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Unimap Among MTUN's Most Successful, Forges Over 300 Industry Collaborations
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Unimap Among MTUN's Most Successful, Forges Over 300 Industry Collaborations

From Utusan Malaysia · (12m ago) Malay Positive tone

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Universiti Malaysia Perlis (Unimap) has successfully collaborated with over 300 industry players, becoming one of the most successful networks within the Malaysian Technical University Network (MTUN).
  • This collaboration allows industries to work with Unimap in developing curricula that meet their specific workforce needs, particularly in fields like electronics and semiconductors.
  • The Minister of Higher Education, Datuk Seri Dr. Zambry Abdul Kadir, also officiated the new permanent building for the University Health Centre and launched the Faculty of Intelligent Computing at Unimap.

Universiti Malaysia Perlis (Unimap) stands as a beacon of successful industry-university collaboration within the Malaysian Technical University Network (MTUN). With over 300 industry partners engaged, Unimap is not just meeting but shaping the future workforce needs of critical sectors like electronics and semiconductors. This proactive approach, where industry leaders co-develop curricula, ensures graduates are job-ready and equipped with the latest skills.

Seperti yang dapat kita saksikan, dalam industri yang berkaitan dengan elektronik dan semi konduktor, kita ada makmal-makmal yang mempunyai kemudahan terkini bagi memastikan keperluan industri itu dapat kita berikan dengan sebaiknya.

— Datuk Seri Dr. Zambry Abdul KadirMinister of Higher Education commenting on Unimap's industry-aligned facilities.

The recent inauguration of the permanent University Health Centre and the launch of the Faculty of Intelligent Computing underscore Unimap's commitment to holistic development and cutting-edge education. The Faculty of Intelligent Computing, in particular, consolidates expertise in computer science and mathematics, offering advanced programs that will drive innovation in areas like data science and embedded systems engineering.

Jadi secara ringkasnya, kita telah berjaya menunjukkan kerjasama yang baik di antara industri dengan universiti, dan inilah antara satu langkah ke hadapan dalam usaha universiti membangunkan kurikulum itu bersama dengan industri.

— Datuk Seri Dr. Zambry Abdul KadirMinister of Higher Education on the success of industry-university curriculum development.

As highlighted by the Minister of Higher Education, Datuk Seri Dr. Zambry Abdul Kadir, MTUN universities are pivotal in advancing Malaysia's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) agenda. Unimap's success exemplifies this mission, demonstrating how specialized technical education, aligned with industry demands, can propel national development and economic growth. This model of collaboration is crucial for Malaysia's ambition to become a leader in high-tech industries.

Peranan MTUN adalah dengan memberi pengkhususan dalam bidang-bidang teknikal tinggi selain membantu usaha kerajaan membawa agenda Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET).

— Datuk Seri Dr. Zambry Abdul KadirMinister of Higher Education explaining the role of MTUN in specialized technical fields and TVET.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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