THE STAR, THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2021 EDUCATION GUIDE

DESPITE the global pandemic, the career prospects for accounting professionals remain positive. Not only is there a perennial shortage A partnership for success of qualified accountants in , those with globally recognised qualifications have many opportunities to work outside of Malaysia, particularly in financial hubs such as in Singapore and the UK.

Fast track with Henley-ICAEW Programme (HIP) The journey to becoming a chartered accountant involves more than just completing a degree in accountancy. After graduation, students must also pass additional professional examinations and acquire relevant post-study work experience. The HIP is a partnership between Henley Business School Malaysia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), one of the industry’s most respected profes- sional bodies. Designed as an integrated, Henley Business career-focused programme, HIP School is located offers students a fast track to at the University of chartered accountancy which Reading Malaysia’s can normally be achieved within state-of-the-art three to four years after students campus in EduCity graduate. Iskandar. One of the key benefits of ICAEW is the global recognition of its ACA qualification – ICAEW has reciprocal memberships with pro- fessional bodies in countries such as Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Canada.

Renowned Henley Business School Established in 1945, Henley Business School at the University of Reading has a long-established reputation as one of the UK’s premier business schools. Recipients of the ICAEW Book Prize for 2021 graduating students. Henley is ranked in the Top 10 of UK Business Schools according degree from Henley Business work in a professional setting at a 2021 Student Placement Award Winners with prizes sponsored by EY. to the Financial Times European School, but also receive the ICAEW major firm, so it gives them a real Business School Rankings 2020, Certificate in Finance, Accounting taste of what the industry is about. digital learning tools including the train ride from London. and is also among the 100 or so and Business (CFAB) and are able “They not only get to apply what Blackboard Learning Management elite business schools in the world to use the Business and Finance they learn in the classroom, they System, Blackboard Collaborate, Admissions with triple-crown accreditation Professional (BFP) designation also develop the soft skills that Microsoft Teams and round-the- The entry points for new from *AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS in after their name. companies are seeking but often clock access to the university’s digi- students are in April, July and recognition of the quality of its Students can claim up to a maxi- missing from fresh graduates,” he tal library, which are the same set September each year. teaching and research (*AACSB – mum of 8 Credit for Prior Learning said. of robust digital tools used by stu- Those with A-levels, STPM, UEC Association to Advance Collegiate (CPL) or paper exemptions from dents on the Reading UK campus. and equivalent qualifications can Schools of Business, AMBA – ICAEW, as well as a waiver of High-quality learning experience Learning materials such as apply for direct admission to the Association of MBAs, and EQUIS – about £850 (RM4,845) in exemption Students can be reassured they screencasts and presentations are HIP programme. European Foundation for and registration fees. will receive an excellent learning available, supported by live virtual SPM, IGCSE and equivalent hold- Management Development [EFMD] experience. sessions with academic staff. ers can enrol onto the university’s Quality Improvement System). 12-month industry work 75% of Henley’s academics in 12-month International Foundation Students in Malaysia have the placement Malaysia are PhD-qualified and Study UK option Programme (IFP) which, upon opportunity to study with Henley HIP students undergo a full many have further industry and Students can take advantage of successful progression, guarantees Business School at the University of year work placement in Year 3 professional certifications. the flexible options which allow them a place on the HIP Reading’s international branch where they have an opportunity Henley’s approach to teaching them to spend one or even two programme in Malaysia. campus located at EduCity, to acquire valuable work experi- and learning ensures students years at Henley Business School in For eligible students studying in Iskandar Johor. ence. Students are normally not only acquire the technical the UK. Malaysia, the High Achievers Students get the best of both placed in established firms knowledge they need, but also the The option may appeal to par- Scholarship is valued at up to worlds – they receive the same such as EY, KPMG, PWC, Deloitte, ability to think critically and solve ents who wish to send their chil- RM33,840, or the equivalent of prestigious degree but pay only Grant Thornton, BDO and other problems. dren to study in the UK but are a 30% discount for the entire 40% of the overall estimated costs ICAEW Authorised Training Another benefit of studying at concerned about travel restrictions duration of study (subject to versus studying on the Henley UK Employers (ATE). Henley Business School in Malaysia and health and safety in the terms and conditions). campus, taking into account uni- Students are not only able to put is the low student to staff ratio. current pandemic situation. versity fees and living expenses. into practice what they learn in the Class sizes are typically no larger ■ For details, visit www.reading. The modern, state-of-the-art classroom, but develop valuable than 35, which allows students to The Henley Business School is edu.my/henley or follow them on campus provides students with workplace skills such as business receive a more personalised learn- located on the university’s main Facebook at https://www.facebook. excellent facilities that include communication, time management ing experience and benefit from a campus in Reading UK, which is set com/universityofreadingmalaysia or IT-enabled classrooms, PC labs, and client interaction. high degree of interaction between in 130ha of beautiful parkland and Instagram https://www.instagram. social areas and a spacious Prof Wing Lam, Provost at students and academic staff. has won the Green Flag award com/uniofreadingmalaysia/ Learning Resource Centre (LRC) University of Reading Malaysia, In addition to the academic staff nine times in a row, making it one For consultation or to arrange a with breakout rooms. highlighted the key advantages of who are always ready to help, each of the UK’s best green spaces. campus visit, call or WhatsApp HIP’s industry work placement: student is assigned an academic The campus has everything a Joyce 016-721 5400 or Devi at Not one but three qualifications “The HIP programme is one of the tutor to provide support and student could need, including 016-225 4012. You can also email Upon successful completion of very few programmes in Malaysia mentoring where required. sports facilities, health centre, [email protected] or the programme and meeting all the with an integrated 12-month In the current pandemic situa- eateries, a supermarket and visit University of Reading requirements, students on HIP are industry work placement. tion, students are provided with on-campus accommodation. Malaysia, Persiaran Graduan, Kota not only awarded the prestigious “It is often the first time that excellent support for online learn- Furthermore, Reading town is Ilmu, EduCity, 79200 Iskandar BSc Accounting and Finance students have the opportunity to ing and have access to a suite of conveniently only a 25-minute Puteri, Johor, Malaysia. 2 Education Guide THE STAR, THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2021 International setting for medical students

