Sabah Job Expo 2011
Good news for those SPM/STPM leavers and graduates who are still looking for job to start their career in Sabah, Sabah Job Expo 2011 will be held in Suria Sabah.
Date: 3rd - 4th December 2011
Time: 9.30am - 3.00pm
Venue: Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, Kota Kinabalu
There will be 55 participating companies will be there for walk-in interview to recruit staff. Resume writing skills and interview skills workshop will be conducted by KPSKTM and Jabatan Tenaga Rakyat (JTK) respectively.
The Sabah Job Expo 2011 will be launched by Datuk Dr. Yee Moh Chai, Menteri Pembangunan Sumber dan Kemajuan Teknologi Maklumat, Sabah.
Special appearance by Rey Kimara, Ebi Kornelius, Candy, Arnie Joba, Alvin MY, Raphiel Pinus, Jade Sisters, Vin P.O.P, The Ariez, Dayang Noraini, Felix Agus and Alex Raja Lawak on 4th December 2011.
Don't miss this opportunity, see you there.
AMCHAM-MACEE Scholarship for Malaysian Students at American Universities
Looking for scholarship to study in USA? The AMCHAM-MACEE Scholarship for Undergraduate Students from Malaysia at American Universities is now available. Get yourself enrolled in any credible American universities and apply for this scholarship. Read on for more information about AMCHAM-MACEE Scholarship for Malaysian.
AMCHAM-MACEE Scholarship for Malaysian detailed description
Study Subject(s):Courses offered by the universities
Course Level:Undergraduate
Scholarship Provider: The American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) and the Malaysian-American Commission on Educational Exchange Read more: AMCHAM-MACEE Scholarhip for Malaysian Students 2011, USA : College Scholarships, PhD Scholarships, Postdoctoral, Graduate International Scholarships Fellowships http://scholarship-positions.com
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
AMCHAM-MACEE Scholarship for Malaysian detailed description
Study Subject(s):Courses offered by the universities
Course Level:Undergraduate
Scholarship Provider: The American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) and the Malaysian-American Commission on Educational Exchange Read more: AMCHAM-MACEE Scholarhip for Malaysian Students 2011, USA : College Scholarships, PhD Scholarships, Postdoctoral, Graduate International Scholarships Fellowships http://scholarship-positions.com
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
University of Rhode Island International Freshman Scholarship
The University of Rhode Island is the State’s public learner-centered research university. We are a community joined in a common quest for knowledge. The University is committed to enriching the lives of its students through its land, sea, and urban grant traditions. URI is the only public institution in Rhode Island offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students the distinctive educational opportunities of a major research university.
URI offers undergraduate merit scholarships to international freshman applicants. Students are strongly encouraged to apply by the early action deadline of December 1, 2011, but we are flexible with this deadline and we will continue to award scholarships past that date. Our scholarships range from approximately $7,000 to $14,000. We use the Common Application, which is easily accessible on our website.
For more information, please visit: http://www.uri.edu/admission/InternationalHome.html#Merit
URI offers undergraduate merit scholarships to international freshman applicants. Students are strongly encouraged to apply by the early action deadline of December 1, 2011, but we are flexible with this deadline and we will continue to award scholarships past that date. Our scholarships range from approximately $7,000 to $14,000. We use the Common Application, which is easily accessible on our website.
For more information, please visit: http://www.uri.edu/admission/InternationalHome.html#Merit
Maxis Scholarship for Excellence: Undergraduate 2013
Maxis Scholarship for Excellence detailed description
* Applicants or their parents must be a Maxis postpaid customer with a minimum of one year tenure with Maxis postpaid services, having a good payment record with Maxis.
* Applicants must be Malaysian citizens aged below 23 years old.
* Applicants must not be bonded to any body and must have secured an unconditional offer from a local or foreign university prior to applying for the Maxis Scholarship for Excellence Award (MSEA).
* Applicants currently in their 1st or 2nd year of undergraduate studies may also apply for this scholarship.
Taylor University Developing Towns Study Grant
Taylor university is offering Taylor's University Developing Towns Study Grant for student from selected developing town in Malaysia. This education fund from Taylor University is now available for 2012 intake at Taylor University.
Taylor University study grant detailed
The Developing Towns Study Grant is open to SPM / STPM / UEC students from selected towns across Malaysia.
Successful applicants are entitled for the following fee waiver:
Pre-U : RM3,500 for full duration
Foundation, Diploma, ADP : RM4,000 (1st year only)
Degree : RM5,000 (1st year only)
Students from the secondary schools located in the following list of towns (where they obtained their highest qualifications) are eligible to apply:
Johor: Labis, Yong Peng, Kota Tinggi, Kulai, Pontian, Segamat, Sungai Mati, Tangkak, Kluang
Kedah: Alor Setar, Jitra, Kuala Ketil, Sungai Petani, Kulim, Langkawi
Kelantan: Gua Musang, Kota Bahru, Kuala Krai, Pasir Puteh, Tanah Merah
Kuala Lumpur: Wangsa Maju
Negeri Sembilan: Bahau, Kuala Pilah
Pahang: Triang, Bentong, Cameron Highlands, Jerantut, Karak, Kuala Lipis, Kuantan, Mentakab, Raub, Temerloh
Taylor University study grant detailed
The Developing Towns Study Grant is open to SPM / STPM / UEC students from selected towns across Malaysia.
