UOW KDU Batu Kawan Campus is a modern industry-focused campus strategically located in Batu Kawan, Penang, one of Northern Malaysia’s fastest-growing education and industrial hubs.

The campus is designed to support practical learning, industry engagement, and international pathways, offering programmes from foundation and diploma to undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Many programmes feature dual award arrangements with the University of Wollongong (Australia) and international partners, providing students with strong global recognition.

With purpose-built facilities, strong academic support, and close proximity to manufacturing, technology, hospitality, and business industries, UOW KDU Batu Kawan Campus is an ideal choice for students seeking career-ready education in a cost-efficient and accessible location.

Key Highlights

• Located in Batu Kawan, Penang’s integrated education & industrial zone

• Wide range of programmes: Pre-University, Diploma, Degree & Postgraduate

• Dual Award options with University of Wollongong (Australia)

• Strong focus on employability, practical skills & industry exposure

• Suitable for local & international students

   

🎓 PROGRAMME CATEGORIES & INTAKES
UOW KDU | Batu Kawan Campus

🎓 Pre-University Programmes

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Foundation in Arts | 1 year
• Foundation in Science | 1 year

💼 Business

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Diploma in Business | 2 years
• Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons) | 3 years 2 months
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Business Management | 3 years
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management | 3 years
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management
(Dual Award with University of Wollongong) | 3 years

🎥 Communication & Media

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Diploma in Mass Communication | 2.4 years
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Media Production | 3.4 years
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Public Relations | 3.4 years

💻 Computing & Information Technology

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Diploma in Information Technology | 2.5 years
• Bachelor of Information Systems (Hons) | 3 years
• Bachelor of Software Engineering (Hons) | 3 years
• Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)
(Dual Award with University of Wollongong) | 3 years

⚙️ Engineering

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering | 2.5 years
• Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering (Hons) | 4 years

🍽 Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Diploma in Culinary Arts | 2 years
• Diploma in International Hotel Management | 2 years
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Hotel & Tourism Management | 3 years
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Culinary Arts | 3 years

🌍 Dual Award Programmes
(IMI International Management Institute, Switzerland)

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Diploma in Culinary Arts | 2 years
• Diploma in International Hotel Management | 2 years
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Hotel & Tourism Management | 3 years
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Culinary Arts | 3 years

🏗 Built Environment

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Diploma in Interior Design | 2.8 years
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Interior Architecture | 3.5 years

🎓 Postgraduate Programmes (Full-Time)

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 1.5 – 4 years
• Master of Business | 2 – 4 years
• Master in Computer Science | 2 – 4 years
• Master of Science in Tourism Management | 2 – 4 years
• Master of Science (Engineering) | 2 – 4 years

🎓 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – Full-Time

📅 Intakes
To Be Confirmed (TBC)

• PhD (Business) | 3 – 6 years
• PhD (Computer Science) | 3 – 6 years
• PhD (Hospitality & Tourism) | 3 – 6 years
• PhD (Engineering) | 3 – 6 years

🎓 Postgraduate Programmes (Part-Time)

📅 Intakes
January / June / September

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 2 – 5 years
• Master of Business | 3 – 8 years
• Master in Computer Science | 3 – 8 years
• Master of Science in Tourism Management | 3 – 8 years
• Master of Science (Engineering) | 3 – 8 years

🎓 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – Part-Time

📅 Intakes
To Be Confirmed (TBC)

• PhD (Business) | 4 – 8 years
• PhD (Computer Science) | 4 – 8 years
• PhD (Hospitality & Tourism) | 4 – 8 years
• PhD (Engineering) | 4 – 8 years

📌 IMPORTANT NOTES FOR PARENTS & STUDENTS

• Not all programmes are available in every intake
• Early application is strongly recommended due to limited quotas
• Dual award and postgraduate programmes have stricter entry requirements
• Focus Education provides support for programme selection, intake planning, and application submission