Top 100 Hospitality and Leisure Management
• Top 150 Petroleum Engineering
• Top 300 Business & Management Studies
• 2021 QS Top 50 Under 50 under 50 years old
• QS World University Rankings 2021 - Rank 391
• QS World University Rankings By Subject 2020
• Third time best for performing arts - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020
• QS World University Rankings 2020 - Rank 442
• Star rating in SETARA 2019 as VERY COMPETITIVE in the MATURE UNIVERSITY category
• QS World University Rankings 2019 - Rank 48
• QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019 - Top 100 in the world for performing arts
• Malaysia’s Best Private University Award 2019
• RCE Kuching by United Nations University (2018)
• QS University Rankings: Asia 2018 - Rank 212
• QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018 - Top 100 in the world for performing arts
• Tier 5 (Emerging Universities) in SETARA 2017
• QS Asian University Rankings 2015
• Top 300 in the QS Asian University Rankings (2015)
• Lifetime Achievement Brand Award (2014) (2015)
• SETARA Tier 5 (Excellent) Rating 2013
• World Sense of Place Awards - University Precinct of the Year (2013)
• Brand Laureate SMEs Chapter Award for the Best Brand in Tertiary Education 2008/09
• Export Excellence Award - Education Services (2008)
• Special Award for Quality Management (2007)
• Special Awards for Quality (2006)
• MSC-Status Company (Since 1999)
• Malaysia Canada Business Council
  • Company of the Year (2008)
  • Company of the Year (2003)
  • Good Corporate Citizen Award (2002)
  • Entrepreneur of the Year (2002)
• Human Resources Minister Award (2003)
• MATRADE -Export Excellence Award for Services (2004)
• IPRM Crystal Award
• Top of the Class Commendation - Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education, UK
• ISO 9001:2000 Certification
• International Best Image Award - Spain International Best Image in Industry & Commerce
• GTI Specialist Publishers
  • Top Customers (Local University College)
  • Most Page Views Course Profile (www.ucsiuniversity.edu.my)

Scholarships and Financial Aids

UCSI University Trust Scholarships

Realise your aspirations with UCSI University Trust Scholarship. We have allocated RM30million in scholarships for prodigious students like you. Scholarships and a Sports Bursary are awarded to deserving Malaysians irrespective of race, religion and creed to pursue their higher education at UCSI University. Scholarships are offered to students at Foundation, A-Levels, Diploma, Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. 

• Tan Sri Ahmad Razali Merit Scholarship Award
• UCSI University Trust Scholarship
• UCSI University Trust Principals’ Award
• UCSI University Trust Pre-U Scholarship
• UCSI University Trust Sports Bursary
• UCSI University Trust Education Grant
• UCSI University Trust Graduate Scholarship
• UCSI University Trust Graduate Assistantship
• Kuok Foundation Berhad Undergraduate Awards 2023 (Private Universities)

PTPTN

The PTPTN Education Financing Scheme was established to provide education financing to Malaysian students pursuing studies at local institutions of higher education. This education financing will enable students to partially finance their tuition fees for the duration of their study.

UCSI University Trust Financial Assistance

Open to Malaysian students who come from rural area of Malaysia, low income family, single parent family with low income background, OKU and other similar difficult situations for diploma studies at UCSI University.

Students will be exposed to an enriching academic-learning experience, develop their personal strengths, and be provided with solid industrial training that will equip them for the future. Successful candidate will obtain up to 50% tuition fee waiver. Terms and conditions apply.

For more information, please contact UCSI University Trust or email [email protected]

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