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Free Malaysia Today
01-08-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
13MP will provide rural students with greater access to TVET training, says VC
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who tabled the 13MP yesterday, said the government will introduce a Madani TVET financing scheme and a TVET training fund. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Students in rural areas will have access to more affordable technical and vocational education and training (TVET) programmes under the numerous 13th Malaysia Plan initiatives, an academic said. Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka vice-chancellor Massila Kamalrudin said the full scholarships offered would not only cover training fees, but also the cost of living, which would allow the B40 and M40 to further their studies without placing too much financial burden on these groups. 'A mobile TVET programme and a satellite training centre will allow for TVET to be introduced to more rural areas and the Orang Asli community, who did not have proper access to TVET institutions in the past. 'Such an approach means that no one is left behind in the country's development,' she said in a statement. Tabling the 13MP yesterday, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that the government will introduce a Madani TVET financing scheme and a TVET training fund. Massila said the training fund would help equip students with the skills to match the demands of the market in sectors such as renewable energy, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence. She said youths are gravitating more towards TVET as it provided a clearer career path. 'TVET graduates don't just obtain certificates, but are guaranteed jobs due to tie-ups with the industry,' she said. Separately, the University of Cyberjaya described the 13MP as a 'roadmap for reshaping the human capital landscape of Malaysia'. Its vice-chancellor, David Whitford, hailed the five-year plan's emphasis on AI literacy, digital skills, and entrepreneurship. 'We also support the MP13's proposed pilot autonomy for universities, recognising this as a critical step toward greater innovation, agility, and accountability in higher education,' he said.
Zawya
31-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt partners with Italian academy to launch applied technology schools for electricity sector
Egypt has signed a cooperation protocol with Italy's Nova Technology della Vita Academy to establish and develop five applied technology schools focused on the electricity sector, the prime minister's office said in a statement. Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly witnessed the signing ceremony on Wednesday in the city of New Alamein. The agreement is between the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy, the Ministry of Education and Technical Education, and the Italian academy. The schools, which will apply international quality standards in the fields of electricity production, transmission, and distribution, are set to begin operating in the 2025/2026 academic year. Madbouly said the agreement enhances the state's plans to develop its technical education and vocational training systems to produce graduates qualified to meet the needs of both local and international labour markets, particularly in the priority sector of electricity and renewable energy. Education Minister Mohamed Abdel Latif stated that the ministry is implementing a national strategy to develop technical education by updating curricula in consultation with the labour market. He said the ministry aims to expand the number of applied technology schools and introduce new practical specialisations to boost Egyptian industry. 'This cooperation represents a serious step towards building a new generation of qualified technicians capable of contributing effectively to building the national economy,' Abdel Latif said. Electricity Minister Mahmoud Essmat added that the development of a smart grid and the expansion of renewable energy require a workforce with specific skills. He said this protocol aims to prepare qualified technical cadres with the skills and standards required globally to keep pace with developments in the sector. According to the protocol, the schools will aim to graduate technicians qualified to work in electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and new and renewable energy. The study period will be three to five years, and successful graduates will receive a certificate of completion of secondary education in applied technology, a certificate of experience from the Ministry of Electricity, and a certificate from the Italian academy. The protocol aims to improve the quality of technical education outputs, address unemployment by creating real job opportunities for graduates, and support economic development by empowering Egyptian youth with modern skills.
