TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES W o r l d C l a s s D e g r e e s, T r u l y A s i a n V a l u e s TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 1 Edition 1/2010
MALAYSIA An Excellent Destination for Pursuing Higher Education Developed over the past 30 years, our unique higher education system offers YOU an international qualification of your choice. You can choose to pursue the US, UK, Australian or Malaysian degree qualifications at a very competitive cost. You will at the same time benefit from an Asian experience within Malaysia s multi-ethnic environment. Malaysia also provides you the opportunity to make acquaintances with existing international students from all over the world. These experiences and networks will give you a competitive advantage anywhere in a fast-evolving globalised world. The peaceful, modern and fascinating Malaysia is located in the heart of South-East Asia, directly south of Thailand and north of Singapore. At the beginning of 2009, there were more than 70,000 international students from more than 100 countries studying in Malaysia. These students pursue courses ranging from diplomas, degrees to PhDs at private higher educational institutions, public universities and foreign university branch campuses. This demonstrates the confidence of students from across the globe in choosing Malaysia as a preferred destination for acquiring an academic qualification. Malaysia Welcomes International Students 2 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Trans-national Bachelor s Degree Programmes a. 2+1 Twinning Degree Programmes b. Overseas Degree Pathway through Advanced Standing or Credit Transfer c. 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes Malaysia is acknowledged as one of the pioneers in this region in the development and promotion of transnational Bachelor s degree programmes. Since the early 1980s, Malaysian private higher educational institutions have collaborated with reputable universities from countries like the United Kingdom, the United States, New Zealand and Australia. Unique degree programmes such as 2+1 twinning degrees (where students study 2 years in Malaysia and 1 year at the overseas host university) and 3+0 degrees (where the entire foreign university degree programme is taught in Malaysia) offer international students abundant overseas Bachelor s degree options that meet their budget and academic needs. TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 3
2+1 Twinning Degree Programmes a. 2+1 Twinning Degree Programmes In a 2+1 or 1+2 twinning programme, students can pursue either 1 year; 1½ years; 2 years; or 2½ years at a private higher educational institution in Malaysia, out of a 3-year degree programme before going to the twinning partner university overseas to complete the remaining modules of the course. Upon fulfilling the graduation requirements, the students would be awarded the partner university s degree qualification. Malaysian educational institutions collaborate primarily with well-known universities from the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States, New Zealand as well as France. Benefits of a Twinning Degree Programme Students acquire a foreign university degree qualification with substantial savings on tuition fees and living expenses for the number of years spent studying in Malaysia. They also acquire the learning experience of two countries. For example, if you enrol in Malaysia for an engineering twinning degree programme that offers three years of study in Malaysia with the last year in Australia (i.e. 3+1 twinning degree), you may save up to AUD60,000 (USD46,500) in tuition fees and living costs compared to when you do the entire 4-year degree in Australia! On top of that, you also have the learning experience of two countries. 4 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Twinning Partner-University from Australia KDU College (Petaling Jaya) (www.kdu.edu.my) University of Tasmania, Australia Bachelor of Laws 3+1 (Aust) Yrs Metropolitan College (www.metropolitan.edu.my) Curtin Universiti of Technology, Australia Bachelor of Commerce (Accouting) 2+1 (Aust) Yrs Taylor s College (Petaling Jaya) (www.taylors.edu.my) RMIT University, Australia Bachelor of Applied Science (Information Technology) 2+1 (Aust) Yrs Taylor s University College (www.taylors.edu.my) University of New Castle, Australia Bachelor of Biomedical 1+2 (Aust) Yrs 2+1 Twinning Degree Programmes Unity College International (www.unity.edu.my) University of Ballarat, Australia Bachelor of Technology (Management) 2 Yrs (2+1) Twinning Partner-University from Egypt Sultan Ismail Petra International Islamic College (www.kias.edu.my) Universiti Al-Azhar, Egypt Ijazah Sarjana Muda Al-Syariah 3+1 (Egypt) Yrs Universiti Al-Azhar, Egypt Ijazah Sarjana Muda Usuluddin 3+1 (Egypt) Yrs Twinning Partner-University from India Melaka - Manipal Medical College (www.manipal.edu) Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) 2½ + 2½ (India) Yrs TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 5
