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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysian polytechnics urged to adopt global practices for industry needs
PUTRAJAYA: Polytechnics and Community Colleges must become more practical by implementing global best practices to address actual industry and community requirements. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir emphasised this necessity during the Polytechnic Industry Advisory Council meeting and dialogue session organised by the Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education. The department stated that this gathering provided a strategic platform for educational institutions and industries to maintain the relevance of academic programmes, skills training, and talent development for graduates. 'It is in line with the needs of the current job market and the aspirations of Malaysia MADANI, which emphasises the development of competitive, inclusive and value-based human capital,' it said. Nine major industry clusters participated in the meeting, covering manufacturing, logistics, agriculture, digitalisation, and petrochemical engineering sectors. Electrical and electronics, tourism and hospitality, environment, social and corporate governance, and accreditation bodies also joined the discussion. This year's meeting theme focused on generating smart workforce for the MADANI economy through polytechnic-industry collaboration. The department explained that the programme reflected the ministry's primary focus for this year on preparing the nation's best talents. 'Various matters were raised during the dialogue session, including issues and challenges in graduate marketability and initiatives to strengthen cooperation between JPPKK and MPIP through the Industry Resolution: MPIP 2025,' the statement said. Former council chairman Tan Sri Sufri Mohamad Zain received recognition as the Work-Based Learning Icon for 2024 during the event. UEM Edgenta Berhad and Global Rail Sdn Bhd both received the Outstanding Industry Mentorship award for their contributions. The ceremony included the appointment of three new council members and the launch of two publications showcasing successful industry-polytechnic collaborations. These books highlighted Work-Based Learning success stories with industry partners including PKT Logistics since 2012. – Bernama
The Sun
19-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
MOHE: 62,485 SPM holders offered places in polytechnics and community colleges
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 62,485 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) holders have received offers to pursue diploma, certificate, and foundation programmes at polytechnics and community colleges for the 2025/2026 Session I intake, through the UPUOnline application system. The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) said that for the current session, a total of 2,288 students have been offered places to pursue the Foundation in Engineering Technology programme at 10 polytechnics nationwide. Additionally, the Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education (JPPKK) has offered 360 special needs students from Sarawak the opportunity to enrol in three engineering certificate programmes at Mukah Polytechnic, Sarawak. 'Meanwhile, 1,554 SPM (not current year) and non-SPM holders who applied through the MyPolyCC eForm were also offered places to pursue diploma and certificate programmes at polytechnics and community colleges,' it said in a statement. In addition, 43 candidates were offered places in five special certificate programmes at polytechnics, specifically designed for students with special needs with hearing and learning disabilities. A total of 3,861 candidates also received study offers with sponsorships from the Public Service Department (PSD), MOHE, and the My Brighter Future Yayasan Tenaga Nasional scholarship. The ministry added that those who wish to accept the offers must complete the verification process by June 25, 2025, via after which they can print their offer letters. The registration date for new students in the foundation programme is set for July 7, 2025, while registration for the diploma and certificate programmes will take place on July 27 and 28, 2025, at 36 polytechnics and 103 community colleges nationwide. 'For those who were unsuccessful or received certificate-level offers through the UPUOnline system, appeal applications can be submitted via it added. 'Meanwhile, those who applied through the MyPolyCC eBorang system may submit their appeal applications via it said.
The Sun
19-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
Over 62,000 SPM holders offered places at polytechnics
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 62,485 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) holders have received offers to pursue diploma, certificate, and foundation programmes at polytechnics and community colleges for the 2025/2026 Session I intake, through the UPUOnline application system. The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) said that for the current session, a total of 2,288 students have been offered places to pursue the Foundation in Engineering Technology programme at 10 polytechnics nationwide. Additionally, the Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education (JPPKK) has offered 360 special needs students from Sarawak the opportunity to enrol in three engineering certificate programmes at Mukah Polytechnic, Sarawak. 'Meanwhile, 1,554 SPM (not current year) and non-SPM holders who applied through the MyPolyCC eForm were also offered places to pursue diploma and certificate programmes at polytechnics and community colleges,' it said in a statement. In addition, 43 candidates were offered places in five special certificate programmes at polytechnics, specifically designed for students with special needs with hearing and learning disabilities. A total of 3,861 candidates also received study offers with sponsorships from the Public Service Department (PSD), MOHE, and the My Brighter Future Yayasan Tenaga Nasional scholarship. The ministry added that those who wish to accept the offers must complete the verification process by June 25, 2025, via after which they can print their offer letters. The registration date for new students in the foundation programme is set for July 7, 2025, while registration for the diploma and certificate programmes will take place on July 27 and 28, 2025, at 36 polytechnics and 103 community colleges nationwide. 'For those who were unsuccessful or received certificate-level offers through the UPUOnline system, appeal applications can be submitted via it added. 'Meanwhile, those who applied through the MyPolyCC eBorang system may submit their appeal applications via it said.