Successful applicants are entitled for the following fee waiver:
Pre-U : RM3,500 for full duration
Foundation, Diploma, ADP : RM4,000 (1st year only)
Degree : RM5,000 (1st year only)
Students from the secondary schools located in the following list of towns (where they obtained their highest qualifications) are eligible to apply:
Johor: Labis, Yong Peng, Kota Tinggi, Kulai, Pontian, Segamat, Sungai Mati, Tangkak, Kluang
Kedah: Alor Setar, Jitra, Kuala Ketil, Sungai Petani, Kulim, Langkawi
Kelantan: Gua Musang, Kota Bahru, Kuala Krai, Pasir Puteh, Tanah Merah
Kuala Lumpur: Wangsa Maju
Negeri Sembilan: Bahau, Kuala Pilah
Pahang: Triang, Bentong, Cameron Highlands, Jerantut, Karak, Kuala Lipis, Kuantan, Mentakab, Raub, Temerloh
Curtin Sarawak appoints new Dean of School of Business
Miri – 25 November 2011 – Curtin University, Sarawak Malaysia (Curtin Sarawak) has appointed Dr Francois Therin as its new Dean of School of Business.
Dr Therin brings to the position a wealth of experience spanning over some 20 years. Prior to this appointment, Dr Therin was the Vice President of Academic Affairs a University College in creation in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.
A French national, Dr Therin has held academic and administrative positions in leading institutions of higher learning including U21Global, an online graduate school that offers globally-recognised postgraduate programmes; Euromed Marseille Ecole de Management and Grenoble Ecole de Management in France.
Dr Therin brings to the position a wealth of experience spanning over some 20 years. Prior to this appointment, Dr Therin was the Vice President of Academic Affairs a University College in creation in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.
A French national, Dr Therin has held academic and administrative positions in leading institutions of higher learning including U21Global, an online graduate school that offers globally-recognised postgraduate programmes; Euromed Marseille Ecole de Management and Grenoble Ecole de Management in France.
MEDICAL CODING ONLINE PROGRAMS
May be not many of you are not aware about the job of Medical Billers and Coders. In any hospital, this job do exist and there are always a group of people who works behind the scenes. The job of medical billers and coders is getting very important and popular nowadays that Medical Coding Online Programs is now the most sought online program in the world.
Today, many credible online medical colleges and university is offering medical coding online programs. PendidikanMalaysia.com will try to compile all the colleges and universities which offer this medical coding online degrees. We will update those list here in the future.
Of course we will only list those credible medical colleges and universities. The list will keep growing.
So what is the job of medical coding online programs graduates? Below is the simple summary of facts related to this medical online program.
Today, many credible online medical colleges and university is offering medical coding online programs. PendidikanMalaysia.com will try to compile all the colleges and universities which offer this medical coding online degrees. We will update those list here in the future.
Of course we will only list those credible medical colleges and universities. The list will keep growing.
So what is the job of medical coding online programs graduates? Below is the simple summary of facts related to this medical online program.
Malaysia eyes Brunei education market
MALAYSIA sees Brunei as one of the markets for international students, a top Malaysian official told The Brunei Times, recently.
"As of 2010, there were 328 Bruneians studying in Malaysia, out of which 157 are studying in public institutions while the remaining are in private institutions," said Hj Mohd Zaki Zakaria, the Principal Assistant Director with Education Malaysia Division of the Ministry of Higher Education.
The division manages the promotion and marketing of Malaysia's education throughout the world.
Hj Mohd Zaki Zakaria said: "This number is still small compared to the number of students from countries like Iran, Iraq, China and Indonesia," he said adding that the division was beefing up its promotional activities to create Malaysia as a destination for higher education in Brunei.
"As of 2010, there were 328 Bruneians studying in Malaysia, out of which 157 are studying in public institutions while the remaining are in private institutions," said Hj Mohd Zaki Zakaria, the Principal Assistant Director with Education Malaysia Division of the Ministry of Higher Education.
The division manages the promotion and marketing of Malaysia's education throughout the world.
Hj Mohd Zaki Zakaria said: "This number is still small compared to the number of students from countries like Iran, Iraq, China and Indonesia," he said adding that the division was beefing up its promotional activities to create Malaysia as a destination for higher education in Brunei.
MALAYSIA: Repressive university law to be amended
A repressive law that forbids students from becoming members of political parties and restricts political activity in universities will be amended, Malaysia's Prime Minister Najib Razak announced this week. But rights groups said the government was adopting a 'carrot and stick' approach by tightening up in other areas related to public assembly.
"The government believes in the maturity and intelligence of our university students," Najib told the lower house of parliament, the Dewan Rakyat, on 24 November.
He said the controversial section 15 of the Universities and University Colleges Act (AUKU) relating to student activity would be changed to "respect the constitutional right of the undergrad(uate)s who have reached the legal age or age of majority."
The act would be amended to allow students over the age of 21 to join political parties, "but we will be strict in not allowing politics to enter campuses," he said.
"The government believes in the maturity and intelligence of our university students," Najib told the lower house of parliament, the Dewan Rakyat, on 24 November.
He said the controversial section 15 of the Universities and University Colleges Act (AUKU) relating to student activity would be changed to "respect the constitutional right of the undergrad(uate)s who have reached the legal age or age of majority."
The act would be amended to allow students over the age of 21 to join political parties, "but we will be strict in not allowing politics to enter campuses," he said.
Southampton begins recruitment for new Malaysia campus
The University of Southampton’s first overseas campus has begun enrolling students after the project received academic accreditation from the Malaysian authorities.
The campus, which is based in the south of the Malay Peninsular close to Singapore, plans to admit around 60 students in October 2012 for its four-year master of mechanical engineering programme.
Students will be able to study in English in Malaysia for the first two years of the programme before transferring to the UK campus for the last two years.
