Find Out About the Best Culinary Arts, Hospitality & Tourism Courses at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
Written by EduSpiral Consultant Services For more information contact 01111408838Students after SPM or O-Levels can either enter the Foundation in Arts & Technology at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU Utropolis Glenmarie first before entering into the hospitality, tourism or culinary degree for 3 years. Students who are sure of studying can take the diploma first for 2 years and then enter Year 2 of the degree for another 2 years.
At UOWM KDU, students will find blend of true hospitality, tourism and culinary subjects taught in specialised facilities that mirror state-of-the-art, real world environments. Our range of programmes ensure that students emerge as excellent, well-rounded graduates and armed with a combination of knowledge and skills that are in high demand with employers.
KDU is now part of the University of Wollongong Australia Global Network and known as UOW Malaysia KDU. In line with that, UOW plans to develop the UOW Malaysia KDU University Colleges at Glenmarie and Penang into universities within the next five to seven years. In addition, UOW intends to offer undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as research opportunities at the new Batu Kawan campus, to meet the emerging needs of that region.
The Best Culinary Arts, Hospitality & Tourism Courses at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
Established in 1983 as a private college, University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDUis one of the pioneers in private higher education and the first private college to operate a purpose-built campus in Petaling Jaya.Widely recognised as a premier centre for tertiary education, UOWM KDU is renowned for its quality teaching faculty and high quality twinning programs with prestigious universities and reputable institutions in the United Kingdom, United States of America, Australia and Switzerland.
Upgraded as a university college in 2010, KDU increased its product offering to include eight new proprietary programs with the flexibility of 23 specialisations. With more than 50,000 alumni, KDU has built a strong presence in the region and continues to inspire its students to greater heights.
GLOBAL OUTLOOK THROUGH INTERNATIONAL NETWORK
UOW Malaysia KDU provides its hospitality, tourism and culinary arts’ students with an international experience, allowing them to achieve a global outlook be it during or after their studies. They develop an acute appreciation of the added value of graduating with relevant international study and work experience, and how this benefits their personal development and future careers in hospitality and tourism management as well as in culinary arts.During their studies, students can participate in these international study opportunities:
STUDENTS ALSO HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY OF UNDERGOING THEIR INTERNSHIP ABROAD.
- Partnership with HOSCO
- UOW Malaysia KDU sends its hospitality, tourism and culinary arts’ students on internships in global placements through HOSCO, which is based in Geneva, Switzerland, where top hospitality organisations, schools and students from all over the world convene and interact.
- Students gain access to leading hospitality organisations and their available positions on a global market basis, enabling them to better select their internships and first permanent positions and to access valuable social tools and applications.
- Partnership with HILTON WORLDWIDE
- The partnership with HILTON WORLDWIDE, the Hilton Class program, aims to develop talents for the country’s rapidly growing hospitality industry. The program offers UOW Malaysia KDU students rigorous on-the-job training and a theoretical curriculum designed to equip them for successful careers in hospitality.
- J1 Exchange Visitor Visa Program
- Through this program, students get the opportunity to go through on-the-job experience in the United States for up to 12 months.
- Collaboration With Accorhotels
- Providing internship & career opportunities to students & graduates of SHTCA.
Including graduate employment program – New Generation Leaders program (Management Trainee program) for graduates. - INTERNSHIPS (LOCAL)
- Internships offer the potential for valuable learning opportunities outside the standard classroom setting. It is to put to practice what students were taught in the school and to develop their skills within all the different departments in the Hospitality Industry. Internships serves as a bridge between traditional academic settings and the professional world to which the students aspires to get into. It is the beginning of a lifelong journey for students and from thereon begin their careers in the Hospitality Industry. Internships strengthens the students resume for future career advancements.
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
UOWM KDU programs are highly regarded, and their students and lecturers have gone on to participate and win in industry-recognised competitions. These include:- Battle of the Chefs Penang, Malaysia
- Career@Hiltonlive Hospitality Talent Cup, Malaysia
- International MIHAS Apprentice Chefs’ Competition, Malaysia
- Food and Hotel Malaysia Culinary Challenge (FHM), Malaysia
- Food and Hotel Asia Culinary Challenge (FHA), Singapore
- Hans Bueschkens Challenge, Chile
- Hong Kong International Culinary Classic (HOFEX), Hong Kong
- International Emirates Salon Culinaire, Dubai
- The Big Cooking Contest, Austria
- I-Chef – Worlds Largest Chefs Gathering
- FHI, Food Hotel Indonesia
- Barista Malaysian Challenge
- FHM, Food Hotel Malaysia
- Golden Jubilee of HRH The Sultan of Brunei
- World Chefs Without Borders (feeding the poor)
- Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg
- World Chef Culinary Classic Competition Under American Culinary Federation
In January 2015 KDU moved to the new flagship RM320 million campus in Utropolis, Glenmarie, which is equipped with all the modern facilities necessary to meet the educational needs of generations to come.
