University of Technology Sarawak (UTS)

Institution Overview

About the Institution

University College of Technology Sarawak (UCTS) is the culmination of the State of Sarawak’s vision and commitment in establishing a world-class institution of higher learning to spearhead the development and production of technical human resources for the Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy (SCORE).

UCTS is committed to facilitating students’ access to an affordable world-class university education that nurtures creative and entrepreneurial leaders through a broad education in science and technology while combining the career benefits of an applied approach for SCORE-related research and career opportunities.

Situated in Sibu, one of the main gateways into SCORE, UCTS’ campus is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art facilities to facilitate teaching, learning and research activities necessary in the production of graduates required by the industries within SCORE.

Mission

To be a global technical university founded on science and technology

Vision

To provide world-class educational programmes and learning environment to nurture creative and entrepreneurial leaders through a broad yet specialised education in science and technology

Programmes Outline

Currently, the University has 6 Schools offering 2 Foundation programmes, 13 Undergraduate programmes and 11 Postgraduate programmes. The Schools are Foundation Studies, Business & Management, Built Environment, Computing & Creative Media, Engineering & Technology and Postgraduate Studies.

Foundation Programmes

• Foundation in Arts
• Foundation in Science

Undergraduate Programmes

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons)
• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Hons)
• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Food Technology (Hons)
• Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons)
• Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture
• Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons)
• Bachelor of Accounting (Hons)
• Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Marketing
• Bachelor of Technology Management (Honours)
• Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)
• Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design (Honours)
• Bachelor of Art (Honours) in Creative Digital Media

Postgraduate Programmes

• Master of Architecture
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Project Management
• Master of Engineering
• Master of Science in Business Management
• Master of Science in Applied Science
• Master in Computing
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Management
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Science
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computing

UCTS now also runs Transfer Degree Programme with five universities namely Murdoch University from Australia; University of Essex, University of Birmingham & University of Portsmouth from the United Kingdom; and University of Canterbury from New Zealand.

Scholarship and Financial Aid

This Sarawak government university is offering financial assistance for eligible students. At Foundation level, there is UCTS Foundation Sponsorship which is open to Malaysian and is divided into 3 tiers based on their result. Tier 1 is for those scoring SPM with 4A and above, they get Free Tuition and Hostel Fees and students need to maintain GPA 2.75 and above every semester. Tier 2 is for students scoring minimum 2A, 2B, and 1C and above in SPM, they get Free Tuition Fees and students need to maintain GPA 2.50 and above every semester. Students scoring with minimum 5C and above will be in Tier 3, they get 50% Tuition Fees discount and need to maintain GPA 2.0 and above every semester.

For Undergraduate Level, there is Partial Board of Director’s Sponsorship where the requirements are minimum CGPA 2.5 and above in Foundation/Diploma/Matriculation, 2B’s in STPM or 1A in UEC. Every semester students need to maintain CGPA 2.5 ≤ 3.0 to get RM750, CGPA ≥ 3.0 ≤ 3.5 to get RM1, 250 and CGPA ≥ 3.5 – 4.0 to get RM1, 750. Besides that, corporate bodies are offering scholarships to deserving students as well.

Recognition & Achievements

All programmes are approved by the Ministry of Education Malaysia (MOE) and Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA).

Our Bachelor of Civil Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC), allowing graduates to be recognised as practising engineers under the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM).

Our Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC), allowing graduates to be recognised as practising engineers under the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM and also received accreditation from International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Our Bachelor of Electrical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC); and allowing graduates to be recognised as practising engineers under the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM).

Our Bachelor of Quantity Surveying is recognised by the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM) and the Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS).

Our Bachelor of Science in Architecture has received Board of Architects Malaysia approval.

Our Bachelor of Accounting is recognises by Chartered Tax Institute of Malaysia (CTIM) and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Why University College of Technology Sarawak (UCTS)?

• Global Technological University Founded on Science and Technology - UCTS is committed to increasing students’ access to an affordable world-class tertiary education that nurtures creative and entrepreneurial leaders through a broad education in science and technology.
• Financial Aid Available for Various Programmes - Several scholarships are available to UCTS students
• State-of-the-Art Facilities - Situated in Sibu, UCTS’ campus is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art facilities to enhance teaching, learning and research activities.