Allocate funds to new universities

The Malaysian government should consider a new strategy for distributing financial allocations to universities and higher education institutions in the upcoming budget. For a long time, funding has predominantly flowed to older, well-established institutions with substantial financial reserves and strong national and international rankings.

This established pattern overlooks newer universities and institutions that, despite not necessarily being subpar, struggle due to insufficient funding for critical research and development (R&D). These newer entities often lack the basic facilities and logistical support available to older institutions, hindering their progress in teaching and learning.

Furthermore, newer universities often have fewer expert faculty members, such as professors, who could help them generate their own financial resources. In contrast, long-standing universities possess ample funds for R&D and well-equipped facilities, alongside a larger pool of experienced professors capable of securing significant funding.

Therefore, it is recommended that the upcoming budget prioritize universities and institutions that are newly established or have not yet achieved high rankings. This targeted support could enable these newer institutions to develop effectively, attain respectable statuses and rankings, and ultimately contribute to a higher quality future for Malaysia's higher education system.

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It is recommended that the upcoming budget prioritize universities and institutions that are newly established or have not yet achieved high rankings.