MSU’S involvement in the medical and health sciences areas has led to the initiative towards comple- menting the nation’s need for qual- ified medical personnel in Malaysia and the region. With the MBBS programme being offered at the main campus in and its offshore cam- pus in Bangalore, India, MSU looks set to be a major provider of medi- cal . “There is no difference between the medical curriculum at the main campus and our off-shore campus. However, the campus in Bangalore provides the opportunity for stu- dents to experience an internation- al setting while they pursue the medical programme in MSU,” said The Bangalore campus provides the opportunity for MSU medical MSU International Medical School students to experience an international setting. (IMS) dean, Prof Dr Mohamad Khairuddin Abdul Wahab. Council of India (MCI), Sri Lanka private specialist hospital. The He added, “Our involvement in MSU focuses on producing qualified medical doctors who not only excel Medical Council (SLMC) and medical centre will provide the Indian sub-continent is part academically, but also portray commendable soft skills. Maldives Medical and Dental quality and up-to-date healthcare and parcel of our international Council (MMDC). services to the public, and also effort in branding and promoting medical students is sufficient to holistic, balanced and well-round- Such linkages would acquire offer job opportunities for future Malaysia’s education globally.” prepare them for real-life medical ed medical graduates. programme recognition and create graduates in medical and health Prof Dr Khairuddin, who special- settings,” said Prof Dr Khairuddin. MSU focuses on producing quali- student and staff mobility activities programmes of MSU,” says Prof Dr ises in orthopaedic surgery, is opti- “Becoming a doctor is not just fied medical doctors who not only as well as facilitate research Khairuddin. mistic on the wealth of experience about helping to cure the sick. It is excel academically, but also portray between MSU and its partners. Intakes for the MBBS program- that he brings together with his also about understanding the sick. commendable soft skills through All these are part of MSU’s com- me is in April and October – quali- team of local and international Therefore, doctors must be able to engagement in various personal mitment towards making Malaysia fied students are required to sit for faculty members to put MSU on communicate effectively with enrichment activities and commu- a hub for educational excellence. the Medical Entry Test (MET) at the right course to be among the patients. Effective communication nity service. “Things are looking very positive the MSU campus in Shah Alam to leaders in medical education and is known to help in the healing This is a long-term continuous on MSU’s further involvement determine their aptitude for the medical-related disciplines. process,” he added. effort from MSU towards building in the medical field for the next MBBS programme. Since its pioneer batch of Students at MSU are exposed to quality healthcare providers that few years. The International medical students who graduated various kinds of activities aimed meet the nation’s objectives in Medical School is looking forward ■ Want to be a doctor and qualify in 2012, MSU has contributed to at enriching their learning healthcare services. to be part of this historic develop- to sit for the Medical Entry Test almost 2,000 medical personnel experience. As part of its benchmarking ment. (MET) at MSU? For more details who serve Malaysian healthcare In comparison to other medical initiative, MSU has linked itself “With the opening of the MSU on scholarships and fee waivers, sectors. schools in Malaysia, one of the with several international partner Medical Centre (MSUMC), MSU visit www.msu.edu.my or “We are confident that the train- key features of MSU’s MBBS universities as well as medical has put itself as the first private call 03-5521 6868 or email ing and exposure acquired by the programme is the development of authorities, including the Medical university in Malaysia with its own [email protected] THE STAR, THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2021 Education Guide 3 Solid preparation for new challenges

