UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY SARAWAK
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY SARAWAK

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY SARAWAK

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Last Updated: 2023-10-02 13:49:41
Type of Institution
Comprehensive university
Areas of Program
Computer & Information Technology, Art & Design, Business Management, Finance & Economics, Engineering Science & Technology, Architecture, Construction & Town Planning
Year of Establishment
2013
Founded Body/ Founder
Sarawak State Financial Secretary Incorporated
Leadership
Prof Datuk Dr Khairuddin Bin Ab Hamid
Campus
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY SARAWAK (UCTS)(Main Campus)

Introduction

University College of Technology Sarawak (UCTS) is the culmination of the State of Sarawak’s vision and commitment in establishing a world-class institution of higher learning to spearhead the development and production of technical human resources for the Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy (SCORE).

UCTS is committed to facilitating students’ access to an affordable world-class university education that nurtures creative and entrepreneurial leaders through a broad education in science and technology while combining the career benefits of an applied approach for SCORE-related research and career opportunities.
Situated in Sibu, one of the main gateways into SCORE, UCTS’ campus is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art facilities to facilitate teaching, learning and research activities necessary in the production of graduates required by the industries within SCORE.

Currently, the University has 6 Schools offering 2 Foundation programmes, 13 Undergraduate programmes and 9 Postgraduate programmes. The Schools are Foundation Studies, Business & Management, Built Environment, Computing & Creative Media, Engineering & Technology and Postgraduate Studies.

This Sarawak government university is offering financial assistance for eligible students. At Foundation level, there is UCTS Foundation Sponsorship which is open to Malaysian and is divided into 3 tiers based on their result. Tier 1 is for those scoring SPM with 4A and above, they get Free Tuition and Hostel Fees and students need to maintain GPA 2.75 and above every semester. Tier 2 is for students scoring minimum 2A, 2B, and 1C and above in SPM, they get Free Tuition Fees and students need to maintain GPA 2.50 and above every semester. Students scoring with minimum 5C and above will be in Tier 3, they get 50% Tuition Fees discount and need to maintain GPA 2.0 and above every semester. For Undergraduate Level, there is Partial Board of Director’s Sponsorship where the requirements are minimum CGPA 2.5 and above in Foundation/ Diploma/ Matriculation, 2B’s in STPM or 1A in UEC. Every semester students need to maintain CGPA 2.5 ≤ 3.0 to get RM750, CGPA ≥ 3.0 ≤ 3.5 to get RM1,250 and CGPA ≥ 3.5 – 4.0 to get RM1,750. Besides that, corporate bodies are offering scholarships to deserving students as well.

UCTS now also runs Transfer Degree Programme with five universities namely Murdoch University from Australia; University of Essex, University of Birmingham & University of Portsmouth from the United Kingdom; and University of Canterbury from New Zealand.

Achievement

Awarded Green Building Index Platinum Level in 2015
Accredited by Board Of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC)
Accredited by Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) Part 1
Accredited by Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM)
Accredited by Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS)
Accredited by Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Accredited by Sijil Pentauliahan from Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran
1 bronze medal - MTE 2020 (Malaysia Technology Expo)
1 Gold, 1 Silver & 2 Bronze medal - MTE 2019 (Malaysia Technology Expo)
1 Gold & 1 Silver medal - Borneo Innovation Festival 2019

Facility

Library/Resource Centre
Classroom
Lecture Theatre
Multi-purpose Hall
Laboratory
Computer for Student
Internet
Cafeteria
Shop
Sports Club
Recreation Facility
Student Hostel
Student Car Park
Wheelchair accessible
Other Professional Facility
Other Special Facility

Services

Security
School Bus Service
Co-curricular Activities
Psychology Counseling & Guidance
Career Counseling & Guidance
Internship Placement Service
Further Study Placement Service
Job Placement Service

