Open Day - March 2012


Study the American way



KUCHING – SEGi College Sarawak invites everyone to come to the college on the 30th of March 2012 (10am-12pm), as the college will hold an Exclusive Session with the Malaysia Program Director of Upper Iowa University, Mr. Kalai Poniah who will talk on the advantages of the American Degree Program.

“Parents and students should take on this opportunity to know in depth on what the program can offer and what are the prospects for the graduates of this very program” said the Principal of SEGi College Sarawak, Madam Elina Tiu.

The American Degree Programme (ADP) at SEGi is gaining momentum in popularity among Malaysian students due to its unique liberal teaching methods.

The American-styled education system focuses on assessing students throughout each semester through pop-quizzes, presentations, assignments and class participation rather than just on the final examinations alone.

This creates well-rounded graduates who tend to be more vocal, creative and confident than students who study under the conventional education system.

“The syllabus for this programme is structured to train and encourage students to be independent and creative,” added Tiu.

“There is a distinct difference between the ADP students and those who are undergoing their degree programmes from UK and Australia.”

“Those under the American education system stand out. They make themselves noticed and they are not fearful of taking on responsibilities. They are more extroverted in nature. Even the ones who were shy and quiet to begin with, now have full confidence of themselves.”

The four-year Bachelor of Science degree programme will expose students to some of the most up-to-date developments in the world because United States is the leader in several areas of research and technology.

The degree is awarded by Upper Iowa University (UIU) and students can complete their American degree in Kuching at a fraction of the cost of studying in USA.

However, if the students have the budget, the program gives students the flexibility of interchanging between SEGi and UIU’s Fayette Campus in the United States.

Since 1857, Upper Iowa University has been preparing students to succeed—in the classroom and in the world. That rich history, coupled with a student-centered mission, has created a springboard for UIU to become a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible and multiple delivery systems in an environment in which diversity is respected, encouraged, and nurtured.

This means that they can choose to study a term, a semester, a year or even complete their entire degree at the American campus if they so choose as the university allows for flexible credit transfer.

Naturally the cost will escalate as students need to take into consideration of the cost of living in USA, the accommodation, airfare, visa application and the tuition fees.

Globally, more than half a million international students choose to study in the United States and that makes it the number one destination for studying abroad.

The program offers five majors, namely, Finance, Management, Psychology, Communications and Marketing plus the option of pursuing double majors at no extra cost or duration of study.

“The entry requirement is 5 SPM credits or its equivalent. Students with Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) can also qualify to enter this program,” said Tiu. STPM and A-Level holders will gain credit transfer and may only be required to take 3 years to complete the program.

Mahasiswa agen penyedar, penyebar program transformasi negara



GOLONGAN mahasiswa mempunyai peranan yang tersendiri dalam menjayakan program transformasi negara khususnya melalui pendekatan Program Transformasi Kerajaan (GTP) dan Program Transformasi Ekonomi (ETP), kata Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.

Menurut Menteri Pengajian Tinggi itu, mahasiswa adalah golongan penting sebagai agen perubahan yang mempunyai rantaian luas dan menyeluruh dalam negara.

“Sehubungan itu, mahasiswa mempunyai cabaran untuk memikul tiga peranan besar bagi merealisasikan GTP dan ETP,” katanya ketika melancarkan siri Jelajah Penerangan GTP dan ETP di Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang baru-baru ini.

Peranan pertama mahasiswa adalah sebagai penyedar dan penyebar kesedaran nasional yang penting serta utama.

Hal ini kerana mahasiswa mempunyai kekuatan wibawa dan daya pikat luar biasa yang dapat mempengaruhi dan memberi keyakinan agar orang ramai bersama-sama menyokong serta menyertai arus pembangunan negara melalui GTP dan ETP.

“Usaha untuk menyebarluas mengenai maklumat dan kesedaran terhadap GTP dan ETP boleh dilakukan melalui kelab-kelab 1Malaysia yang telah ditubuhkan di institusi pengajian tinggi awam (IPTA),” saran Mohamed Khaled.

Peranan kedua, mahasiswa melalui program serta aktiviti yang menjadi tumpuan GTP dan ETP boleh membangunkan keperibadian, idealisme, kemahiran dan kepemimpinan.

Kekuatan tersebut tidak boleh dibina hanya melalui ilmu dan pengetahuan yang ‘diturunkan’ oleh para pensyarah dalam bilik-bilik kuliah, sebaliknya melalui penglibatan aktif dalam aktiviti sosial dan kesukarelawan yang akhirnya memberi kekuatan sahsiah kepada golongan mahasiswa.

