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Putrajaya Drafting New Legislation to Overhaul University Campus Politics
The government has initiated formal discussions to replace the decades-old Universities and University Colleges Act with new regulatory frameworks.
Over 26,000 New Students Receive RM1,500 PTPTN Advance Payment
The National Higher Education Fund Corporation is distributing early financial aid to help new undergraduates manage rising costs of living as they begin their tertiary studies.
APU Unveils Malaysia’s First NVIDIA-Powered AI Supercomputing Lab for Higher Education
The new facility aims to equip Malaysian graduates with the technical infrastructure required to build and deploy complex AI systems locally.
Higher Education Triple Alliance Debuts With Landmark Philharmonic Collaboration
Taylor’s, Sunway, and Monash join forces for an orchestral performance signaling new cross-institutional integration.
PM Anwar Calls for Academic Freedom to Drive National Intellectual Growth
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysian universities to grant students total liberty to express views and cultivate critical thinking.
PM Anwar Calls for Patience as AUKU Reform Framework Takes Shape
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has requested that university stakeholders remain patient as the government prepares a comprehensive overhaul of student governance laws.
APM Calls for Holistic Higher Education Reform Beyond AUKU Repeal
Academics argue that replacing the Universities and University Colleges Act must spark systemic change to modernize Malaysia’s academic landscape.
MCMC Eyes Nationwide Expansion of Filtered Internet Access to Private Campuses
Following a successful pilot at Selangor mosques, authorities are exploring a broader rollout of restricted internet connectivity to private educational institutions.
IIUM Confirms Departure of Academic Following Roman-Malay Shipbuilding Controversy
The International Islamic University Malaysia has officially severed ties with Solehah Yaacob following public outcry over her claims regarding ancient Roman-Malay maritime history.
Malaysian Students Gain Year-Long Access to Google AI Premium Services
Higher education students can now claim 12 months of Google AI Plus for free, a benefit valued at nearly RM300 as part of a global back-to-school initiative.
Johor Launches RM500 Education Grant to Ease University Transition Costs
New university students in Johor can now apply for a one-off RM500 registration subsidy with expanded income eligibility criteria.
Swinburne Sarawak Joins National Intellectual Property Support Network
The university has become the 27th member of the Technology and Innovation Support Center network to boost local research commercialisation.
Malaysia Moves to Repeal 55-Year-Old Universities and University Colleges Act
The government is set to repeal the longstanding law that has governed campus management since 1971.
G25 Group Advocates for Repeal of Universities and University Colleges Act
The civil society group argues that removing the long-standing act will encourage independent thought among Malaysian university students.
UTM Vice Chancellor Urges Reform Rather Than Simple Repeal of AUKU
The head of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia suggests that current university laws should be viewed as a foundation for systemic transformation.
Universiti Sains Malaysia Rises to Lead ARWU Rankings Nationally
Universiti Sains Malaysia has overtaken other local institutions to secure the top spot in the latest global academic index.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Commits to Full Repeal of AUKU
The government plans to scrap the Universities and University Colleges Act entirely without implementing restrictive replacement legislation.
MQA Calls for Caution and Clear Framework Regarding AUKU Abolition
The Malaysian Qualifications Agency has advised that any move to repeal the Universities and University Colleges Act must be handled with significant deliberation.
Abim Urges Comprehensive Education Reform Following AUKU Repeal
The Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia calls for a robust legal framework to replace the abolished university act.
Prime Minister Announces Plan To Repeal Universities and University Colleges Act
The federal government intends to abolish the long-standing 1971 legislation governing public higher education institutions in Malaysia.
