Our Story

Who Are We

Our Story

Established in 1999, UKEC is a free education consultancy supporting international students and families who wish to pursue higher education abroad. Decades of experience and deep-rooted expertise in global student mobility, we have earned our position as a trusted advisory partner for families seeking clarity, direction, and confidence in the planning of their children’s education journey to study in the UK, Ireland, Australia and rest of the world.

UKEC first opened our door to students and families in Malaysia in 2016 as part of our global expansion strategy. We aim to provide prompt, personalised and professional education counselling and support to students, parents and partners, helping students reach their full potentials, and ultimately to influence the nations and impact generations.

Our global HQ is based in Manchester, UK and we now have over 35 branch operations spread across 6 countries: in the UK, Ireland, China, Malaysia, Kuwait and Pakistan. Our international presence enables us to connect students with leading institutions worldwide, while maintaining a strong understanding of local needs and aspirations.

Over the last decade, UKEC in Malaysia continues to grow strength-by-strength, expanding our key education partnerships with leading private and international schools, colleges and higher education institutions across Malaysia and the wider South East Asian region, strengthening our ability to provide relevant, reliable, and future-focused pathways for our students.

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Over the last decade, UKEC in Malaysia continues to grow strength-by-strength, expanding our key education partnerships with leading private and international schools, colleges and higher education institutions across Malaysia and the wider South East Asian region, strengthening our ability to provide relevant, reliable, and future-focused pathways for our students.

Through UKEC, you can explore your study options in a number of global study destination, including but not limited to:

Our Mission

At UKEC, we believe that each individual is unique. Our mission is to provide personalised education counselling and support to give students the confidence to make informed decisions about their education, life and career opportunities.

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A Trusted Partner by Universities for Students & Families

All Our Advisors are British Council Certified Counsellors

Planning with Clarity, Purpose, and Direction

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Support that Goes Beyond Admissions from A-to-Z

Sai, Country Director (Malaysia)

British Council - UK Certified Counsellor

Welcome from the Country Director

A Message from the Country Director

At UKEC, we understand that choosing where and how your child purses their higher education is one of the most important decisions a family will ever make. It is not simply about selecting a university—it is about shaping a future, making a significant financial commitment, and placing trust in a journey far from home.

For many Malaysian families, studying abroad represents both an aspiration and a concern. Questions around cost, safety, academic quality, and long-term career outcomes are very real—and rightly so. We recognise the sacrifices that parents make, and the hopes that students carry. This is why our role goes far beyond helping students secure a university placement.

At our core, UKEC exists to guide families in making informed, confident decisions about higher education. With years of experience supporting thousands of Malaysian students, we bring together deep local understanding with strong global partnerships across the UK, Ireland, Australia, China and beyond. Our aim is to simplify what can often feel like a complex and overwhelming process, and to ensure that every decision is grounded in clarity and purpose.

Importantly, we do not view education abroad as a transaction, but as an investment. Beyond academic qualifications, we focus on the broader outcomes that truly matter—developing independence, resilience, global perspective, and ultimately, strong employability in an increasingly competitive world. Our responsibility is not only to help students gain admissions, but to help position them for long-term success.

We take a student-centric approach in everything we do. Every student is unique—their aspirations, strengths, motivations, pace, and circumstances—and we believe their educational pathway should reflect that. From identifying the right course and university, to navigating applications, financial planning, and preparing for life abroad, our team is committed to providing thoughtful, responsible guidance at every stage.

This philosophy is reflected in the conversations we have every day—with students, parents, school counsellors, and university partners. At the heart of these interactions is a shared commitment: to guide young people toward pathways they can believe in, grow through, and ultimately use to create impact beyond themselves.

Over the years, we have built trusted relationships with reputable universities, allowing us to provide accurate, up-to-date advice and meaningful opportunities for our students. At the same time, we remain deeply committed to the wellbeing of every student we support. Their safety, adjustment, and overall experience abroad are just as important as their academic journey.

As Country Director, I believe strongly in the transformative power of education when it is approached with the right guidance and intention. Our goal at UKEC is to be a trusted partner to both students and parents—someone you can rely on not just for information, but for honest advice, responsible support, and a genuine commitment to your child’s future.

We look forward to being part of your journey.

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We take a student-centric approach in everything we do. Every student is unique—their aspirations, strengths, motivations, pace, and circumstances—and we believe their educational pathway should reflect that. From identifying the right course and university, to navigating applications, financial planning, and preparing for life abroad, our team is committed to providing thoughtful, responsible guidance at every stage.

Importantly, we do not view education abroad as a transaction, but as an investment. Beyond academic qualifications, we focus on the broader outcomes that truly matter—developing independence, resilience, global perspective, and ultimately, strong employability in an increasingly competitive world. Our responsibility is not only to help students gain admissions, but to help position them for long-term success.

This philosophy is reflected in the conversations we have every day—with students, parents, school counsellors, and university partners. At the heart of these interactions is a shared commitment: to guide young people toward pathways they can believe in, grow through, and ultimately use to create impact beyond themselves.

Over the years, we have built trusted relationships with reputable universities, allowing us to provide accurate, up-to-date advice and meaningful opportunities for our students. At the same time, we remain deeply committed to the wellbeing of every student we support. Their safety, adjustment, and overall experience abroad are just as important as their academic journey.

As Country Director, I believe strongly in the transformative power of education when it is approached with the right guidance and intention. Our goal at UKEC is to be a trusted partner to both students and parents—someone you can rely on not just for information, but for honest advice, responsible support, and a genuine commitment to your child’s future.

We look forward to being part of your journey.

The Core of UKEC

Our Vision & Mission

Vision

To build an education consultancy that constantly derives and delivers values to students, parents and partners, building up students to reach their full potentials to influence the nations and impact generations

Mission

To provide personalised education guidance and support to empower students with the confidence to make informed decisions about their education and future career opportunity.

What We Uphold

Our Values

UKEC is not about bricks and mortar, but like-minded individuals who understand and align with the UKEC’s vision, mission and values, and are able to reinforce and amplify them through what we do and how we do.

Collaboration

Working together to achieve shared goals.

Integrity

Acting with honesty, transparency, and accountability.

Excellence

Dedicating our effort to a culture of excellence.

Customer-focused

Putting students and families at the centre.

Our team

Meet Our Team

Comprehensive support to make your study abroad journey smooth and successful, from planning to arrival.

Dr. Joyce (PhD)

Head of Partnerships & Talent Development Manager

Tiffany

Business Development Manager

Shiefa

Marketing Manager

Jason

Creative Marketing Associate

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Charlotte

Regional Manager (North of Peninsular Malaysia)

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Jay Hui

Regional Manager (KL/Selangor & Southern Malaysia)

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Hon Wai

Assistant Regional Manager (East Malaysia & Southern Peninsular)

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Aisyah

Senior Education Counsellor

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Jasreen

Education Counsellor

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Emily

Education Counsellor

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Ayra

Education Counsellor

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Praveen

Education Counsellor

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Royce

Education Counsellor

British Council
UK Certified Counsellor

Jessie

Education Counsellor

Yao Xhun

Education Counsellor

Ermalissa

Education Counsellor

Our Certifications

We're Proudly Recognised

UKEC is committed to the UK National Code of Ethical Practice for Education Agents and complies with the UK Agent Quality Framework (AQF), championed by the British Universities’ International Liaison Association (BUILA) and British Council.

UK Agent Quality Framework (AQF)

British Universities' International Liaison Association (BUILA)

British Council