History
Universiti Kuala Lumpur was established in 2002 as Malaysia’s leading technical entrepreneurial university under MARA. UNiKL focuses on industry-based education and TVET, offering programmes in engineering, technology, business, healthcare, aviation, and more. Today, it has 12 institutes across Malaysia and students from over 70 countries.
Education
We offer more than 139 programmes to choose that suits your needs, starting from foundation studies up to PhD levels. With highly qualified academicians and management staff as well as state-of-the-art facilities coupled with its strategic plan to conduct technical education programmes. All of our programmes are approved and accredited by Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA).
Research
Links between the University and industries are substantially important for the collaboration and commercialisation of research and its products. The University requires support from the industry in the form of funds and technology while industries reap new innovations created by the University. The common interest between the University and industries is commercialisation of new and useful technologies.
Career
Graduates from Universiti Kuala Lumpur are equipped with industry-relevant skills and practical experience, preparing them for careers in engineering, information technology, aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, business, hospitality, and creative industries. Many students secure employment through internships and industry collaborations during their studies. UNiKL graduates are also well-prepared for entrepreneurship, professional certifications, and further studies at postgraduate level both locally and internationally.
Student services
Universiti Kuala Lumpur provides dedicated support services for students through help desks and student affairs offices across all campuses. Each campus has an International Student Representative Office that assists international students with admissions, visa matters, accommodation, student pass renewal, airport pickup, counselling, and general student support to ensure a smooth study experience in Malaysia.
Housing services
The accommodation at UniKL is able to cater all new students from all over campuses. Apartments are comfortable with well-appointed facilities for each apartment. Hostel facilities host 2-4 students per room with very affordable fees.
Good quality off-campus accommodation at reasonable rates is also available. UniKL will make an effort to house all students on campus for at least one year.
Library services
Tunku Azizah Knowledge Centre will be an excellent hub for learning resources and facilities that will greatly improve the student information and knowledge experience, center for creativity and innovation as well as being a center for collaborative learning, teaching and research for the University.
ICT services
All campuses offer free wi-fi in the compound of the university as well as the hostels. Computers can be accessed at the library of each campus.
Campus life
‘Feels Like Home’ is how students describe their feelings on their experience at UniKL. UniKL offers a unique combination of high academic standard and prime location with ease of access to the city centre. Students’ satisfaction always takes precedence in UniKL and to achieve that we provide a wide range of services to help students achieve their educational and personal goals. Our role is to offer quality student-specific services to enable them to succeed intellectually and socially during their college life.
Sports facilities
UniKL is also responsible in providing sports and recreational facilities to the staff and students. The sports and recreation unit will:
- Organize and encourage competitions and sport activities to promote healthy lifestyle
- Develop, prepare and manage sports and recreational facilities for the satisfaction of the students
- Plan and organize sports and recreational programs in order to encourage student’s involvement
- Instil education values in sports and recreational activities to produce well rounded individual
UniKL has formed several teams comprising of staff and students to promote the spirit of healthy competition among the teams
Student clubs
UKISA (UniKL International Student Association) is the largest society of international students which engage over 1200 students across campuses and nationalities. Sports clubs such as basketball, volleyball, hockey, football and so on are available.
Accreditation
All of our programmes are approved and accredited by Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA). With highly qualified academicians and management staff as well as state-of-the-art facilities coupled with its strategic plan to conduct technical education programmes.
Universiti Kuala Lumpur Overview
Universiti Kuala Lumpur Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 23.2% Malaysia
Top 42.6% Worldwide
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QS World University Rankings
1201
By TopUniversities
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 1001 | 1201 | 1201 |
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World University Rankings
1501
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 1501 | - | 1501 |
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Universiti Kuala Lumpur Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Malaysia Country
Kuala Lumpur City
#2 Branch Campus
Malaysia Country
Kampong Baharu Balakong City
#3 Branch Campus
Malaysia Country
Kampung Baru Subang City
#4 Branch Campus
Malaysia Country
Kulim City
#5 Branch Campus
Malaysia Country
Alor Gajah City
#6 Branch Campus
Malaysia Country
Lumut City
#7 Branch Campus
Malaysia Country
Ipoh City
#8 Branch Campus
Malaysia Country
Kampung Pasir Gudang Baru City
#9 Branch Campus
Malaysia Country
Semenyih City
Universiti Kuala Lumpur Student Reviews & Awards
4.3
Based on 36 reviews
- 5 Star 18 Reviews
- 4 Star 11 Reviews
- 3 Star 6 Reviews
- 2 Star 1 Review
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.4
- Student Diversity 4.3
Diverse Communication Growth
The university I study at is a good place. You get to meet people from all kinds of backgrounds, and that really helps you improve the way you communicate. More than that, you experience a kind of university life that feels truly unique.
Warm Malaysia KDU
Very good experience. I had the opportunity to study at UOW Malaysia KDU. Even though it is a fairly newly acquired university, the campus does a great job of making all students feel welcome. I would definitely recommend it to others.
UOW
A mediocre university full of diversity and many flaws. I would recommend future students to make the right friends in this university and connect with like minded people. Also, interact more with the clubs and societies available on campus, and be sure to be ready for whatever comes your way.
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