BBC News
23-07-2025
- Business
- BBC News
New drawings of Sizewell C's education complex in Leiston emerge
New details about an education complex which is being built by Sizewell C have emerged ahead of a public to planning permission, College on the Coast will include a permanent post-16 facility and apprentice hub and be located in Leiston, near where the power plant is due to be campus is being delivered in partnership with Suffolk New College and hopes to welcome its first students from Pyke, Sizewell C's joint managing director, believes the new facility will help people "who have faced real barriers" access education. "Building an education campus right here in this town will be life-changing for thousands of local people," she added."This is the start of an exciting new chapter for Leiston and the wider region." According to those behind the project, the site will deliver technical, vocational, and academic pathways "aligned to the workforce needs of Sizewell C and the wider energy, infrastructure, and engineering sectors".If approved, it will take shape as a two-storey building facing King George's Avenue with space for 150 students and 20 full-time staff. Alan Pease, principal and chief executive officer at Suffolk New College, said: "We are delighted to announce the location and design of our new Leiston training centre."This news further extends our commitment to support those living in the east of the county and builds on the work that we have achieved." The new details about the campus are being shared a day after it was revealed the cost of building the Sizewell C nuclear power plant had jumped to £38bn from £ will mean an additional £1 will be added to household energy bills every month for at least a Pyke said earlier estimates did not account for inflation or Alison Downes, director of pressure group Stop Sizewell C, said the project had "only crawled over the line thanks to guarantees that the public purse, not private investors, will carry the can for the inevitable cost overruns".She added: "It is astounding that it is only now, as contracts are being signed, that the government has confessed that Sizewell C's cost has almost doubled to an eye watering £38bn - a figure that will only go up." Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Zawya
20-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Safwa Islamic Bank and Al Hussein Technical University sign cooperation agreement
Safwa Islamic Bank has signed a cooperation agreement with Al Hussein Technical University (HTU), a Crown Prince Foundation initiative, to strengthen collaboration in technical education, professional development, and innovation, supporting Jordan's economic and social development. The agreement will enable both parties to cooperate across several areas of mutual interest, including offering practical training and apprenticeship opportunities to university students within the bank, and supporting the employment of qualified graduates based on the bank's needs and available opportunities. The partnership also includes collaboration on joint research, development, and innovation projects, alongside designing upskilling and technical training programs aligned with labor market requirements. The agreement was signed during a ceremony held at the bank's General Administration Building in Abdali, attended by Mr. Bassem Salfiti, Chairman of the University's Board of Directors; Mr. Samer Tamimi, CEO of Safwa Islamic Bank; and Ms. Zeina Khirfan, Chief Digital and Operating Officer. The agreement was formalized on behalf of the bank by Mr. Mohammed Hawari, Head of HCM and Administrative Services, and on behalf of the university by Professor Ismail Al-Hinti, President of HTU. Both parties emphasized the importance of organizing knowledge-exchange platforms, including conferences, seminars, hackathons, and technical competitions, while supporting student projects and entrepreneurship initiatives. The agreement also covers the provision of technical advisory services that promote digital transformation and sustainability. Samer Tamimi expressed his pride in the partnership, highlighting the importance of investing in technical education and professional development as a pillar of economic growth and a pathway to building a generation equipped to meet modern challenges. He noted that the partnership with Al Hussein Technical University represents a significant step in empowering youth and equipping them with the expertise required by the labor market through practical training and innovative joint programs. On the other hand, Professor Ismail Al-Hinti emphasized that this partnership marks a qualitative step in strengthening integration between the academic and banking sectors, supporting the preparation of qualified national talent, and enhancing opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship. This agreement aligns with Safwa Islamic Bank's ongoing commitment to advancing education and training in Jordan, a key focus area within the bank's corporate social responsibility programs. It also reflects the bank's dedication to supporting sustainable development through investment in education and upskilling, while enhancing cooperation between academic institutions and the business sector. Through this partnership, both parties aim to deliver educational outcomes that align with evolving labor market needs, contributing to Jordan's long-term goals for sustainable growth and national progress.
Zawya
06-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Asmara Technical School Graduates 143 Students
Asmara Technical School yesterday graduated 143 students, including 61 female students, who completed two years of theoretical and practical training in auto mechanics, construction, woodwork, electronics, and electricity. Mr. Semere Worede, Director of the school, stated that Asmara Technical School is graduating students for the 64th time and that, in the 70 years since its establishment, it has graduated over 10,000 students. Mr. Semere noted that the school, with substantial investment from the Government is equipped with modern teaching facilities and is playing a significant role in producing youth equipped with the necessary professional skills to contribute to the nation-building process. Mr. Tesfay Seium, Director General of Technical and Vocational Education at the Ministry of Education, called on the graduates to apply the training they received toward the implementation of national development programs. A representative of the graduates expressed their commitment to making meaningful contributions in their future workplaces by applying the knowledge and skills acquired during their training. At the event, awards were presented to outstanding students, and certificates of recognition were given to teachers and members of the parents' committee. Since its establishment, Asmara Technical School has graduated 10,300 students. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.
