MoU/MoA
JOHOR BAHRU, Sept 24 — Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) welcomed a delegation from the Rizhao Municipal Committee and Shandong Vocational and Technical University of International Studies (SWUT), China, for the Signing of a Letter of Collaboration (LoC) held at Bilik Mesyuarat Utama, Sultan Ibrahim Chancellery Building. The ceremony opened with welcoming remarks by Professor Ts. […]
BALI, Sept 18 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), represented by Prof. Dr. Fahrul Zaman Huyop from the Faculty of Science, officially delivered the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to Udayana University (UNUD). The handover ceremony, held at the Faculty of Agricultural Technology, marked another milestone in the long-standing partnership between both institutions since 2017. Prof. […]
PALEMBANG, 5 Sept. – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) melalui Fakulti Sains Pendidikan dan Teknologi (FEST) terus memperkukuh jaringan antarabangsa apabila menjalin kerjasama rasmi dengan Universitas Sriwijaya (UNSRI), Palembang, Indonesia. Perjanjian kerjasama tersebut dimeterai melalui penandatanganan Memorandum Perjanjian (MoA) bersama Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan (FKIP) UNSRI, sekali gus membuka lembaran baharu dalam bidang pendidikan, penyelidikan […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 29 Julai – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) terus memacu kerjasama strategik bersama syarikat pembuatan kanta lekap terkemuka dunia, CIBA Vision Johor Sdn. Bhd. (Alcon Johor), menerusi pemeteraian Memorandum Perjanjian (MoA) baharu yang bertujuan menggalakkan penyelidikan dalam pembangunan kanta lekap berasaskan bio dan mesra alam. Perjanjian yang dimeterai pada hari ini menandakan kali ketiga […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 26 Mei – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) menerima kunjungan hormat daripada YBhg. Datuk ChM Dr. Soon Ting Kueh, Presiden Institut Kimia Malaysia (IKM), dalam satu sesi penuh signifikan yang menandakan komitmen bersama ke arah memperkukuh kerjasama strategik antara dua institusi terkemuka dalam bidang kimia di Malaysia. Kunjungan ini diadakan sebagai susulan kepada pemeteraian […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Apr 29 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) through The Faculty of Educational Sciences and Technology (FEST), has marked a major milestone by signing a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CIDB Technologies Sdn. Bhd., a leading training entity of the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia. The exchange ceremony was held in conjunction with […]
BANGI, Apr 28 — Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and TNB Integrated Learning Solutions Sdn. Bhd. (TNB ILSAS) formalized their strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during a ceremony held at TNB ILSAS in Bangi. This significant occasion marks the beginning of a robust collaboration aimed at enhancing professional training and research in […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Mar 21 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and JCEC Concrete Pte. Ltd. have officially partnered through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing innovation and research in civil engineering and concrete technology. JCEC Concrete Pte. Ltd., a precast concrete and cement factory under the Jin Cheng Group of Companies, is […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 27 Feb – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has strengthened its academic and research collaboration with Xiamen University (XMU) through a substantial USD 2 million software donation from XMU and General Mathematical-Physics Technology Co. Ltd. (GMPT). This advanced semiconductor and electromagnetic simulation software will enhance UTM’s research capabilities and foster closer academic ties between […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 – The Disaster Risk Reduction – Intellectual Discourse 2025 (DRR-ID 2025) marked a significant milestone in Malaysia’s commitment to disaster resilience. Under the theme “Advancing Climate Resilience & Empowering DRR Parliamentarian,” the event convened key policymakers, experts, and stakeholders to accelerate national efforts in line with the UNDRR Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030. […]
UTM Convocation
JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 20 – “UTM–QIU is one of the best options in Iraq, and studying under this partnership has shaped our futures in ways we never imagined,” shared Rawa Rebwar Hama Amin, a Software Engineering graduate and one of the 22 Qaiwan International University (QIU) students attending the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) 69th Convocation. […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 20 – For many, university life is a journey of assignments, friendships and late-night study sessions. But for Maryam Sofea binti Farizal, the experience carried a deeper, quieter struggle one hidden behind calm smiles, academic excellence, and a determination she rarely showed to the world. The Psychology and Human Resource Development graduate […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 20 Nov. – Pada majlis penuh gembira yang menghiasi Dewan Sultan Iskandar sempena Majlis Konvokesyen Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) ke-69, wajah tenang Aina Afiqah Masri tidak pernah menceritakan kisah sebenar yang tersimpan jauh di sudut hidupnya. Dari jauh, langkahnya kelihatan biasa sahaja, seperti pelajar lain yang diraikan. Namun, di sebalik senyuman itu tersembunyi […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 18 – Growing up side by side, Alan Ng Sheng Lun and his twin brother, Jack Ng Sheng Jie, have always shared more than just a birthday. They shared dreams, challenges, and a commitment to uplift one another. Today, that lifelong bond reaches a remarkable milestone as both brothers graduate with honours […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 17 – “Not many people get to experience university life with their twin from start until graduation,” said Evon Kan Kuan Lam, who proudly completes her Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (Bioprocess) alongside her twin sister, Eva Kan Kuan Yee, at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). For the twins, this convocation marks not […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 16 Nov – “Preparing for Luck” menjadi tema utama dalam amanat disampaikan oleh Pro-Canselor, YBhg. Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Jamaludin Ibrahim, kepada para graduan pada Sesi Ketiga Majlis Konvokesyen ke-69 UTM hari ini. Dalam ucapannya, Tan Sri Jamaludin menegaskan bahawa para graduan kini melangkah masuk ke dunia yang bersifat VUCA – volatile, uncertain, complex dan ambiguous, sebuah realiti […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Nov. 16 – “Learning is a lifelong process, one that must be pursued continuously as we move through different stages of our lives,” said Dr. Lee Heng Liang, AMN, who proudly graduates today with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management at the age of 60. Her remarkable commitment to education has positioned […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 16 — Becoming the first in her family to earn a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and the only one to study abroad, Dr. Wimbi Apriwanda Nursiwan, 29, turned her graduation day at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) into a family celebration unlike any other. Coming all the way from Duri, a small town […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 16 — At 79, Dr. Haji Kamarul Azman Jamaluddin has proven that determination and the spirit of lifelong learning can outlast age, circumstance, and time. The retired military officer, motivational consultant and father of four, received his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Academy of Islamic Civilisation (ATI) during Universiti Teknologi Malaysia’s (UTM) […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 15 – “I was genuinely shocked when I received the call and email. I never once imagined I would be awarded the Chancellor’s Award,” said Lee Fang Qi, an outstanding Psychology graduate from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). Fang Qi’s educational journey began at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Taman Pelangi Indah, where her […]
Conference & Seminar
QIONGHAI, Oct 24 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) participated in the Workshop on Practical AI Capacity Building in the Asia-Pacific Region held in Qionghai, Hainan, bringing together policymakers, educators, and industry leaders to discuss regional strategies for artificial intelligence talent development and digital innovation. Organised under the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) framework and supported by […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 – The Programme for Quantity Surveyors Registration Scheme 2025 (PQRS 7.0) concluded successfully at the Grand Banquet Hall, Hotel Residensi UTM Kuala Lumpur, gathering aspiring and early-career quantity surveying graduates from across Malaysia to exchange knowledge, strengthen professional competencies, and celebrate their journey towards professional registration. This annual programme, hosted in […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 — The UTM Toastmasters Club (TMC) played a distinguished role at the International Young Future Leaders Summit (iFUTURE 2025), serving as the official Masters of Ceremony for several key sessions held from 11 to 13 October 2025 