Choosing the right place for studies
TODAY, school leavers are spoilt for choice when it comes to universities and courses. So how do you make the best selection?
Peers and lifestyle may play a part in your decision. Most often, these could be the wrong reasons. On the other hand, you are encouraged to keep an open mind and go for an education that fits your needs. Do consider these factors the next time you visit a college or university: - Wherein your passion lies Start off with a career profiling test, which will help reveal your career interest. For those who do know what their interest is, KDU University College has a vast option of diploma programmes geared towards preparing students especially for the degree course of the same study field.
Those who aren’t sure can always take up pre-university programmes. These programmes will allow students more time to decide on their next area of study. Teaching faculty Over the years, KDU’S commitment remains the same- to provide quality education. Its efficient and robust academic staff is not only dedicated but also experienced in the education field. Regardless of academia or life in general, KDU believes that people should learn more from people and not just from books. University recognition A point to consider is the rank of the university and its international acceptance. The higher the rank of the institution, the more challenging the programme may be. This high level of expectation and challenge is what many good employers are looking out for. Can my parents afford this? Many education institutions are now offering affordable twinning programmes (1+2, 2+1 or 3+0) with various partner universities overseas- you can be a graduate of an established international university by just studying in Malaysia. Some twinning and franchise programmes KDU offers includes Murdoch University’s business and mass communication degree programmes; Northumbria’s University’s engineering and computing degree programmes; law programmes from Oxford Brookes University and University of London International Programmes; business programmes from Keele University as well as hospitality, tourism and culinary programmes from IMI University Centre. Facilities A campus tour not only gives you a feel of the campus and surrounding, but is also a good opportunity to check out the facilities.
For example, KDU’S mass communication students have the benefit of using the imac lab, photography studio and radio studio, while game development students enjoy a game lab fitted with Alienware desktops. Other facilities in KDU include its three service restaurants, culinary suites, molecular kitchen, range of labs for engineering and science programmes, and more. Financial assistance Enquire with your education counsellor on other scholarships that take into account not only your academic studies but also extracurricular activities, sports achievements, mid-term and trial results. KDU offers a variety of scholarships with varying quantum. Government loans such as PTPTN, education bank loans and withdrawals from parents’ EPF are also applicable. Location Your state of mind is important before starting a class. Therefore, make absolutely sure your travel to college or university is as hassle- as possible. Your institution should be located near public transportation and should also be near eateries, convenience stores, clinics and other important student amenities.
KDU University College - People Inspire People
As a pioneer in private, tertiary education in the region, KDU University College sets itself apart by providing superior learning experiences in the best environment possible and producing career-ready graduates. Its focus is to produce marketable graduates who are grounded with a strong foundation in character and knowledge in their specialisation. It offers a range of programmes under various schools.
As a testament of the consumers’ faith in the KDU brand, the university college was awarded Silver for the Education & Learning category in the Putra Brand Awards for two consecutive years. The education institution is also building a new 21.7-acre campus in Glenmarie, set to be completed in 2014.
For details on the programmes and activities happening in KDU University College PJ, call 03-7728 8123 / 03-7953 6688, e-mail best@ kdu.edu.my or log on to www.kdu. edu.my. For KDU College Penang, call 04-226 6368, e-mail best@ kdupg.edu.my, or log on to www. kdupg.edu.my