“Saya akan meminta pihak Kementerian agar dapat mewujudkan satu mekanisma penilaian dalam memastikan bahawa keterlibatan mahasiswa menerusi aktiviti yang berasaskan kepada ETP & GTP ini dapat dinilai secara berkredit bagi meningkatkan lagi semangat mereka untuk melibatkan diri dalam agenda negara yang amat penting ini,” jelasnya.

Peranan ketiga mahasiswa adalah sebagai penyelesai kepada isu serta cabaran semasa dan masa hadapan. Dalam konteks ini, mahasiswa perlu mencabar bakat dan potensi diri untuk bersedia menyumbang dalam memberikan jawapan terhadap isu serta cabaran bagi merancakkan usaha negara menjayakan GTP dan ETP sekali gus mengangkat Malaysia menjadi sebuah negara maju menjelang tahun 2020.

Mohamed Khaled berkata, program-program berbentuk keusahawanan sosial (social entrepreneurship) perlu digerakkan secara lebih meluas kerana ia merupakan satu nadi penting sumbangan mahasiswa dalam membantu kegiatan pembangunan ekonomi dan sosial masyarakat di luar kampus.

“Penglibatan mahasiswa dalam merungkai permasalahan masyarakat bukan sahaja memperlihatkan nasib masyarakat itu dibela, tetapi yang lebih penting, mahasiswa didedahkan dengan nilai-nilai seperti kreativiti, berkolaborasi, memahami keutamaan, berfi kir secara kritikal, berdaya tahan dan empati yang tinggi untuk menjawab persoalan-persoalan sosial dan masa kini.

“Nilai-nilai ini jugalah yang melayakkan mahasiswa kita memiliki keperibadian unggul yang ememangnya menjadi tuntutan majikan dan industri masa kini,” ujarnya.

Seterusnya, Mohamed Khaled optimis,  kejayaan transformasi negara menerusi GTP dan ETP akan dapat direalisasikan dengan lebih cepat jika gelombang tenaga serta idea daripada 1.2 juta mahasiswa yang merupakan golongan berilmu ini dapat digembelengkan dengan teratur dan bertempat.

Justeru, golongan mahasiswa harus bertindak sebagai kumpulan masyarakat yang aktif, proaktif dan peduli terhadap pembangunan semasa negara dan bertanggungjawab bagi menjamin kelangsungannya secara lestari.

Hal ini kerana, golongan muda negara ini tidak sahaja hanya tahu mengutarakan pelbagai permasalahan, malah turut sama  membawa penyelesaian dan cadangan penambahbaikan kepada permasalahan tersebut.

**Excerpt taken from http://www.mohe.gov.my/

Amalan membaca majukan industri buku negara




DALAM usaha untuk memajukan industri buku serta menyuburkan budaya membaca di kalangan  masyarakat di negara ini, Yayasan Pembangunan Buku Negara dan Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi (KPT) mengambil langkah proaktif dengan melancarkan Ekspo Buku 1Malaysia dan Persidangan Buku Antarabangsa baru-baru ini.

Menteri Pengajian Tinggi, Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin berkata, program ini selaras dengan hasrat kerajaan untuk menjadikan rakyat Malaysia sebagai masyarakat berilmu dan berpengetahuan melalui membaca selain berfikiran ingin tahu, kreatif dan berdaya saing.

“Amalan membaca perlu dijadikan budaya oleh segenap lapisan masyarakat Malaysia kerana jika tidak, mereka akan terus ketingggalan dan gagal bersaing dalam era ilmu dan ledakan maklumat serta dunia yang penuh persaingan masa kini,” katanya ketika berucap pada majlis tersebut di Kuala Lumpur, baru-baru ini.

Menurut beliau, berpandukan analisis kajian beberapa tahun kebelakangan ini, bolehlah dibuat kesimpulan bahawa penduduk Malaysia secara umumnya semakin gemar membaca.

“Di peringkat pengajian tinggi, kajian mendapati mahasiswa negara ini membaca empat buah buku setahun, manakala pensyarah pula membaca 20 buku untuk tiga tahun pengajian” jelasnya.

Selain itu katanya, melalui program Penerbitan Berimpak Tinggi, universiti-universiti penyelidikan (RUs) akan menyediakan mentor kepada IPTA yang mengambil bahagian dalam menggalakkan penerbitan bersama.