Tourism & Hospitality School
School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts
The School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts was founded in 1987 and is the only institution in Malaysia which offers its students the choice of the full Swiss experience through its partner IMI University Centre in Lucerne, Switzerland, the French-link to IDRAC in France or the Italian connection to ALMA in Parma, Italy.The School offers various hospitality and culinary programs from diploma up to masters’ level, delivered by award-winning academics/ lecturers, who are both dedicated and experienced in the relevant education & industry sectors, producing graduates who are employed as highly regarded specialists in world renowned hotels and service related industries all over the world.
With the new campus in Utropolis Glenmarie, the school now boasts the largest culinary and hospitality teaching facilities in Malaysia covering some 65,000 square feet and also providing ample space for niche studies in molecular gastronomy, wine, charcuterie, chocolate and coffee. Facilities also include a fully equipped ice carving lab, another first in the country.
Teaching lecture theatres with in built kitchenettes and recording facilities also enable students to review classes anytime, anywhere and provide them the platform to train for television, where everything is “live”. Industry-exact front desks, housekeeping labs, and student-run restaurants complete the industry-relevant learning environment.
State-of-the-Art School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts Facilities at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
The School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU Utropolis Glenmarie takes pride in its training facilities of restaurants, front office and mock suite. Hands-on practical training complements theory lessons giving students added confidence in attending to guests' needs. Included the facilities specifically for Culinary programme students include the general facilities, training restaurants and kitchen facilities.The School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts equipped with real world facilities which consist of:
- Largest teaching facilities in Malaysia
- 13 Teaching kitchens covering some 65,000 sqft
- 2 Customised recording kitchens
- Sugar works and chocolate room
- Culinary arts design room
- One of a kind molecular teaching kitchen
- Charcuterie (butchery kitchen)
- 5-Star equivalent front office mock room and housekeeping lab
- Fully furnished actual sized mock suite
- Variable and fine dining restaurants for-real life practice
- Coffee and beverage laboratories
The school undergoes constant review with leading industry members who form its advisory board, ensuring compliance with the best practices. As such, UOWM KDU graduates are employed as highly regarded industry specialists all over the world.
Study Programmes Pre-accredited by The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education (THE-ICE)
- Foundation Studies (Art & Technology)
- IMI Diploma in International Hotel Management
- Bachelor of Hospitality Managment (Hons)
- Diploma in Culinary Arts
- Diploma in Professional Chef Training
- Bachelor in Culinary Management (Hons) (Major in Italian Culinary)
Student's Industrial Placement for the School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts
As part of your academic studies, you are given the opportunity to undertake at least one compulsory period of industry placement. Industry Placement is a period of employment in an establishment to enhance your skills and experience and provide opportunities for the application of theory to the world of work.For internships in Malaysia, support is provided through the whole process of CV review and interview. As soon as a potential employer confirms interest an interview is organized. Students are given information about the workplace and briefed for the interview. SHTCA will try to provide you with a suitable place according to your selection criteria. However, the school does not guarantee a place of your choice for industry placement nor any particular position during your industry placement. In the event your selection criteria do not match up with the list, SHTCA reserve the right to place you in any alternative establishment.
For internships overseas, support is also given throughout, including CV review, links with reputable
companies worldwide and interview advice. Our Industry Placement Manager gives advice and assists with the paperwork required to facilitate work permit applications. It must be noted that the internship allowance/salaries abroad vary according to the local market.
During your internship in Malaysia, SHTCA staff member will visit you to ensure that you are happy with the progress of your training and to help with any problems you may have encountered. For overseas internships, SHTCA will maintain regular contact with you and your employer to ensure that your experience lives up to your expectations. Unlike in most other hotel schools, at KDU University College, all these services are provided free of charge. You do not have to pay school fees during your internship.
