Education news in Georgetown Pulau Pinang
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UKM and UiTM prepare to welcome new students
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam Campus are making preparations for their new student orientation weeks. At UKM, the Minggu Tekad Siswa involves 44 facilitators, while UiTM is running a five-day course for its MDS assistants before Minggu Destini Siswa is held both online and physically.
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Melaka student with Marfan syndrome graduates from PMM with 3.81 GPA
Muhammad Akmal Yazali, 22, from Melaka, received his Electronics Engineering (Computer) diploma from Politeknik Merlimau Melaka with a 3.81 GPA despite living with Marfan syndrome and scoliosis. He was among 1,195 graduates at PMM's 24th convocation in Port Dickson, and will continue his bachelor's degree at UTHM.
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URIIS 2026 in KL links university research to investors
The University Research and Innovation Investment Summit (URIIS) 2026 will be held from Sept 21-23 at World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. Jointly organised by the higher education ministry and UPM, it brings together 20 public universities, investors and industry to showcase over 200 technologies with commercial potential across 12 clusters.
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Education Ministry acknowledges two PISA 2025 warnings on cyberbullying and parental support
The government has acknowledged two warnings from the PISA 2025 report concerning cyberbullying and parental support for students. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the decline in Mathematics scores and parental involvement need serious attention. She spoke after officiating the 51st Prime Minister's Cup Debate Final at Multimedia University, Cyberjaya.
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SMSS wins 51st Prime Minister's Cup Malay debate
In Cyberjaya, Sekolah Menengah Sains Selangor (SMSS) won the 51st Prime Minister's Cup Malay-language debate after a 17-year wait, beating Sekolah Menengah Sains Alam Shah. Sekolah Sultan Alam Shah took the English category, with each champion team receiving RM51,000 and the best debater RM2,000.
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KPTM accounting diploma gains MICPA recognition
Kolej Poly-Tech MARA's Diploma in Accounting has been recognised by the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants at a ceremony held at KPTM Bangi today. The strategic partnership is expected to give students a clearer route into the accounting profession across KPTM's six branch campuses and UPTM.
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Monash, Sunway, Taylor's launch Triple Alliance to boost university collaboration
Monash University Malaysia, Sunway University and Taylor's University have formally launched their Triple Alliance partnership at the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre in Sunway Square. The alliance aims to foster collaboration in education, research, and community initiatives, with plans for cross-campus learning and joint research projects. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir called the launch an important milestone for Malaysian higher education.
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Sabah Tshung Tsin Secondary School wins National Science Challenge for first time in 31 years
Sabah Tshung Tsin Secondary School's student team won the 2026 National Science Challenge, marking Sabah's first national title in the competition in 31 years. The final was held in Shah Alam, Selangor, and the team received the Prime Minister's Challenge Trophy.
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20-year-old from Batu Uban among 21 Penang students to receive RM1,500 PTPTN advance
Ammar Yasir Bilal, 20, from Batu Uban, is one of 21 students from the Bukit Gelugor area who received the RM1,500 PTPTN education loan advance at a ceremony in George Town. He will use the money for fees at Universiti Malaysia Perlis. PTPTN has distributed the advance to 26,457 students nationwide for the September 2026 intake.
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Over 400 students join PKSK prep workshop at Universiti Malaya
Over 400 students attended the PKSK Merdeka 2026 workshop held at Universiti Malaya (UM). Organized by Fly High Education Centre, the event featured child singer Anggrek Adenan and a letter-writing session for mothers. The annual program aims to boost students' confidence before the PKSK exam scheduled to begin on October 7.
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400 pupils mark National Day with PKSK preparation programme at UM
A two-day PKSK preparation programme for 400 primary school students was held at Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur, coinciding with National Day celebrations. The event, organised by Fly High Education Centre, featured patriotic activities, motivational sessions, and a special appearance by nine-year-old Anggrek binti Adenan.