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Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, Kuala Lumpur (Main Campus)

Previously known as: Tunku Abdul Rahman College Sabah Branch Campus

University College in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

At a Glance

Tunku Abdul Rahman University College (TAR UC) Kuala Lumpur Main Campus Sabah is a historical MQA register entry corresponding to the Sabah branch operations of what is now the [Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)](/university/tunku-abdul-rahman-university-of-management-and-technology-tar-umt/) network. The institution was rebranded from TAR UC to TAR UMT in 2022 reflecting the upgrade from university college status to full university status under the Malaysian higher education framework. The active operational entry for the Sabah branch is the [TAR UMT Cawangan Sabah](/university/tunku-abdul-rahman-university-of-management-and-technology-cawangan-sabah/) branch faculty located at Pusat Dagangan Donggongon, 89500 Penampang, Sabah. Prospective applicants seeking the Sabah branch operations should reference the active TAR UMT Cawangan Sabah materials.

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Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, Kuala Lumpur (Main Campus) Fees 2026

Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, Kuala Lumpur (Main Campus) fees are estimated at RM 19,000 - RM 20,000/year per year.

Typical Annual Range
RM 19,000 - RM 20,000/year
Market estimate

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University Information

Institution Type
University College
State
Sabah
City
Kota Kinabalu
Website
sabah.tarc.edu.my/
Fee Range
RM 19,000 - RM 20,000/year
Founded
1969 (57 years)
MQA Reference
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TAR UC Sabah — Historical Designation for TAR UMT Cawangan Sabah

This MQA register entry refers to the historical pre-2022 institutional designation for the Sabah branch operations of what is now the Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) network.

The institutional rebrand from TAR UC to TAR UMT in 2022 reflected the upgrade from university college status to full university status. For current operational details, programme information, and admissions, please reference the active TAR UMT Cawangan Sabah entry, which corresponds to the Sabah branch faculty located at Pusat Dagangan Donggongon, Penampang.

Active TAR UMT Network References

Contacting the Institution

  • Active Sabah Branch: TAR UMT Cawangan Sabah
  • Sabah Address: Lot 1, Ground Floor, Pusat Dagangan Donggongon, 89500 Jalan Sapau, Donggongon, Penampang, Sabah
  • Website: tarc.edu.my
  • Historical Brand: TAR UC (Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, pre-2022)

For programme details, current fee schedules, intake timelines, and application requirements, the authoritative reference is the contemporary TAR UMT institutional materials at tarc.edu.my and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency public register at mqa.gov.my.

Questions about Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, Kuala Lumpur (Main Campus)

What is the relationship between TAR UC and TAR UMT for Sabah operations?

The TAR UC Kuala Lumpur Main Campus Sabah designation refers to the historical pre-2022 institutional registration entry for the Sabah branch operations of what is now the [TAR UMT](/university/tunku-abdul-rahman-university-of-management-and-technology-tar-umt/) network. The active operational entry for the Sabah branch operations is the [TAR UMT Cawangan Sabah](/university/tunku-abdul-rahman-university-of-management-and-technology-cawangan-sabah/) branch faculty in Penampang.

Where are the active TAR UMT Sabah operations located?

The active TAR UMT Sabah branch is located at Lot 1, Ground Floor, Pusat Dagangan Donggongon, 89500 Jalan Sapau, Donggongon, Penampang, Sabah. The Sabah Branch operates as one of TAR UMT's five regional branch campuses (alongside Penang, Perak, Johor, and Pahang). For current programme details and admissions information, see the [TAR UMT Cawangan Sabah](/university/tunku-abdul-rahman-university-of-management-and-technology-cawangan-sabah/) entry.

Should I apply to TAR UC Sabah or TAR UMT Cawangan Sabah?

Prospective applicants should reference the contemporary [TAR UMT Cawangan Sabah](/university/tunku-abdul-rahman-university-of-management-and-technology-cawangan-sabah/) institutional materials for current programme details, fees, admissions, and the broader institutional information. The TAR UC institutional name is preserved on the MQA register entry but the active institutional operations all run under the TAR UMT brand following the 2022 rebrand.

What programmes does TAR UMT Sabah offer?

The Sabah Branch typically offers a focused subset of programmes from the broader TAR UMT institutional portfolio, with specific programme availability subject to local campus capacity and student demand. The TAR UMT institutional programme stack covers nearly 200 programmes across accountancy, finance, business, economics, engineering, applied sciences, ICT, mass communication, creative arts, social science, built environment, and hospitality management. Specific Sabah Branch programme listings should be confirmed directly with TAR UMT admissions.

What is the connection to the broader TAR UMT institutional heritage?

TAR UMT (Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology) traces its institutional heritage to TAR College, founded in 1969 as a Chinese community-aligned college. The institution operated as TAR UC (Tunku Abdul Rahman University College) for several decades before the 2022 upgrade to full university status. The Sabah Branch provides regional East Malaysian access to this broader institutional heritage.

Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, Kuala Lumpur (Main Campus) is one of 141 private universities and university colleges in Malaysia registered with the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). For other options in Sabah, see private universities in Sabah. The national directory covers foreign branch campuses, sixth-form colleges, and university colleges across 14 states.

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