THE world was forced to adapt to the transition to full online learning is seamless. strong TAR UC’s Foundation programme was unforeseen circumstances brought by the I was also taught to be independent and and its history of producing successful grad- Covid-19 pandemic, and this has changed the pre-prepare myself for lecture sessions uates annually, I figured this would be the landscape of many industries, economies, so that I would never miss out on any place that could help me develop my passion and of course, education. important lessons during online classes. into a career. Now, I can truly say that TAR While many continue to find their feet, “This saves me hours of ineffective studies, UC is the right choice for me,” she added. there are few who have taken this situation which I can channel towards other meaning- TAR UC currently offers six Foundation as an opportunity instead to solidify their ful activities like revision or even exercise to programmes, namely in Arts, Science, foundations in preparation for future chal- keep myself active and alert,” she said. Engineering, Accounting, Business and lenges that will arise from adapting to the The 19-year-old also credited TAR UC’s Computing which are curated to prepare new normal we all have to contend with comprehensive student lifestyle for helping students effectively to transition to their today. her to improve her social skills via club respective bachelor’s degree programmes Teh Wen Jie – who joined Tunku Abdul activities. and any future challenges they may encoun- Rahman University College’s (TAR UC) “Through my involvement as a member of ter in their careers upon graduation. Foundation in Accounting programme last the Economics Society, I have learned the year – is currently a Bachelor of Commerce importance of social skills such as team ■ To find out more about TAR UC’s (Hons) student. planning, negotiation and communication. Foundation programmes or its September The comprehensive lessons she picked up “The experiences also spurred me to 2021 intake, contact the Centre for Pre- from her foundation days prepared her to volunteer for the TEDxTARUC 2019 event University Studies at 011-1075 8537 or take on the new challenges today and turn as a committee member, which taught me email [email protected]. Alternatively, them into opportunities to excel. lessons that cannot be replicated in class,” visit www.tarc.edu.my/cpus “When the pandemic hit, I clearly remem- she said. The September 2021 intake is currently in bered one piece of advice I was given by one It was also her passion for accounting that progress. Prospective students are encour- of my lecturers: ‘Challenges can be opportu- led Teh to TAR UC. aged to apply online at www.tarc.edu.my nities, it all depends on how you view them’. “I have always been fascinated with Attractive scholarships are also available Teh credits the solid preparation from her “Thanks to my foundation studies, I have numbers, so that was the path I pursued at TAR UC on the basis of academic merit foundation days for her seamless transition already adapted to online learning, so the after secondary school. When I heard how and sibling discounts for qualified students. to the full online learning at TAR UC. Coming out on top

The ‘Robo Curtin’ team of Curtin Malaysia.