The campus is being established on a regional development called EduCity, with Southampton being the second UK university to establish a presence there.
A medical school set up by Newcastle University, also its first overseas campus, opened its doors this month on the site.
Don Nutbeam, Southampton’s vice-chancellor, said that achieving education accreditation 10 months after signing an agreement to open the campus was a “tribute to the hard work of the project team”.
The campus, which is based in the south of the Malay Peninsular close to Singapore, plans to admit around 60 students in October 2012 for its four-year master of mechanical engineering programme.
Students will be able to study in English in Malaysia for the first two years of the programme before transferring to the UK campus for the last two years.
The campus is being established on a regional development called EduCity, with Southampton being the second UK university to establish a presence there.
A medical school set up by Newcastle University, also its first overseas campus, opened its doors this month on the site.
Don Nutbeam, Southampton’s vice-chancellor, said that achieving education accreditation 10 months after signing an agreement to open the campus was a “tribute to the hard work of the project team”.
Student Loan Debt Crisis Myths and Facts, USA
Mark Kantrowitz at the Washington Post described about the student loan myths and facts that students should know about. Many students and their families do not know about available scholarships and financial aid information. Opting for student loan generally is the easy choice for the students however they do not understand or have misconceptions about student loans.
In the event of protests by students at the Wall Street, Mark described five myths about the student loans which should they know about.
1. Economy can be stimulating by forgiving student loans
People may think that by waving off the debt for students will stimulate the economy. But Mark said that about 5.6% is collected annually from student debt of about 1 trillion, which would be about 65 billion dollars. This is small compared to other stimulant packages and may not be effective.
2. All education debt is good debt.
People may think that by investing in themselves with debt will help them in getting better job. But may students with high student loans are not able to complete major events of their life on time, such as marriage. He suggested ideally student loan should be repaid with in 10 years.
In the event of protests by students at the Wall Street, Mark described five myths about the student loans which should they know about.
1. Economy can be stimulating by forgiving student loans
People may think that by waving off the debt for students will stimulate the economy. But Mark said that about 5.6% is collected annually from student debt of about 1 trillion, which would be about 65 billion dollars. This is small compared to other stimulant packages and may not be effective.
2. All education debt is good debt.
People may think that by investing in themselves with debt will help them in getting better job. But may students with high student loans are not able to complete major events of their life on time, such as marriage. He suggested ideally student loan should be repaid with in 10 years.
Calum Miller Scholarship 2012 at University of Edinburgh
If you are thinking about university degree in UK this is a very good opportunity for you. Colum Miller Scholarship 2012 at University of Edinburg is available. It is open to Malaysian or to student from any country.
One scholarship of £10,000 is awarded to a student from any country.
Eligibility
The scholarships are open to applicants who have an excellent academic record and who are applying for admission onto the Full-time MBA or MBA in International Business in September 2012. An award may be withdrawn if a student fails to meet the academic standards set by the University.
Although applications for the scholarships should be made before 31 May 2012, the scholarships will only be awarded to applicants who have firmly accepted their offer through payment of the deposit. Applicants who hold full sponsorships are not eligible for the scholarship.
If an applicant is successful in being awarded a scholarship, but subsequently declines their offer of admission on the MBA programme, the award of the scholarship will be withdrawn and awarded to another applicant.
For more information and to apply, please visit: http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/student-funding/postgraduate/uk-eu/humanities/business/miller
One scholarship of £10,000 is awarded to a student from any country.
Eligibility
The scholarships are open to applicants who have an excellent academic record and who are applying for admission onto the Full-time MBA or MBA in International Business in September 2012. An award may be withdrawn if a student fails to meet the academic standards set by the University.
Although applications for the scholarships should be made before 31 May 2012, the scholarships will only be awarded to applicants who have firmly accepted their offer through payment of the deposit. Applicants who hold full sponsorships are not eligible for the scholarship.
If an applicant is successful in being awarded a scholarship, but subsequently declines their offer of admission on the MBA programme, the award of the scholarship will be withdrawn and awarded to another applicant.
For more information and to apply, please visit: http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/student-funding/postgraduate/uk-eu/humanities/business/miller
IMU kicks of pre-20th anniversary celebration
The International Medical University (IMU) is organising a charity bazaar as a prelude to its 20th anniversary celebrations. The Charity Bazaar will take place at the University premises on Saturday, 3rd December 2011. Highlights of the bazaar include dental screening, fun-filled games with prizes, soap making demonstration, Henna art, sale of second hand books, clothes, toys, electrical appliances, potted plants as well as food, tidbits and drinks.
According to the Provost, Dr Mei Ling Young, “Even though we have the charity bazaar annually what is so special about this year’s event is that we are marking this bazaar as a kick-off to our year-long celebrations in 2012. We will channel all the proceeds from the sale to selected charity homes and community service projects (known as Kampung Angkat). Among the designated charity homes are Rumah Love & Care in Kajang, Rumah Shalom, Yayasan Sunbeams Home, Persatuan Kebajikan HOPE Worldwide and Association of Social Services and Community Development of Gombak District. Thus, we welcome the public to participate and spend generously as the all profits will be channelled for a worthy cause.”
According to the Provost, Dr Mei Ling Young, “Even though we have the charity bazaar annually what is so special about this year’s event is that we are marking this bazaar as a kick-off to our year-long celebrations in 2012. We will channel all the proceeds from the sale to selected charity homes and community service projects (known as Kampung Angkat). Among the designated charity homes are Rumah Love & Care in Kajang, Rumah Shalom, Yayasan Sunbeams Home, Persatuan Kebajikan HOPE Worldwide and Association of Social Services and Community Development of Gombak District. Thus, we welcome the public to participate and spend generously as the all profits will be channelled for a worthy cause.”
