
UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College (George town)
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Institution Profile
Established in 1983, and a pioneer in Malaysian private education, KDU College continues to be an innovative leader in being the first SMART College. Through our SMART initiatives, KDU aims to provide a superior learning experience to nurture students. Our graduates gain knowledge and skills in a meaningful context, enabling them to harness energy in seeking new solutions in their specialized field of study.
KDU College continues to help meet the educational needs of the country by opening doors for more Malaysians to further their education in academic, professional, vocational and technical areas. The college prides itself with more than 45,000 graduates, many of whom have emerged as top students and competent graduates who excel in their careers.
KDU's Vision:
- To be the premier education provider that benefits society
KDU's Mission:
- To provide superior learning experiences in a caring and conducive environment for our students to realize their full potential to become individuals who are successful and relevant; and will contribute positively to society;
- To recognize our employees as our single most important resource to be nurtured in a caring and conducive environment for them to realize their full potential; and
- To create and enhance value for all our stakeholders.
KDU Smart Community
The KDU Smart Community comes alive with the dynamic symbiosis between KDU students, staff, and university partners interacting with the industries and global communities. At the heart of this SMART COMMUNITY, emphasis is placed on the process of learning and teaching that begins with KDU's quality programmes, staff and learning environment.
Lecturers undergo specialised training in the methodology of teaching and learning that facilitates the students' learning to groom them towards being independent learners. These students will continue to excel because they are life-long learners.
The SMART teaching and learning approach provides opportunities for students to gather information from global communities, and analyse and apply their knowledge in meaningful contexts. Working individually and also in small groups, students gain essential soft-skills through interpersonal and intrapersonal interactions such as skills in communication, decision making and time management. These are elements that prepare students for a bright and promising future.
KDU College is a subsidiary of the Paramount Corporation Berhad, a public-listed company with divisions in education, property and construction development. Subsidiaries of the education division includes two colleges - KDU Petaling Jaya and KDU Penang; and the Sri KDU secondary and primary school.
Courses Offered
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Pre-University/Foundation Studies
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Foundation in ArtsLevel: Pre-University/Foundation StudiesFees (Local): 16,850/Course Duration: 1 Year |
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Foundation in ScienceLevel: Pre-University/Foundation StudiesFees (Local): 17,450/Course Duration: 1 Year |
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Diploma Level
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Diploma in AccountingLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): 33,950/Course Duration: 2 Years |
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Diploma in BusinessLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): 33,620/Course Duration: 2 Years |
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Diploma in Digital AnimationLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): 47,180/Course Duration: 2.5 Years |
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Diploma in Hotel ManagementLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): 38,980/Course Duration: 2.5 Years |
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Diploma in Information TechnologyLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): 38,090/Course Duration: 2 years 4 months |
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Diploma in International Hotel ManagementLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): 38,980/Course Duration: 2 Years |
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Diploma in Mass CommunicationLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): 37,660/Course Duration: 2 Years 4 months |
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Diploma in Professional Chef TrainingLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): 46,130/Course Duration: 2 years 4 months |
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Bachelor's Degree Level
Masters Degree Level
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Master in Computer ScienceLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM19,780 (Full Time),RM27,220 (Part Time) Duration: 2-4 years (Full-time), 3-6 years (Part-time) |
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Master of BusinessLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): 19,780 (Full Time),27,220 (Part Time) Duration: 2-4 years (Full-Time) / 3-8 years (Part-Time) |
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)Level: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): 30,750/Course Duration: 1 year(FT)/ 2 years (PT) |
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Master of Business Administration in Tourism ManagementLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): 34,700 (fulltime)/Course Duration: 1 year 4 month (Full-Time), 2 years+ ( Part-Time) |
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Master of Science (Engineering)Level: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): 19,780 (Full Time),27,220 (Part Time) Duration: 2-4 years (Full-time), 3-6 years (Part-time) |
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Master of Science in Hospitality And TourismLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM19,780 (Full Time),RM27,220 (Part Time) Duration: 2-4 years (Full-time), 3-6 years (Part-time) |
