About Quest International University (QIU)

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) Ranking & Reputation

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.

Why Study at Quest International University (QIU)

State-of-the-Art Facilities
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

Industry-Ready Graduates
Focus on experiential learning where you learn by doing, ensuring that you are ready for the job market when you graduate

Lecturers With Industry Experience
Industry advisors and adjunct professors from international companies including Universal Music, Leo Burnett Malaysia, Samsung, Grab and Intel 

Campus Location

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.

Courses Offered

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.

Featured programmes at Quest International University (QIU)

Quest International University (QIU)

Ipoh, Perak

Foundation in Science

Intake

Apr, Jul, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM8,700

A 100% tuition fee waiver is available for students that commit to continuing their degree studies at QIU's MBBS or Pharmacy programme. T&C applies. Contact us to find out more.

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Scholarships
• Duration

• Gain early exposure to degree courses
• Electives offered are tailored to provide you with a pathway into biologicial, computer or physical science programmes
• Effective mentoring and student academic tracking system
• You will be exposed to practical and academic events throughout the course

• Ipoh: RM8,700

SPM:

• 6(A+/A/A-): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A+/A/A-): 50% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 6(A*/A): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A*/A): 50% tuition fee waiver

• Duration: 1 year

Highlights

• Gain early exposure to degree courses
• Electives offered are tailored to provide you with a pathway into biologicial, computer or physical science programmes
• Effective mentoring and student academic tracking system
• You will be exposed to practical and academic events throughout the course

Campus

• Ipoh: RM8,700

Scholarships

SPM:

• 6(A+/A/A-): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A+/A/A-): 50% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 6(A*/A): 100% tuition fee waiver
• 3(A*/A): 50% tuition fee waiver

Duration

• Duration: 1 year

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Quest International University (QIU)

Ipoh, Perak

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Intake

Apr, Jul, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM21,000

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• Duration

• Ipoh: RM21,000

• Duration: 2.5 years

Campus

• Ipoh: RM21,000

Duration

• Duration: 2.5 years

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Ipoh, Perak

Diploma in Environmental Technology

Intake

Apr, Jul, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM21,000

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• Duration

• Ipoh: RM21,000

• Duration: 2.5 years

Campus

• Ipoh: RM21,000

Duration

• Duration: 2.5 years

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Quest International University (QIU)

Ipoh, Perak

Bachelor of Special Needs Education (Hons)

Intake

Apr, Jul, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM41,400

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• The only private university that offers a Bachelor of Special Needs Education degree in Malaysia, leading the effort to develop specialist practitioners in the field
• Undergo experiential learning without the traditional constraints of exams, where you will focus on project-based, hands-on learning to build required skills and competencies in the field
• Undergo a compulsory 640-hour work-based placement in real world environments, where you will gain experience working with special needs children
• Curriculum that connects theory and practical skills to develop work-based experience

• Ipoh: RM41,400

• Duration: 3 years

Highlights

• The only private university that offers a Bachelor of Special Needs Education degree in Malaysia, leading the effort to develop specialist practitioners in the field
• Undergo experiential learning without the traditional constraints of exams, where you will focus on project-based, hands-on learning to build required skills and competencies in the field
• Undergo a compulsory 640-hour work-based placement in real world environments, where you will gain experience working with special needs children
• Curriculum that connects theory and practical skills to develop work-based experience

Campus

• Ipoh: RM41,400

Duration

• Duration: 3 years

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Quest International University (QIU)

Ipoh, Perak

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Intake

Oct

Tuition Fees

RM310,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Early clinical training in Year 1 and Year 2, and clinical postings rotation in various government hospitals and clinics for better case exposure
• Aligned with the assessment framework of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE)
• Oxbridge-style teaching methodology and continuous Personal, Professional, Development and Ethics (PPD&E) throughout the programme
• Cadaveric dissection for gross anatomy

• Ipoh: RM310,000

• Duration: 5 years

Highlights

• Early clinical training in Year 1 and Year 2, and clinical postings rotation in various government hospitals and clinics for better case exposure
• Aligned with the assessment framework of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE)
• Oxbridge-style teaching methodology and continuous Personal, Professional, Development and Ethics (PPD&E) throughout the programme
• Cadaveric dissection for gross anatomy

Campus

• Ipoh: RM310,000

Duration

• Duration: 5 years

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Scholarships

QIU offers up to 100% scholarships for SPM leavers for foundation and diploma programmes. It also provides scholarships for its various degree programmes including medicine and pharmacy. Here are some of QIU’s scholarships.

Quest International University (QIU)

Ipoh, Perak

QIU Foundation & Diploma Programme Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma

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• Highlights

• For Foundation and Diploma programmes
• Scholarship amount is tiered and based on academic results
• Minimum of 3As in SPM or O Level
• For Foundation, 50% tuition fee waiver for 3As in SPM/O Level and 100% tuition fee waiver for 6As. Additionally, you must enrol in a degree programme at QIU.
• For Foundation in Science leading to MBBS / Pharmacy, award is 100% tuition fee waiver with 5Bs in 3 Science subjects, Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and 1 other subject at SPM. Additionally, you must progress into a degree programme at QIU.
• For Diploma, 25% tuition fee waiver for 3As in SPM/O Level and 50% tuition fee waiver for 6As
• No interview/assessment required

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Quest International University (QIU)

Ipoh, Perak

QIU Tuition Fee Waiver For Foundation In Science Leading to MBBS or Pharmacy

Amount

100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation

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• Highlights

• For Foundation in Science leading to MBBS or Pharmacy
• Full tuition fee waiver for foundation when you continue on for your degree
• Minimum of Grade B in 3 Science subjects, Mathematics and another subject at SPM

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Quest International University (QIU)

Ipoh, Perak

QIU Degree Scholarship

Amount

Up to 50% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For all Degree programmes except for MBBS and Pharmacy
• Minimum ABB in A Level or CGPA of 3.25 in STPM, Matrikulasi, Foundation or equivalent

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