Students offered chance to 'taste' British education
KUALA LUMPUR The British Council is holding a series of Taster Lectures today and tomorrow at the Education UK Exhibition 2011 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
Parents and school leavers will have the opportunity to meet the representatives of 58 UK schools and universities to evaluate the schools and courses, as well as get admission advice.
University lecturers teaching a cross section of undergraduate courses will be giving a sampling session typical of their course lectures to help students evaluate their options in overseas education.
British Council Malaysia country director Gavin Anderson said: "We recently concluded a market survey of potential students and their parents. The top two factors they value when choosing an overseas education are high level of quality in education and high standards of teaching.
"We decided to organise these Taster Lectures where the invited lecturers will talk about their course field to give Malaysian students a feel of the lectures and courses.
"This is an excellent opportunity for those who are still undecided on which course to undertake to have a firsthand experience of the subject discourse and to get their queries answered by the lecturers."
Parents and school leavers will have the opportunity to meet the representatives of 58 UK schools and universities to evaluate the schools and courses, as well as get admission advice.
University lecturers teaching a cross section of undergraduate courses will be giving a sampling session typical of their course lectures to help students evaluate their options in overseas education.
British Council Malaysia country director Gavin Anderson said: "We recently concluded a market survey of potential students and their parents. The top two factors they value when choosing an overseas education are high level of quality in education and high standards of teaching.
"We decided to organise these Taster Lectures where the invited lecturers will talk about their course field to give Malaysian students a feel of the lectures and courses.
"This is an excellent opportunity for those who are still undecided on which course to undertake to have a firsthand experience of the subject discourse and to get their queries answered by the lecturers."
Malaysia to jointly review education policy with UNESCO
PUTRAJAYA, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to review the Malaysian education policy at all levels from pre-school to higher education.
The Secretary-General of the Education Ministry, Datuk Dr Rosli Mohamed said the review was initiated to ensure that every Malaysian could realise their potentials, as well as preparing future work force with the required skill set in line with various government transformation programmes to achieve a developed and high income economy by 2020.
"The objective of the review is to evaluate the policies, strategies and achievements of the Malaysian education system. The review is expected to focus on priority areas such as curriculum development, technical and vocational training, information and communication technology (ICT) in education, teacher training as well as school-based assessment and examination.
The Secretary-General of the Education Ministry, Datuk Dr Rosli Mohamed said the review was initiated to ensure that every Malaysian could realise their potentials, as well as preparing future work force with the required skill set in line with various government transformation programmes to achieve a developed and high income economy by 2020.
"The objective of the review is to evaluate the policies, strategies and achievements of the Malaysian education system. The review is expected to focus on priority areas such as curriculum development, technical and vocational training, information and communication technology (ICT) in education, teacher training as well as school-based assessment and examination.
Multimedia University (MMU) Career Fair 2012
Looking forward to start your career? Worry no more. Next year MMU Career Fair 2012 is an event in MMU organised by University Peer Group to give opportunity for graduates and soon-to-be graduated.
This event aim is to enhance our graduates and final year students employment chances as well as for students to learn more about the ever changing job market, resume writing and grooming tips.
If you are interested to attend this career fair organized by MMU, the following are the details of this event.
Date : 4th January 2012 – 5th January 2012
Time : 9.00am– 5.00pm
Venue : Grand Hall, Multimedia University Cyberjaya
This event would be a good chance for our students to find more career opportunities. It is also serves as a platform for participating companies to find and recruit bright students of Multimedia University to join their respective workforce.
This event aim is to enhance our graduates and final year students employment chances as well as for students to learn more about the ever changing job market, resume writing and grooming tips.
If you are interested to attend this career fair organized by MMU, the following are the details of this event.
Date : 4th January 2012 – 5th January 2012
Time : 9.00am– 5.00pm
Venue : Grand Hall, Multimedia University Cyberjaya
This event would be a good chance for our students to find more career opportunities. It is also serves as a platform for participating companies to find and recruit bright students of Multimedia University to join their respective workforce.