Twinning Partner-University from the UK 2+1 Twinning Degree Programmes KDU College (Petaling Jaya) (www.kdu.edu.my) Oxford Brookes University, UK LLB 2+1 (UK) Yrs PTPL College (Penang) (www.ptpl.edu.my) Northumbria University, UK LLB (Hons) 2+1 (UK) Yrs Stamford College (Melaka) (www.stamford.edu.my) University of East London, UK Bachelor of Arts (Hons) International Business 2+1 (UK) Yrs Taylor s University College (www.taylors.edu.my) University of Birmingham UK M. Eng Mechanical Engineering 2+2 (UK) Yrs University of Birmingham, UK M.Eng. Chemical Engineering 2+2 (UK) Yrs University of Birmingham, UK M.Eng. Electronic and Electrical Engineering 2+2 (UK) Yrs University of Sheffield, UK Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering 1+ 3 (UK) Yrs University of The West England, UK Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Business Administration 2+1 (UK) Yrs University of Reading,UK Bachelor of Laws LL.B (Hons) 2+1 (UK) Yrs Twinning Partner-University from the USA TPM College (www.tpmcollege.edu.my) California State Polytechnic University,Pomona,USA Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) 2+2 (USA) Yrs California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, USA Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) 2+2 (USA) Yrs 6 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Cost of Study Estimated Tuition Fees for Twinning Degree Programmes Areas of Study Business Engineering IT Estimated Tuition Fees (RM/USD) (2 years in Malaysia + 1 year in Australia or UK) RM37,600 (2 yrs) + 7810 (1 yr) (Total tuition fee for 3 years is about USD24,355 i.e. 2 yrs in Malaysia +1 yr in UK) RM46,500 (2 yrs) + 8,610 (1 yr) (Total tuition fee for 3 years is USD28,300 i.e. 2 yrs in Malaysia + 1 yr in UK) RM39,200 (2 yrs) + A$18,000 (1 yr) (Total tuition fee for 3 years is USD24,060 i.e. 2 yrs in Malaysia +1 yr in Australia) Note: All figures are estimates only and subject to change. Source: Study in Malaysia Handbook - 7th International Edition Estimated exchange rate: USD1 = RM3.50 A$1 = RM2.50 C$1 = RM3.10 NZ$1 = RM2.70 1 = RM6.10 2+1 Twinning Degree Programmes TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 7
Advanced Standing or Credit Transfer Advanced Standing or credit transfer arrangements with universities from the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, etc. have been developed by private higher educational institutions in Malaysia since the early 1980s. An Advanced Standing Programme means that a private higher educational institution s internal diploma (or a particular degree transfer course) is recognised with advanced standing entry status by one or more partner foreign universities, in terms of credits exemption given for advancing into their bachelor s degree programmes. Therefore, students who have completed a course with advanced standing status can gain admission into the second or third year of the degree programme overseas. Advanced Standing Programmesb. The Overseas Degree Pathway through Currently, besides the American Degree Transfer Programmes, there are also Australian Degree Transfer Programmes, UK Degree Transfer Programmes and Canadian University Transfer Programmes offered by private higher educational institutions in Malaysia. As a pioneer in international education in this region, Malaysia offers access to more than 300 prestigious universities in the USA, UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Benefits of Advanced Standing Programmes Opportunity to acquire a degree qualification awarded by a foreign university Substantial cost savings Students have a wide option of universities and courses Students have the advantage of experiencing learning in two countries 8 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Australian Universities INTI International College (Penang) Degree from Australia (www.intipen.edu.my) Australian Degree Transfer Programme (Commerce) 1+2/2.5 (Aust) Yrs or 2+1/1.5 (Aust) Yrs Degree from Australia Australian Degree Transfer Programme (Science) 2+1/1.5 (Aust) Yrs INTI University College Degree from Australia (www.intimal.edu.my) Australian Degree Transfer Programme (Commerce) 1+2/2.5 (Aust) Yrs or 2+1/1.5 (Aust) Yrs Degree from Australia Australian Degree Transfer Programme (Science) 2+1/1.5 (Aust) Yrs Advanced Standing Programmes TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 9
UK Universities Advanced Standing Programmes HELP University College (www.help.edu.my) Degree from UK Universities UK Degree Transfer Programme (Law) 2+1 (UK) Yrs or 1+2 (UK) Yrs INTI University College Degree from UK Universities Degree from UK Universities Degree from UK Universities Degree from UK Universities (www.intimal.edu.my) UK Degree Transfer Programme - Civil Engineering UK Degree Transfer Programme - Electrical and Electronic Engineering UK Degree Transfer Programme - Manufacturing Systems Engineering UK Degree Transfer Programme - Mechanical Engineering 1+2 (UK) Yrs or 2+1 (UK) Yrs 1+2 (UK) Yrs or 2+1 (UK) Yrs 1+2 (UK) Yrs or 2+1 (UK) Yrs 1+2 (UK) Yrs or 2+1 (UK) Yrs Degree from UK Universities UK Degree Transfer Programme (Law) 1+2 (UK) Yrs or 2+1 (UK) Yrs Nilai University College (www.nilai.edu.my) Degree from UK Universities UK Degree Programme (Computing) 2+1 (UK) Yrs Degree from UK Universities UK Degree Transfer Programme (Business) 2+1 (UK) Yrs 10 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