‘ROBO Curtin’, a team of engi- and former pro vice-, neering students of Curtin president and chief executive University Malaysia (Curtin Prof Emeritus Jim Miencza- Malaysia), did their university kowski for the team’s participa- proud recently by winning the tion in the competition and his first prize in the national-level involvement as its supervisor. RFS Drone Challenge Compe- Dr Sukanta also expressed tition 2020-21 organised by RF gratitude to Faculty of Station Malaysia in partnership Engineering and Science dean with Dassault Systemes, the Professor Tuong Thuy Vu for his Institution of Engineers Malaysia continuous support throughout (IEM), University of Nottingham, the competition. Asia Drone Technical Academy, The team members were Mawea Industries, SG Education hand-picked based on their skill Group and EVOLVE3D. sets and technical competencies Malaysia’s first national-level to produce an innovative and 3D-printed drone competition – robust drone design that met all aimed at developing lightweight the criteria set. quick delivery solutions, allowed They were among the best of university students to go beyond over 100 students who attended textbook knowledge to apply a one-day hands-on drone work- theories learnt in the classroom shop organised by RFS Station at to solve real-world industry- Nottingham University Malaysia focused challenges. in March last year. ‘Robo Curtin’ comprised Leong “It has been an arduous Yi Sheng (project manager), Tee one-year effort, made more Yi Kiat (3D designer), Ting Zhi challenging by the Covid-19 Ming (simulation engineer) and pandemic, but it has been well Lucas Voon Khing Sheng (drone worth it. engineer). “The team’s outstanding Supervising the team was Dr achievement is testimony of the Sukanta Roy, senior lecturer and members’ commitment, techni- Curtin Malaysia’s Faculty of cal knowledge and competen- Engineering and Science cies, as well as the high standard Department of Mechanical of the courses, teaching and Engineering head. facilities at Curtin Malaysia,” Dr Dr Sukanta credited Curtin Sukanta said. Malaysia pro-chancellor Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr George Chan > TURN TO PAGE 4 4 Education Guide THE STAR, THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2021 An enriching educational journey

