About City University

City University Malaysia, formerly the Petaling Jaya Community College, was established in April 1984. It was founded by a group of scholars with extensive experience in local and international universities.

City University offers more than 60+ programmes at the pre-university, diploma, degree and postgraduate levels. The programmes range across various disciplines including accounting, business, allied health sciences, architecture as well as engineering. Many of its programmes are accredited and recognised by various bodies including the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM), Department of Occupational Safety and Health (JKKP), ACCA and Nursing Board Malaysia. 

As one of the earliest private higher education institutions in Malaysia, City University has produced more than 35,000 graduates to date. Over 75% of its graduates are hired by local and international companies, transitioning seamlessly into working life. 

City University Ranking & Reputation

City University is rated 'Berdaya Saing (Competitive)' in the latest SETARA rating.

It is also only one of the few institutions in Malaysia that is recognised by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (JKKP) and the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM). City University has also received professional recognition from ACCA for its accounting and finance programmes.

Why Study at City University

Quality Education
Rigorous academic programmes led by experienced faculty

Global Exposure
A multicultural environment with international collaborations

Career Opportunities
Industry connections and employability-focused initiatives

Holistic Development
A good balance of academics, personal growth and community engagement

Campus Location

The City University campus is located in Petaling Jaya, Selangor and can be easily accessed through major highways, LRT, buses and other forms of public transport. 

Located in the middle of the bustling Klang Valley, the campus is a short distance away from a variety of interesting locations. Students can enjoy the city life with easy access to malls, shops and eateries.

Courses Offered

City University Malaysia offers a wide range of programmes on the foundation, diploma and degree level. Check out the full list of programmes offered by City University Malaysia here.

Featured programmes at City University Malaysia 

City University

Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Foundation in Arts (Built Environment)

Intake

Jan, Feb, May, Jun, Sep, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM19,800

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Scholarships
• Duration

• Direct route into City University’s architecture and interior design programmes
• Incorporates a practice-oriented approach with stimulating and hands-on experiences
• Over 3 decades of experience, with more than 35,000 graduates to date

• Petaling Jaya: RM19,800

SPM:

• 9(A+/A/A-): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): 70% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A+/A/A-): 50% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A+/A/A-): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 1(A+/A/A-): 20% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 9(A*/A): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A): 70% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A*/A): 50% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A*/A): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 1(A*/A): 20% tuition fee waiver

• Duration: 1 year

Highlights

• Direct route into City University’s architecture and interior design programmes
• Incorporates a practice-oriented approach with stimulating and hands-on experiences
• Over 3 decades of experience, with more than 35,000 graduates to date

Campus

• Petaling Jaya: RM19,800

Scholarships

SPM:

• 9(A+/A/A-): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): 70% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A+/A/A-): 50% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A+/A/A-): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 1(A+/A/A-): 20% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 9(A*/A): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A): 70% tuition fee waiver
• 5(A*/A): 50% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A*/A): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 1(A*/A): 20% tuition fee waiver

Duration

• Duration: 1 year

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City University

Petaling Jaya, Selangor

BSc (Hons) Architectural Design

Intake

Jan, Feb, May, Jun, Sep, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM45,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) with exemptions from LAM Part I
• Award winning alumnus who won 3 awards in Architecture Competition and 6 awards in Asia Young Designer Award
• Half of the academic staff are professional architects with strong links to the architectural industry
• Extensive field trips to local and overseas locations in South East Asia to study the built environment and culture

• Petaling Jaya: RM45,000

• Duration: 3 years

Highlights

• Recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) with exemptions from LAM Part I
• Award winning alumnus who won 3 awards in Architecture Competition and 6 awards in Asia Young Designer Award
• Half of the academic staff are professional architects with strong links to the architectural industry
• Extensive field trips to local and overseas locations in South East Asia to study the built environment and culture

Campus

• Petaling Jaya: RM45,000

Duration

• Duration: 3 years

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City University

Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Bachelor of Interior Design (Hons)

Intake

Jan, Feb, May, Jun, Sep, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM52,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Asia Young Designer Award (AYDA) Gold Award for the past 4 years under Interior Design
• Concentrates on residential and commercial interior design with a curricula that incorporates advanced practical classes
• The programme includes a culminating experiment in the last semester of study, the main thesis project
• Accredited by Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM)

• Petaling Jaya: RM52,000

• Duration: 3.5 years

Highlights

• Asia Young Designer Award (AYDA) Gold Award for the past 4 years under Interior Design
• Concentrates on residential and commercial interior design with a curricula that incorporates advanced practical classes
• The programme includes a culminating experiment in the last semester of study, the main thesis project
• Accredited by Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM)

Campus

• Petaling Jaya: RM52,000

Duration

• Duration: 3.5 years

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Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Bachelor of Graphic Design (Hons)

Intake

Jan, Feb, May, Jun, Sep, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM43,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Endorsed by 4As Malaysia (Accredited Advertising Agents of Malaysia) and awarded by Ogilvy as Top 5 Creative School in Asean
• Immersive industry-leading studio environment, supported by archiving practices and professional placements
• Specialist in the design domain with industry-led curriculum
• Over 3 decades of experience, with more than 35,000 graduates to date

• Petaling Jaya: RM43,000

• Duration: 3 years

Highlights

• Endorsed by 4As Malaysia (Accredited Advertising Agents of Malaysia) and awarded by Ogilvy as Top 5 Creative School in Asean
• Immersive industry-leading studio environment, supported by archiving practices and professional placements
• Specialist in the design domain with industry-led curriculum
• Over 3 decades of experience, with more than 35,000 graduates to date

Campus

• Petaling Jaya: RM43,000

Duration

• Duration: 3 years

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