IMI University Centre Switzerland - Partner for the School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
KDU University College's School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts (SHTCA) was founded in 1987, and with over 27 years of history, the school is the only Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts School in Malaysia that offers a complete Swiss experience through its collaboration with IMI University Centre switzerland.Its partnership with the IMI University Centre Switzerland enables the school to offer IMI programmes in Malaysia, without students having to go abroad. One of the unique features of the KDU-IMI programmes is the exposure to industry placement in reputable local or international hotels and restaurants where practical skills are enhanced in real life-situations.
IMI University Centre Switzerland is a unique, private, International Management Institute founded in 1991. Students at IMI can be assured of a highly personalised and individual approach to their learning. A qualification from IMI is a stamp of excellence on any curriculum vitae and will ensure that students are top of the pile for first important interviews.
IMI University Centre Switzerland and KDU University College has definitely come a long way, combining quality academic teaching, practical training, excellent industry placements, and international exposure, all a recipe for success.
ALMA La Scuola Internazionale di Cucina Italiana - Partner for School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts (SHTCA) is proud to announce it collaboration with ALMA Scuola Internazionale di Cucina Italiana, Colorna, Italy, the world's leading international educational and training centre for Italian Cuisine.Through this collaboration, the implementation of the Master Chef Certification programme for KDU culinary lecturers was established, providing training in the academic of Italian cuisine and pastry.
ALMA educates chefs and sommeliers from all around the world forming professional of Italian Cuisine with training programmes performed at the highest level by the most awarded teachers.
School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU Utropolis Glenmarie
Founded in 1983 University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU (formerly known as KDU College) is one of the most established intsitutions of private education in Malaysia.The School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts (SHTCA) is one of the largest department under UOWM KDU. We offer various Hospitality programmes, from diploma up to degree and MBA courses. Our graduates are regarded as some of the best by industry leaders.
Here at SHTCA, we believes that practice makes perfect, especially in the culinary field, and as such, we are the ONLY SCHOOL where 75% of the programmes is based on hands-on practice. We make sure that you learn only from the best. Many of our lecturers are very experienced in the industry as well as in teaching.
The global hospitality, tourism and culinary arts industries are dynamic and constantly evolving. It is
among the world's largest and fastest growing industries offering boundless opportunities for ambitious students who enjoy working with people and in a range of exciting environments, be it locally or internationally.
At UOWM KDU, students will find blend of true hospitality, tourism and culinary subjects taught in specialised facilities that mirror state-of-the-art, real world environments. Our range of programmes ensure that students emerge as excellent, well-rounded graduates and armed with a combination of knowledge and skills that are in high demand with employers.
Together with lecturers who carry both industry and academic experiences, we constantly push boundaries to ensure our students learn from the best. UOWM KDU is the only institution to offer molecular cooking as compulsory subject in out culinary programmes, in addition to launching the first-ever culinary book that applies molecular cooking techniques in Malaysian recipes.
UOWM KDU is also no stranger to competitive culinary scene, with lecturers and students excelling in competitions both locally and internationally.
UOWM KDU is also internationally recognised, garnering the World Association of Chef Societies (WACS) Recognition of Quality Culinary Education as well as accreditation from The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education (THE-ICE) as an Associate Member.
Our prestigious partner is IMI University Centre (IMI) from Lucerne, Switzerland, the birthplace of the hotel industry. The School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU signed an MOU with IMI in 1997 which enabled UOWM KDU to offer the IMI Programmes in Malaysia. In so doing University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU became the first private university college to offer students, at both the Petaling Jaya and Penang campuses, the opportunity to obtain prestigious Swiss qualifications without having to go abroad.
One of the unique features of the partnership program is the exposure to industry placement in reputable local or international hotels and restaurants where practical skills are enhanced in real-life situations.
Why study hospitality, tourism and culinary arts at UOWM KDU?
- 96% employed upon graduation.
- Upon gradudation, our students are employed in renowned hotels and service-related industries, with
- 30% obtaining employment overseas.
- Experience the best Italy has to offer.
- The Bachelor's Degree with a Major in Italian Cuisine by UOWM KDU and ALMA University of Parma, Italy includes a sevent-month stay in Italy consisting of two months of classes and five months of on-the job training at one- and two- Michelin star restaurants.