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Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) Level
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Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science)Level: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) LevelFees (Local): RM29,300 (Full Time),RM37,100 (Part Time) Duration: 3-6 years (Full-time), 4-8 years (Part-time) |
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Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering)Level: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) LevelFees (Local): 29,300(FULLTIME)/RM37,100(PT) Duration: 3-6 Years(FT), 4-8 Years(PT) |
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Doctor of Philosophy (Hospitality And Tourism)Level: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) LevelFees (Local): RM29,300 (Full Time),RM37,100 (Part Time) Duration: 2-4 years (Full-time), 3-6 years (Part-time) |
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Contact Details
UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College (George town)
Address: 32, Jalan Anson, 10400 George town Pulau Pinang |
Type: Private University & University College Tel: 604-226 6368Fax: 604-228 0054 Website: https://www.uowmkdu.edu.my/ |
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UOW Malaysia KDU University College (HQ) |
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Type: Private University & University College Tel: 03-55650538Website: https://www.uowmkdu.edu.my/ |
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UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College (Batu Kawan) |
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Type: Private University & University College Website: https://www.uowmkdu.edu.my/ |
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Key Personnel
![]() Professor Chong Beng KeokVice Chancellor , UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College (George town) The Vice Chancellor of UOW M KDU Penang University College, Prof. Dr. BK Chong, has been the Principal since 2006. Over the years from 2006 to 2019, the university college won a swathe of awards, receiving a 5 star-rating from the Ministry of Higher Education for two consecutive terms (2010/2011- 2012/2013); the ultimate accolade, a 6-star rating in November 2015 and finally upgrading the college to a university college status in 2015. Her academic staff and their students from the various departments have also won many prestigious awards over the years; some undergraduate students have even presented conference papers which have been published in overseas journals. An engineer by training, Prof. Chong had grown the School of Engineering at KDU College, Penang from strength to strength over a span of nine years (1997-2006). With her prior extensive experience in business and education, she introduced many engineering programmes ranging from diploma to undergraduate levels from 1997 to 2006. With her dedication and dynamism as well as strong industry networks, she had expanded the enrolment of the School from an initial batch of 50 students to over 800 students in year 2002. When the merger of School of Computing and Engineering took place in 2001, she was appointed to head the new School and she further expanded the school to reach a record enrolment of 1800 students. Working in collaboration with many foreign universities, she strategically integrated the input from the regional industry into the curriculum to ensure that the programmes offered, contributed to the development of human capital, imperative for technological growth at the national level. This is evidenced by the thousands of KDU computing and engineering graduates who hold key positions in the industry globally. Dr. Chong always believes that it is important and essential for professionals, especially teachers and researchers to continue to get involved in professional societies and their associated activities. She is passionate about producing graduates for the ‘real’ world, who are attuned to the needs of industry; and yet, who have values of integrity and compassion, so that they can go anywhere in the world and make a tangible difference in the lives of people. She is looking forward to the growth of Batu Kawan campus, which is her brainchild, designed to train students to reach their fullest potential, achieving their dreams and ambitions; making their families and their alma mater proud. Dr. Chong is a two-time alumna from the University of New South Wales, Australia, with a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) and Masters of Science (Engineering). She obtained a Doctorate in Education from the University of Southern Queensland, Australia. She is a registered engineer with the Board of Engineers, Malaysia and a senior member of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). |
Student Testimonials
![]() Nerissa Law
My years at KDU College are filled with beautiful moments, challenges and excitement. I’ve discovered my best facets and encountered many opportunities through the college. I cherish my course mates and lecturers whom I‘ve formed strong bonds with. |
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![]() Jerry Tan Hong Theam
KDU College is like a second home to me because I spend a lot of time and I have many friends here. The art gallery is the place where I get inspirations for my designs. Over here, besides learning about design, the lecturers also inculcate good values in life in our lessons. I am proud to say that I learnt about life, how to be a better person and how to treat others here. |
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![]() Krisna Raha Dianty WijayaCourse: BSc. (Hons) in Computing Studies, Northumbria University, UK I chose KDU College, Penang because KDU College, Penang had the best IT programme. I went around checking out IT programmes in other colleges, but realized that KDU had the best course structure. I have been here for the past four years and I find that the facilities here up-to-date and the lecturers approachable. I have also improved on my communication skills during my time in the Centre for English Language (CEL) and I am now able to speak English confidently in public. |