Comparing our free tertiary education to global models
By Dr Voon Mung Ling It is well-publicised that the Sarawak Government is working towards providing free tertiary education to all eligible Sarawakian students in state-owned universities and institutes of higher learning by the year 2026. This is welcoming news particularly to middle and lower-income households in the face of increased living costs and economic […]
It will be a sustainable model
KUCHING: The free tertiary-level education policy that will be implemented in 2026 will not affect other development efforts by the state government or cause an increase in taxes. “No, we are not going to cut other development projects or increase taxes just to make this policy sustainable. “We already know that by 2030, our gross […]
OUCCI lauds emphasis on technical and financial courses in free tertiary education
KUCHING: The Orang Ulu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OUCCI) has praised Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s recent commitment to prioritise technical and financial courses in the forthcoming free tertiary education. Describing this prioritisation as a ‘master stroke,’ OUCCI chairman Datuk Mutang Tagal hailed the move as a brilliant strategy given […]
Free tertiary education for 25,000 students from 2026
SIBU: The state government will provide free tertiary education to over 25,000 prospective students in all state-owned universities and higher learning institutions starting from 2026. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg made the announcement at the 8th convocation of University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) here on Sunday. He said recognising the transformative […]
Free education should include technical institutions
KUCHING: As Sarawak is expected to grow from strength to strength fiscally coupled with prudent management of its wealth, it is definitely able to provide free tertiary education to eligible Sarawakians by 2026. President of Association of the Boards of Management of Aided Chinese Primary Schools in Kuching, Samarahan and Serian Datuk Jonathan Chai said […]
Explore Swinburne Sarawak’s mid-year intake at its open day this Saturday
KUCHING: Students who are ready to kickstart their tertiary education should visit Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus’ upcoming open on Saturday (Aug 19) to explore the university’s September intake. They will also get the opportunity to listen to talks on financial assistance delivered by Yayasan Sarawak, including the BP40 Bursary Scheme. The event will […]
Envoy: Do more to attract students from Maldives
KUALA LUMPUR: As students from Maldives have shown interest in pursuing primary to tertiary education in Malaysia, the education sector in Malaysia should do more to entice them, said the new Malaysian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka and Maldives Badli Hisham Adam. “To leverage on this increasing interest, Malaysia, through the High Commission in Colombo […]
MP hands over education assistance funds
KUCHING: Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii handed over tertiary education assistance funds to 29 students under his constituency. In a Facebook post, Dr Yii said Bandar Kuching Service Centre had distributed funds to 64 students under his constituency as of yesterday, and each received RM1,500. “This education fund is given once a year with […]
Good choice for tertiary education
KUCHING: Politeknik Kuching Sarawak (PKS) has conducted an Orientation Week for the admission of new students for the 2022/2023 session. New Sarawak Tribune spoke to several students to gain their perspective on entering PKS and their expectation of studying in the institution. Here are some of their thoughts on the subject. DENNOVAN CHRIST, 18 Petrochemical […]
STU: Free tertiary education bodes well for underprivileged students
KUCHING: Sarawak Teachers Union (STU) has always dreamt of the day when tertiary education is free for Sarawakians. STU president Adam Prakash Abdullah said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s proposal was welcoming news indeed. “If it comes true, students can focus on their studies and no longer worry about fees. “It […]
