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Unico International School

Primary and Secondary school in Segamat, Johor, Peninsular Malaysia

Unico International School opened in 2020 as the first private school in Segamat, Johor. The school combines the Malaysian national curriculum (KSSR/KSSM) with Cambridge IGCSE enrichment, using a student-centred active learning approach. Located within the TAR University of Management and Technology campus in Segamat, Unico serves families in a district that previously had no private or international school option.

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School Information

Registration Code JUBH001
School Type International Schools
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE
Level Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages Early Years to Year 11)
Medium of Instruction English
Website unico.edu.my
Annual Fees Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated
Accreditation Cambridge IGCSE
Languages English
Gender Co-educational
Boarding No
Address Blok A dan Blok B, Tunku Abdul Rahman University Of Management And Technology, Jalan Segamat/labis Segamat 85000 Johor
Postcode 85000
State Johor, Peninsular Malaysia
Phone 0126002764
Email admin@unico.edu.my
Registered With Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS)

About Unico International School

Unico International School opened in 2020 in Segamat, a district town in northern Johor, becoming the first private school in the area. Before Unico, families in Segamat who wanted private or international education had to travel to Kluang (50 km), Batu Pahat, or all the way to Johor Bahru.

The school operates from the TAR University of Management and Technology campus in Segamat, sharing facilities with the university. This arrangement gives Unico access to infrastructure that would be difficult for a new standalone school to build from scratch.

Curriculum at Unico International School

Unico follows a hybrid model: the Malaysian national curriculum (KSSR for primary, KSSM for secondary) forms the base, with Cambridge IGCSE subjects layered on top as enrichment. Students cover all the required national curriculum subjects while gaining exposure to Cambridge-standard assessments.

The school uses a student-centred active learning approach, which shifts instruction away from traditional lecture-and-memorise methods toward discussion, group projects, and hands-on problem-solving. This pedagogical model aligns with the school’s positioning as a modern alternative in a town where education options have historically been limited to government schools.

Fees at Unico International School

Unico does not publish its fee schedule online. As a registered international school in Johor, fees are estimated in the RM 30,000 to RM 60,000 range, though the school’s positioning in a smaller town may place it below the Johor Bahru average. The school fees guide explains how to compare costs across different school types.

Contact the school for confirmed current pricing: 012-600 2764, admin@unico.edu.my.

Admissions at Unico International School

Unico accepts students at both primary and secondary levels. As a newer school in a developing market, places are likely more readily available than at established urban schools. Contact admissions for intake dates and assessment requirements.

Unico International School in Johor

Segamat is a district town in northern Johor, roughly 180 km from Johor Bahru and 250 km from Kuala Lumpur. The town is served by the KTM Intercity rail line and the North-South Expressway. The Johor international schools directory lists all registered international schools in the state.

Questions about Unico International School

What curriculum does Unico International School follow?

Unico follows the Malaysian KSSR (primary) and KSSM (secondary) national curricula, enriched with Cambridge IGCSE subjects. This hybrid model gives students both national credentials and international exam exposure.

Is Unico the first private school in Segamat?

Yes. When Unico opened in 2020, it became the first private school of any type in Segamat. The nearest alternatives were in Kluang (50 km) or Johor Bahru (180 km).

How much are the fees at Unico International School?

Fees are estimated in the RM 30,000 to RM 60,000 range for international schools in Johor. Contact the school for the current fee schedule.

What is student-centred active learning at Unico?

Unico uses a student-centred active learning approach where students take a more participatory role in lessons through discussion, projects, and hands-on activities, rather than relying solely on lecture-based teaching.

Where is Unico International School located?

Unico shares campus space with TAR University of Management and Technology on Jalan Segamat-Labis, Segamat 85000, Johor. Contact: 012-600 2764, admin@unico.edu.my.

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