Testimonials

Living in Penang for six years while studying at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College was one of the best parts of my life.

It was an honour to be alumni of UOW Malaysia KDU and my greatest pleasure to choose this institution for my further studies after high school.

While doing my Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang, I learned about Engineering and the skills needed to survive in the real world. I would like to thank all my lecturers at the Engineering department for always being helpful and delivering world-class lectures. Not to forget all the other staff from different departments at UOW Malaysia KDU who were always there to assist me in every way they could during my time with the institution. For that, I will always be grateful.

Overall, Penang is really an excellent place to live in even for an international student like me. Plus, UOW Malaysia KDU offers good scholarship opportunities for students and maintains a world-class education system.

I feel that I have grown as an individual by being an international student.

When I first arrived on UOW Malaysia KDU University College campus, I was terrified. Not only was I starting University, but I was in a foreign country where I didn’t know anyone or even speak the language. But my worries were put to rest almost immediately; every member of staff was incredibly kind and helpful, from the lecturers to the campus guards. I have gotten a chance to meet so many different people from different cultures. Whilst there are many differences across different cultures, I learnt that at the root of it all, all of us have similarities that bond us together. I feel that I have grown as an individual by being an international student. My education here has not only been for the course I am enrolled in, but the life lessons that I obtain through my experience here.

The experience of studying in Malaysia has been a valuable asset for me.

As an international student, I found my university life very easy to adapt to quickly. This is due to the warm and friendly students, the strict but humorous lecturers and the conscientious staff who have made it a comfortable learning environment for us. UOW Malaysia KDU University College is an interesting and fantastic place for us to study and live in. When I had difficulties in my studies, the lecturers were enthusiastic in explaining and double-checking that I really had fully grasped the solutions to the problems. I always feel that UOW Malaysia KDU University College is a warm and diverse family, and I have made friends with many people from different countries, colours, and cultures. My advice to students – Have a right attitude towards our study and life so we can win a rich and colourful experience in our College life.

Being multi-cultured from the beginning living in Dubai, studying in Malaysia gave me a chance to live another multi-cultural experience.

Due to the pandemic, it has definitely been hard to adjust to the new learning styles but UOW Malaysia KDU University College has always tried to make us feel secure and safe, and they have succeeded greatly. As a Culinary Management Student, I have been given the opportunity to learn, gain experience and knowledge from some of the best-skilled chefs that are giving their time to teach us at UOW Malaysia KDU University College. It has showered me with an opportunity to study alongside locals and more international students who all bring their different cultures to make a happy classroom even when the situation of the world was sad. Making friends even without the pandemic was hard, but now with the addition on the pandemic it made it even harder, but due to the class sizes in UOW Malaysia KDU University College’s culinary classes it gave us a chance to grow closer and build friendships that would last our whole University life. I could not ask for a better University experience and I am looking forward to getting back on campus to learn from the best-skilled chefs at UOW Malaysia KDU University College.

As an international student, I have become more independent while studying abroad at UOW Malaysia KDU University College.

I’ve learnt to face and conquer challenges in my life; also embrace different cultures. After staying in Malaysia for some time, I have gotten used to Malaysian’s style of life. My advice to other students is to build your resilience by taking on more challenges. Persistence is the key to success.

I have had a unique experience here for the last three years, I feel that campus life is more than just studying.

You can share knowledge and exchange culture with other international students or local students. There are many opportunities to learn beyond the classroom, campus usually offers activities and meetings, to broaden students’ perspectives and promote relationships between students as well. Integrating into campus life is not as hard as I imagined before, people around are always there to help you solve your problems, you can seek help from everywhere, such as SAC, lecturers, and your classmates, etc. My advice to students – Enjoy your campus life, have fun and be cool! Of course, the most important thing is to seize the opportunities to learn knowledge and cultures from your lecturers and other students, these will benefit your whole life.

When I came to Malaysia for the first time, I worried that I couldn’t adapt to everything here.

