Tag: Universiti Teknologi MARA

A delegation from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Negeri Sembilan recently conducted an academic visit to Henan University of Animal Husbandry and Economy (HUAHE), Zhengzhou, Henan, China, on September 11, 2025. This visit was initiated by UiTM’s strategic international industrial partners, the International Future of Education Association (IFEA) and ARA Halal Certification Services Centre Ltd., marking another important milestone for UiTM as a whole in strengthening international academic and industrial relations.

The UiTM delegation led by Ts. Dr. Aslizah Mohd Aris, the Deputy Rector of Research, Industry, Community, and Alumni Linkages, was warmly welcomed by the university’s leadership, faculty members, and staff, reflecting the spirit of hospitality and academic camaraderie. During the visit, both institutions shared insights into their respective academic programs, research initiatives, facilities, co-curricular activities, and institutional strengths. The exchange of ideas fostered a deeper understanding of each university’s academic culture and highlighted opportunities for meaningful cooperation.

Discussions during the visit outlined several potential avenues for collaboration, including joint research initiatives, academic mobility programs (staff and student exchange), cross-cultural exposure, and sharing pedagogical innovations. These two prominent institutions offer a number of similar fields, which include food processing technology, agricultural microbiology, brewing technology, microbiology, business management, and related interdisciplinary areas, providing the opportunity for numerous academic collaborations. One of the highlights of the discussion is on co-hosting international conferences in the years to come, in collaboration with UiTM’s strategic industrial partners, in promoting dialogue and dissemination of cutting-edge research. 

The visit reaffirmed UiTM’s commitment to broadening its global partnerships in line with its internationalization agenda, “Globally Renowned University”. Both institutions expressed confidence that such collaborations will create a strong platform for academic excellence, industrial partnership, knowledge sharing, and capacity building that will benefit students, staff, industrial players, and the broader academic community.

This academic engagement represents a promising beginning for UiTM Cawangan Negeri Sembilan and Henan University of Animal Husbandry and Economy to work together in advancing mutual goals while contributing to the global higher education landscape.

The Faculty of Chemical Engineering (FKK), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) organised an intellectual property awareness program entitled From FYP to IP: Strategies to Secure Your Intellectual Property on 21^st August 2025. The half-day event, held at UiTM Shah Alam, attracted wide participation from students and researchers who eager to transform their academic work into protected intellectual property.

The initiative reflects FKK’s strong commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and research commercialisation. By equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to secure their intellectual assets, the program strengthens UiTM’s position as a leading institution in advancing Malaysia’s innovation ecosystem.

Dr. Muhamad Helmi Muhamad Khair, Deputy Director of the Legal and Intellectual Property Management Division of BITCOM UiTM Shah Alam, served as the speaker. He guided participants through key topics including an introduction to intellectual property, the procedures and ecosystem for IP management at UiTM, and a detailed step-by-step demonstration of copyright applications through the PRIME system.

During the hands-on segment, participants were also supported in completing their copyright applications, ensuring immediate practical benefit from the training. By bridging the gap between academic projects and intellectual property

protection, this program accentuates UiTM’s commitment to nurturing innovation and safeguarding research outputs.

Through this program, FKK demonstrates how early exposure to intellectual property strategies empowers

young researchers, enhances their competitive edge, and positions the university as a driver of innovation on both national and international stages. This initiative reflects FKK’s vision of transforming final-year projects and research outputs into globally recognised intellectual assets.

For updates on upcoming programs, the Faculty of Chemical Engineering invites researchers, students, and collaborators to engage with its continuous efforts in research, innovation, and industrial networking.

In conjunction with Malaysia’s 68th National Day, the Faculty of Chemical Engineering (FKK), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) organised a special Independence Lecture on 27th August 2025. Themed “Mental Merdeka, Keluarga Bahagia: Akar Sebuah Negara Sejahtera” (Independent Mind, Happy Family: The Root of a Prosperous Nation), the lecture reflected on the values of freedom, unity, and social harmony as the foundation of national well-being.

