Established in 2010, DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the small city of Pekan (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Pahang. Officially recognized by the Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia), DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia (DRB-HICOM U) is a coeducational Malaysian higher education institution. DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia (DRB-HICOM U) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. DRB-HICOM U also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.