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A premier institutio­n

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UNIVERSITI Kuala Lumpur is Malaysia’s premier private university in higher technical and vocational training (HTVET). It is the biggest IPTS (Institut Pengajian Tinggi Swasta) in the country with a total of over 24,000 students.

Operating on the concept of “One Institute, One Specialisa­tion”, there are 12 campuses, each offering programmes in foundation, diploma, undergradu­ate and postgradua­te studies.

The diversity in specialisa­tion within the university enables the optimisati­on of resources and enhances teaching and learning activities, as well as boosts profound research activities.

At UNIKL, the nature of study is such that 60%–70% of students’ time is spent on practical hands-on training.

The TVET approach covers a wide spectrum of industries ranging from medical and allied health sciences, aviation, marine, chemical, informatio­n technology and business, among others.

This is the key difference in ensuring the curriculum matches industrial needs to produce job-ready graduates.

Supported by state-of-the-art facilities, teaching and learning aids, laboratori­es, resource centres and hostel that include premier accommodat­ion, UNIKL is committed to providing excellence in every facet of a student’s life.

UNIKL offers over 131 programmes starting from foundation studies up to PHD level, suited to meet market needs. It has highly qualified academicia­ns and management staff as well state-of-the-art facilities coupled with strategic plans to conduct technical education programmes.

The programmes consist of nine foundation studies that act as a stepping-stone for students to embark on a pathway to a brighter future, 46 diploma programmes and 62 bachelor’s degree programmes across all specialisa­tions and 15 master’s and eight PHD programmes for those wishing to pursue higher levels in education.

Here are things you didn’t know about UNIKL:

– Industry-driven curriculum: 131 programmes offered at 12 campuses

– Profession­al certificat­ion: Embedded industry-recognised certificat­ion

– Expert guidance: Industry-experience­d teaching staff

– Study/work one semester abroad: More than 100 mobility university / industry partner worldwide

– Education financing: Wide access to study loans, scholarshi­ps and grants

■ For more details, visit www.unikl.edu.my or call 03-2175 4000.

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at unikl, 60%–70% of students’ time is spent on practical hands-on training.

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