THE next step after completing SPM is a cru- dabble in various activities, both academic cial moment and Nur Nabila Nasharuddin and non-academic. These activities are fun- opines that it would carve her career and damental for my growth as a medical stu- future. dent and an individual. Nur Nabila, who just completed her “With the support given, I was able to medical degree, shared that she was fortu- make notable achievements in various fields nate to receive a scholarship from Yayasan and was chosen to represent IMU in several Khazanah which was inclusive of a pre-uni- academics-related programmes. versity course and an undergraduate degree. “For these achievements, I was the first She was also given the choice to pick a winner of IMU Sportswoman Award, the university and programme. highest recognition in IMU for co-curricular “Among the different universities that I achievements and I believe that the rapport can choose from, the Foundation in Science and cooperation with colleagues, students Programme (FIS) at International Medical from other healthcare courses and the lec- University (IMU) is the most promising for turers that I fostered during my foundation me as it has a great reputation, has the earli- year are pivotal to all my extracurricular est intake date as compared to other founda- achievements,” she said. tion programmes in Malaysia and caters More recently, she shared that she was directly to the medical curriculum in IMU chosen as the winner for IMU Aflame Award MBBS programme. that was created to honour a graduating stu- “Besides that, I am assured that doing both dent from any one of the IMU programmes my foundation and undergraduate course that aims to emphasise, reinforce and at the same institution would result in a enhance the importance of humane princi- trouble-free journey; I would not have to ples and practices for her contribution in worry about acclimating myself to the new several non-governmental organisations. environment and can focus on the bigger “Looking at my journey introspectively, it issue at hand – the MBBS degree,” she said. Nur Nabila chose the FIS at IMU as it has a great reputation. has been a gratifying one and I hope to soar She added that her transition from high higher in the future,” she said. school to pre-university was turbulent. “I believe that this catalyses my learning difficult to establish, had I not done my IMU’s one-year FIS provides its students an “I quickly found a family that helps me experience in the MBBS programme as I foundation programme in IMU. early start to life as a degree student. breeze through it: friends from the same could familiarise myself with this philosophy “The long hours and packed schedules in Being offered and conducted in the same FIS cohort and my housemates. earlier compared to the other students. FIS are gruelling at first as we have to com- facilities and environment as the degree pro- “I chose to stay under IMU’s accommoda- “The lecturers in the FIS programme are plete the course in the span of 11 months, grammes, FIS students adapt to the facilities tion for my foundation year and was intro- thoughtful, and one of the perks of being in but they turn out to be blessings in disguise and environment at a much earlier stage. duced to four other students who are in their the same institution include the ability to as they helped me to have a better outlook The Foundation in Science at IMU has first year of undergraduate degrees. reach them even after I completed my on time management skill – an important three intakes a year – March, July and “I was able to form a formidable bond course,” she said. ability for my dream undergraduate course, August. with these seniors and my friends from the She shared: “I was able to get my previous MBBS.” Students are encouraged to make an same cohort and they act as safety nets for FIS lecturer, Parkash Mathivanan, as a Apart from that, she shared that she was online application via www.imu.edu.my me,” she said. mentor for a humanitarian module in MBBS an ardent supporter of a balanced lifestyle. IMU’s core teaching philosophy, she said, as my project involves an English education “The myriads of activities in and outside ■ For more information, log on to includes self-directed learning that was outreach to primary school students. of campus and relentless support from www.imu.edu.my or email instilled in FIS’ students. “The connection would otherwise be IMU’s Student Services Hub allow me to [email protected] or call 03-2731 7272. A great honour and achievement

Dr Sukanta with the team at the Drone Workshop organised by RFS Station in March 2020.

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In congratulating Dr Sukanta and the ‘Robo Curtin’ team, pro vice-chancellor, pres- ident and chief executive Professor Simon Leunig said, “We are glad that national and international competitions for engineering students continue to be held during this pandemic and that our students have the opportunity to participate in many of them. “It is of course very heartening when they emerge champions in a national-level com- petition like this.” Prof Vu also applauded the team’s achieve- ment, saying that it is a tremendous honour for all engineering and science students at The lightweight 3D printed drone that Curtin Malaysia. helped the team clinched first place. He added that the Faculty of Engineering and Science always encourages participation maximum payload for the farthest distance in such competitions to give students the among the competitors. chance to connect theories learnt with real- The team walked away with a RM5,000 world applications and work with the latest cash prize and award certificates for placing technologies. This will give them a distinct first. advantage in their future careers and help ensure they are job-ready when they ■ For more details on Curtin Malaysia, visit graduate. curtin.edu.my, or look for Curtin Malaysia on Robo Curtin’s 3D-printed lightweight Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube or drone performed extremely well, carrying a LinkedIn. THE STAR, THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2021 5 6 Education Guide THE STAR, THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2021 Write your own success story