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTC). The summit, themed “Igniting Global Youth […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 – Held under the theme of “Empowering Young Leaders for a Digital Future”, the International Young Future Leaders Summit (iFUTURE 2025) brought together students, policymakers, and industry experts to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) will reshape the world of work and how Malaysia must prepare its people to lead this transformation. […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world of work, and young people must prepare themselves with adaptability, curiosity, and continuous learning. This was the key message shared during the International Young Future Leaders Summit (iFUTURE 2025) forum titled “AI Future Jobs and Youth’s Readiness”, held at […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 11 Oct — The International Young Future Leaders Summit (iFUTURE 2025) opened with a resounding call for youth-driven leadership anchored in values, compassion, and digital wisdom. The three-day summit, held at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur from 11 to 13 October, gathers more than 800 student leaders from 60 countries under the […]
OSAKA, Oct 8 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), through the Center of Research for Fiqh Science & Technology (CFiRST UTM) and the Academy of Islamic Civilization (ATI), Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (FSSH), successfully participated in the International Halal Ecosystem Conference (IHC 2025) held recently. UTM joined the event as a Strategic Partner alongside leading […]
Johor Bahru, 7 Oct – At the opening of UTM Global Connect 2025, Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mohd Shafry Mohd Rahim struck a decisive note. “Artificial Intelligence is not a novelty; it is a necessity,” he declared to an audience of university leaders, policymakers, innovators, and members of the public representing 25 nations. His words captured both the […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 3 – The 11th Research in Engineering Education Symposium (REES 2025) was successfully held from 29 September to 3 October 2025 at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and DoubleTree by Hilton, Johor Bahru, carrying the theme “Transforming Engineering Education: Breaking Boundaries of Research and Practice.” The event was organized in conjunction with the […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) achieved notable success at the 4th Research in High Performance Sports Colloquium (HPSC 2025), held in conjunction with the ASEAN Symposium in Sports Innovation (ASSI’25) and the 4th International Conference on Innovation and Technology in Sports (ICITS’25), when its delegates secured two major awards. Norazariena Atirah […]
Social Entrepreneurship
New Venture Creation (NVC) is a vital course in the UTM Azman Hashim International Business School (AHIBS) MBA program, introducing entrepreneurship as an integral component of business education. Beyond luck and capital, successful entrepreneurship requires creativity, innovation, risk-taking, and planning. To provide a contemporary perspective on entrepreneurship, Dr. Normal Mat Jusoh, a senior lecturer, has […]
UTM Pagoh Campus has once again proven its commitment to sustainable agriculture by successfully extending its Malaysia Good Agriculture Practice (MGAP) certification until 2025. The campus has been a leader in promoting sustainable farming methods. The extension of its MGAP certification is a testament to its ongoing efforts to protect the environment and promote healthy […]
Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology & Innovation (MRANTI) in collaboration with UTM-Innovation and Commercialisation Centre (UTM-ICC) organized Supercharger Roadshow: UTM-ICC on Monday, 16 January 2023 at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Johor Bahru (UTM JB). The event was the continuation of the previous roadshow conducted last year in Borneo by MRANTI. It was successfully conducted at Raja […]
By: Wong Jia Jian (JKM KTHO) & Siti Nur Fatin Hakimah binti Ibnuzaman (Editor) Kolej Tun Hussein Onn (KTHO) participated in the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Games led by UTM Sports Excellence (USE) from 26th November until 1st December 2022. The program’s participation is led by Biro Sukan Jawatankuasa Kolej Mahasiswa Kolej Tun Hussein Onn […]
Authored by: Alison Wong, Raja Aided, Pharveish a/l Selvam, Chuan Wei Jian, Lim Wei Han Johor Bahru, 20th June 2022. -UTM’s course SCSD3761 TECHNOPRENEURSHIP SEMINAR provides students with the guidelines and knowledge to organize a number of entrepreneurship talks with the involvement of successful entrepreneurs to share tips and knowledge in starting a new business. […]
