International University of Malaya-Wales

International University of Malaya-Wales (IUMW) is an international joint university based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Founded in 2012 and resulting from a partnership between the University of Malaya (UM) and the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD). Ever since then, the university has experienced tremendous growth, and remains committed to developing students who are ready to contribute towards the next industrial revolution.

International University of Malaya-Wales
Other name
IUMW
TypePrivate
Established2012
ChancellorTan Sri (Dr.) Tony Fernandes
Vice-ChancellorMr. Tay Kay Luan
Location,
3°09′36.778″N 101°41′30.022″E
ColoursRed  
AffiliationsUniversity of Malaya, University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Websitewww.iumw.edu.my

The two universities have more than 200 years of combined academic experience and excellence. Therefore, IUMW has experts and professionals in relevant fields that are able update their modules and course structures of the programmes offered. IUMW students are able to opt for dual awards whereby graduates of dual award programmes will receive a parchment from both IUMW and the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD), in the UK. Meaning, those who opt for the dual award, will graduate with two degrees. IUMW students can also participate in the student exchange programme which gives them the opportunity to study at UWTSD.

IUMW offers undergraduate and postgraduate programme to both local and international students. IUMW students have access to University Malaya facilities and resource at no cost.

Faculties

There are four faculties under International University of Malaya-Wales:

  • IUMW Business School
  • Faculty of Communication, Arts & Media
  • Faculty of Education& Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Academic Centres

  • Centre of Foundation Studies
  • Centre of Language and Malaysian Studies

References

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