UCSI University’s success stories essentially mindset towards the degree years. stem from students and staff who ensure success is never a one-off event, but a per- Engaging lessons petual effort to outdo the previous one. Over 50% of the lecturers are also trained More specifically, UCSI inculcates relevant by UCSI in Post Graduate Diploma in Tertiary values from the foundation years onwards, Teaching (PGDTT). These lecturers are able allowing individuals to achieve maximum to understand students better and would potential from their early years of study. know ways to keep lessons constantly Aside from truly holding the concept of engaging. providing a wholesome education experi- UCSI University ence and global career prospects, you may Extensive subject selection inculcates relevant ask, “Why choose UCSI?” Foundation programmes consist of elec- values from the tive subjects with choices that are often foundation years Here are nine compelling factors: limited. At UCSI however, there is a total of onwards, allowing Excellent lecturers 24 and 26 electives respectively, for the Arts individuals to Over 70% of UCSI’s lecturers teaching and Science streams. With more options, achieve maximum foundation courses hold PhD qualification, your foundation programme can be custom- potential from their giving students the right guidance and men- ised to ensure you get the best education toring towards achieving a higher level of from the beginning of your university life. early years of study.

The foundation of success exceptional standards. In the past, students who had begun their academic journey at UCSI from foundation One hundred per cent scholarships level have had the opportunity to embark on Students may apply for up to 100% high-impact research programmes during scholarship for those who scored 9A+ in the their degree years at some of the world’s top recent SPM examination. Also, the university universities. This proves that UCSI’s founda- would waive all other tuition fees on case-by- tion programmes are of international stand- case basis for students whose parents are ards in paving the way for students to excel experiencing financial constraint from the academically beyond Malaysian borders. Covid-19 pandemic. UCSI has set aside RM30mil to provide One hundred per cent graduate scholarships and bursaries to excellent stu- employability dents, including those who thrived in sports. In a recent research by the Higher Education Ministry, 99.8% of UCSI’s degree Over 100 programmes programmes attained a 100% employment UCSI constantly revises and revamps its rating. This speaks volumes about UCSI and syllabuses periodically and introduces new illustrates its quality of education. programmes it deems necessary for students to thrive in the workforce. With over 100 Rankings matters programmes, UCSI offers one of the widest UCSI is ranked as one of the world’s top fields of study in arts and science. 350 universities after being ranked 347 in the QS World University Rankings 2022. Peer learning Earlier this year, in the QS World University Another notable initiative at UCSI is the Rankings by Subject 2021, UCSI’s Institute of Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) session where- Music emerged as the world’s top 50 in the by senior students would assist their juniors field of performing arts. in studies. Its Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Also, a mentor-mentee system features a Management was ranked as the world’s top special consultation session with a lecturer 100 for hospitality and leisure management, each week. Faculty of Engineering as the world’s top 150 for petroleum engineering, and Faculty of These are just a microcosm of what UCSI Business and Management as one of the has to offer. If you feel you have what it world’s top 300 business schools in the world takes to succeed, enrol in its foundation in the same exercise. programme to prove yourself right. The university has been steadily rising over the last four years in the QS World ■ For more details, visit www.ucsiuniversity. University Rankings’ exercises – a testament com.my or contact 03-9101 8882 / 011-3592 to its rising global recognition in giving stu- 0893. The university will be hosting its dents reputable academic qualifications of e-Enrolment day from Sept 2 to 24. Rote learning isn’t all bad

WHEN the school system is based on rote learning, it may seems a bit rough that some college students are criticised for being good “Use rote learning to at it. Being able to spout information without learn the basics and understanding it is certainly a problem but being able to learn things by rote isn’t by any then use practical means a waste of time. Learning the alpha- bet by heart means you can look up a dic- examples to build your tionary easily while knowing your multipli- cation tables means you can do simple calcu- value added to get the lations without a calculator. There are plenty of things that are worth best of both worlds.” memorising in college too. The trick is to leverage your parroting so that it forms a foundation that you lay your critical thinking of your production strategy management on. Here are some practical examples of how class. As part of your rote learning, you that works. memorise it is defined as “the right material, 1) You’re studying ethics, and you come at the right time, at the right place, and in across an eight-step system designed to help the exact amount”, that it started in Japan in you make good choices in difficult circum- the 1950s and that it was a big hit with stances. To make the most of the system, Toyota. internalise the steps by writing them down Then you add value by working through and learning them. Then work through three three examples of how you might apply it: examples of difficult ethical decisions. As say if you ran a fast food franchise, a book- you do this, you’ll see some of the opportuni- shop and a hospital. By evaluating the poten- ties and problems the system offers. By add- tial good and bad from the system, you add ing the last step, you add critical thinking to critical thinking. Basically, use rote learning the mix. to learn the basics and then use practical 2) You’re studying business and you focus examples to build your added value to get on the Just-in-Time inventory system as part the best of both worlds. THE STAR, THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2021 Education Guide 7 Thinking about long-term careers Course for creative minds

