Institution Profile

Background

Saito University College is an award-winning 30-year-old education institution founded by Mr. Tetsuo Saito with its roots deep in design-based courses but has over the past decade diversified into security, law enforcement, business, hospitality, culinary arts, logistics, education and languages programmes.

1988
Founded by Tetsuo Saito. Initially known as Saito Academy of Graphic Design – Malaysia’s FIRST Diploma in Graphic Design programme.

1996
Launched a new programme – Diploma in Interior Design. Campus moved to larger facility at No. 2 and 4, Jalan 52/18, PJ New Town.

2002
Launched 3rd Design programme – Diploma in Multimedia Design.

2008
Launched the Diploma in Security Management programme. The beginning of Saito Security Academy.

2010
Moved into current PJ campus to cater to growing number of students. Won the Prime Minister Corporate Social Responsibility Award.

2011
Saito student population reached 1,000 students. Won NAPEI Excellence Award, Medium-sized College. Awarded a Certificate of Merit by The Star Outstanding Business Award.

2012
Launched another new Design programme – Diploma in Fashion Design. Launched the Diploma in Human Resource Management programme. The beginning of a new school – Saito Business School.Saito students made their mark in the MALAYSIA BOOK OF RECORDS for the biggest 3D Painting on canvas for Nestle Malaysia’s 100th Anniversary.

2013
Won NAPEI Excellence Award, Large-scale College. Awarded 6-stars (Outstanding) MyQuest rating in the ‘Science, Mathematics and Computing’ cluster by the Ministry of Higher Education. Launched new programme in Saito Security Academy – Diploma in Law Enforcement Administration.

2014
Won NAPEI Excellence Award, Large-scale College. Awarded 6-stars (Outstanding) MyQuest rating in the ‘Science, Mathematics and Computing’ cluster by the Ministry of Higher Education. Launched new programme in Saito Security Academy – Diploma in Law Enforcement Administration.

2015
Awarded IQNet & SIRIM QAS International (ISO 9001:2008) • Design & Development of Education Programmes • Provision of Education Services at Certificate of Diploma Levels • Provision of Related Support Services (Excluding Transportation & Accommodation) Launched new programme in Saito Business School – Diploma in Business Management.

2017
Upgraded to Saito University College. Awarded 6-stars (Outstanding) MyQuest rating in the ‘Arts & Humanities’ cluster and the ‘Services’ cluster by the Ministry of Higher Education. Launched Degree courses – Bachelor of Human Resources Management (Hons) & Bachelor of Arts in Law Enforcement (Investigation) (Hons).

VISION
To provide educational opportunities to students that will enable them to make a positive change to their lives and to the community around them.

MISSION
To be a university of choice for both students and employers and have a reputation for applied and work integrated learning and a student population of 7,000 by year 2020.

Programmes

SAITO Design School

• Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) (Honours) - MQA/PA1123 (N/213/4/0154) JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/158 Jld.2(26) -10/23
• Bachelor of Design (Digital Media) (Honours) - MQA/PA11129 (N/214/6/0211) JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/158(3)Jld.2(30) -12/23
• Foundation in Design - MQA/PA10087 (N/010/3/0488) JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/158 Jld.2(25) -10/23
• Diploma in Graphic Design - MQA/A10339 (R2/213/4/0154) JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/158 Jld.2(16) -5/24
• Diploma in Multimedia Design - MQA/A9072 (R2/213/4/0126) JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/158 Jld.2(16) -8/23
• Diploma in Interior Design - MQA/A8993 (R2/214/4/0079) JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/158 Jld.2(15) -7/23
• Diploma in Fashion Design - MQA/FA2082 (R/214/4/0062) JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/B266 Jld.3(11) -10/22

Lé Masters School of Hospitality & Culinary Arts

• Bachelor of Hospitality Management (Honours)
• Diploma in Hotel Management
• Diploma in Culinary Arts
• Diploma in Pastry Arts
• Foundation in Hospitality

SAITO Business School

• Bachelor of Human Resource Management (Honours) - MQA/PA8544 (N/345/6/1005) JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/B266 Jld.7(5) -02/22
• Bachelor of Business (Management) (Honours) - MQA/PA10536 (N/345/6/1090) JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/158 Jld.2(28) -11/23
• Bachelor of Business (Digital Marketing) (Honours) - MQA/PA11937 (N/342/6/0211) JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/158 Jld.2(38) -7/24
• Foundation in Business Studies - MQA/FA8545 (N/010/3/0488) JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/158 Jld.2(3)-06/21
• Diploma in Human Resource Management - MQA/FA1785 (R/340/4/0729) JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/B266 Jld.7(3) -09/22
• Diploma in Business Management - MQA/PA5714 (N/345/4/0811) JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/B266 Jld.3(5) -06/20