A practical programme for the real world at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU programmes are taught by the best in the industry with more than 50% of our curriculum emphasising hands-on practice. In addition, the Industry Advisory Board is made up of top-tier-management from the hospitality industry.Dual award degree.
The IMI degree graduates are conferred a degree from University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU and another from our partner instituition, IMI University Centre, Switzerland. This Dual award degree allows students to enjoy full recognition locally and internationally.
Students specialising in Italian Cuisine at ALMA, Italy will receive a parchment from University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU and ALMA, Italy.
State-of-the-art facilities.
13 kitchens cover 65,000 sq ft with ample space for niche studies in molecular gastronomy, wine, chocolate and coffee, and charcuterie. There are also realistic mock hospitality training facilities as well as student-run restaurants.
International resident and student-exhange programme.
Students at degree level have the option of participating in a 2-week resident programme at IMI University Centre (Switzerland), as well as a student-exchange programme in France at local fee.
University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU Utropolis Glenmarie Culinary Arts Awards
2013 Awards Won by KDU University College- HOFEX - Hong Kong International Culinary Challenge, Hong Kong - 2 Golds / Individual
- HOFEX - Hong Kong International Culinary Challenge, Hong Kong - Silver / Individual
- HOFEX - Hong Kong International Culinary Challenge, Hong Kong - Bronze / Individual
- Chef Association of Malaysia (CAM) - Best Chef Award / Chef Hamirudin Nazir (for his contribution to CAM)
- Chef Association of Malaysia (CAM) - Best Chef Award / Chef Darren Teoh ("Redefinition" molecular book author)
- Malaysia Chef Association awarded Best Chef to 2 KDU lecturers while the 3rd Award winner was a
- KDU alumni Culinary Arts National
- Singapore competition won 2 Gold International
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - 2 Bronzes / Dream Team Event
- HOFEX - Hong Kong International Culinary Challenge, Hong Kong - 2 Silvers / Individual
- HOFEX - Hong Kong International Culinary Challenge, Hong Kong - 2 Bronzes / Individual
- Hans Bueschkens Challenge, Chile - Silver / Individual (Black Box)
- Salon Culinaire, Dubai - 2 Silvers / Individual
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - Gold / Individual
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - Gold / Dream Team Event
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - 2 Silvers / Individual
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - Silver / Team Event
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - 2 Bronzes / Individual
- The Big Cooking Contest, Austria - 7th Placing / Team Event
- Silver Award, Putra Brands Awards
- Battle of the Chefs, Malaysia - Silver / Team Event
- Battle of the Chefs, Malaysia - 3 Bronzes / Individual
- HOFEX - Hong Kong International Culinary Challenge, Hong Kong - Bronze / Individual
- MIHAS Chefs Challenge, Malaysia - 4 Golds, 3 Silvers and Overall Champion / Team Event
- Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM), Malaysia - 3 Silvers / Individual
- Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM), Malaysia - 2 Bronzes / Individual
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - Gold / Individual
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - Silver / Individual
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - 2 Bronzes / Team Event
- Penang Chefs Challenge, Malaysia - Champion / Team Event (Black Box)
- Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM) - Gold / Individual
- Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM) - 4 Bronzes / Individual
- Food & Hotel Asia (FHA), Singapore - Bronze / Team Event
- NTV7 - Battle of the Best, Malaysia - 1st Runner-up / Individual
- Maggi / NST Culinary Challenge, Malaysia - Champion / Team Event
- 1 Gold, 1 Bronze and 1 Silver Award. Food Hotel Malaysia (FHM) Culinary Arts Department International
- Cube Award, Lufthansa Airlines Exec.