“Ini termasuklah membangunkan dasar-dasar pentadbiran yang bersesuaian untuk menggalakkan penerbitan akademik yang berkualiti, bekerjasama di peringkat antarabangsa dan menjalankan pelbagai program khusus untuk meningkatkan kadar penerbitan dalam kalangan ahli akademik,” terangnya.

Beliau menambah, kementerian akan sentiasa membantu untuk memperhebatkan usaha memperbanyakkan penerbitan buku sama ada berbentuk cetakan atau e-book.


**Excerpt taken from http://www.mohe.gov.my/

HAPPENING - 24th March 2012



Quality learning for future success




KUCHING – “The College is determined to ensure that its students achieve success and are equipped to meet the challenges of today”, said the Principal of SEGi College Sarawak, Madam Elina Tiu in an interview during the Info Day 2012 held in the main campus last weekend.

“Higher education is an important element of the teaching programme here at SEGi College Sarawak, not only do we want to increase your knowledge as a student, we also want to provide you with opportunities to develop practical skills which will help give you the edge in the 21st century job market” said Tiu.

The college is geared towards the demands of growing sectors including; Hospitality, Hotel & Tourism, Early Childhood Education, Islamic Banking & Finance, Culinary Arts and also Psychology.

Designed with the needs of the industry in mind, the college has structured its programmes by creating a blend of academic and work-based learning that suits both students and employers. “Our courses are excellent examples of our partnership with modern industry”.

SEGi College Sarawak has built its reputation through its immense commitment to high quality education, using professional staff and excellent facilities. For many years this commitment has helped thousands of people, of all ages, to succeed in their chosen area of study.

An excellent 5 Star rating recently received by SEGi College Sarawak in MOHE MyQuest Evaluation is a testimonial for its commitment in delivering quality education by meeting the high standards as set out by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia (MOHE).

“SEGi has structured its programmes as well as linking itself with many reputable overseas universities in UK, USA and Australia to give its students maximum career options without the financial worries,” said Tiu.
In addition, choosing the option of studying in Kuching will shave off additional expenditures like accommodation and living expenses overseas, not to mention the higher currency exchange rates.

Since the degree is issued by internationally recognised universities, there is no difference in the degree certification that graduates are getting here compared to those studying on-campus overseas.

SEGi urged all SPM school leavers to keep their study momentum and quickly continue their education beyond high school as it will open doors and forge better opportunities for them in the future.

College is a perfect time for self-awakening and discovering talents where they begin to see who they are, who they want to be and take the necessary steps to get there.

The combination of high-quality teaching and individual support ensures that its prospect students can make the most of their time at the college.

“We are keen to make your learning experience as rewarding as possible and have put in place all the resources you should need”.

“Our full and part-time programmes are designed to help you get that crucial head start to a well-paid job or enable you to progress more quickly in your chosen area of study and if you are returning to higher education after a break, our courses also offer you the ideal head start to a future career” added Tiu.

SEGi is one of Malaysia’s largest private education groups, serving the best education to over 27’000 local and international students.  With six major campuses and a new campus opening in Perak, the SEGi Group has embarked on an ambitious expansion programme to materialize their educational visions.

With over 35 years of excellent educational experience and a strong reputation for its Law, Business, Accounting, Marketing and IT programmes, SEGi College Sarawak has nurtured thousands of graduates who have gone on to succeed in their careers and life.

“We have your best interest at heart, and believe that we have everything in place to make SEGi College Sarawak the preferred place of learning”

Registration for our April 2012 intake is now in progress. Interested applicants can contact SEGi toll-free at 1-300-88-7344 or 082-25 25 66 or via email at infoswk@segi.edu.my, or walk-in to our main campus at 211, Jalan Bukit Mata Kuching for immediate registration.

All are welcome to our Open Day on 30th March until 1st April 2012 – do walk-in or call us to enquire about our Scholarships and Rebates.

Enquiries can also be made to www.facebook.com/segiswk or www.segi.edu.my

Pledge commitment to production of quality graduates



KUCHING – A midst of growing unemployment rates, the Principal of SEGi College Sarawak, Madam Elina Tiu, said that all academic departments in the institution will redouble their efforts so as to produce quality graduates that will fit into the society.

The principal said this in the interview during the Principal’s Award Presentation Ceremony held in the main campus last Friday.

She said, “The management, with the support of the academician and other stakeholders is determined to ensure that we deliver quality education so as to produce graduates that could fit into the developmental agenda of the nation.”