The event, drew academics, staff, and students into a reflective discourse on the meaning of independence in today’s society. The keynote speaker, Associate Professor Ts. Dr. Mohd Nor Mamat from the Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies (ACIS), emphasised the importance of nurturing a liberated mindset alongside strong family values as vital pillars in sustaining national prosperity and resilience.

The lecture highlighted how intellectual freedom, cultural identity, and social cohesion contribute not only to the nation’s progress but also to the shaping of responsible and empowered citizens. By linking the spirit of independence to contemporary challenges, Dr. Mohd Nor highlighted the role of universities as platforms for fostering critical thought, moral responsibility, and collective identity among the younger generation.

This event served as the highlight of its National Day celebration month, reinforcing FKK’s commitment to cultivating patriotic values and holistic development among its academic community. Through such initiatives, UiTM continues to inspire its students and staff to carry forward the spirit of Merdeka in both personal and professional spheres, aligning with the national aspiration of Malaysia Madani.

The event both honoured Malaysia’s independence and reinforced UiTM’s key role in shaping the nation’s intellectual progress and cultural identity.

Malaysia, August 2025 – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), in collaboration with the IEEE Photonics Society Malaysia Chapter, has introduced the “STEM Robotic: My Robot Explorer Challenge” to ignite students’ passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Targeted at Year 4 and Year 5 students, the initiative combines theory and hands-on robot building to encourage creativity, problem-solving, and technological awareness. The program includes a Training of Trainers workshop (8 August 2025) for facilitators and a Robotics Challenge Day (21 August 2025) at SK Salak, featuring interactive sessions, robot development, and competitions.

Led by UiTM academics with support from IEEE Photonics Society, the initiative reflects a strong commitment to community engagement and sustainable STEM education. Students will be recognized with certificates, prizes, and robotic kits, fostering long-term interest in robotics and innovation.

Ten students, accompanied by five teachers from Sekolah Kebangsaan Bandar Anggerik, Section 6, Shah Alam, participated in the Knowledge Transfer Program: Preparation of Organic Insect Repellent Spray (SOPES) at UiTM Shah Alam. This program was jointly organized by the School of Chemistry and Environment (PPKP) and the Research, Industry Networking and Alumni Office (PJIA) of the Faculty of Applied Sciences, UiTM Shah Alam. The participants of the program were given information, guidance and hands-on sessions with lecturers from the School of Chemistry and Environment, consisting of Dr. Sharil Fadli Mohamad Zamri, Dr. Sabrina M Yahya, Dr. Shadatul Hanom Rashid and Puan Norjanah Yuri. This one-day program exposed students and teachers to the introduction and effects of the use of pesticides on the environment and health. Insecticides are widely used in agriculture to control, prevent and destroy pests affecting agricultural production. However, excessive and uncontrolled use can cause various negative effects such as food poisoning in humans, complications to the skin, nerves and human body systems, pollution of clean water and air sources and harm to the environment. Innovations in reducing the risk of pesticide use have begun to receive everyone’s attention. One of them is the preparation of organic insect repellent sprays (SOPES), which have been produced by researchers at the Faculty of Applied Sciences, UiTM Shah Alam. SOPES was developed to provide effective protection to plants and homes without harming beneficial insects and is environmentally friendly and reduces the use of chemicals. The highlight of this program was a hands-on session in preparing organic sprays from natural ingredients as an alternative to insecticides. The students were taken to the Chemistry laboratory at the Faculty of Applied Sciences and taught to prepare the organic spray. The excitement of the students in the laboratory in trying to produce organic insect repellent spray products, can be seen. It is hoped that the experience and knowledge gained from this program can be practiced by students at school and in their daily lives and disseminated for the benefit of all in general.

The Malaysian Education Philosophy envisions education as a means of fostering students’ holistic development. The introduction of SDG-based learning in education was formulated as a result of this goal. UNESCO introduced SDG-based learning at the school level to empower the children, and they can participate to find solutions based on their point of view and cognitive level. It is known as education for sustainable development (ESD). Some schools have benefited from increased awareness
and have seized the chance to foster creativity and environmental responsibility in their students. Nonetheless, some schools continue to struggle with its comprehension and application. The online exchange program has created a new space for comprehending and raising awareness of the SDGs
among the students and teachers.

