Despark was established on 15 September 2005, started as Academy in Bukit Raja, Klang Selangor. Despark Auto Academy was accredited by Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran(JPK) to conduct the Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Program under Automotive After Sales Services Level 2. At the same time Despark Auto Academy also get accredited by City and Guilds (C&G), United Kingdom to conduct the International Vocational Qualification (IVQ) Program under Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles. Despark was expanded in Bachang, Malacca in July 2006, Georgetown, Penang in August 2007 and Kota Kinabalu, Sabah in 2016. The success of Despark led to its establishing branch campuses in Malaysia with a total investment of RM 150 million, and realizing its vision to be the largest private institution of Automotive Engineering in Malaysia.

The number of students grew and by November 2009 the Klang campus was relocated to the present main campus in Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

With the experiences and professionalism of Despark to conduct the International Automotive Engineering Program, Despark College (B4P8119) has been approved by Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) to conduct the Diploma in Automotive Engineering Technology (DAET) program in September 2012.

In year 2014, Despark partnered with one of the largest education group in the world, Pearson to conduct internationally recognized certification, BTEC (Business Technology Education Council) for Level 3 and 5. Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motorsports) covers the technical knowledge and skills that are important when students engage in the motorsports industry. Level 5 Higher National Diploma helps students to step further to study abroad and complete their highest education in shorter duration.

Apart from that, Despark College has launched its first Aircraft Maintenance Programme, which is offered in partnership with world’s leading aerospace engineering institution, the Institute of Technology Carlow in Ireland (IT Carlow).

The Aircraft Maintenance Programme is a MQA-certified programme designed to prepare graduates in obtaining the Department of Civil Aviation(DCA) License, so they can be placed in aircraft operations and maintenance jobs with leading airlines and specialist aircraft maintenance employers, both in Malaysia and internationally. Through these innovative aircraft maintenance engineering programs, the trainers are equipped with the actual and latest market needs of the skill requirements for technicians and mechanics in the industry. This has benefited the students to a great extent where they are exposed to the latest market trend.

Education Recognition:

Despark College provides state-of-the-art academic facilities, quality education environment and excellence professional training programmes. Our trainers are exposed to advanced techniques to increase their training ability and pass on new knowledge to produce professional automotive manpower. Despark College is committed to equip future graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to work and excel in the ever more competitive global environment. In order to endorse the essential value of producing competent students who are equipped with knowledge of the contemporary and recognized technologies, Despark has been relentless in upholding the quality and professionalism of the trainings. Despark engages key players in the automotive industries to offer trainings of the latest automotive systems to the students. For instance, trainers are continuously sent to Bosch, which is widely recognized as having the most contemporary and innovative automotive and engine technologies, for training. Besides, trainers are also sent to Corida, the premier automotive tool and equipment supplier, in order to ensure constant improvement of the trainers’ training skills and expertise in the area. To complement this, the trainers are also placed and attached to the real working environment where they are involved in job and information exchanging programs carried out in the commercial car service centers in the market. Through these innovative programs, the trainers are equipped with the actual and latest market needs of the skill requirements for technicians and mechanics in the industry. This has benefited the students to a great extent where they are exposed to the latest market trend. Courses conducted by Despark College was approved, recognized and supported by parties as below:

Vision & Mission:
Despark endeavor to achieve the following vision, mission and goals.

Vision:
To be prestigious institution of higher learning in engineering technology and professional studies.

Mission:
To provide the highest quality of educational experience with state-of-art facilities and training.

Goals:

• To produce competent professional workforce for the automobile and aviation industry.
• To continue improving the standards of skills training that meets the Malaysian and international education requirements.
• To provide students with profession technical competency recognized by the industry.
• To establish high standards of education, lifelong learning and professionalism in automotive and aviation knowledge and skills.