- 1 Gold & 1 Silver Award. Flambe' Category, Food Hotel Malaysia Culinary Arts Department International
- 1 Bronze and 3 Merit Diploma Awards. Mocktail and Cocktail Categories, Food Hotel Malaysia
- Cube Award, Lufthansa Airlines Exec. Chef Gerhard Local / Departmental
- Maurice Reymond Award Exec. Chef Gerhard International Award
- Champions, National Culinary Competition Culinary Arts Department
Associations & Affiliations for the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts (SHTCA) at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
- Chef Association of Malaysia
- World Association of Chef Societies
- International Centre of Tourism and Hospitality Education (THE-ICE)
- Malaysian Association of Hotels (Persatuan Hotel Malaysia)
- International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education
- MATTA
Industry Partners for Local Internship for University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts (SHTCA) Students
- ACCOR Hotels
- Pullman Hotels & Resorts
- IBIS Styles Hotels
- Hilton Worldwide
- Hilton Hotels and Resorts
- Traders Hotels
- Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
- Starwood Hotels & Resorts
- The Ritz Carlton
- JW Marriot Kuala Lumpur
- Fourpoints by Sheraton
- Berjaya Langkawi
- Sheraton Hotels & Resorts
- Hyatt Hotels
- Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
- Eastern & Oriental
- The Westin
- Pangkor Laut Resort
- Cameron Highlands Resort
- Star Cruises
- Royal Caribbean International
- Emirates
- Singapore Airlines
Industry Partners for International Internship for University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts (SHTCA) Students
- Hilton Hotels & Resorts
- ACCOR Hotels
- YTL Hotels
- Renaissance
- Shangri-La Hotels
- The Fullerton Hotel
- Hotel im Wassertum, Germany
- Hermann’s Posthotel, Germany
- Hotel zur Post Hotel Odenthal, Germany
- Stemberg Velbert, Germany
- Hotel Uberfahrt, Germany
- Esperanto Fulda, Germany
- Top Air Stuttgart, Germany
- Residence Essen, Germany
- Swissotel The Stamford Singapore
- St. Regis Singapore
- Fairmont Singapore
- Resorts World Singapore
- Hilton Hotel, Seoul, Korea,
- Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts, Seoul, Korea
- Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts, Middle East
- Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, Middles East
Hospitality Connection (HOSCO) Exclusive Partnership with University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
HOSCO is a trusted partner for those who seek excellence in their careers and human capital in the hospitality industry.Through a single point of contact, members from selected hotel schools use HOSCO to access leading hospitality companies and their available positions on a global market basis. This platform enables members to better select their internships and first permanent positions and to access valuable social tools and applications.
At the same time, companies registered with HOSCO enjoy real-time access to the largest number of highly qualified candidates, either for internships or post-graduate positions, through a single efficient platform. Through the community, employers save time and money recruiting talents that best fit their needs and company values and who are committed to developing a career with them.
More than a traditional job board, HOSCO, based in Geneva, Switzerland, is where top hospitality companies, schools and members from all over the world meet and interact.
It is a network where top hospitality players meet and interact, to find your internship, job or just to broaden your network. Access to HOSCO is exclusively reserved for 30 top ranked hospitality programmes including KDU University College
Free Barista Certification for Diploma and Degree Culinary Students at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
Culinary Arts diploma students at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU will receive free training and certification for the European Barista Guild Level 1 while the culinary degree students will obtain the Level 2 certification. These certifications enhances the students' learning experience and job potential.Top Notch Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts Facilities at University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU Utropolis Glenmarie
With industry standard mock-up suites, coffee labs and dining outlets, including a fine dining restaurant, students are able to experience their future working environments while being on campus.- Equatorial Mock Suite- Industry standard mock suites for realistic hands-on training.
- Café 8ighty 7even by Coffex - Of cosy settings and freshly brewed coffee steaming in the air by the hands of our versatile students.
- Atelier – Hot Kitchen - Students get into action in the hot kitchen, giving them a taste of life in the industry.
- Culinary Lecture Theatre - Top notch facilities equipped in the theatre allows for in-class demonstrations.
- Dewakan – Fine Dining Restaurant - Equipped with elegant finishes, Dewakan is an educational entrepreneurial initiative by KDU.
- Avant – Molecular Kitchen - At Avant, students utilise the latest equipment in learning the art of molecular cooking.
- Charcuterie – Butchery Kitchen - At Charcuterie, students learn and master the techniques and skills to create various deli products.
- Mirabelle – Training Restaurant - At Mirabelle, students run everything from scratch while serving real customers and countering real-time situations.
- Saveur – Training Restaurant - Built to mimic a true fine dining restaurant, students are given real practice at Saveur.
- Artisanat – Kitchen Artistry Room - At Artisanat, our students are trained to master the most delicate of arts.
- Glace – Ice Carvery - At Glace, students are taught first hand on the art of ice carving.
- Boulangerie – Bakery Kitchen - KDU students are synonymous with the fluffy bread and pastries they produce here at the Boulangerie.
- Bacchus – Wine Lab - Students are given a holistic education complemented with our state-of-the-art facilities inclusive of a wine tasting lab.
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