CPA Australia Career Expo 2012
The details of CPA Australia Career fair is as follows;
Date: 21st April 2012
Time: 09.00am - 6.30pm
Venue: Hall 4, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
Organizer: CPA Australia
Entrance Fee: FREE
This is a great opportunity for you. See you there
Education UK Exhibition:Overseas Scholarship for Malaysian
There are many overseas scholarships available for Malaysian. Education UK 2011, 2 days education exhibition this coming Saturday and Sunday at KLCC. Visit them at the Education UK 2011 exhibition, 19 - 20 November 2011 at KLCC to check out scholarships offered by UK institutions:
Bangor University
* International scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate studies, up to £2,000 reduction in tution fees
* Gold & Silver scholarship from £1,500 - £5,000 for postgraduate studies by the faculty of Psychology (open to undergraduate as well), Business, Natural Sciences, Education, Law, Sports Science, Health Science and Social Science
University of Bath
* Engineering Undergraduate scholarships, £1,000 - £2,000
Cardiff University
* International scholarships (£1,000 - £5,000) for undergraduate studies by the faculty of Engineering,Law, Psychology, Business, Pharmacy and Maths
University of Chester
* Business School postgraduate scholarship, £1,000
Heriot-Watt University
* SBE Spring Scholarship by the School of the Built Environment (10% fee discount)
* Overseas Scholarship Scheme & Malaysia Scholarship Programme by the School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences (UG:15% fee discount & limited number of Malaysia scholarships of 25% fee discount; PG:15% fee abatement)
* Overseas Scholarship Scheme by the School of Engineering & Physical Sciences, School of Life Sciences and
* School of Management & Languages
* Scot Scholarship (undergraduate) and Bronze Scholarship, Silver Scholarship & Premier Scholarship
* (postgraduate) by the School of Textiles & Design (up to 40% fee discount)
University of Portsmouth
* MBA Scholarship by Portsmouth Business School (£4,275)
* Malaysian-Portsmouth Scholarship for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies (£1,000 - £1,710)
Bangor University
* International scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate studies, up to £2,000 reduction in tution fees
* Gold & Silver scholarship from £1,500 - £5,000 for postgraduate studies by the faculty of Psychology (open to undergraduate as well), Business, Natural Sciences, Education, Law, Sports Science, Health Science and Social Science
University of Bath
* Engineering Undergraduate scholarships, £1,000 - £2,000
Cardiff University
* International scholarships (£1,000 - £5,000) for undergraduate studies by the faculty of Engineering,Law, Psychology, Business, Pharmacy and Maths
University of Chester
* Business School postgraduate scholarship, £1,000
Heriot-Watt University
* SBE Spring Scholarship by the School of the Built Environment (10% fee discount)
* Overseas Scholarship Scheme & Malaysia Scholarship Programme by the School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences (UG:15% fee discount & limited number of Malaysia scholarships of 25% fee discount; PG:15% fee abatement)
* Overseas Scholarship Scheme by the School of Engineering & Physical Sciences, School of Life Sciences and
* School of Management & Languages
* Scot Scholarship (undergraduate) and Bronze Scholarship, Silver Scholarship & Premier Scholarship
* (postgraduate) by the School of Textiles & Design (up to 40% fee discount)
University of Portsmouth
* MBA Scholarship by Portsmouth Business School (£4,275)
* Malaysian-Portsmouth Scholarship for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies (£1,000 - £1,710)
SOCSO Education Loan
SOCSO is offering educational loans, amounting to as much as RM100,000, to children of members who are in receipt of monthly invalidity pensions. Since1997, Socso has given out as much as RM94mil in loans to dependents of Socso contributors who qualifed for the study loan.
Scholarship Criteria
* Applicants can also be children of contributors who died while in employment because of injuries, or died before reaching their 55th year.
* The applicants must be below 21 years of age
* Not married
* Pursuing degree, diploma or certificate courses recognised by the Education Ministry.
Programme of Study
Any degree, diploma or certificate courses recognised by the Education Ministry.
Scholarship Package
Provision of loans depends on field of study undertaken and in accordance with the practice of the Public Service Department, Malaysia as follows: -The actual tuition fees include: -
Best UPSR results in 4 years
Director-General of Education Datuk Seri Abdul Ghafar Mahmud, in announcing the analysis of the 2011 UPSR results, said 55.45 per cent of the candidates obtained at least Grade C this year, up from the 54.38 per cent last year.
A total of 46,012 of this year's 485,160 candidates scored straight A's, he said, adding that this was a 0.54 per cent drop to 9.48 per cent from the 10.02 per cent last year.
"This year, the overall achievement of the 2011 UPSR candidates has improved and is the best in four years in accordance with the National Average Grade," he told a news conference at the Education Ministry here.
Plantation Schools Offer Hope for Malaysia's Stateless Children
For these youngsters, going to school is a joy.
“Before they came here, they had no schooling at all. They actually started here. So, this is their first experience to school,” said Torben Venning, the Project Director for Borneo Humana Child Aid Society, a non-governmental organization that provides education for underprivileged children. The school at the Cepat Wawasan plantation, is one of 120 learning centers the group runs for more than 10,000 children.
He says about 50 students were enrolled in the school when it began two years ago. Now, more than twice that number attend.
“All the children you see in the yellow and green here," added Venning. "They are all plantation children. Some from small farms around, some from the company here. Most of them are from Indonesian parents, but, they are considered stateless because they are born in Sabah.”
Stateless
The children are stateless. Because they have no birth certificates or other documents to prove their nationality, they live in a legal limbo. Without documents, they cannot access government services, including education. Venning says this becomes a huge problem for the Plantation children.
“If you do not provide an education for them, there is absolutely no doubt that the majority will go with their parents into the field and become child laborers from the age of 9, 10 years," he said. "So, it is about education first of all. At the same time it is also keeping them away from child labor.”
Reach Oxford Scholarship for developing countries at University of Oxford
Reach Oxford Scholarship for developing countries at University of Oxford is now available. Check out the latest information about getting your undergraduate degree in University of Oxford now.
The Scholarship is only for Undergraduate Students from Developing Countries at University of Oxford,UK
Scholarship Criteria
* Fee status
* Overseas Level of study
* Undergraduate Year of study
* New students Subject: All subjects except medicine College -To be confirmed
* Other criteria: -This scheme is only suitable for candidates of the highest academic ability who have outstanding examination results. However, financial need and social commitment are also major criteria for selection.
Field of Study
All subject except medicine
How to apply
Students should note they must apply for admission to the University before they can be considered for a Reach Oxford Scholarship. The University is unable to accept any scholarship applications from students who have not been offered a place at Oxford. The University is not responsible for the content of external sites advertising the scheme and would encourage applicants to read the following details to check their eligiblity. A number of Reach Oxford scholarships formerlyOxfordStudentScholarships are offered to students from low income countries who, for political or financial reasons, or because suitable educational facilities do not exist, cannot study for a degree in their own countries.