To increase the understanding of SDGs and its importance, collaborative learning is considered to provide effective knowledge transfer. An international online exchange program involving collaborative learning with an ESD approach has been implemented between Japan and Malaysia since 2021. Due to the positive feedback from both parties, the program has continued until now. The program received good feedback from the teachers and students involved. In this program, the students from both countries shared their activities. The students exchange the information and questions to inquire more knowledge. The program is facilitated by Faculty of Education , University of Toyama and School of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, UiTM Malaysia.

The impact of this program led to the schools participating in sustainability programs, which promote environmental management and education, science, and design technology. The program helps
schools implement green practices and educate students about sustainability. Programs like this encourage students to involve with innovation development. Students have the opportunity to demonstrate their work by participating in various competitions at the school, state, national, and international levels. The students feel happy because they can share their activities and achievement
with their partner schools in Japan.

The school takes the opportunity with SDG-based learning to provide space for students to engage in various activities that can foster their awareness and improve their thinking skills. They also have the opportunity to showcase their talents in designing and share their innovations with others.

The school’s teacher used SDG as a theme in teaching and learning activities, Activities such as growing the fish in support of SDGs 1 and 2 teach the students about the importance of generating
income from their own efforts and the importance of getting nutritious food every day. In addition, these SDG-related activities have made the school a sustainable space by creating a comfortable ambient for them to learn every day. Students also take care of the school environment and make it a shared responsibility. Indirect education through SDG-based education has improved soft skills among
students.

The exciting thing achieved through this program for teachers is the improvement of professionalism of teachers and their understanding of the SDGs. With the opportunity to communicate with teachers from Toyama, Japan, the teachers involved in Malaysia have been able to develop their knowledge and skills in the field of global education and the SDGs. This gives them a new perspective and is a useful tool for teaching. The exchange of shared experiences and indirect learning of different teaching methods from their counterparts in Japan has enriched their teaching practices. The teachers involved have opened up the scope of their thinking of SDG with collaboration with the teachers in Japan in practicing ESD among students. This opportunity is to form an international with counterparts that can lead to future collaboration opportunities and a more constructive exchange of ideas.

It can be concluded that, international exchange programmes through collaborative learning on the SDGs not only enhance knowledge and skills but also build better relationships globally. More important is the students understand and aware about SDGs and can participate to take action for the solutions.

The Green Campus Committee of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Perak Branch with strategic partner Urbanice Malaysia has recently launched the dockless e-scooter via Micro@Mobility program towards low carbon campus initiatives. UiTM Perak Branch is the first UiTM campus that has initiated and launched the utilization of e-scooter, where this program is part of the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between UiTM Perak and Urbanice Malaysia. The program is also in collaboration with strategic partners of Perak Tengah District Council, Malaysian Green Technology Society, Beam Scooter Malaysia, Green Safe Cities (Gresafe), Sustainable Campus Club, HEP UiTM Perak Branch, and UiTM Green Centre (UGC). The initiative helps to accelerate the concept of “Green Lifestyles”, “Green Transportation” and “Low Carbon Initiatives” by reducing the number of utilized vehicles, thus reducing carbon emissions and environmental pollution. This project also supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) No 11, Sustainable Cities and Communities.

The program was launched by the Rector of UiTM Perak Branch, Associate Professor Dr. Nur Hisham Ibrahim, together with the head of the Green Campus Committee, Associate Professor Sr Dr. Nur Azfahani Ahmad, the project director, Gs. Norhazlan Haron and all strategic partners’ representatives. According to Associate Professor Sr Dr. Nur Azfahani, 100 e-scooters are provided to 13 stations in the UiTM Perak campus, and plan to increase the number of e-scooters in the future. The users can use it with a scanned QR code via the BEAM application, and the app can be downloaded via the Apple store (for IOS users) or Google Play Store (for Android users). UiTM Perak hopes that this project shall spark the movement of low-carbon neighbourhoods and foster green, healthy, and quality lifestyles among campus users.