About Sunway University
Sunway University is one of Southeast Asia’s leading private universities, located in Sunway City, a sustainable urban development near Kuala Lumpur. Built on a rehabilitated tin-mining land, the city is well connected via Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and green canopy walkways, making campus facilities and nearby amenities easily accessible.
The university is known for its strong academic environment and vibrant student life. The Tun Hussein Onn Sunway Library is central academic resource, offering an extensive range of learning materials – from online databases and open shelf Harvard and Malaysian collections as well as group, individual and silent study spaces and workshops to support students with independent research and writing skills.
Innovation and entrepreneurship are actively encouraged through the university’s iLabs and Makerspaces, located near the Careers Hub. Importantly, Sunway University has been ranked No.1 in graduate employability by Talentbank, a leading Malaysian graduate recruitment platform. This ranking reflects the university’s strong reputation among employers and its success in equipping students with practical skills, industry exposure, and professional networks that enable smooth transitions into the workforce.
Students also benefit from a range of support services provided through the Student Life centre, including leadership programmes, sports activities, and counselling. Recreational facilities include an Olympic sized swimming pool, a FIFA-certified synthetic turf football field, and easy access to the Sunway Lagoon Theme Park.
Sunway University continues to rise in global recognition, making a significant leap to #410 in the QS World University Ranking 2026. It is also ranked #81 in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact World University rankings 2025. In the THE World University Rankings 2025, it is ranked #1 private, non-government-linked university in Malaysia.
About Lancaster University
Lancaster University delivers new thinking and solutions through collaboration: a global community of students, practical research, widening access, and partnerships. Lancaster University is among the best in the UK—top 10 in The Complete University Guide 2026 and it has been named ‘University of the Year in the Northwest’ of England (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026).
Lancaster also ranks highly in international league tables: #157 in the QS World University Rankings 2026, and the University has been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
Sunway – Lancaster Partnership
Since 2006, Sunway University has partnered with Lancaster University to enable students to earn two degree awards across a comprehensive range of programmes. Students can choose to complete their entire degree studies at Sunway, or, for selected programmes, to participate in 1+2 articulation route – spending one year at Sunway and the remaining two years at Lancaster.
How to Apply
Upon completing the NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies, qualifying students are welcome to apply to a wide range of undergraduate degrees in fields such as Accounting, Business, Finance, Biomedicine, Psychology, Communication, Creative Arts, Computing, Engineering and more*.
Rebecca Bewley, Head of Partnerships at NCC Education, says:
“I am delighted by this new development which enables learners to advance from NCC qualifications to prestigious degrees, awarded by both Lancaster University and Sunway. I hope this will be welcomed by many students in Malaysia and across the wider NCC network.”
“We are excited to offer this new progression pathway with NCC Education, which provides students invaluable transnational education exposure – combining the best of Sunway University and Lancaster University. At Sunway, we pride ourselves on being a campus with a conscience, deeply committed to sustainability and social impact. Beyond academics, our vibrant campus life offers some of the most dynamic and engaging experiences in the region, ensuring students thrive both personally and professionally in a truly global learning environment.” Prof. Dr. Abhi Veerakumarasivam, Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Sunway University.
*Offers will be made on a case-by-case basis, subject to minimum entry requirements and availability. Students may apply to complete their programmes wholly at Sunway University or for the 1+2 articulation agreement between Sunway and Lancaster University.
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