Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) has embarked its first 3+2 transfer degree programme agreement with Korea, specifically in the field of information technology.
This initiative, led by UniKL Malaysian Institute of Information Technology (UniKL MIIT), was formalised through a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Seoul National University of Science and Technology (SeoulTech).
The agreement was signed by the President/Chief Executive Officer of UniKL, Prof. Ir. Dr. Azman Senin, and the President of SeoulTech, Prof. Dr. Dong Hwan Kim, on 13 February 2025, at the UniKL City Campus.
“Today, we take another significant step in strengthening our collaboration by formalising our partnership through MoA for the 3+2 Transfer Degree Programme. This programme enables Diploma in Information Technology students from UniKL MIIT to continue their Bachelor of Computer Science and Engineering at SeoulTech.
“I also hope today’s agreement will serve as a stepping stone for more collaborative initiatives between our institutions, including regular faculty exchanges, joint research efforts, and industry collaborations that directly contribute to the IT workforce,” said Prof. Ir. Dr. Azman during the signing ceremony.
In 2024, 20 UniKL students had the privilege of participating in the Winter Camp at SeoulTech, and by January 2025, the number had increased to 25.
Similarly, UniKL has welcomed students from SeoulTech to Malaysia. Fourteen students participated in the English Edutourism Programme at UniKL MIIT in July 2024, followed by another 10 students in January 2025.
Under this new agreement, the collaboration is expanding beyond student mobility. As part of an upcoming faculty exchange programme, Dr. Husna Osman from UniKL MIIT will be based at SeoulTech’s Office of International Affairs for 12 months.
“It is remarkable that we have initiated a 3+2 programme connecting both universities, fostering mutual trust and collaboration. We are confident in its success.
“We are always open to welcoming your students and providing opportunities for ours to study at your university,” said Prof. Dr. Dong Hwan Kim.