Specialty

Fully owned by Sarawak State Government
To provide human capital and R&D capabilities for SCORE
Rainwater harvesting system for A/C cooling tower
Double glazing glass panels
45 degree angle building
Recycling waste water for gardening use
Interactive projector (Touch on white screen for teaching and learning)
Light and motion sensors for lighting
Solar photovoltaic panels for electricity generation
Wireless broadband access in campus

Programmes

建筑与城市规划 Architecture, Construction & Town Planning

Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons)

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture

Master of Architecture

Master of Project Management

艺术与设计类 Art & Design

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Digital Media

Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design (Honours)

商业管理类 Business Management

Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Marketing

Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons)

Doctor of Philosophy in Business Management

Master of Business Administration

Master of Science in Business Management

NZ Transfer Degree Programme to University Of Canterbury

UK Transfer Degree Programme to University Of Essex

UK Transfer Degree Programme to University Of Portsmouth

工程科技类 Engineering Science & Technology

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons)

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Hons)

Bachelor of Food Technology (Hons)

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Hons)

Bachelor of Technology Management (Honours)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Sciences

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering

Master of Engineering

Master of Science in Applied Sciences

UK Transfer Degree Programme to University of Birmingham

财经类 Finance & Economics

Bachelor of Accountancy (Honours)

NZ Transfer Degree Programme to University Of Canterbury

UK Transfer Degree Programme to University Of Essex

UK Transfer Degree Programme to University Of Portsmouth

电脑与资讯科技类 Computer & Information Technology

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computing

Master in Computing

Others

Foundation In Arts

Foundation In Science

Aid

UCTS Foundation Sponsorship

Benefit
Tier 1 (Tuition Fee & Hostel Fee waiver)
Tier 2 (Tuition Fee waiver)
Tier 3 (Tuition Fee 50% waiver)
Requirement
-Pursue UCTS Undergraduate programme after completion of UCTS Foundation programme
-Sponsorship Tier in 1st semester determine by result SPM or other equivalent while for continuing semester determine by latest GPA

Tier 1
- 1st semester-> SPM result (4A & above)
- 2nd semester & 3rd semester-> GPA 2.75- 4.00

Tier 2
-1st semester-> SPM result (2A, 2B, 1C)
-2nd semester & 3rd semester GPA 2.50- 2.74

Tier 3
- 1st semester-> SPM result (5C & above)
- 2nd semester & 3rd semester -> GPA 2.00 - 2.49
Apply
- Online application through internal system (OCULUS)
- Contact UCTS Student Development Service Department at 084-367379 for assistance.
Availability
Available for students who registered with UCTS Foundation Programmes.

Partial Board of Director Scholarship (PBODS)

Benefit
Entry Qualification (Foundation/Diploma/Matriculation)
CGPA 3.50-4.00 (RM1,750 waiver per semester)
CGPA 3.00-3.49 (RM1,250 waiver per semester)
CGPA 2.50-2.99 (RM750 waiver per semester)

Entry Qualification (STPM/A-Level)
2A's (RM1,750 waiver per semester)
1A (RM1,250 waiver per semester)
2B's (RM750 waiver per semester)

Entry Qualification (UEC)
3A's (RM1,750 waiver per semester)
2A's (RM1,250 waiver per semester)
1A (RM750 waiver per semester)

2nd semester onwards
CGPA 3.50-4.00 (RM1,750 waiver per semester)
CGPA 3.00-3.49 (RM1,250 waiver per semester)
CGPA 2.50-2.99 (RM750 waiver per semester)
Requirement
- Registered for UCTS Undergarduate programmes
- Not receiving any other scholarship
- Family income less than RM8,000 per month
- Applicable for Long semester only
- For 2nd semester onwards need to achieve silver lead points (club's points)
Apply
- Online application through internal system (OCULUS)
- Contact UCTS Student Development Service Department at 084-367379 for assistance.
Availability
Available for students in who registered with UCTS Undergraduate programmes.

Contact

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY SARAWAK (UCTS)

Address
No.1 Jalan Universiti, Sibu, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia
Telephone
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