Private institutions that offer 3+0 foreign degree programmes in Malaysia

3+0 twinning programmes started back in the 1990s when Malaysia's private higher educational institutions made collaborations with universities from the United Kingdom, United States, New Zealand and Australia.

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.

A 3+0 degree means that the entire foreign university degree programme is taught in Malaysia. It is suitable for local and international students who are looking for a more cost-efficient way to earn an overseas Bachelor's degree. Here are some private institutions that offer 3+0 foreign degree programmes in Malaysia:

1. International College of Music (ICOM)

Based in Kuala Lumpur, the International College of Music (ICOM) is the country's premier music college for contemporary music. ICOM was awarded the Brand Laureate Award for Best Brand Asia Pacific for Music Education in 2008 and 2010.

All programs at ICOM are approved by MOE and accredited by MQA. ICOM also partners with Berklee College of Music, Boston, USA which is know as the best music college in the world. Other partners are University of Wolverhampton, UK, University of Hertsfordshire, UK, Apple and AVID.

2. SEGi University

SEGi University offers a wide range of industry-relevant programmes from certificate to doctorate levels, as well as professional qualifications. Its Valued Corporate Partnership Programme enables students to understand the corporate world and to put their theoretical knowledge into practice.

SEGiis well-known for building strong global connections with top-notch internationally acclaimed universities such as, The University of Sheffield, Teesside University, University of Abertay Dundee and University of Sunderland, from the UK; Upper Iowa University from the US; University of Southern Queensland from Australia; and Wanganui School of Design from New Zealand.

3. HELP College of Art and Technology

HELP Academy andHELP College of Art and Technology are well-established institution that offer a variety of programs covering business, law, management, economics, IT, social sciences and the humanities.

HELP first offered twinning programmes with the University of Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, and the University of Southern Queensland, Australia. It also has numerous partnerships with various universities in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, and in Europe.

4. MAHSA University

MAHSA University offers over 30 different programmes, some with international collaborations with prestigious universities from the United Kingdom. MAHSA programmes cover fields such as business & accounting, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, engineering, nursing, biomedical sciences, radiography as well as environmental health.

MAHSA's current programmes linked with various international and professional bodies as well as Universities in the United Kingdom (U.K.) include: Northumbria University, UK; Anglia Ruskin University, UK; Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA); Malaysian Institute of Management (MIM).

5. KDU

KDU offers a wide range of programmes. Its certificate and diploma courses are developed in-house while the degree and masters programmes are conducted in association with prestigious universities in Australia and the United Kingdom.

KDU college in PJ has strong collaboration with top universities in the UK, Australia and Europe and is also the licensed centre for the conducting of Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers and Trainers.

6. First City University College

KBU International College was established in 1990. Its campus is located in Bandar Utama.KBU offers programmes in engineering, computing, ICT, hospitality & tourism, business, arts and design.

Furthermore, KBU collaborates with, and franchises honours degree programmes from well-established universities in the United Kingdom, as well as professional bodies and established examination bodies.

7. INTI International University

INTIoffers many programmes including pre-university and foundation studies, diploma, degrees (home-grown and overseas transfers), and postgraduate degrees.

INTI is part of the Laureate International Universities (LIU) network that spans 29 countries worldwide. This means INTI has access to the global resources, best practices, marketing techniques, teaching methods, international faculty and management tools that are world-class.

8. Taylor’s University

Taylor’s University is known to provide excellent services for its students in terms of diverse study options, relevant curriculum and teaching methods, ongoing partnerships with leading universities worldwide, strong industry linkages, up-to-date facilities and well-equipped campuses.

Its campuses  provide students with a comprehensive list of features and facilities to cater to students’ learning needs and comfort during their years with Taylor’s.