Preparatory Program to step into Undergraduate Studies for Foundation in Science and Technology Students

A preparatory program to guide Foundation in Science and Technology students before entering undergraduate studies was held on February 1, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Block Z in Kampus Paya Besar, UMPSA. The objective of the program was to provide a platform for students to get direct information about programs offered by UMPSA, especially the premium dual degree programme.

The program, attended by a total of 36 foundation students, was officiated by the Dean of the Centre for Mathematical Sciences, Prof. Dr. Mohd Zuki bin Salleh. Ten speakers were invited from all faculties in UMPSA to deliver information about the undergraduate programs offered by their faculties. The speakers were Dr. Hamirahanim Abdul Rahman from the Faculty of Industrial Management, Ir. Dr. Juliawati Alias from the Faculty of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering Technology, Dr. Adam Shariff Adli Aminuddin from the Centre for Mathematical Sciences, Dr. Mohd. Jamil Mohamed Mokhtarudin from the Faculty of Manufacturing and Mechatronic Engineering Technology, Ts. Dr. Mohd Izham Mohd Jaya from the Faculty of Computing, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sunarti Abdul Rahman from the Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering Technology, and Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Saifful Kamaluddin Muzakir @ Lokman from the Faculty of Sciences and Industrial Technology. Meanwhile, the Faculty of Civil Engineering Technology was represented by three lecturers: Ts. Dr. Nurul Nadrah Aqilah Tukimat, Dr. Noor Intan Shafinas Muhammad and Ts. Dr. Nur Farhayu Ariffin.

Students were introduced to the programmes offered by each faculty, especially the dual degree programme that provide opportunities to study in Germany and China. Most importantly, students were exposed to career opportunities awaiting them after graduation, based on alumni experiences. This will allow students to make informed decisions about their future education and career paths.

At the end of the program, students provided feedback that they now had a better idea of potential career paths and programs to pursue for their undergraduate studies. Overall, the program aims to guide foundation students towards choosing the best undergraduate programme for their talents and interests. By providing the right information at this pivotal decision point, we hope to set students up for success in their future university studies and careers.