WHEN you’re choosing a basic degree, you GRAPHIC design could be defined as the art have a career path in mind. When you do and practice of planning, projecting ideas this, are you looking at starting salaries and and experiences via visual and textual con- the first few jobs you take, or are you think- tent. ing about what you think you’ll want when In other terms, the graphic design commu- you’re 30, 40 and 50 years old? nicates certain ideas or messages in a visual Some people have a driving passion that’s way. lifelong. Like a person who adores the law, These visuals could be artistic advertise- will be diving in and out of the theories of ments, eye-grabbing graphics on websites or justice and courts, all their lives and they stunningly arranged layout spreads in maga- will be happy. zines. But supposing you just work to earn a As the most wide-ranging of creative living. disciplines, graphic design is one of the In that case, what do you want to happen fastest-growing sections and is always in to your career if you plan to have kids? Start high demand. up your own business? Or want to retire Realising the potential, MSU College early? through its School of Sciences and When you chose a basic degree, it’s useful Technology (SST) offers a Diploma in Graphic to look way beyond the first few years of Design for students to explore the wonders your life wishes. of developing skills in graphic design crea- The question to ask is not just “what tively and become the new generation of makes me happy now” but “what do I think highly skilled creative innovative workforce will make me happy when I’m older?” in the future. Then ask, “will this degree allow me to do The programme is a comprehensive this? If it doesn’t, how difficult would it be course designed towards providing the for me to retrain?” relevant skills in acquiring knowledge In the past it was common for people to and research and applying them to design have a single career path but nowadays solutions for industry-related projects. many of us have two or even three changes The course offers various subjects that of course. have been chosen thoroughly to prepare As such, many universities offer degrees students to be industry-ready graduates. that have some wriggle room. This includes visual communication, The Diploma in Graphic Design is a comprehensive course which offers various subjects What you need to look at is the types of typography, communication skills, advertis- that have been chosen thoroughly to prepare students to be an industry-ready graduate. specialised units you can take. There may be ing design, and interactive multimedia. an entrepreneur unit in case you want to go Those who complete the course will have mobile apps, software interfaces and website transfer is also available to those who it alone or language unit in case you want to the opportunity to become technical illustra- layouts. choose to pursue a second-year Bachelor travel. tors, layout artists, creative directors, or This two-and-half-year diploma pro- programme at Management and Science Make a list of what you want and ask the graphic designers in numerous commercial gramme requires a pass in Sijil Pelajaran University (MSU) through the Faculty of lecturers, graduates and experienced indus- positions across both print and digital media. Malaysia (SPM) or its equivalent, with three Information Sciences and Engineering try leaders what they think. It also helps to Daily tasks may include or have links to credits in any subject, or an MSU College (FISE). read job ads. areas such as advertising and promotion, art certificate in a relevant field with passes in Explore and use what you find to make direction, branding, corporate identity, all subjects. ■ For details, look out for the advertisement the decisions that suit you best. instructional design, packaging, signage, Upon completion of a diploma, credit in this StarSpecial. 8 Education Guide THE STAR, THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2021 Pharmacists in the pandemic