I am worried that I can’t make friends but the facts have proved that my worries were unnecessary. I have met many friends in schools. They are very keen to help me, so I can quickly adapt to life here. The teachers here are also very friendly. Even if my English is not very good, they can also communicate with me patiently and teach me a lot of knowledge. As a major hotel management, I learnt how to manage the hotel through practice and theoretical courses, how to properly provide services, and even how to learn to make desserts and beverages. This experience will help my future life and work. My advice to students is to meet challenges, and they should not be afraid of failure and can cope with setbacks.

A homey and comfortable learning environment 

Especially for me as a Hospitality student, I feel special that the school was equipped with a magnificent restaurant, part of a hotel, kitchens and beds which made the learning and experience more authentic. The facilities of this school are wonderful in terms of comfort and convenience that also motivates me to study and practice hard. Not only the facilities but also the lecturers and staff here helped me a lot. Another important experience for me was the many international friends I made in the accommodation and the seniors I met through club activities. I came abroad alone with anxiety, and their presence was indispensable to me. My advice to students – Take advantage of the opportunity as much as you can.

As an international student, I felt lonely in a foreign country in the first few months after I arrived at the University because I was not familiar with my classmates and had no friends. Fortunately, my roommates and classmates were very warm, which made me adapt quickly. In terms of study, lecturers are very patient to answer my questions, students would help each other, I also slowly find their own way of learning. At the same time, I am very curious and looking forward to the practical classes that have been temporarily suspended due to the epidemic.

The study and life experience at UOW Malaysia KDU University College has made me a better person.

As an international student who is about to graduate, I can say that the experience within these 3 years learning period in UOW Malaysia KDU University College has been extraordinary. The students and lecturers here are more friendly and kinder than you think in the first place, they will always lend out a hand and provide encouragement to me without hesitation. I am also able to enjoy the fun in learning subjects in the way of combining theoretical and practical topics, and the result of it is gaining abilities for instance, being able to fit in and participate in a group project, able to plan ahead for time schedules for the whole week, able to nourish the ability to create, so on and so forth. There was once a lecturer who said something that moved us, let me share it with you, “You’re here to learn, the exam is just the exam.” So do not hesitate to explore the world, you might learn more than you have already known.

I never thought that I would be studying abroad but here I am in one of the best Universities in Malaysia, UOW Malaysia KDU University College. I was so excited to travel, explore Malaysia or even join any school event and make new friends but unfortunately, COVID 19 pandemic happened. However, that doesn’t stop UOW Malaysia KDU University College from hosting school events virtually. UOW Malaysia KDU University College’s lecturers and chefs are very helpful and easy for me to approach if I have any questions regarding my studies. I took a culinary course, and the chefs are very talented and always share new techniques and recipes throughout my studies here. One tip from me as an international student is don’t be afraid to explore new things and make new friends!

Life in UOW Malaysia KDU is full of ups and downs, but it is still an enjoyable one.

Landing here in Malaysia to study means I’ll have to be independent with no family or friends. I’m all on my own. Being so used to being around my family back in my home country is obviously making it a little hard to adapt to living in a foreign country, but with all the friendly people and support that I got from those around me – the staff, lecturers and friends, I slowly got back on my feet. My studies are going pretty well. Those laboratory exercises and projects are fulfilling with the guidance from the lecturers alongside the variety of equipment and instruments. The practical hands-on activities either in groups or individual could equip me with the practical skills which are required by the industry. Conducting the hands-on activities with both physical and virtual materials also requires focus. It promotes deeper thinking and understanding which helps in fostering the development of knowledge and skills. It gives me proper preparation for my future career. My advice to students – Be open to unfamiliar surroundings, manage your time, don’t put off till tomorrow for what can be done today, make good connections and establish positive lifelong habits.

My 4 Years Journey at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang has been an absolutely exciting and Life-Changing experience.

