Welcome to University College Fairview
At UCF, we pride ourselves on a rich tradition of academic excellence and a commitment to student success. UCF is Malaysia’s 1st Private University that focuses on international school teacher education with emphasis on International Baccalaureate’s (IB) best practices. UCF’s main office is located in Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur and extended campus in UEP Subang, Selangor.
Since its inception in 2003, the leadership team has undertaken the important task of developing our nation’s youth into well-rounded, competitive and resilient contributors, with global perspectives on the development of Malaysia’s education and economic growth and prosperity. UCF is more than just another university college. UCF is established along with the Fairview group of international schools of presently 5 IB World Schools in Malaysia, 1 IB world School in Bridge of Allan, Scotland. It is a highly focused institution with International Baccalaureate (IB) education as its core business.
UCF is pioneering , spearheading, enhancing and impacting IB education and international schoolteachers training not only in Malaysia but also in the rest of the Asia Pacific region.
What is IB?
The International Baccalaureate (IB) aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
The IB’s three programmes encourage both personal and academic achievement, challenging students to excel in their studies and in their personal development. IB programmes are developed independently from national systems and governments, incorporating best practice from research and a global community of more than 5,000 top-performing schools. IB World Schools encourage students of all ages to think critically and challenge assumptions, to become globally engaged, and to learn multilingually. International Baccalaureate® (IB) programmes aim to do more than other curricula by developing inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who are motivated to succeed.
IB programmes are different from many national curriculum frameworks because they:
- Encourage students of all ages to think critically and challenge assumptions
- Develop independently of government and national systems, incorporating
- Quality practice from research and our global community of schools
- Encourage students of all ages to consider both local and global contexts
- Develop multilingual students.
UCF is registered with the Malaysian Ministry of Education (MOE) and the Malaysia Qualification Authority (MQA) accredits the programmes. Detail of the accreditation is available at: https://www2.mqa.gov.my/mqr/ UCF is rated as “competitive” under the 2022 SETARA rating by Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia.
Celebrating Milestones of Excellence
UCF continues to advance its reputation through key achievements:
- International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) accreditation for our Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), placing us among a global network of distinguished IB educators.
- Full accreditation from the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), and the Ministry of Education (MOE) for our Foundation in Music (FIM), Bachelor of Education (BEd), Master of Education (MEd), and Doctor of Education (DEd) programmes.
- Launch of a new programme—the Postgraduate Diploma in Education (IB)—delivered entirely through asynchronous learning. Currently in its final stages of accreditation, this programme empowers professionals to connect theory with practice through research methodologies such as case studies and ethnographic inquiry.
These accomplishments are not just accolades; they are powerful affirmations of UCF’s unwavering dedication to delivering quality, future-ready education.
Foreward
Professor Datuk Dr Sufean Hussin
B.Sc. Ed, MEd, PhD (Oregon, USA)
Educational Development, Management, & Policy
To Our Esteemed UCF Community and Visitors,
It is with great pride and excitement that I welcome you to University College Fairview (UCF)—an institution where academic excellence meets innovation and transformative growth. In this dynamic and rapidly evolving world, UCF stands as a forward-looking university committed to developing thinkers, educators, and leaders equipped to shape the future with confidence and integrity.
Charting a Path Forward
UCF has been rated as a “Competitive” institution under the 2022 SETARA rating by the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia, underscoring our commitment to sustainability and academic distinction.
Looking ahead, we are actively working toward the establishment of a Chartered Teacher Status a significant move to set new professional benchmarks for educators in Malaysia and beyond.
To Our Graduates: Bearers of the UCF Legacy
To all who have journeyed through UCF:
- Music graduates, your creativity has opened doors to prestigious institutions and professional opportunities worldwide.
- BEd graduates, you are shaping minds and nurturing empathy in classrooms around the globe.
- PGDE, MEd, and DEd graduates, your research and insights are redefining educational practices and advancing the profession.
Your success is not yours alone it is shared with your families, mentors, and peers who stood by you. We celebrate you.
With Gratitude and Purpose
I offer my heartfelt thanks to our dedicated faculty and staff whose passion fuels the heart of UCF. To our students and alumni—you are the living testament to our mission and values. As you take the next steps in your professional journeys, know that UCF stands beside you, always.
Let us continue to learn boldly, teach passionately, and lead with purpose.
Welcome to UCF where futures are forged.
Warm regards,
Professor Datuk Dr. Sufean Hussin
Vice Chancellor, University College Fairview.