AMID the pandemic, students at seniors to educate us as on the the make industry,” said the moderator, Year waves by contributing to the com- 2 student Muhammad Aqif Badrul munity, excelling in competitions Hisham. and inspiring with informational Furthermore, the university’s webinars. pharmacy students take it up a According to Health Ministry notch with their competitiveness pharmacy enforcement officer in extracurricular activities – after Issac Danker: “In the fight against winning first place for four consec- Covid-19, pharmacists are advo- utive years, the university scored cates of vaccines and have played a second place this year at the virtual crucial role in ensuring the effica- 14th MyPSA National Pharmacy cy, effectiveness, safety as well as Sports Carnival 2021. distribution of vaccines as their Lau Hui Ong, a fourth year stu- role is not confined behind the dent who bagged a gold medal in a dispensing counter alone.” sports quiz, said, “I am grateful Danker is an alumnus of the uni- that I was able to represent my versity who graduated with the faculty and university. As I had Chancellor’s Award in 2017, the taken the Sports Pharmacy elective highest Academic Award granted course during my previous semes- to a student. He was also formerly Kampung Jenderam Hilir benefited from the Karnival Mesra Ubat 2021 Fourth year student Lau bagged a ter, I was able to understand and the national president for the with the help of the University of Cyberjaya Year 3 Pharmacy students gold medal at the 14th MyPSA answer the questions effectively.” Malaysian Pharmacy Students’ along with Majlis Perbandaran Sepang (MPS), the Malaysian Pharmacy National Pharmacy Sports The university first started out as Association (MyPSA), which repre- Students’ Society (MyPSA), LH Pharmacy and Alpro Pharmacy. Carnival 2021 (NPSC). a healthcare university that offered sents thousands of pharmacy stu- fully accredited programmes dents from various Malaysian of Pharmacy dean Prof Datin Dr handling management. ing telepharmacy consultations, including the fields of Pharmacy, universities. Rosnani Hashim said: “We have “This year, we focused on mini library for the community set Medical, Physiotherapy, Psychology, “Thanks to the university, I had plenty of pharmacy graduates in geriatric care targeted at Kampung up, mural painting, and a virtual Biomedical Engineering, among the opportunity to gain experience Malaysia and the industry is grow- Jenderam Hilir, Dengkil where we Covid-19 immunisation awareness others. in the community and industry ing fast with the increasing need held multiple virtual and physical talk. It is also one of the very few during my internship where I for Covid-19 vaccines but there is events, which included a collabora- Meanwhile, the University of local universities with a Master’s in gained plenty of knowledge in the something that makes our gradu- tion with Alpro Pharmacy and LH Cyberjaya International Society of Clinical Pharmacy and the only field. ates stand out and that’s our Pharmacy. Pharmaceutical Engineering Malaysian university with a Doctor “Upon graduating, I started out emphasis on patient care as well as “Licensed pharmacists as well as Student Chapter aims to shed some of Pharmacy which was developed with a pharmaceutical company. being an all-rounded student.” our student facilitators were at light on the other options they are with academic contributions by the Then, I got the opportunity to join Just before their final year, participants’ houses to review their able to explore as a pharmacy University of Southern California, the Health Ministry where I was University of Cyberjaya’s pharma- medication and provide needful graduate. United States. tasked to monitor the importation cy students would hold a public information where necessary,” said “The webinar which featured and sales of medicine, health prod- health programme, Karnival KaMU 2021 student director Nurul our alumni helped to guide ■ For more information, visit ucts and more, in accordance with Mesra Ubat (KaMU), to educate Akmar. students to choose their pathway cyberjaya.edu.my/pharmacy enforced law and regulations,” he and create awareness in the local Under her direction, KaMU 2021 upon becoming a Provisionally You can also WhatsApp 011-1112 said. community on various aspects took off with multiple hybrid (vir- Registered Pharmacist. 3344 or email inquiry@cyberjaya. University of Cyberjaya Faculty of health, especially in medicine tual and physical) projects includ- “It was a great platform for our edu.my