Commitment to educational excellence
CURTIN University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) understands the challenges modern students face and seeks to push them to do their best in achieving their goals.
Curtin Malaysia’s pro-vicechancellor, chief executive and president Prof Jim Mienczakowski says, “As Curtin University’s largest Asian campus and one of the fastest-growing foreign branch campuses in the world, we are widely recognised in the region for the practical and applied nature of our courses. Curtin Malaysia is deeply committed to ensuring its courses are relevant to industry and society needs.
“We develop students into knowledge creators, critical thinkers, effective communicators and responsible leaders through a holistic curriculum that influences life inside and outside the classroom. Quality and innovation are key to the design, delivery and assessment of each course.”
Curtin Malaysia has a dedicated Department of University Life that guides each student through every step, from point of entry to graduation and becoming part of Curtin University’s diverse alumni network.
Students can take part in a range of exciting activities aimed at supporting their development.
Courses offered by Curtin Malaysia’s Faculty of Engineering and Science ensure that graduates are equipped to provide solutions to challenges faced by engineering and scientific communities all over the world.
Its engineering programmes are fully accredited by Engineers Australia, Engineering Accreditation Council of Malaysia and Institution of Chemical Engineers.
Curtin Business School, which is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, offers a comprehensive range of business courses. Having strong connections to industry partners ensures that Curtin Malaysia’s courses are aligned with the latest industry trends.
Curtin Malaysia’s Faculty of Humanities is an up-and-coming school that offers programmes in communications, media and culture.
All three faculties offer one-year foundation courses that prepare students for undergraduate study in their chosen fields.
The Curtin Malaysia Graduate School offers a range of postgraduate degrees by research and coursework that allow students to develop skills in specialised fields. This approach elevates students’ comprehension to new levels, helping them become sound critical thinkers within their disciplines.
Located in Miri, Sarawak, Curtin Malaysia offers scholarships to domestic and international students in line with its commitment to let students from all backgrounds achieve their ambitions.
Last year, Curtin Malaysia retained its 5 Star: Excellent status for the fourth consecutive year in the Rating for Higher Education Institutions in Malaysia, affirming its commitment to quality education.
It has been given selfaccreditation status by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency and is the only institution in East Malaysia rated Tier 5: Excellent for engineering in the Discipline-Based Rating System.