American Universities INTI College (Subang Jaya) Degree from American Universities American Degree Transfer Program (Arts) 1+3 (US) Yrs or 2+2 (US) Yrs or 2.5.+1.5 (US) Yrs Degree from American Universities INTI International College (Penang) Degree from American Universities (www.intisj.edu.my) American Degree Transfer Programme (Applied Science) (www.intipen.edu.my) American Degree Transfer Programme (Applied Science) 1+3 (US) Yrs or 2+2 (US) Yrs or 2.5.+1.5 (US) Yrs 1.5 to 2 Yrs (INTI) + 1 to 2 Yrs (US) Degree from American Universities American Degree Transfer Programme (Arts) 1.5 to 2 Yrs (INTI) + 1 to 2 Yrs (US) Advanced Standing Programmes Nilai University College (www.nilai.edu.my) Degree from American Universities American Degree Transfer Program (Business) 2+2 (US) Yrs Degree from American Universities American Degree Transfer Program (Liberal Arts) 2+2 (US) Yrs Degree from American Universities American Transfer Degree Programme (Science & Engineering) 2+2 (US) Yrs Sunway University College (www.sunway.edu.my) Degree from American Universities American Degree Transfer Programme (Arts) 2+2 (US) Yrs Taylor s University College (www.taylors.edu.my) Degree from American Universities American Degree Transfer Program (Business) 2+2 (US) Yrs Degree from American Universities American Degree Transfer Program 2+2 (US) Yrs (Computer Science) Degree from American Universities American Degree Transfer Program (Engineering) 2+2 (US) Yrs TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 11
3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes c. 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes A 3+0 foreign bachelor s degree programme is an extension of a twinning programme. Under a 3+0 arrangement, a bachelor s degree programme from a leading foreign university is conducted at a private higher educational institution in Malaysia. A student is therefore able to complete their course entirely in Malaysia. Since 1998, many long-established Malaysian private institutions of higher learning have gained the confidence and trust of universities in countries like the United Kingdom, Australia, France and the United States. Consequently, these universities allow selected Malaysian private educational institutions to conduct their university degree programmes entirely in Malaysia. Upon graduation, students will be awarded a qualification from the foreign partner university. An example of tuition fees for a 3-year UK Engineering degree in Malaysia is about USD13,100 (for 3 years) as compared to 9,000 (USD15,690) per year or about 27,000 (USD47,000) (for 3 years) in the UK. 12 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Australian Universities Disted College (www.disted.edu.my) Deakin University, Australia Bachelor of Commerce HELP University College Charles Sturt University, Australia Bachelor of Business (Accounting) Charles Sturt University, Australia Bachelor of Business (Finance) Charles Sturt University, Australia Bachelor of Business (Marketing) INTI College (Sarawak) KDU College (Petaling Jaya) (www.help.edu.my) (www.intisar.edu.my) University of Wollongong, Australia Bachelor of Computer Science (www.kdu.edu.my) Murdoch University, Australia Bachelor of Mass Communication (Communication Technology + Policy) Murdoch University, Australia Bachelor of Mass Communication (Public Relations) Murdoch University, Australia Bachelor of Media (media Studies) Murdoch University, Australia Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) Murdoch University, Australia Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing and Management) 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes LimKokWing University of Creative Technology (www.limkokwing.edu.my) Curtin University of Technology, Australia Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) Curtin University of Technology, Australia Bachelor of Arts (Design) TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 13
