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.
Other name | IUMW |
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Type | Private |
Established | 2012 |
Chancellor | Tan Sri (Dr.) Tony Fernandes |
Vice-Chancellor | Mr. Tay Kay Luan |
Location | , 3°09′36.778″N 101°41′30.022″E |
Colours | Red |
Affiliations | University of Malaya, University of Wales Trinity Saint David |
Website | www |
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