The Prime School of Integrated Logistics

• Bachelor of Business in Logistics Management and E-business (Honours)
• Diploma in Logistics Management

SAITO Security Academy

• Bachelor of Arts in Law Enforcement (Investigation) (Honours) - MQA/PA7540 (N/861/6/0016) JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/B266 Jld.7(2) -2/22
• Diploma in Security Management - MQA/A6912 (R2/862/4/0052) JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/B266 Jld.6(12) -7/21
• Diploma in Law Enforcement Administration - MQA/FA1577 (R/861/4/0003) JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/B266 Jld.7(4) -9/22
• Foundation in Police Science - MQA/PA10517 (N/010/3/0527) JPT/BPP(U) 1000-801/158 Jld.2(39)

SAITO School of Education and Modern Languages

• Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Early Childhood Education)
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Student Facilities

We are strategically located next to MBPJ, the central of Petaling Jaya. The Taman Jaya LRT is within a short 10-15 min walking distance or with a feeder bus. There are shopping malls, restaurants and banks within walking distance.

Saito has prepared comprehensive and advanced facilities for Saito students to not only make sure they enjoy their academic lives at Saito, but also provide the support and tools that will help them succeed in their studies. Saito has the best location, fully equipped computer labs and a wide variety of student activities. Saito has prepared comprehensive and advanced facilities for Saito students to not only make sure they enjoy their academic lives at Saito, but also provide the support and tools that will help them succeed in their studies.

Student Support Services

Saito University College has an in-house Counsellor to help and guide our students on all student affairs and academic matters at all times.

Student Development Activities for Employability

When you join Saito University College, you’ll learn from your lecturers as well as industry professionals. You’ll also get the opportunity to take on real world projects and be guided by some of the best design minds in Malaysia. Your exposure to our professional industry partners will give you the competitive edge which will make you more employable in the creative industry.

Awards and Recognition

• MYQUEST 6 STARS – OUTSTANDING RATING IN ARTS AND HUMANITIES
• SIRIMNAPEI EDUCATION EXCELLENCE AWARD 2010
• UKAS QUALITY MANAGEMENT
• ANYGERAH CSR PERDANA MENTERI
• KPT
• MQA – Malaysian Qualifications Agency
• MOHE

Courses Offered

Click on a programme name for full details.

Contact Details

Active Scholarships

• Scholarship / Fund / Loan

  Deadline

• SAITO UC Scholarship 2021

  Deadline: 31 December 2021

  Saito University College is offering scholarships to students who wish to pursue their education in Diploma, Degree and Foundation programmes.
  31 December 2021

Key Personnel

Professor Sulong Ahmad Kamaruddin Vice-Chancellor , Saito University College It’s an honour for me to lead a team of highly qualified administrators and faculty members of the new Saito University College. Together, as a team we will develop this University College which will be known for its excellence of its teaching and learning as well as its contribution to the local, national and even international communities. Our challenge is to generate ideas that will benefit society and to educate and train people to work in fields where they will be valued both for their specialised knowledge, innovativeness, creativity and for their problem solving abilities. The University is committed to academic excellence and graduate employability education. The current undergraduate programmes in management, design and law security management will be further strengthened with the addition of three new industry specific dual degree and graduate programmes that serve critical workforce needs for the nation. The graduates of these programmes will have knowledge and skills that will bring about a better tomorrow. These programmes will be positioned to meet market needs. Private and public sector cooperation will result in creating a regional hub for continuing lifelong professional training and development for our graduates and undergraduates. The University College will work closely with partners from different sectors, sharing ideas on working better together, resulting in exciting and ground-breaking “academic-work-place’ collaborations. In our internationalization efforts we are committed and continuously expanding our regional reach in Myanmar, Cambodia, Nepal and Sri Lanka. In fact, the University has already begun working with these countries. Our goal in these countries is to create opportunities for both staff and student to effectively contribute to their respective countries’ vision for the future. We are indeed proud of our role in higher education in these fast developing countries. I welcome all the students who have chosen to be a part of Saito University College. Meet our friendly staff anytime to learn more about our programmes. Do not hesitate to give us your feedback. We are always looking for new ideas and ways to improve and enhance the quality of our products to ensure the best possible learning experience for students and faculty.

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