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Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a leading higher education institution in the field of engineering, science and technology in Malaysia. UTM was established on 14 March 1972 under the name of the Institut Teknologi Kebangsaan which was later renamed Universiti Teknologi Malaysia on April 1, 1975. UTM now has two campuses, the Johor Bahru campus, which serves as the main campus, and a branch campus at Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, Kuala Lumpur.

Since the first convocation in 1972 until now, UTM has produced more than 194203 graduates mainly in the field of engineering and technology. This makes UTM the main contributor of professional and semi-professional workforce to the country until now. UTM continues to uphold academic excellence, in line with its recognition as a Research University since June 2010.

PHILOSOPHY:

• The divine law of Allah is the foundation of knowledge. In line with his will, UTM strives with total commitment to attain excellence in science, technology and engineering for the well-being and prosperity of mankind.

MOTTO:

• In the name of god for mankind.

VISION:

• A premier university providing world-class education and research.

MISSION:

• To develop holistic talents and prosper lives through knowledge and innovative technologies.

ADVANTAGES OF CHOOSING UTM TO BUILD YOUR FUTURE CAREER: 

• At UTM, more than 1800 members of science, engineering and technology who are experts in their respective fields serve as lecturers and are involved in education, research, consulting and publishing. In addition, more than 25000 students from home and abroad are studying in the fields of science, engineering and technology.

• Collaborate in the field of education and research with world-renowned universities including the University of Cambridge, University of Nantes, Harvard University, Ohio State University, University of Bologna, Meiji University and others.

• UTM has implemented a scheme for excellent students who get a CGPA of 4.00 by giving a special incentive of a tuition fee exemption award when registering based on the program offered. This fee exemption will also continue throughout the course of study if the student manages to maintain academic achievement by obtaining a CGPA of 4.00. 

Kolej Matrikulasi Kedah (KMK) is one of the matriculation colleges located 1km from Changlun town, Mukim Temin in Kubang Pasu district. First built in 2001 with an area of 76.8 acres. This college began operating on March 1, 2003. The first session of student intake was on April 5, 2003 with a total of 1360 students.

KMK was once recognized as the second highest ranking among other matriculation colleges based on achievement in the PSPM 1 2014/2015 exam. During PSPM 2 2014/2015, KMK has managed to be the highest ranking which is the first place among all other matriculation colleges.

VISION:

• A leading generator of high-quality bumiputera students for higher education institutions in the fields of science, technology and professional studies.

MISSION:

• To develop the potential of bumiputera students in science, technology and professional fields through quality pre-university education, producing excellent human capital.

OBJECTIVES:

• To develop human capital in line with the National Education Philosophy.

• To produce graduates of the Ministry of Education Malaysia (KPM) Matriculation Program to meet the needs of public higher education institutions in science, technology and professional fields.

• To nurture knowledgeable, creative and competitive graduates from the KPM Matriculation Program.

Kolej Islam Malaya (KIM) was established in 1955 following demands from the Malay community for a modern Islamic education institution. Professor Zulkifli Muhammad was one of the key figures behind its establishment. The Dana Waqaf KIM fundraising initiative was launched to finance the college, which was built on a 14.3 acres site in Klang. Sultan Hisamuddin Alam Shah donated Istana Jemaah as the campus and officially inaugurated the college on April 8, 1955.

Initially, KIM admitted nearly 50 students from Malaya, Sabah, Sarawak and Brunei. The Sijil Tertinggi Kolej (STK) program was recognized by Al-Azhar University, Egypt. In 1966, the program was relocated to Petaling Jaya and later transferred to Bangi under the Faculty of Islamic Studies, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).

In 1967, the Malaysian Ministry of Education took over the college and restructured it into a fully government-funded high school, renamed Kolej Islam Kelang. By 1972, it had been upgraded to a fully residential school (SBP).

In 1989, Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah officially changed its name to Kolej Islam Sultan Alam Shah (KISAS). KISAS was recognized as a Cluster School of Excellence in 2007 and designated as a High-Performance School (SBT) in 2010 due to its consistent excellence in academics and co-curricular activities.

MOTTO:

• Together embracing excellence.

VISION:

• To produce a globally recognized ulul albab generation.

MISSION:

• To provide quality education programs that fulfill student aspirations as outlined in the Malaysian Education Development Plan 2013-2025.

OBJECTIVE:

• To nurture leaders who are pious and intellectually outstanding.

Maktab Mahmud was established on June 19, 1936, by DYMM Tunku Mahmud ibni Almarhum Sultan Ahmad Tajuddin Mukarramul Shah as a center for Islamic education and the Arabic language, aiming to produce religious scholars. The institution was designed to be on par with English schools of that era, adopting the Egyptian (Al-Azhar) education system. It was governed by an advisory committee appointed with the consent of the Sultan of Kedah, with the chief minister as chairman and the principal as secretary.

Maktab Mahmud played a crucial role in the fight against the Malayan Union when the Persatuan Ulama Kedah (Kedah Ulama Association) was founded on February 9, 1946, uniting religious scholars to oppose British plans. The institution is fully funded by the State Government of Kedah and remains under the patronage of the Sultan. The State Government of Kedah demonstrated its commitment to Islamic education by expanding 12 branches of Maktab Mahmud across the state, ensuring wider access to quality religious education.

One significant figure, Haji Wan Idris, was initially denied admission as Maktab Mahmud only accepted students from Kedah. Determined, he personally wrote a letter to the Sultan of Kedah. His request was granted, and the admission criteria were revised, allowing students from outside Kedah to enroll. This change provided more opportunities for students beyond the state to receive quality Islamic education at Maktab Mahmud.

VISION:

• To establish Maktab Mahmud Alor Setar as a leading Islamic-based secondary education institution in Malaysia.

MISSION:

• To develop students who excel holistically physically, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually and socially through a systematic and integrated approach based on Islamic principles, contributing to the advancement of religion, nation, and society through quality education.

OBJECTIVES:

• Instill Islamic values in students.

• Provide a conducive learning environment aligned with modern developments.

• Enhance students' academic excellence and overall capabilities.

• Improve students' competence, performance, productivity and innovation skills.

• Develop high-quality, outstanding students capable of facing present and future challenges.

• Expand strategic collaborations with national and international schools.

• Strengthen student engagement and participation in school initiatives and programs.