The Scholarship is only for Undergraduate Students from Developing Countries at University of Oxford,UK
Scholarship Criteria
* Fee status
* Overseas Level of study
* Undergraduate Year of study
* New students Subject: All subjects except medicine College -To be confirmed
* Other criteria: -This scheme is only suitable for candidates of the highest academic ability who have outstanding examination results. However, financial need and social commitment are also major criteria for selection.
Field of Study
All subject except medicine
How to apply
Students should note they must apply for admission to the University before they can be considered for a Reach Oxford Scholarship. The University is unable to accept any scholarship applications from students who have not been offered a place at Oxford. The University is not responsible for the content of external sites advertising the scheme and would encourage applicants to read the following details to check their eligiblity. A number of Reach Oxford scholarships formerlyOxfordStudentScholarships are offered to students from low income countries who, for political or financial reasons, or because suitable educational facilities do not exist, cannot study for a degree in their own countries.
Monash University Malaysia honours Aspirations Education
Aspirations Education (AE) an international career guidance and student placement service centre in Sri Lanka was presented with the top performer’s appreciation award by Monash University at a ceremony held in Malaysia.
The award was received by AE Chairman Ajith Abeysekera – amongst a large gathering recently.
AE has worked very closely with Monash University Australia and Malaysia for the past seven years and has built up an excellent working relationship. Monash University Malaysia offers courses from faculties of Business, Engineering, Medicine, Bio Science, Health Science, Arts and Social Science. It is also a diverse and multi cultural environment with more than 3300 students from 47 countries including Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka Singapore and Korea. Sri Lanka represents the second highest International Students Community at Monash University Sunway Campus. Commenting about the achievement, Abeysekera said, “Aspirations Education has been working closely with Monash University for the past seven years and have assisted over 200 students to pursue their higher education through Monash University. He further added, “In life when choice of higher education becomes a critical decision, it is pivotal for the parents and students to obtain guidance and expertise available through a well experienced staff in making the life changing decision. We at Aspirations have been able to guide a many to realise their aspirations true to our promise.”
AE is a streamlined agent of Australian High Commission. Further AE registered in the UCAS customer database and is permitted to process the application via UCAS. The centre has been trained and certified as a Singapore Education Specialist by Government owned Singapore Education.
The award was received by AE Chairman Ajith Abeysekera – amongst a large gathering recently.
AE has worked very closely with Monash University Australia and Malaysia for the past seven years and has built up an excellent working relationship. Monash University Malaysia offers courses from faculties of Business, Engineering, Medicine, Bio Science, Health Science, Arts and Social Science. It is also a diverse and multi cultural environment with more than 3300 students from 47 countries including Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka Singapore and Korea. Sri Lanka represents the second highest International Students Community at Monash University Sunway Campus. Commenting about the achievement, Abeysekera said, “Aspirations Education has been working closely with Monash University for the past seven years and have assisted over 200 students to pursue their higher education through Monash University. He further added, “In life when choice of higher education becomes a critical decision, it is pivotal for the parents and students to obtain guidance and expertise available through a well experienced staff in making the life changing decision. We at Aspirations have been able to guide a many to realise their aspirations true to our promise.”
AE is a streamlined agent of Australian High Commission. Further AE registered in the UCAS customer database and is permitted to process the application via UCAS. The centre has been trained and certified as a Singapore Education Specialist by Government owned Singapore Education.
The Budget 2012 and Its Focus on Education
Under the present administration, our Prime Minister leads with the guiding philosophy of 1Malaysia "People's First, Performance Now". This was followed by the implementation of the Government Transformation Programme (GTP) with seven National Key Result Areas (NKRAs), the Economic Transformation Programme (ETP) with 12 National Key Economic Areas (NKEAs) and the New Economic Model with eight Strategic Reform Initiatives (SRIs). More recently, the Political Transformation Programme was introduced to enable major changes in legislation that will allow Malaysia to become a modern, progressive and a functional democracy. To complement this, the Government will introduce several other transformation programmes. All these will culminate into the National Transformation Policy or DTN, effective from 2011-2020.
In line with these transformation programmes, the highlights of the Budget 2012 themed "National Transformation Policy: Welfare for the Rakyat, Well-Being of the Nation" as tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak in Parliament on 7 October 2011 are that our FDI growth last year was the strongest in Asia and in the first 6 months of this year have already reached RM21.2 billion. It was also stated that GDP in the first 6 months of 2011 was 4.4%, driven by strong domestic consumption. In 2011, the economy is forecast to grow by 5-5.5%.
In 2012, private investment is forecast to climb 15.9%, supported by foreign and domestic investment. Also, the service sector is expected to grow 6.5%, the construction sector 7% and Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is forecast to be between 5 and 6%.
Overall, RM232.8 billion will be allocated to implement all government development plans, focusing on the well-being of the rakyat, with RM181.6 billion for
In line with these transformation programmes, the highlights of the Budget 2012 themed "National Transformation Policy: Welfare for the Rakyat, Well-Being of the Nation" as tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak in Parliament on 7 October 2011 are that our FDI growth last year was the strongest in Asia and in the first 6 months of this year have already reached RM21.2 billion. It was also stated that GDP in the first 6 months of 2011 was 4.4%, driven by strong domestic consumption. In 2011, the economy is forecast to grow by 5-5.5%.
In 2012, private investment is forecast to climb 15.9%, supported by foreign and domestic investment. Also, the service sector is expected to grow 6.5%, the construction sector 7% and Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is forecast to be between 5 and 6%.
