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Quest International University (QIU), first launched in 2011, is a private university in Malaysia located in Ipoh, Perak. Centred around a unique brand of experiential learning with a pledge to leave no one behind, QIU strives to produce graduates who will change the game and leave a legacy.
The university offers a variety of comprehensive programmes from foundation to degree and postgraduate levels. Some of its programmes include medicine, pharmacy, biotechnology, engineering, computer science, actuarial science, culinary arts and special needs education.
QIU prides itself on producing industry-relevant graduates. Its students are developed for the industry, with their holistic growth kept at the forefront. The university focuses on experiential learning, which means that you will be involved in hands-on training in your studies, ensuring that you are ready for the workplace.
Quest International University (QIU) is rated ‘Berdaya Saing (Competitive)’ in the latest SETARA rating.
QIU is also one of just 28 institutions in Malaysia that made it into the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024, a global performance table that assesses universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The final list includes only 12 private universities in Malaysia.
QIU is the only private university to have an on-campus pilot plant for pharmacy students, allowing you to practise the process of creating medicines
Focus on experiential learning where you learn by doing, ensuring that you are ready for the job market when you graduate
Industry advisors and adjunct professors from international companies including Universal Music, Leo Burnett Malaysia, Samsung, Grab and Intel
Quest International University (QIU) is located in the historic city of Ipoh, the capital of Perak.
The campus is situated within approximately 5 minutes of Ipoh old town and is in close proximity to the major shopping mall in Ipoh, Ipoh Parade. Nearby amenities include The Store hypermarket, Perak Community Specialist Hospital and the Pekan Baru Police Station.
If you’re looking for accommodation, QIU’s hostels provide easy access to many amenities. Nestled in the greenery of Sunway City, Ipoh, the hostel is surrounded by cafés and restaurants such as Starbucks and McDonald’s, with the Lost World of Tambun water park conveniently located nearby. Bus service is provided between the hostel and the university campus.
With 7 faculties and 16 schools, QIU offers a wide range of programmes from medicine and health sciences, integrated life sciences such as biotechnology and environmental technology, social sciences such as psychology and education, as well as business, management and hospitality. Check out the list of programmes offered by QIU here.
