Explore UOW Malaysia KDU Penang

Explore UOW Malaysia University College

KDU was welcomed into UOW's global network in 2019.

Recognised for its long history of providing accessible, quality, private tertiary education to Malaysia and surrounding regions, KDU was welcomed as part of UOW’s global network in September 2019.

With 36 years of experience, KDU is a pioneer in private higher education in Malaysia. From 1983 to now, KDU has grown in size, stature and network. From a single college campus in Damansara Jaya Kuala Lumpur, UOWMKDU now has university college facilities at Utropolis, Glenmarie, a university college at Jalan Anson in the heart of Georgetown, Penang, and a fourth campus now in Batu Kawan, Penang. These highly respected colleges currently have more than 5,000 students, with capacity to expand to 13,000.

UOWMKDU delivers vibrant, industry-focused programs at foundation, diploma, degree and masters levels. 99 exceptional programs are offered in business, communications, computing, creative arts, engineering, game development, hospitality, nursing, tourism and culinary arts. The introduction of new programs is based on high quality curricula, teaching and assessment standards, and a clear strategy to achieve full university status to offer locally accredited programs with Australian equivalency.

Tour the University of Wollongong in 360°

Australian campuses

UOW is a global network of campuses, delivering world-class research and teaching to students in Australia, the United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore.

Wollongong

UOW’s main Wollongong campus is set in the native Australian bush and is one of the most picturesque university campuses in Australia. Less than two kilometres east is UOW’s Innovation Campus – a research and technology precinct that houses innovative organisations as well as some of UOW’s leading research institutes.

• Wollongong
• Innovation Campus

Sydney

UOW has two campuses in Australia’s largest city, Sydney, and a new campus in one of Australia’s fastest-growing regions, the Great South West.

• Southern Sydney (Loftus)
• South Western Sydney (Liverpool)
• Sydney CBD (Circular Quay)

Regional

In 1993 UOW established the first of its regional campuses in the Shoalhaven. Since then the network has been extended so that residents of other regional areas can benefit from a university education close to home.

• Batemans Bay
• Bega
• Shoalhaven (Nowra)
• Southern Highlands (Moss Vale)

A highly regarded post-secondary institution in Hong Kong

UOW College Hong Kong (UOWCHK) is acknowledged as a leading institution delivering higher education in Hong Kong, providing quality tertiary education for about 3,500 students.  The College is registered under the Post-secondary Colleges Ordinance (Cap 320) as an Approved Post-secondary College in Hong Kong.

The College offers a wide range of accredited Degree and Associate Degree (AD) programmes, Higher Diploma (HD) programmes, a Diploma in General Studies, and International Language Proficiency Tests with preparatory courses.  In association with the University of Wollongong (UOW), the College offers accredited UOW top-up degrees as an articulation pathway for associate degree or higher diploma graduates.  With about 220 well qualified and dedicated staff, UOWCHK is highly regarded for its rigour in quality assurance and its emphasis on holistic education.  Employers who offer placement opportunities and internships affirm the role UOWCHK plays in students’ education, career development and personal growth.

Since 2015, UOW College Hong Kong has been part of the global network of the University of Wollongong (UOW) in Australia, one of the world’s top 200 universities.  Its heritage stems from the Community College of City University (CCCU), which has a long history of providing higher education to the Hong Kong community.  The College maintains an unwavering commitment to delivering top quality education and services that not only nurtures the intellect, but also fosters personal discovery and growth.  We aim to empower our students with rigorous curriculum design and early career exposure to relevant industries, and enhance our students’ experience through study tours and local activities.

For over 30 years UOW College Australia has helped more than 30,000 students from over 70 nations continue their education. At UOW College Australia, we respect difference because it brings individuality and a rich variety of experiences to the classroom. We also know that diversity and equity help us to improve our college, enhance innovation and assist in supporting our students to achieve their educational goals.

Our students learn via a range of methods including lectures, tutorials and practical sessions in specialised computer and science laboratories. Our teachers are committed and dedicated to student learning.

UOW College Australia students benefit from a combination of quality academic courses, small class sizes and our caring culture. UOW College Australia provides the vital support students need to succeed at university. Our class sizes facilitate an interactive approach, ensuring an exceptional learning experience from our highly qualified teaching staff.