I joined UOW Malaysia KDU Penang because they offer various scholarships for International Students and the Industrial Recognized Electronic Engineering Course. Moreover, there is a 3-month Industry Internship Program that provides Industrial Experience while studying.

Besides excellent curriculum, UOW Malaysia KDU Penang also provides well-equipped laboratory facilities and online library. There are different labs for Engineering Students, and all labs are equipped with industrial software and tools to work on a variety of projects. My favourite part of being a student here is that the Career & Placement Centre always arranges Industrial Site Visits for students for learning and exposure to different Engineering Professions. Moreover, the Department of Engineering would regularly organize Technical workshops or Competitions where students can engage with industrial experts. Last but not least, the institution would always organize Internal Job Career Fairs (twice a year) for fresh graduate students to secure a job place before Graduation.

The lecturers, support staff, and administration staff are easy to approach and always provide excellent counselling and helpful guidance.

Looking back, I believed those extracurricular activities I participated in throughout the year had helped me to secure my job position before even graduating.

Living in Penang for six years while studying at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College was one of the best parts of my life.

It was an honour to be alumni of UOW Malaysia KDU and my greatest pleasure to choose this institution for my further studies after high school.

While doing my Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang, I learned about Engineering and the skills needed to survive in the real world. I would like to thank all my lecturers at the Engineering department for always being helpful and delivering world-class lectures. Not to forget all the other staff from different departments at UOW Malaysia KDU who were always there to assist me in every way they could during my time with the institution. For that, I will always be grateful.

Overall, Penang is really an excellent place to live in even for an international student like me. Plus, UOW Malaysia KDU offers good scholarship opportunities for students and maintains a world-class education system.

My experience at UOW Malaysia KDU University College has truly been remarkable.

Being an international student, I did not find it hard to adapt here because of the tremendous support from the staff, lecturers and the people I met while studying here. I like the hands-on approach of the courses and direct interaction with lecturers, which took my learning beyond theory. It equipped me to carry out various tasks, and offered me the best grounding for the path I am about to take. My advice to students – don’t to be afraid of venturing out and exploring all the opportunities. Be open to all the possibilities, and focus your energy only on good and positive things.

I was always passionate about cooking and curious about what goes behind the scenes at the kitchen of a restaurant ever since I was a little girl.

My culinary dreams brought me to UOW Malaysia KDU and throughout my studies, I was living my dream on a daily basis, amazed at how even simple practical classes made me feel like I was working in a real restaurant.

There isn’t a single thing about my experience in UOW Malaysia KDU that I would change; the quality of education I received and the supportive environment I am makes for an invaluable experience in my life.

An opportunity to study overseas is a great pleasure.

From the beginning, my classmates have been very friendly and helpful, assisting me with adapting to my new life in Malaysia. Fitting in is never easy but with their help, I don’t feel like a stranger in this new place.

The classes are challenging and fun where it promotes critical thinking and exposes me to the real working world. The library is very spacious allowing discussion at the noisy area and the quiet area for those who are studying. The cafeteria has varieties of food and is affordable. It is very convenient for an international student like me.

My days in UOW Malaysia KDU has been remarkable.

The support I received from the lecturer, staff and friends in UOW Malaysia KDU helped me cope with my studies in Malaysia. Coming from a small nation, it was always my dream to study abroad which I fulfilled by making one of the biggest decisions in my life – pursuing my studies in UOW Malaysia KDU. It is a decision that I will never regret.

Taking up this course has propelled me further into the growing business world. I received holistic education in and outside of the classroom, even receiving an insight of how businesses work here in Malaysia.

What I liked most about the Certificate in English Language program were the enrichment activities.

This is because students from different classes could get together and play language games.

This gave me the chance to talk to them in order to improve my English. I also befriended students from different countries. We had many unforgettable experiences such as the trip to Melaka or just going to watch a movie or having a meal together.

I have never encountered any difficulties as an international student here in UOW Malaysia KDU University College.

