At the invitation of several Malaysian universities, President WANG Wei of East & West International Education Group (EWIE), along with YAN Haixia, General Manager of the Wuhan Center, and FENG Jishang, Director of the International Curriculum Center, visited Malaysia starting from January 20, 2025. The delegation conducted on-site visits to the University of Nottingham Malaysia, the National University of Malaysia (UKM), and the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). They gained an in-depth understanding of these institutions’ facilities, academic strengths, and enrollment of Chinese students while engaging in discussions with university leaders on international education collaborations and the Group’s business expansion in Malaysia.
Strengthening Collaboration with Malaysian Universities
During their visit to the University of Nottingham Malaysia, President WANG Wei and his team met with the university’s admissions and East Asia market representatives. Discussions focused on entry requirements for international students, recognition of the International Foundation Course (IFC) and International Year One programs (IYO), and recruitment partnerships. Both sides expressed a strong commitment to deepening cooperation and facilitating more Chinese students’ enrollment in the future.
At the National University of Malaysia (UKM), the delegation visited the International Student Registration Office, International Student Activity Center, and Student Support Center. President WANG Wei also held discussions with the CEO of AiMa Study Abroad and the head of UKM’s International Student Support Center, reaching an agreement on facilitating a smooth transition for students from EWIE to UKM. Additionally, they explored potential collaborations between UKM’s Faculty of Economics and Management and East & West’s academic centers.
At the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), President WANG Wei met with the head of the International Admissions Office to gain a comprehensive understanding of the university’s academic strengths. Both sides identified potential collaboration opportunities in student recruitment, academic exchange programs, and credit recognition for international courses. Mr. Ma, a distinguished Chinese alumnus of IIUM, accompanied the delegation and provided insights into the university’s history, academic environment, and future development prospects.
This series of visits has strengthened ties between EWIE and key Malaysian universities, fostering deeper engagement with Malaysia’s education sector. The insights gained will help shape the Group’s expansion into the Southeast Asian market, ensuring the development of programs tailored to market demand.
University Profiles
University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM)
The University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) is the Malaysian campus of the University of Nottingham (UK), located in Kuala Lumpur. Spread across 125 acres, UNM offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees identical to those awarded by its UK campus. The university follows the same academic standards and teaching practices as the main campus.
As a Russell Group member and a globally top 100 university, the University of Nottingham maintains a strong academic and research reputation. UNM shares the global ranking and academic recognition of its UK counterpart, ensuring high-quality education.
The National University of Malaysia (UKM)
The National University of Malaysia (UKM), established in 1970, is one of Malaysia’s five research universities. With its main campus in Bandar Baru Bangi (35 km from Kuala Lumpur) and a branch in central Kuala Lumpur, UKM offers a wide range of disciplines, including education, engineering, business, medicine, law, humanities, and sciences.
In the 2025 QS World University Rankings, UKM is ranked 138th globally and 26th in Asia. It has been recognized as a 5-Star University by QS and ranks among the top five universities in Southeast Asia.
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
Founded in 1983 under the initiative of former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) aims to be one of the world’s leading Islamic universities. With over 10,000 students from 92 countries, IIUM offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs across multiple disciplines.
IIUM is one of Malaysia’s only universities where English or Arabic serves as the medium of instruction. Its degrees are globally recognized, and credits are transferable to universities in the UK, US, Australia, and Canada. In the 2024 QS World University Rankings, IIUM is placed in the 601-650 range.
This visit has paved the way for future collaborations between EWIE and leading Malaysian universities, expanding opportunities for Chinese students in Malaysia’s higher education landscape.