
Selangor
Key Facts
Established
1990
Total Students
1000
Highlights
Established in 1990 – Over 30 years of experience in higher education
University College status since 2015
Strategic location in Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya (education & commercial hub)
Comprehensive study pathways: Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree & Postgraduate
Career-focused & industry-relevant programmes
Strong emphasis on practical learning, internships & real-world projects
Key study areas: Business, Hospitality, Design, Education, Psychology & Media
Multicultural campus with students from 30+ countries
Supportive learning environment focused on employability & global readiness
Introduction
First City University College (FCUC) is a private higher education institution located in Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia, established in 1990. With over three decades of experience in tertiary education, FCUC is committed to delivering career-oriented and industry-relevant programmes that prepare students for the demands of the workforce.
The institution was originally founded as Kolej Swasta Bandar Utama (KSBU), later known as KBU International College, before being officially upgraded to University College status in 2015 and renamed First City University College.
Today, FCUC offers a comprehensive range of programmes including Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, and Postgraduate studies. Its key areas of academic focus include:
Business and Management
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Interior Architecture and Design
Education
Psychology
Communication and Media Studies
FCUC places strong emphasis on practical and experiential learning, integrating internships, industry collaboration, and real-world projects into its curriculum to ensure students gain valuable hands-on experience before graduation.
With a diverse community of local and international students from more than 30 countries, First City University College provides a supportive, multicultural learning environment that nurtures students’ professional competence, personal development, and global outlook.
Key Facts
Established
1990
Total Students
1000
Highlights
Established in 1990 – Over 30 years of experience in higher education
University College status since 2015
Strategic location in Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya (education & commercial hub)
Comprehensive study pathways: Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree & Postgraduate
Career-focused & industry-relevant programmes
Strong emphasis on practical learning, internships & real-world projects
Key study areas: Business, Hospitality, Design, Education, Psychology & Media
Multicultural campus with students from 30+ countries
Supportive learning environment focused on employability & global readiness
Introduction
First City University College (FCUC) is a private higher education institution located in Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia, established in 1990. With over three decades of experience in tertiary education, FCUC is committed to delivering career-oriented and industry-relevant programmes that prepare students for the demands of the workforce.
The institution was originally founded as Kolej Swasta Bandar Utama (KSBU), later known as KBU International College, before being officially upgraded to University College status in 2015 and renamed First City University College.
Today, FCUC offers a comprehensive range of programmes including Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, and Postgraduate studies. Its key areas of academic focus include:
Business and Management
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Interior Architecture and Design
Education
Psychology
Communication and Media Studies
FCUC places strong emphasis on practical and experiential learning, integrating internships, industry collaboration, and real-world projects into its curriculum to ensure students gain valuable hands-on experience before graduation.
With a diverse community of local and international students from more than 30 countries, First City University College provides a supportive, multicultural learning environment that nurtures students’ professional competence, personal development, and global outlook.