MoU/MoA
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. […]
SINGAPORE, Feb 15 – A delegation from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) actively participated in the ASEAN Career Fair with Japan 2025 held at Max Atria, Singapore EXPO. The event, organized by Energize Inc., brought together leading employers from Japan and Southeast Asia, providing students and educators with valuable insights into career opportunities, industry trends, and […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 13 Feb – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and Western Digital have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen academia-industry collaboration. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to advancing innovation, talent development, and high-impact research that not only addresses global challenges but also contributes to Malaysia’s sustainable economic growth. The MoU signing […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and DHL Asia Pacific Shared Services (APSSC) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen partnerships in nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and developing industry-ready graduates. During the ceremony, the MoU was signed by Prof. Dr. Mohd Shafry Mohd Rahim, Vice-Chancellor of UTM, and Aderlinda […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 – The Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT) at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) marked a significant milestone today with the exchange of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with STT Inc., Japan. The event, held in the main meeting room at MJIIT’s UTM Kuala Lumpur campus, was attended by distinguished delegates and […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 – A landmark Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed today between Takasago Thermal Engineering Co. Ltd. from Japan, T.T.E. Engineering (M) Sdn. Bhd. from Malaysia, and the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). This partnership is set to advance research excellence, knowledge exchange, and sustainability through innovation. […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 – Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn. Bhd. (Perodua) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) to develop the country’s next generation of electric vehicles (xEVs). The MoU outlines a comprehensive plan to educate and train future engineers in developing new EV technologies. Perodua President and Chief Executive […]
PAGOH, Dec 5 – The Innovation Centre in Agritechnology for Advanced Bioprocessing (ICA), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Pagoh Campus, in collaboration with Back2Nature Sdn. Bhd., hosted a successful World Soil Day 2024 Celebration to raise awareness on sustainable soil management. Themed “Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, and Manage,” the event featured groundbreaking innovations, strategic partnerships, […]
UTM Convocation
JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 15 – The Faculty of Computing has announced that its Master of Cyber Security programme, offered through Open Distance Learning (ODL), has achieved Full Accreditation from the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) this year. As the first Master of Cyber Security programme in Malaysia offered in the ODL mode since March 2023, it […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 21 Nov. – The transnational education program between Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and Qaiwan International University (QIU) has become a beacon of academic excellence, enabling students to access world-class education while remaining connected to their cultural roots. According to the Vice-Chancellor of UTM, Prof Datuk Ir. Ts. Dr. Ahmad Fauzi Ismail, UTM through UTMSPACE […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 21 Nov. – As Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) celebrates the achievements of its graduates, one name stands out: Liza Karwan Mahmood, a graduate of one of UTM’s transnational education programmes at Qaiwan International University (QIU), Iraq. With a blend of academic excellence, leadership, and community involvement, Liza embodies the values of perseverance, innovation, and […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 15th Nov. – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) honouring its top postgraduate achievers at the prestigious UTM Best Postgraduate Student Award Ceremony. Held at the scenic Pulai Springs Resort, this grand occasion was among the highlights of UTM’s 68th Convocation Ceremony, which celebrated the remarkable achievements of 189 outstanding postgraduates. Several graduates stood out […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 18 Nov. – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is alive with celebration as graduates gather to mark the pinnacle of their academic journeys. One story stands out among the crowd of proud faces—a tale of resilience, teamwork, and shared dreams. Ms. Durga Devi Silvaretinam and her husband, Mr. Logesuwaran Rammudo, are not only graduating […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 18 Nov. – “If you are facing any difficulties, do talk to someone you trust and reach out for advice. Avoid making decisions that you might later regret and that could jeopardise your well-being,” said Suzanna anak Sabastine Janang, a graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the Faculty of Electrical […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 17 Nov. – “Failure is not the end, but rather an opportunity for growth and resilience,” said Sasi A/L Subramaniam, a Yayasan Raja Zarith Sofiah Negeri Johor receiver and a graduate with a Master’s degree in Human Resource Development from the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). Sasi’s […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 17 Nov. – This year marked a significant milestone for Toh Ting Jii, who successfully completed her Master’s degree in Educational Technology through UTM’s Open and Distance Learning (ODL) program. She balanced the roles of being a mother to three boys, a part-time tutor, and a full-time student, navigating both personal and academic […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 16th Nov. -“Balancing a business while pursuing my studies was certainly challenging, but it is achievable—and I am living proof of that,” said Dr. Kit Yu Heng, recipient of the best postgraduate student award and a graduate with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering, focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at Universiti […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 16 Nov. — The hall was filled with excitement and anticipation as Dr. Areen Sherryna Abdul Halim stepped up to the podium during the first session of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia’s (UTM) 68th Convocation Ceremony. At just 26, she had already earned her PhD in Chemical Engineering and stood as a proud representative of […]
Conference & Seminar
KUALA LUMPUR, 11 April 2025 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) reinforced its leadership in advancing climate governance and sustainability education by hosting a high-impact satellite seminar as part of the National Climate Governance Summit (NCGS) 2025. Themed “Transition Finance: The Foundation of the Transition Economy,” the seminar served as a vital platform to strengthen discourse […]