She added that the college was poised to sustaining the current tempo of academic and professional discipline and excellence, adding that the students must start thinking of how to contribute effectively to useful academic activities in their various faculties.

A total of 15 top achievers of SEGi College Sarawak received their respective acknowledgement from the institution during the Principal’s Award Presentation Ceremony held at the college last Friday.

They were from Diploma in Early Childhood Education: Shirly Tan Boon Chien, Lee Yau, Sally Sim Boon san, Kuan siaw Fung, Joanne Lo Fui Senn, Sharon Tan Li Ching and Foo Xiang Yean, from Diploma in Business Administration: Tariana Tara, Ng Li Cheng and Tan Yan Han, from Diploma in Tourism Management: Chui Sui Nee and Susana Chew Hui, from Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology: Teo Yu Yun, from Diploma in Accountancy: Kaisen Thein and lastly from Foundation in Commerce: Kuan Chek Boon.

The presentation ceremony was held to recognize and grant awards to SEGi College Sarawak’s students from any academic programme that excel academically and have achieved full distinction of 4.0 in their study.

With the aim of providing opportunities to outstanding students who have shown high academic achievements, hundreds of students have since benefitted from this award programme and gone on to retained the awards their receiving every semester.

She explained that the students could be favourably considered for employment in the industry if they graduate with distinction.

“If you stand out excellently in your studies, the industry will look into the possibility of hiring you in the future” she stated.

The college understand that the efficacies of learning activities are filtered through students’ motivation that provides a source of energy that is responsible for why learners decide to make an effort to sustain their learning momentum. “The awards and recognition are among the approaches used to motivate and inspire students to excel in their educational progress” added Tiu.

As one of the pioneers and leading private institutions of higher education, SEGi College Sarawak has always committed in educating the new generation, while giving back to the society, “We are proud to be able to offer support for our student members, especially in time of financial hardship and at a time when the cost of higher education may seem like only a dream for some”.

As part of the on-going commitment to education, SEGi College Sarawak also awards scholarship to individuals, especially SPM top scorer who meets the criteria for overall academic achievement.

Rated 5-star by the MOHE MyQuest rating, SEGi College Sarawak is now open for its April intake.  The college will hold an Info Day on the 24th of March 2012 and all parents and school leavers are welcomed to the meet the Course Counsellors to understand more on the courses offered at SEGi.

For more information on the courses offered, please log on to our website www.segi.edu.my or walk in to our main campus at 211 Jalan Bukit Mata, 93100 Kuching Sarawak, or call our toll-free number 1-300-88-7344 or 082- 252566 (office).

No substitute to real life experience


SEGi College Sarawak offer international internship 

 
KUCHING – International internships are one of the most effective ways of giving students the experience of a different working culture, said the Principal of SEGi College Sarawak, Madam Elina Tiu in her speech during the English Intensive Programme Graduation Ceremony that took place in the main campus at Jalan Bukit Mata recently.

11 Students from Daeduk University and Tongwon University of South Korea graduated last week after completing their English Intensive Programme in SEGi College Sarawak.

The partnership programme with two of the prominent universities in  South Korea enabled their students to experience everything Malaysia has to offer as well as attending their English language course, specifically catered to them as part of the their internship programmes in their respective university.

Through this programme, the students will not just participate in an English language enhancement programme for a number of weeks but they will also send to either 4 or 5-star hotel to commence on their internship.

“We believe that the international internship programmes will sharpen the skills that you learned in class”

“The whole experienced will teach you to use the foreign language that was taught and to apply it in this kind of internship requirement will really test how much you learned – if you just learned the language in a mediocre way then you will have a hard time during your internship and a lot of catching up will need to be done” said Tiu.

She also added that through internship, the students explore a variety career options, sharpen their skills in cross-cultural communication and negotiations, and deepen their understanding of the challenges of the global economy.
She explained that the programme is designed for students who wish to improve their English language skills and gain more work experience in Malaysia. These international students would have the opportunity to utilise the language in an everyday work environment.

The certificates were issued by the respective hotels to the Korean students upon completion of the programme.

“It is very exciting to be able to offer this meaningful learning opportunity to them” added Tiu.

“It is more than a language study abroad programme. Through an internship, the Korean student can give something back to the (host) country, instead of simply absorbing its language and culture – the experience is more significant when both sides contribute”.

With 35 years of experience in providing industry driven diplomas and degrees, SEGi College has made itself one of the most prominent colleges in Malaysia.

The college provide its students with a broad-based knowledge and employment skills for dealing with demanding jobs in fast-changing globalised world.