Malaysian Reserve
19-06-2025
- General
- Malaysian Reserve
MOHE: 62,485 SPM holders offered places in polytechnics and community colleges
KUALA LUMPUR — A total of 62,485 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) holders have received offers to pursue diploma, certificate, and foundation programmes at polytechnics and community colleges for the 2025/2026 Session I intake, through the UPUOnline application system. The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) said that for the current session, a total of 2,288 students have been offered places to pursue the Foundation in Engineering Technology programme at 10 polytechnics nationwide. Additionally, the Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education (JPPKK) has offered 360 special needs students from Sarawak the opportunity to enrol in three engineering certificate programmes at Mukah Polytechnic, Sarawak. 'Meanwhile, 1,554 SPM (not current year) and non-SPM holders who applied through the MyPolyCC eForm were also offered places to pursue diploma and certificate programmes at polytechnics and community colleges,' it said in a statement. In addition, 43 candidates were offered places in five special certificate programmes at polytechnics, specifically designed for students with special needs with hearing and learning disabilities. A total of 3,861 candidates also received study offers with sponsorships from the Public Service Department (PSD), MOHE, and the My Brighter Future Yayasan Tenaga Nasional scholarship. The ministry added that those who wish to accept the offers must complete the verification process by June 25, 2025, via after which they can print their offer letters. The registration date for new students in the foundation programme is set for July 7, 2025, while registration for the diploma and certificate programmes will take place on July 27 and 28, 2025, at 36 polytechnics and 103 community colleges nationwide. 'For those who were unsuccessful or received certificate-level offers through the UPUOnline system, appeal applications can be submitted via it added. 'Meanwhile, those who applied through the MyPolyCC eBorang system may submit their appeal applications via it said. — BERNAMA
Barnama
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Barnama
Perak PMR 2025: JPPKK Offers Free Maintenance Services For 300 Motorcycles
LUMUT, June 13 (Bernama) -- The Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education (JPPKK) is offering free basic maintenance services for up to 300 motorcycles with engine capacities below 160cc, as part of the Perak MADANI Rakyat Programme (PMR), at Lumut Waterfront, beginning today. Kolej Komuniti Pasir Salak director Mohd Shahrir Ahmad Zaini said the service was part of a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, in collaboration with several polytechnics and community colleges in the state, including Kolej Komuniti Gerik, Kolej Komuniti Bagan Datuk and Kolej Komuniti Sungai Siput. 'We will begin by providing engine oil changes, followed by filter and spark plug replacements - these are the basic maintenance services we are offering free of charge throughout the PMR programme,' he said when met at the event today. He added that over the course of the three-day programme, a total of 100 motorcycles will be serviced each day on a first-come, first-served basis, starting from 9 am until the daily quota is reached. Mohd Shahrir noted that the free maintenance, carried out by the colleges' teaching staff and students, presents a valuable opportunity for the Perak community, particularly residents in the Lumut and Manjung. He added that the motorcycle maintenance programme aligns with the theme of Perak PMR 2025, 'Pendidikan Tinggi, Memacu Negara MADANI' by promoting the value and role of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in national development. 'We want to show the community that these students are already skilled and capable, even though they haven't completed their studies, they can carry out basic maintenance tasks confidently,' he said. 'This, in turn, may help boost public confidence in TVET programmes offered by community colleges and polytechnics across the country. Meanwhile, civil servant Rozman Azahari, 52, said the free motorcycle maintenance initiative is the first of its kind to be introduced under the PMR programme.