BRISBANE, Apr 10 – The International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) Working Week 2025 is partnering with Locate25, Australia and New Zealand’s premier geospatial conference, to organize a historic event. This unprecedented gathering of the global surveying, spatial, and geoscience community took place at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) in Brisbane, Australia, from April […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Mar 19 – The Postgraduate Student Society (PGSS) Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), successfully conducted the Virtual AI Tools for Research Project, delivered by Dr. Zulfaqar Sa’adi, a postdoctoral researcher at Centre for Environmental Sustainability and Water Security (IPASA), UTM. The event saw an overwhelming response, with 351 participants engaging in […]
TAINAN, Mar 13 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is enhancing its global presence and leadership in higher education governance by participating in the 2025 General Assembly of the Southeast Asia and Taiwan Universities (SATU) Presidents’ Forum. This important event was hosted by National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) in Taiwan from March 12 to 13, 2025. […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 26 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is expanding its global engagement through meaningful academic exchanges. Recently, Associate Professor Ts. Dr. Ramesh Zaidi Rozan from UTM was invited to present a session on “Ethical Innovation: Navigating Moral Dilemmas in Entrepreneurship” to students from Coventry University in the UK. This collaboration is part of the 4006ICTE Entrepreneurial Ideation Guest Sharing Session […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 21 – The International Student Society (ISS) – Pakistan successfully hosted a workshop titled “Crafting Scientific Visuals with AI: A Hands-on Workshop” at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). Led by Muhammad Haris, a postgraduate student from the Faculty of Computing, the workshop aimed to equip participants with innovative techniques for creating impactful visuals using artificial intelligence (AI) […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 20 – The Joint Seminar on Antimicrobial Resistance, organized by the Faculty of Science, IPASA, NUMed, and the ACS Malaysia Chapter, successfully took place at Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed) in EduCity, Iskandar Puteri, Johor. This event brought together academics, industry leaders, and policymakers to discuss the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) […]
UTM Strengthens Regional Collaboration at The 2nd Asian University Science and Technology Innovation Forum in Tokyo TOKYO, Feb 19 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) strengthens its position in the regional higher education landscape by participating in the 2nd Asian University Science and Technology Innovation Forum, which took place in Tokyo, Japan, from 17 to 19 […]
PUTRAJAYA, Feb 18 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) proudly hosted the 11th Asia Pacific Structural Engineering and Construction Conference (APSEC) 2025 at The Everly Putrajaya. Organized by the Faculty of Civil Engineering (FKA) at UTM, the conference focused on the theme “Bridging Innovation and Sustainability for Tomorrow’s Infrastructure.” The event brought together global experts to […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 – The Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT) at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Kuala Lumpur successfully conducted Part 3 of the ‘Rigorous Research in Engineering Education 2024’ workshop series, focused on ‘Publication in Engineering Education.’ This event took place on February 4-5, 2025, in the Sakura Room on Level 4 of MJIIT, […]
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. […]
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 […]
Authored by: Low Jun Yi, Shafishuhaza Sahlan Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) succesful alumnus shared his journey from student to entrepreneur The Center For Artificial Intelligence & Robotics (CAIRO) UTM Interns has organised the CAIRO UTM Interns webinar on Student’s Idea to a Startup. It was delivered by Dr. Khor Kang Xiang, the co-founder and CEO […]
Alumni Networking
JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 26 – Siti Fatimah Abd Rahman, an executive at PETRONAS and a distinguished alumna from the Physics Department at the Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), returned to her alma mater to share valuable insights with undergraduate students during the “Internship Insights: Navigating Your Career Journey” program. This event brought together […]
On 8th June 2024, the Society of Petroleum Engineers – UTM Student Chapter (SPE-UTM SC) hosted the ALUKEP [Alumni Kejuruteraan Petroleum] TALK 2024 online via Webex. This event offered Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) students, particularly those in petroleum engineering, invaluable insights into the oil and gas industry from distinguished UTM alumni who are making significant […]
On 25th May 2024, the Fairfield by Marriott Kuala Lumpur played host to a joyous reunion of 20 alumni from the SHP program batch of 2004 (Degree in Human Resource Development). The attendees, hailing from various parts of Malaysia including Perak, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Johor, Pahang, Terengganu, and Sarawak, gathered to rekindle old […]
Navigating the Professional Science Landscape In 2023, Ms Uwarani Krishnan, a Science Officer from the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI), was awarded the Pro-Chancellor Award during the (UTM) 67th Convocation of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). This prestigious recognition is a testament to her hard work and achievements in the Master of Professional Science […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 18th Jan. – In a pivotal meeting held on January 17, 2024, Associate Professor Dr. Masoud Gheisari, an esteemed Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) alumni, returned to the campus to explore collaborative opportunities. His visit focused on advancing AI initiatives in the construction industry, has paved the way for potential joint endeavours between the […]
The Faculty of Technology and Informatics Razak (FTIR) is delighted to share the news from the past Majlis Hi-Tea Alumni event, which took place on 5 November 2023, at the prestigious Hotel Concorde in Kuala Lumpur. The event was a grand success, marked by the presence of esteemed guests and the participation of our valued […]
KUALA LUMPUR – The MJIIT Environmental and Disaster Management Program Open Day was held at Dewan Azman Hashim, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Kuala Lumpur, on 13th June 2023. The open day was officiated by YBhg. Datuk Khairul Shahril Idrus, Director General of the National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA), Prime Minister’s Department. The open day was […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 8 May – An expert in computer science from the Razak Faculty of Technology and Informatics, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Prof. Dr Mohd Nazri Kama was appointed as the Director General of Department of Personal Data Protection (JPDP). Prof. Mohd Nazri is a renowned expert in the fields of Data Management, Computer System […]
JOHOR BAHRU, May 5th – AIESEC in Johor Bahru successfully conducted its first physical Annual General Meeting for the year 2022 after the pandemic. This meeting served as a gathering for all members and alumni to bid farewell to the fulfilling year and welcome the new term in 2023. The meeting was attended by the […]