BERJAYA University College (“BUC”) has made an outstanding mark in the ASEAN 2025 Public
& Private University Rankings by AppliedHE, a prestigious Singapore-based organisation that
focuses on higher education benchmarking.
PRESS RELEASE
BERJAYA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
TRIUMPHS IN ASEAN 2025 UNIVERSITY RANKINGS
Date: 2 December 2024
Venue: Kuala Lumpur
BERJAYA University College (“BUC”) has made an outstanding mark in the ASEAN 2025 Public
& Private University Rankings by AppliedHE, a prestigious Singapore-based organisation that
focuses on higher education benchmarking.
The institution has achieved the top position in the highly competitive Teaching and Learning sub-category, showcasing its exceptional commitment to academic excellence. This recognition highlights BUC’s innovative and immersion teaching methodology that significantly contributes to student success and learning outcomes.
Puan Norlela Baharudin, Chairperson of the Board of Governors of BUC, shared: “The Berjaya Immersion Methodology for Teaching and Learning, along with industry collaboration supported by Berjaya diverse group of companies have proven that this synergy is our key to success. Our strong brand backed by the Berjaya name and dedicated faculty members make BERJAYA University College stand out in the education field.”
The comprehensive evaluation process, conducted between second quarter and third quarter of 2024, assessed universities across multiple dimensions such as Teaching and Learning, Employability, Research, Community Engagement, Internationalisation, and Institutional Reputation. It involved detailed submissions and surveys from students and stakeholders, underscoring the trust and confidence placed in the university college’s academic offerings.
“By receiving this recognition in the top ranking of Teaching and Learning sub-category, it resonates with our focus on Outcome Based Education approach to our students, which acts as the mantra of all education,” Puan Norlela added.
In addition to this remarkable achievement, BUC has secured an impressive No. 39 ranking in the Private University category, placing it firmly among the top 100 private universities in ASEAN on its very first appearance in the rankings.
This exceptional recognition is a testament to the vision and dedication of the entire BUC community. The institution remains committed to upholding its high standards as it continues its journey of excellence in higher education.
The institution has achieved the top position in the highly competitive Teaching and Learning sub-category, showcasing its exceptional commitment to academic excellence. This recognition highlights BUC’s innovative and immersion teaching methodology that significantly contributes to student success and learning outcomes.
Puan Norlela Baharudin, Chairperson of the Board of Governors of BUC, shared: “The Berjaya Immersion Methodology for Teaching and Learning, along with industry collaboration supported by Berjaya diverse group of companies have proven that this synergy is our key to success. Our strong brand backed by the Berjaya name and dedicated faculty members make BERJAYA University College stand out in the education field.”
The comprehensive evaluation process, conducted between second quarter and third quarter of 2024, assessed universities across multiple dimensions such as Teaching and Learning, Employability, Research, Community Engagement, Internationalisation, and Institutional Reputation. It involved detailed submissions and surveys from students and stakeholders, underscoring the trust and confidence placed in the university college’s academic offerings.
“By receiving this recognition in the top ranking of Teaching and Learning sub-category, it resonates with our focus on Outcome Based Education approach to our students, which acts as the mantra of all education,” Puan Norlela added.
In addition to this remarkable achievement, BUC has secured an impressive No. 39 ranking in the Private University category, placing it firmly among the top 100 private universities in ASEAN on its very first appearance in the rankings.
This exceptional recognition is a testament to the vision and dedication of the entire BUC community. The institution remains committed to upholding its high standards as it continues its journey of excellence in higher education.
About BERJAYA University College
BERJAYA University College is Malaysia’s premier private University College which officially opened its doors to its inaugural intake of students in January 2009. Located on Level 11, West of Berjaya Times Square, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, the University College offers programmes related to Business, Culinary Arts, Communication & Media Arts, Hospitality, Tourism, Events and Services Industries with emphasis on experiential learning from foundation to postgraduate levels. Programmes are offered under four (4) Faculties, the Faculty of Business, the Faculty of Culinary Arts, the Faculty of Hospitality & Tourism, and the Faculty of Liberal Arts. For more information on BERJAYA UC, please visit www.berjaya.edu.my.
BERJAYA University College is Malaysia’s premier private University College which officially opened its doors to its inaugural intake of students in January 2009. Located on Level 11, West of Berjaya Times Square, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, the University College offers programmes related to Business, Culinary Arts, Communication & Media Arts, Hospitality, Tourism, Events and Services Industries with emphasis on experiential learning from foundation to postgraduate levels. Programmes are offered under four (4) Faculties, the Faculty of Business, the Faculty of Culinary Arts, the Faculty of Hospitality & Tourism, and the Faculty of Liberal Arts. For more information on BERJAYA UC, please visit www.berjaya.edu.my.
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