Formerly known as HELP College of Arts and Technology (HELP CAT), Imperium International College successfully completed the takeover of HELP CAT. This was also to ensure that as the new official entity, IIC achieves one of its key strategic objectives to provide the best quality education and skill for a wide range of students.
As a multi-disciplinary education provider, IIC offers a wide range of online and blended learning programs across engineering, culinary, IT, and ACCA, amongst others.
IIC’s strategic location at Fraser Business Park, Sungai Besi enables students to enjoy the benefits of living and learning in metropolitan Kuala Lumpur with access to top academic and professional expertise as well as excellent facilities with a link bridge to the city’s Light Rail Transit (LRT) network that connects the college (Chan Sow Lin LRT station) to the greater KL.
A purpose-designed campus, IIC offers a wide range of innovative academic, professional and vocational programs as shown below.
Top-rated partners, including Anglia Ruskin University, will provide more options for academic and career development.
Professional programmes such as the internationally renowned Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and ACCA Foundation in Accounting (FIA) programmes.
A wide range of diploma and short courses are available to provide credit transfer options and competency training.
As an institution of higher learning, IIC also offers students the opportunity to pursue home-grown programmes (Foundation Studies in both Arts and Science, and Diplomas in Business, Accountancy, Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Hotel Management, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering).
In tune with the objective of Malaysia to be a regional center of educational excellence, Imperium International College has formed partnerships with a range of good overseas universities to conduct ‘3+0’ programmes, examples being the University of London, and Anglia Ruskin University.
There are also vocational and professional programmes such as the Diploma in Culinary Arts and accounting programmes like the ACCA Foundation in Accounting and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants of ACCA, UK. The range of programmes offered, including the Foundation Studies in Arts and Science, will provide students with relevant pathways to undergraduate studies and professional qualifications that are connected to high-growth sectors with a strong demand for the employment of such graduates.
Imperium International College is now owned by MAA Group as the company puts focus on expanding its education business. MAA Group also owns St John’s International School and Pusat Tuisyen Kasturi under its subsidiary, Edumaax Sdn Bhd.
Why Study At Imperium International College
Formerly known as HELP College of Arts and Technology (HELP CAT), Imperium International College successfully completed the takeover of HELP CAT and resumed operations in March 2020. This was also to ensure that as the new official entity, IIC achieves one of its key strategic objectives to provide the best quality education and skill for a wide range of students.
As a multi-disciplinary education provider, IIC offers a wide range of online and blended learning programs in engineering, culinary, communications and ACCA, amongst others.
IIC also offers students the opportunity to pursue home-grown programmes (Foundation Studies in both Arts and Science, and Diplomas in Business, Accountancy, Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Hotel Management, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering).
The range of programmes offered, including the Foundation Studies in Arts and Science, will provide students with relevant pathways to undergraduate studies and professional qualifications that are connected to high-growth sectors with a strong demand for the employment of such graduates.
Internal Scholarship Provided By Imperium International College
Internal Scholarships Provided by the University
1. Merit/Entrance Scholarships
Notes
• Grade A is inclusive of A+, A and A
• Scholarship covers tuition fees only and excludes Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU)
• Scholarship Financial Aid recipients must maintain a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3 00 for the duration of the scholarship Students with 50 or higher quantum must maintain GPA 3 50 or equivalent This is applicable to both entrance and continuing scholarships.
2. Progression / Continuing Scholarships
There are also external sponsorships that the university provides as below.
Notes
• * Financial aid covers tuition fees only and excludes Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU)
• ** Only for Alumni who graduated 3 years prior from registering for new intake at IIC
• *** Applications may be considered on a case by case basis and a higher quantum may be awarded
• **** For BUDIMAS Terms Conditions for applications refer to Randy Shu (Career Counselling and Admission Centre)
3. Sports Excellence – This financial aid is awarded to registered students who have excelled in sports and have represented the state or country in competitions.
Value
50 waiver in tuition fee for State athletes
60 waiver in tuition fee for National athletes
*Applications may be considered on a case by casb basis and a higher quantum may be awarded
Eligibility
• Full time Malaysian students in Imperium International College who are state or national sports personalities two years before joining the College
• Sport(s) excelled in should be affiliated with the Olympic Council Malaysia or National Sports Council
• Verification of student status as sports personalities is done by the National or State Sports Association
• Recipients must maintain the following minimum GPA for the duration of the scholarship:
GPA 2 75 out of a maximum of 4 00 if actively involved in sports This includes but not limited to participating in national and/or state level competitions, attending trainings, etc
GPA 3 50 out of a maximum of 4 00 if not actively involved in sports
4. BUDIMAS Scholarship – The Budimas Charitable Foundation is offering Scholarship for Malaysian students to pursue higher education for full time programmes at IIC This scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly allowance and accommodation.
Eligibility
• Open to Malaysian citizens aged between 18 and 24 who wish to pursue tertiary education
• Total gross monthly household income of RM 4 000 and below
• Applicants should possess good academic qualifications and should be active in school
• Minimum academic requirement
Foundation and Diploma minimum 5 A’s in SPM and credit in other subjects
Degree CGPA 3 5 and above in STPM
3 A’s in A-Level and credit in other subjects
CGPA 3 5 and above in Diploma/Foundation
• Only official exam result will be accepted for scholarship consideration
• Recipients cannot change programme halfway in their studies
• Accommodation and monthly allowance will be included with the scholarship
• Applicants must not be bonded or receiving any form of financial aid or award from other educational institutions or organisations
• Applicants must have good health and not suffering from critical illnesses
• Recipients must maintain the following conditions for the duration of the scholarship
A minimum of 80 class attendance
A minimum of GPA 2 20 out of a maximum 4 00 in every exam sessions
What You Should Know About the University
Student Accommodation
If accommodation is not provided in the university, are there any student residential areas nearby or recommended accommodation by the university?
Located within the same building, City Campus Lodge & Hotel consists of 452 hostel rooms for students and guests. Students and guests of the hostel can enjoy common facilities like elevator, Wi-Fi in public areas & rooms, 24-hour front desk & security guard, two tiers secured lift access system, student leisure lounge & pantry, etc.
Transportation
Available public transportation around the university / how to get to the university
The campus is connected to the Chan Sow Lin LRT station via a link bridge
Student Parking
Is parking available for all students within / near the university?
Situated in a business park, there are ample parking spaces available around and at the basement of the college
Things to Do Around the Campus
There are a variety of restaurants and convenience stores available around the college
Security
Security personal are stationed around the campus to ensure that student’s safety is taken care of. Guests can only enter the campus after registering at the security counter.
Education at the University
Most Popular Courses in the University
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Pre-U programmes
Anglia Ruskin University Bachelor in Business
Diploma in Engineering
Applying to the University with SPM Trial Results
Can students apply to the university with their SPM trial results?
Yes, they can. A conditional offer letter will be given to students
General Education Subjects (MPU)
How many MPU subjects must students take per semester / academic year?
Average of 2 MPU subjects per semester
What are the MPU subjects required to take in the university? (TITAS, Malaysian Studies, BM etc.)
Hubungan Etnik / Bahasa Komunikasi 3, Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia / Pengajian Malaysia, Malaysian Economy
Graduation Details
Cost + requirements
Average around RM800 with RM400 refundable deposit
How many graduation ceremonies per year? (Graduation dates etc.)