Bersempena dengan sambutan UTM 50 Tahun, Unversiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) telah mengadakan program yang julung kali dianjurkan iaitu kayuhan jarak jauh yang melibatkan empat negeri iaitu Wilayah Persekutuan, N. Sembilan, Melaka dan Johor bermula dari 8 hingga 12 Jun 2022. Seramai 25 orang peserta menyertai kembara kayuhan dari UTMKL ke UTMJB sejauh 405 km yang […]
By: Prof. Dr. Fahrul Zaman Huyop, ChM. Dr. Mohd Firdaus Abdul Wahab (Department of Biosciences, Faculty of Science) The launching ceremony of the Borneo green honey collaboration between UTM and NS Field Sdn. Bhd. was held today, 19th May 2022, at the Faculty of Science, UTM, in the presence of the Pro-Chancellor of UTM, Tan […]
Prepared by: Hasya Azyyati Syazwani Hasbullah, Nor Suhaizi Mahdan, & Fatin Afiqah Md. Azmi Zero Waste was a program organized by Kolej Tuanku Canselor (KTC) Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) including activities like Virtual Plogging Run and Waste Management Talk. This program was held primarily to raise societal awareness of waste management issues and to demonstrate […]
Alumni Networking
PUTRAJAYA, 14 Nov – A group of Master of Disaster Risk Management students from the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Kuala Lumpur, conducted an educational visit to Hospital Putrajaya to deepen their understanding of service continuity management as well as emergency and disaster preparedness within the healthcare sector. Led […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 1 Nov – Fakulti Kecerdasan Buatan (FAI) Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) terus menyerlah apabila tampil aktif dalam program Grand UTM Alumni Homecoming 2025, yang berlangsung penuh meriah di Padang Utama, UTM Kuala Lumpur. Program tahunan anjuran Pusat UTMAlumni itu berjaya menghimpunkan kira-kira 1,000 alumni dari dalam dan luar negara dalam suasana penuh nostalgia […]
As education and industry increasingly intersect, the urgent need for genuine and meaningful collaboration between universities and industry is clear. In his keynote at Program Karisma Pemikir Madani, Kepimpinan Tertinggi UTM themed “Menginsani Teknologi, Mentransformasi Pendidikan Tinggi”, Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Syed Zainal Abidin outlined a vision for university–industry engagement that prioritizes substance over ceremony. […]
Since its establishment in 1972, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has pioneered the training of leaders who design, manage, and administer the spaces where people live, work, and thrive. From the Faculty of Built Environment (FAB) — later expanded into the Faculty of Built Environment and Surveying (FABU) — generations of urban and regional planners have […]
Puah Pei San stands as one of Malaysia’s most influential figures in netball, leaving an enduring mark as a national athlete, elite coach, and dedicated educator. Her journey rooted in passion, discipline, and excellence continues to shape the future of Malaysian netball. Born with a natural affinity for sports, Pei San began her academic and […]
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) proudly celebrates the recognition of Dr. Fatma bint Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Balushi, Advisor to the Secretary-General for Museums Affairs at The National Museum of Oman, as one of the Global 200 Women Power Leaders of 2025 by White Page International in association with WCRC Leaders. A distinguished Omani leader, Dr. Fatma […]
Firstly, as a disclaimer, I obtained permission from both of them to write this story. In fact, I shared the draft with them to review before submitting it to UTM NewsHub. Secondly, despite sharing the same surname, they are not biologically related. They are of different genders and had not even known each other until […]
At first, I thought the email I received was a scam, so I deleted it without much consideration. However, I soon began receiving follow-up emails from the same two gentlemen and one lady, this time with their curriculum vitae attached. It became evident that they were genuinely interested in pursuing their PhD studies under my […]
Empowering People through Passion and Perseverance Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) proudly honors one of its most inspiring alumni, Dr. Sofiazianti Saleh. She is a dedicated educator, a courageous leader, and a pioneering figure in the field of educational psychology. Dr. Sofiazianti’s journey is more than just a tale of academic achievement; it serves as a […]
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) continues to take pride in the achievements of its alumni who are making a difference in various fields. One example is the Academic Force Organization, a registered non-governmental organisation (NGO) founded in 2005 by Mr. Dineshkumar S. Haridas, a UTM graduate in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (B.Tech.Edu, 2004–2008). The organisation promotes academic excellence, […]