Australian Universities 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes Metropolitan College Nilai University College (www.nilai.edu.my) La Trobe University, Australia Bachelor of Business Sunway University College (www.metropolitan.edu.my) RMIT University, Australia Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) RMIT University, Australia Bachelor of Business (Economics & Finance) Curtin University of Technology, Australia Bachelor of Commerce (Economics & Marketing) Curtin University of Technology, Australia Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Marketing) Curtin University of Technology, Australia Bachelor of Commerce (Management and Marketing) Curtin University of Technology, Australia Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) (www.sunway.edu.my) Victoria University of Technology, Australia Bachelor of Business Taylor s College (Petaling Jaya) (www.taylors.edu.my) RMIT University, Australia Bachelor of Applied Science (Computer Science) University of South Australia Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Media Management) University of South Australia Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) Taylor s University College (www.taylors.edu.my) University of South Australia Bachelor of Applied Finance University of South Australia Bachelor of Commerce University of South Australia Bachelor of Management (Marketing) University of Technology Sydney, Australia Bachelor of Business (Accounting) University of Technology Sydney, Australia Bachelor of Business (Finance) University of Technology Sydney, Australia Bachelor of Business (Information Technology) University of Technology Sydney, Australia Bachelor of Business (Marketing) Unity College International (www.unity.edu.my) University of Ballarat, Australia Bachelor of Management 14 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
French Universities Taylor s College, School of Hospitality and Tourism (www.taylors.edu.my) Universite de Toulouse, Le Mirail, France Universite de Toulouse, Le Mirail, France Switzerland Universities KDU College (Petaling Jaya) (www.kdu.edu.my) Bachelor of Tourism Management and Engineering (Hons) Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (Hons) International Hotel Management Institute (IMI), Switzerland B.A. International Hotel & Tourism Management 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 15
UK Universities 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes Asia Pacific University College Of Technology And Innovation (www.ucti.edu.my) University of Staffordshire, UK B.Sc.(Hons) in Business Computing University of Staffordshire, UK B.Sc.(Hons) in Business Information Technology University of Staffordshire, UK B.Sc.(Hons) in Computing University of Staffordshire, UK B.Sc.(Hons) in Electronic Commerce FTMS College (Kuala Lumpur) (www.ftmsglobal.com) De Monfort University, UK Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science International University College of Technology Twintech (www.iuctt.edu.my) University of Wales, UK B.Sc (Hons) in Business Information Technology University of Wales, UK B.Sc (Hons) in Computing 16 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
UK Universities INTI College (Kota Kinabalu) (www.intisabah.edu.my) Coventry University, UK B.A.(Hons) in Business Administration Coventry University, UK B.A.(Hons) in Business and Accounting Coventry University, UK B.A.(Hons) in Business and Marketing INTI College (Sarawak) (www.intisar.edu.my) University of Herthfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Business Administration University of Herthfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Marketing INTI College (Subang Jaya) (www.intisj.edu.my) University of Hertfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Accounting University of Hertfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Business Administration University of Hertfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Finance University of Hertfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Marketing Conventry University, UK B.A.(Hons) in Business Information Technology Conventry University, UK B.Sc.(Hons) in Computer Science 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes INTI International College (Penang) (www.intipen.edu.my) University of Bradford, UK Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering INTI University College (www.intimal.edu.my) Coventry University, UK B.A. (Hons) in Multimedia Computing Coventry University, UK B.A.(Hons) in Business Information Technology Coventry University, UK B.Sc.(Hons) in Computer Science Coventry University, UK B.Sc.(Hons) in Network Computing Coventry University, UK B.Sc.(Hons) in Software Engineering University of Hertfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Finance University of Hertfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Marketing University of Hertfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Accounting University of Herthfordshire, UK B.A.(Hons) in Business Administration University of Bradford, UK Bachelor Engineering (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 17
