UNITAR International University was established in 1997 as the first virtual university in Southeast Asia and among the earliest private universities in the country. It is the first institution in Asia to be awarded a QS 5- Star Rating for the Online Learning category. In alignment with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals, UNITAR’s holistic and innovative learning ecosystem provides a comprehensive programme offering for all socio-economic levels whilst developing highly employable and entrepreneurial global citizens.
It aims to go beyond just providing the learning journey for students in acquiring relevant skill sets, but through their C.A.R.E. — Collaborative, Adaptive, Reflective, and Entrepreneurial education methodology, UNITAR nurtures its students in developing self-awareness of their talents and abilities, as well inculcating in them the need for social responsibility whilst moulding them to be better citizens of the nation.
UNITAR’s programmes are offered in 13 locations, including its main campus in urban Kelana Jaya. It has a total enrolment of over 5,000 students spread within 40 homegrown programmes ranging from the Foundation, Diploma and Bachelor’s levels to the postgraduate Master’s and Doctorate’s. To meet the current needs of the industries, UNITAR also provides over 50 professional certification programmes. With APEL, working professionals can continue their education journey with the option to reduce their programme duration.
UNITAR takes pride in having committed academics housed in various faculties and schools. The academic verticals comprise of the Faculty of Business & Technology, Faculty of Education & Humanities, the School of Culinary Arts and School of Media, Arts & Design. Since its inception, UNITAR has embarked on an innovative learning methodology where technology is featured significantly, but never aimed to replace human relationships. Its pursuit to offer competitive quality education in both conventional and online teaching modes continues till today, meeting the needs of 21st Century education.
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Accommodation
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Scholarship
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Study Abroad Program
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Branch Campus
Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Johor, Malacca, Negeri Sembilan
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, UNITAR programmes are recognised by the Minister of Education (MoE) and the Public Services Department of Malaysia (JPA).
Yes, the programmes are accredited by Malaysia Qualifications Agency (MQA).
We have two (2) Faculties and two (2) Schools:
Faculty of Business & Technology
Faculty of Education & Humanities
School of Media, Arts & Design
School of Culinary Arts
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MQA has granted two types of learning modes to UNITAR, the conventional learning and the distance learning modes. Distance learning can be defined as learning at a location away from the main campus. The conventional learning mode of study is only applicable to full-time learning whereas with the distance learning mode, students can be pursuing either full time or part-time learning.
Yes, our Residence Management Department will assist students on accommodation matters.
Yes, please browse the host of scholarships offered by institutions for different programmes at UNITAR.
UNITAR is located in Kelana Jaya (next to the Kelana Jaya Police Station).
3-01A, Level 2, Tierra Crest, Jalan SS6/3, Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.