Hospitality and Culinary Excellence:
Berjaya University College students, driven by their passion for Hospitality and Culinary Arts,  harnessed the power of food to bridge cultural divides. The enchanting aroma of Malaysian  delicacies filled the Slovenian air as the students meticulously prepared a delectable feast.  Central to the culinary affair was the iconic Nasi Lemak, accompanied by an array of tantalizing  condiments. Each dish, from the savory Ayam Goreng Berempah to the aromatic Daging  Rendang and the vibrant Sotong Masak Merah, offered a culinary journey into the heart of  Malaysia.

Austrian Talent Joins Berjaya Family:
While the Erasmus Programme unites students from various corners of the globe, it also  encourages reciprocal exchange. In the spirit of this collaboration, a talented student from  Austria currently finds himself immersed in an internship at the picturesque Berjaya Langkawi  Resort. This integration of Austrian and Malaysian cultures creates a dynamic environment  where knowledge, skills, and experiences are shared, fostering a deep appreciation for diverse  perspectives.

The Erasmus Programme at Berjaya University College continues to weave a  tapestry of global connections, fostering cultural exchange, and celebrating diversity. The  culinary showcase in Slovenia, along with the Austrian student’s internship at Berjaya Langkawi  Resort, serves as a reminder of the profound impact of international collaborations. These  experiences pave the way for a future where boundaries dissolve, cultural understanding  thrives, and students emerge as ambassadors of global unity. Join us in embracing the  transformative power of cultural exchange through the Erasmus Programme at Berjaya  University College.

Date: 02 March 2023

It was an eventful week at BERJAYA University College as students and faculty members received the opportunity to learn from not one but six renowned wellness, tourism and culinary experts from the Vocational College of Hospitality and Tourism Maribor, Slovenia.

Hosted by the Faculty of Hospitality & Tourism (FHT) and Faculty of Culinary Arts (FCA) of BERJAYA University College, the six guest lecturers delivered a series of lectures open to all students and faculty members.

The topics covered during their visit were:

• Destination Europe, destination Slovenia; characteristics and expectations of EU tourists – a geographical run down by Dr Tanja Angleitner Sagadin (Tourism Geography & Destination Management)

• Mindfulness as a (wellness) tourism product; the case of the urban forest bathing experience by Dr Jerneja Lesnik (Wellness & Tourism)

• Next-level gastronomy: storytelling, green gastronomy and zero waste restaurant management by Ms Mojca Polak (Wellness & Tourism)

• Whisky and rum master classes: from theory to tasting by Mr Mitja Petelin (Service & Spirit)

• Slovenian wine regions with tasting by Mr Tadej Ljubec (Service and Restaurant Management)

• Slovenian culinary regions with tasting by Chef Sebastjan Plevčak (Gastronomy)

This project is part of the BERJAYA UC-VSGT Maribor ERAMUS+ project giving students and faculty members a unique opportunity to learn from world-renowned experts and gain valuable knowledge and skills in the culinary arts.

Date: 13 February 2023

This month two of our students, Lee Ke Xin from the Faculty of Business (BBM) and Tan Suet Yong from the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism (BHM) flew to Austria under the student exchange programme. They will be studying abroad for one semester at Salzburg University of Applied Sciences. How exciting!

The sponsored student exchange programme is co-funded by the Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme of the European Union which BERJAYA University College (BERJAYA UC) is a proud partner.

The Erasmus+ Programme aims to promote the modernisation, accessibility and internationalisation of higher education in partner countries across the world, including Asia.

For over 30 years, students and staff have moved between European universities in the Erasmus programme. Since 2015, Erasmus+ has also allowed short-term mobility to Europe from other parts of the world for students, researchers, and staff. This two-way mobility allows students to study in a foreign university for 3-12 months and obtain credits which are then recognised at the sending institution as part of the higher education programme.

By studying abroad with Erasmus+, students can improve their communication, language and intercultural skills and gain soft skills highly valued by future employers.

Date: 13 February 2023

Students and staff of BERJAYA University College were delighted to meet and learn from Mr Rüdiger Niemz and Mr Werner Taurer from the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences, Austria.

During their time here, the guest lecturers carried out a series of public lectures for selected students and staff, much to their delight.

Mr Rüdiger Niemz covered topics such as Introduction: Food Tourism and Gastrosophy, Culinary Communication, Food Trends and Innovation and Alpine Cuisine & European Cheese Tasting.

While, Mr Werner Taurer covered topics on product development class I, II, and III, and a site inspection of the Central Kitchen of Kenny Rogers Research & Development Department.

Their visit was part of the BERJAYA UC-FH Salzburg ERASMUS + KA107 project.

BERJAYA University College (BERJAYA UC) is a proud partner of the Erasmus+ Programme co-funded by the European Union that aims to promote the modernisation, accessibility and internationalisation of higher education in partner countries across the world, including Asia.

Erasmus+ KA107 Mobility with Partner Countries (World Countries) is an activity that offers higher education students and staff the opportunity to acquire an educational or professional experience in another country.