UOW Malaysia KDU made it easy for me to adapt. With experienced lecturers and great facilities, not only does UOW Malaysia KDU offer quality education, but also real world experience as practical projects are part and parcel of our program.

I have also been able to strike up many precious friendships and participate in so many activities organised by the school, which has made my university life so enjoyable. I am thankful that I chose UOW Malaysia KDU University College because I feel that it’s helping me to grow intellectually and culturally, and giving me the necessary skills needed to be successful in the working world.

My education experience here at UOW Malaysia KDU University College is filled with unique perspectives, opportunities and events.

Student life here is simply amazing. Education I received here taught me more than knowledge extracted from books. I’ve also picked up soft skills that is essential in grooming me for this evolving industry.

Plus, as an international student, studying in Malaysia has been great; there’s always something new to explore in terms of the culture and heritage, and everyone is always eager to help and make you feel at home.

I still remember when I came to Malaysia, I could not understand a word of English.

My lecturers taught me a lot and gave me confidence, and they have always been very patient with me. They also helped me in my life because my English was very poor so I couldn’t do many things by myself.

With their help, my English improved very quickly. I certainly made the right choice in choosing to study in UOW Malaysia KDU.

When I was deciding where to study abroad, UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College caught my interest as it offers an interesting twinning programme between UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College and IMI International Management Institute Switzerland.

I was eventually offered a scholarship and so my life in UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College began. It has been really great experience for me as my Malaysian and foreign friends are kind and the lecturers are very friendly.

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College accommodates international students well, besides having good facilities and lecturers who are very knowledgeable, they are also caring and approachable.

It has a perfect library with a wide range of books for students to refer to. Furthermore, the well-equipped labs enable students to carry out experiments smoothly while they grasp a better understanding of the syllabus.

It has been a dream of mine to study overseas and UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College has fulfilled that greatly.

Besides offering scholarships to all of its international students, the fee is also affordable. That is why I made my choice to study in UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College. The hostel is not very far from the college and it only takes five minutes to travel there. I admit, when I first came here I was rather hopeless but ever since enrolling in Diploma in Business, UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College has made my life more meaningful with the lecturers, staff and students here being so friendly and caring”.

At UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College, I can improve my English and other skills which would help me in my future career.

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College is a great choice for me because the staff here treat international students well and the lecturers are professional. The course covers both theoretical and practical part and this make studying more interesting and knowledge can be attained with ease..

I chose UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College because I heard great things about Penang and UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College offers a good scholarships.

All the staff here are friendly and helpful, and they make me feel like I’m part of their family.

A strong relationship between the lecturers and students at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College really impressed me.

The lecturers are very kind and they are always readily available to guide and assist me. The Theoretical knowledge and practical knowledge taught by experienced lecturers allowed me to further my potential in my passion and goals, and I would praise its excellent teaching quality as well as vibrant learning environment.

Living and studying in Penang is relatively affordable. UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College is often offered competitive tuition fees as well as a range of discounts and scholarships to students. On top of that, my experience here has been remarkable as I have a chance to meet students from all around the world, granting me the ability to see the world from different perspectives and thoughts. This is such an unforgettable life changing journey that I will never forget.

The business school increases the engagement of students by putting their learning into practice.

We are actively involved in testing business acumen with enterprising schemes and entrepreneurial projects, all of which contribute to preparing us for the business environment. I was a shy person when I first joined UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College. Now, I became more outgoing and I built my own social circle and kick start my own online e-commerce business.

Furthermore, being a student ambassador, there are lots of opportunities and job roles and I have gained significant leadership, teamwork, event management and mentoring skills that enable me to lead productive and enriched lives.

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College offers a dynamic and a vibrant learning atmosphere to stimulate vast opportunities for students to learn in diverse ways. My two siblings are currently studying here too! My advice to students would be to be just yourself, be confident and believe in your abilities. Once you set up your goal, then go all out to achieve it. Do not be afraid of failures and try until you achieve the goal.