UK Universities KBU International College (www.kbu.edu.my) 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes Anglia Ruskin University, UK B.A.(Hons) Business Management The Nottingham Trent University, UK B.Eng (Hons) Electronics and Computing The Nottingham Trent University, UK B.A.(Hons) Interior Architecture & Design The Nottingham Trent University, UK B.Eng.(Hons) Electrical and Electronics Engineering The Nottingham Trent University, UK B.Sc.(Hons) Software Engineering KDU College (Penang) (www.kdupg.edu.my) Northumbria University, UK Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electrical and Electronics Engineering Northumbria University, UK B.Sc. (Hons) in Computing Studies KDU College (Petaling Jaya) (www.kdu.edu.my) Northumbria University, UK B.Eng.(Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering Northumbria University, UK B.Eng.(Hons) in Communication and Electronic Engineering Northumbria University, UK B.Sc.(Hons) in Computing Studies Northumbria University, UK B.Sc.(Hons) Multimedia Computing Kolej Poly-Tech MARA (Kuala Lumpur) Conventry University, UK Conventry University, UK (www.kptm.edu.my) Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Information Technology with Accounting Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Information Technology With International Business 18 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
UK Universities Linton College (Mantin) (www.linton.edu.my) The Nottingham Trent University, UK B.Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering The Nottingham Trent University, UK B.Eng.(Hons) Electrical & Electronics Engineering University of East London, UK B.Sc.(Hons) Software Engineering University of East London, UK Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Business Studies MAHSA University College (www.mahsa.edu.my) University of Northumbria, UK B.Sc.(Hons) Nursing Practice Development NILAI University College (www.nilai.edu.my) Oxford Brookes University, UK B.A (Hons) Business and Marketing Management Oxford Brookes University, UK Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Business & Management Oxford Brookes University, UK Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science Oxford Brookes University, UK B.A.(Hons) in Accounting and Finance 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 19
UK Universities 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes SEGI College (Kuala Lumpur) (www.segi.edu.my) University of Abertay Dundee, UK B.A. (Hons) Marketing with Business University of Abertay Dundee, UK B.A. (Hons) Accounting with Finance University of Abertay Dundee, UK B.A. (Hons) Business Administration SEGI University College (www.segi.edu.my) University of Abertay Dundee,Scotland, UK B.A (Hons) in Business Administration University of Abertay Dundee,Scotland, UK B.A (Hons) in Marketing University of Abertay Dundee, Scotland, UK B.A.(Hons) in Accountancy and Finance Stamford College (Petaling Jaya) (www.stamford.edu.my) University Of East, London, UK Bachelor of Arts (Hons) International Business Taylor s University College University of The West England, UK (www.taylors.edu.my) Bachelor of Arts (Hons) In Accounting and Finance Unity College International University of East London (UEL), UK (www.unity.edu.my) Bachelor of Science (Hons) Business Information Systems 20 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
American Universities HELP International College of Technology (www.hict.edu.my) Southern New Hampshire University, USA Bachelor of Science (Business) 4 Yrs (4+0) Putra International College (www.iputera.edu.my) Troy State University, USA Bachelor of Science in Business Administration 4 Yrs (4+0) SEGI International Graduate Studies College (www.segi.edu.my) Upper lowa University, USA Bachelor of Science 4 Yrs (4+0) 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 21
Cost of Study 3+0 Foreign Bachelor s Degree Programmes Estimated Tuition Fees for 3+0 Foreign Degree Programmes Areas of Study Business Engineering IT Hospitality & Tourism Health Science (eg Nursing) Estimated Tuition Fees (RM / USD) RM39,000 - RM50,000 (USD11,150 USD14,290) (3 yrs) RM45,000 - RM52,000 (USD12,860 USD14,860) (3yrs for UK degree) RM34,000 - RM45,000 (USD9,710 USD12,860) (3yrs) RM48,000 -RM65,000 (USD13,710 USD18,570) (3 yrs) RM64,000 (USD18,290) Note: All figures are estimates only and subject to change. Source: Study in Malaysia Handbook - 7th International Edition Estimated exchange rate: USD1 = RM3.50 A$1 = RM2.50 C$1 = RM3.10 NZ$1 = RM2.70 1 = RM6.10 22 TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Main references for course information: 1. List of courses accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (as at 23/2/2009) 2. List of private higher educational institutions which have approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs to recruit international students (as at 30/4/2009) Useful Websites : 1) www.mohe.gov.my 2) www.phed.gov.my 3) www.mqa.gov.my 4) www.educationmalaysia.gov.my (Note: The course information is by no means exhaustive and may not be up-to-date. It serves merely as a guide. Students or any interested parties are advised to refer to the respective institution for the latest courses offered and course fees.) TWINNING DEGREE PROGRAMMES 23
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