Overall, RM232.8 billion will be allocated to implement all government development plans, focusing on the well-being of the rakyat, with RM181.6 billion for
Canada eyes more Malaysian students
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Canadian High Commissioner to Malaysia Randolph Mank said many Canadian universities were focusing on the Malaysian market to regain lost ground.
Officials from 29 Canadian universities visited the country this year to pump up interest, he added.
“The impact is already showing and we expect about 800 Malaysian students to travel to Canada this year for a variety of courses.
“There are many advantages with Canada's average tuition fee for undergraduate students being lower than the United States, Australia and Britain, which means that students get better value for their money,” he told The Star.
More than 70,000 Malaysians have graduated from Canadian educational institutions but the numbers have dwindled over the years.
There are about 1,500 Malaysians students enrolled in Canadian universities.
Malaysia Chevening Cambridge Scholarship at University of Cambridge, UK
Thinking about doing your master degree this scholarship is available for you. Malaysia Chevening Cambridge Scholarship is now open. Read on for more information about this scholarship.
The British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur and the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust offers Malaysia Chevening Cambridge Scholarship for Malaysian citizens at University of Cambridge, UK
Study Subject(s)
Climate change ,Sustainable development, Rule of law , Human rights, Conflict prevention/resolution ,Foreign & security policy, Good governance ,Counter-terrorism, Migration issues, Business & Islamic finance
Course Level: Master’s
Scholarship Provider
The British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur and the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:
Only Malaysian citizens are eligible for the scholarship. The award is targeted at students who meet the Chevening criteria of academic excellence, high motivation and potential leadership qualities, and who can fulfil the rigorous admission criteria of the University of Cambridge.
The British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur and the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust offers Malaysia Chevening Cambridge Scholarship for Malaysian citizens at University of Cambridge, UK
Study Subject(s)
Climate change ,Sustainable development, Rule of law , Human rights, Conflict prevention/resolution ,Foreign & security policy, Good governance ,Counter-terrorism, Migration issues, Business & Islamic finance
Course Level: Master’s
Scholarship Provider
The British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur and the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:
Only Malaysian citizens are eligible for the scholarship. The award is targeted at students who meet the Chevening criteria of academic excellence, high motivation and potential leadership qualities, and who can fulfil the rigorous admission criteria of the University of Cambridge.
468,808 Students Sit For SPM Examination 2011
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- A total of 468,808 students are sitting for Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination beginning Monday until Dec 14 at 3,533 examination centres nationwide.
In Kelantan, the number of students sitting for the examination in the state declined by 404 candidates from last year, bringing the total to 36,333.
Kelantan Education Department director Hussain Awang said, of the total, 28, 087 candidates were from government schools, 4,945 were from Kelantan Islamic Foundation (YIK) religious schools, 650 were from Mara Junior Science Colleges (MRSM) and 110 were private candidates.
"All of government school candidates are sitting for the examination at 282 examination centres statewide, not including 50 examination centres provided for the YIK candidates and four centres in MRSM," he told Bernama here.
In Pahang, State Education Department director Yahya Zainal Abidin said 22,490 candidates were sitting for the examination, 23 of whom were students with special needs and seeing disabilities.
In Kelantan, the number of students sitting for the examination in the state declined by 404 candidates from last year, bringing the total to 36,333.
Kelantan Education Department director Hussain Awang said, of the total, 28, 087 candidates were from government schools, 4,945 were from Kelantan Islamic Foundation (YIK) religious schools, 650 were from Mara Junior Science Colleges (MRSM) and 110 were private candidates.
"All of government school candidates are sitting for the examination at 282 examination centres statewide, not including 50 examination centres provided for the YIK candidates and four centres in MRSM," he told Bernama here.
In Pahang, State Education Department director Yahya Zainal Abidin said 22,490 candidates were sitting for the examination, 23 of whom were students with special needs and seeing disabilities.
Taylor's University National Scholarship
Taylor's University National Scholarship is now open for undergraduate degree. At the time of publication of this news we are still waiting for reply from them whether this scholarship is also available for online distance learning education degree. If you are thinking of joining Taylor University, this is a good opportunity for you. Read on for the details of this scholarship.
Categories: Scholarship
Sponsored By: Taylor's University
Detailed Description:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
SPM level (Based on school forecast/trial examination results):
6As (A+ & A only) for Foundation in Natural and Built Environments Programme
6As (A+, A & A-) for Business, Communication, Computing, Design and Science Foundation Programmes
7As (A+ & A only) for American Degree Transfer Program
Categories: Scholarship
Sponsored By: Taylor's University
Detailed Description:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
SPM level (Based on school forecast/trial examination results):
6As (A+ & A only) for Foundation in Natural and Built Environments Programme
6As (A+, A & A-) for Business, Communication, Computing, Design and Science Foundation Programmes
7As (A+ & A only) for American Degree Transfer Program
MyQuest ranks 210 colleges
PUTRAJAYA: Over 60% of private colleges in Malaysia have been ranked as satisfactory according to the first Malaysia Quality Evaluation System (MyQuest) with a score of four stars and above.
Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said that from a total of 403 colleges, 232 were qualified to be audited based on the criteria set by the ministry but only 210 agreed to be audited.
“The purpose of MyQuest is to categorise the colleges which are excellent, good, or weak, and prepare suitable approaches to help the weaker ones with their issues and challenges,” he told a press conference after the ministry's Integrity Day 2011 celebration yesterday.
Of all the colleges, only three institutions Penang Medical College, Segi College Subang Jaya and Taylor's College Subang Jaya were awarded the maximum of six stars.
Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said that from a total of 403 colleges, 232 were qualified to be audited based on the criteria set by the ministry but only 210 agreed to be audited.
“The purpose of MyQuest is to categorise the colleges which are excellent, good, or weak, and prepare suitable approaches to help the weaker ones with their issues and challenges,” he told a press conference after the ministry's Integrity Day 2011 celebration yesterday.
Of all the colleges, only three institutions Penang Medical College, Segi College Subang Jaya and Taylor's College Subang Jaya were awarded the maximum of six stars.
Government to stop PTPTN Student Loans by 2013?
No move yet to stop 'loans for expenses': Malaysia
By Punitha Kumar and Roy See Wei Zhi, New Straits Times, Tuesday, Nov 08, 2011
KUALA LUMPUR - The government has the final say on whether the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) will stop giving out student expenses loans by 2013.
Corporation chairman Datuk Ismail Mohamed Said said yesterday it was only a proposal and had not been finalized.
Student Expenses loans are separate from study loans and are granted to help students cover daily costs such as food, accommodation, books and transport.
"The final decision will be made by the government but study loans will continue as usual."
The corporation had cited an ever-increasing burden caused by loan defaulters as the reason for making the proposal.
Meanwhile, several quarters hit out at loan defaulters for forcing PTPTN to propose the move.
Malaysian Youth Council president Maliki Rapiee said loan defaulters should pay up
By Punitha Kumar and Roy See Wei Zhi, New Straits Times, Tuesday, Nov 08, 2011
KUALA LUMPUR - The government has the final say on whether the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) will stop giving out student expenses loans by 2013.
Corporation chairman Datuk Ismail Mohamed Said said yesterday it was only a proposal and had not been finalized.
Student Expenses loans are separate from study loans and are granted to help students cover daily costs such as food, accommodation, books and transport.
"The final decision will be made by the government but study loans will continue as usual."
The corporation had cited an ever-increasing burden caused by loan defaulters as the reason for making the proposal.
Meanwhile, several quarters hit out at loan defaulters for forcing PTPTN to propose the move.
Malaysian Youth Council president Maliki Rapiee said loan defaulters should pay up
Agrobank Insani Educational Loan
If you are looking for education loan, Agrobank Insani Educational Loan is available. Just visit Agrobank branches near your area.
Type: Loan (student loan)
Preferred discipline: Any courses from certificate to degree level at educational institutions locally or overseas.
Amount
Up to RM 100,000. For more information on loan details and eligibility please click here.
How to apply: Visit any Agrobank branches to apply
Contact Info
Any Agrobank branches or
Call: 603-26142724
email: customer@agrobank.com.my
Deadline: Ongoing
Type: Loan (student loan)
Preferred discipline: Any courses from certificate to degree level at educational institutions locally or overseas.
Amount
Up to RM 100,000. For more information on loan details and eligibility please click here.
How to apply: Visit any Agrobank branches to apply
Contact Info
Any Agrobank branches or
Call: 603-26142724
email: customer@agrobank.com.my
Deadline: Ongoing
Commonwealth Scholarships – United Kingdom Awards
Commonwealth Scholarship - United Kingdom Awards 2012 is now open. At the time of publication of this scholarship, we are not sure whether this scholarship is also open to those who are taking university degrees online and distance learning programs. We will keep you posted if we got some news about it. Interested candidates please read on for further information about this scholarship awards.
Introduction
Since their inception in 1959, some 26,500 individuals have benefited from the award of Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships to pursue advanced academic study in other Commonwealth countries. About two thirds of awards have been tenable in the United Kingdom. The vast majority of award holders have returned to make a significant contribution to their home countries, in many cases at the highest level, making the award scheme one of the largest and most prestigious in the world.
This prospectus describes the Commonwealth Scholarships offered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom for citizens of other Commonwealth countries in 2012-2013. Separate programmes and prospectuses exist for the scholarships offered by distance learning and on a shared funding basis, and for short mid-career fellowships, both academic and professional, offered.
Introduction
Since their inception in 1959, some 26,500 individuals have benefited from the award of Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships to pursue advanced academic study in other Commonwealth countries. About two thirds of awards have been tenable in the United Kingdom. The vast majority of award holders have returned to make a significant contribution to their home countries, in many cases at the highest level, making the award scheme one of the largest and most prestigious in the world.
This prospectus describes the Commonwealth Scholarships offered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom for citizens of other Commonwealth countries in 2012-2013. Separate programmes and prospectuses exist for the scholarships offered by distance learning and on a shared funding basis, and for short mid-career fellowships, both academic and professional, offered.
In-service teacher training centre proposed
KUCHING: The Sarawak Bumiputra Teachers Union (KGBS) wants the Education Ministry to set up an in-service teacher training centre in the state. This is not where you can get your teaching degree but more on giving you an additional teaching knowledge to improve teachers skills in teaching.
Its president Ahmad Malie said this would help to meet the training needs of teachers in the state. Those who already have their teaching degree may join this programs. This is yet to be confirmed since this is still under proposal stage.
“Several such centres have already been set up in Peninsular Malaysia. Having one in Sarawak will be a good step by the Education Ministry to raise the professionalism of teachers serving in
Its president Ahmad Malie said this would help to meet the training needs of teachers in the state. Those who already have their teaching degree may join this programs. This is yet to be confirmed since this is still under proposal stage.
“Several such centres have already been set up in Peninsular Malaysia. Having one in Sarawak will be a good step by the Education Ministry to raise the professionalism of teachers serving in
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