The facilities are of industry standard, giving me a feel of the real world before I even step out of the University.

As a Computer Science student, I like to explore myself in a variety of software and games. The Department of Computing has a wide range of software packages to support the computer science, computer games, animation, networking and business intelligence curriculum, including tools for software/apps development, mobile development, network simulations and more.

The lecturers are friendly, highly knowledgeable in their respective fields and are more than willing to share their vast experience and groom me to the best of my abilities.

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College has given me the chance to get acquainted with students from other cultural backgrounds and learn about the local culture as well. This has made me feel welcomed, and the new experiences gained have been very exciting.

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College has an excellent combination of research and industry experience to give me the best of both worlds.

The academic experts are researchers who always bring the latest technology innovations into the classroom and make the learning experience very interesting.

The engineering curriculum emphasises on the development of transferable soft skills to allow graduates to work across different job landscapes. As a student, we are required to complete engineering projects which equipping us with skills to solve complex real-world problems. At first, I’m very quiet in class and scared to raise my hand to ask questions. But, the way of teaching by the lecturer make me more energetic and comfortable to ask questions in class. The supervisor is very helpful and give me guidance and advice when I have questions.

I have also participated in the International Student Conference, where student from countries of various cultural backgrounds to share their voice and exchange their point-of-views. It provides me an opportunity to build my network among representatives from around the world.

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College is strategically located in the heart of George Town City and it is highly accessible by public transport.

Being in a city campus, the campus is surrounded by a wide array of options and we are just minutes away from shopping complexes, food courts, historical statues and many more about Penang finest attractions. The student hostels are fully furnished and located within walking distance from the campus. The student hostels offer basic amenities including WiFi access and housekeeping to ensure hassle-free student life.

I feel totally comfortable study here for its good learning environment as well as quality campus facilities. I have gained invaluable experiences which have prepared me for my future career through various group works, projects, assignment and activities during my study here. I would like to advise all the students – do not be afraid to step out, if you are facing a new challenge or being asked to do something new, nothing is impossible as dreams will come true if we work hard for it.

Dare to dream and UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College is a perfect platform to make your dream comes true.

I’m a sociable person and I like challenging myself for taking part in adventurous activities. The Interior Architecture program allows me to learn the design process of both interior design and architecture and to delve deeper into the creative aspect of built environment. Besides hands-on experience in design, it also emphasises on project management and feasible project costing.

Besides, I’ve joined UOW Malaysia KDU’s community outreach programmes, which has provided me a chance to contribute back to the society. Those experiences are invaluable to me.

I’m admiring of UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College is the quickness and wiliness of the staff to assist students.

The lecturers and chefs are experts from the hotel, tourism and culinary fields and we also had chances to attend classes taught by guest lecturers, such as Master Chefs, Celebrity Chefs and F&B specialists. The lecturers and seniors from School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts always guide and support me when I face difficulties in my projects and assignments.

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College provides a platform for us to join the International Culinary Arts Competition to improve our cooking skills and techniques, while the international exposure gives us an edge in experience and a wider global perspective. Besides, the school furnishes students with learning facilities in equivalence to professional commercial kitchens such as Butchery Kitchen, Food Production Kitchen, Pastry and Bakery Kitchen to ensure that we are accustomed with industry standard, and are equipped with practical knowledge and skills to remain competitive and marketable in the future.

Here, we are exposed to a variety of learning modes which include seminars, lectures, presentations, workshops, and practical sessions in real life scenarios.

I’m very glad to choose UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College because of its strong connection and closer ties with industries as well as the holistic design of the programmes which provide me with the complete and all-round development of essential skills and traits in business.

Moreover, UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College frequently invites guest lecturers and industry experts to share the real-world life experiences and wide range of topics which we can’t learn in the textbooks. We get to see the insight and perspective of the guest speaker’s particular field and it helps us to build important connections between what we are learning and the real world.