“We have carefully structured our courses so that they can cover a wide range of professional skills and knowledge closely based on what the industry demands and an extensive range of subjects and courses that will help students to excel in their chosen career”

SEGi College Sarawak has RM500 deal for BPIEF



KUCHING – SEGi College Sarawak is offering students an attractive package which will allow for them to pursue their degrees or diplomas with just RM500.

Under this programme, students need not look for financing as it is backed by a government loan. This means they can start and complete a degree or diploma with just the initial payment.

Students can find out more about this RM500 offer at the next Borneo Post International Education Fair (BPIEF) 2012 to be held on the March 3rd and 4th at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching or come to the College.

The college welcomes all school leavers to understand more about the admission into tertiary institutions and to quickly continue their education beyond high school, as having higher qualifications will open doors and forge better opportunities for them in the future.

This also goes to the working adults who are looking for an opportunity to gain advance knowledge and make informed choices on suitable courses to take and thus elevates their career standing.


“And because students have the option to complete their entire degree or diploma programme in Kuching, they can save thousands of ringgit especially when gaining a UK Honours Degree or an American Bachelor of Science Degree,” said SEGi Marketing Manager, Joseph Wong.

SPM students can also save time by entering the foundation programme, linking them directly to a degree programme, instead of opting for STPM, which takes 2 years to complete.

This golden opportunity will enable the students to complete their UK Honour degree up to one year ahead of their peers.

Another partner university of SEGi, Upper Iowa University in USA, allows direct entry from the SPM level into the foundation year of the 4 year bachelor degree.

“SEGi has structured its programmes as well as linking itself with many reputable overseas universities in UK, USA and Australia to give its students maximum career options without the financial worries,” said Wong.

In addition, choosing the option of studying in Kuching will shave off additional expenditures like accommodation and living expenses overseas, not to mention the higher currency exchange rates.

Since the degree is issued by internationally recognised universities, there is no difference in the degree certification that graduates are getting here compared to those studying on-campus overseas.

SEGi is one of Malaysia’s largest private education groups, serving the best education to over 27,000 local and international students.  With six major campuses and a new campus opening in Perak, the SEGi Group has embarked on an ambitious expansion programme to materialize their educational visions.

“Parents who are concerned about helping their children select a programme should come along to our booth during the exhibition,” said Wong.

“The College has in the past helped many students and we are continuing to do so year after year, from guiding them into the ideal programme of interest to sorting out their financial constraints so that they may gain qualifications to secure better jobs.”

This event will also be an opportunity for potential students to further understand the quality of the programmes being offered, as well as their admission requirements.

With over two decades of excellent educational experience and a strong reputation for its Law, Business, Accounting, Marketing and IT programmes, as well as its latest additional Health Science programmes - Diploma in Nursing and Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, SEGi College Sarawak has nurtured thousands of graduates who have gone on to succeed in their careers and life.

SEGi College Sarawak recently received an excellent 5-star rating in the MOHE MyQuest Evaluation is a testimonial for its commitment in delivering quality education by meeting the high standards as set out by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia (MOHE).

Further information is obtainable at tel: 082-252566 or e-mail: infoswk@segi.edu.my.

College roadshow to offer scholarships, special rebates



 KUCHING – The two-week long SEGi College roadshow in Sarawak will offer scholarships and special rebates to this year’s SPM holder apart from giving them a wide range of choice of Diploma and Degree programmes.

The straight A scorers will have the most to gain as the college offers full and partial scholarships to these high achievers.

“Students can also gain a RM500 rebate for every A they scored in their SPM results”

“This means that if they managed three distinctions, they can qualify for RM1500 rebate. The more A’s they have, the bigger the rebate,” said the Principal of SEGi College Sarawak, Madam Elina Tiu.

“In addition, SPM students need only to pay only RM500 to start their degree programme at SEGi College Sarawak as most of the degree or diploma programmes can be fully covered by any of the two government loans.”

“SEGi makes it affordable to study and students can rest assured that they will be employability at the end of their course as there is a high demand for SEGi graduates.”

For Sarawak edition, the SEGi roadshow will kick-off at Premiere Hotel Sibu on February 18 from 10am to 2pm, then moving on to Meligai Keling Kapit (February 19, 10am to 1pm), Pejabat Daerah Kanowit (February 20, 10am to 2pm), Dewan Masyarakat Serian (February 20, 10am to 2pm), Ming Kiong Hotel Bintangor (February 21, 10am to 3pm) and Pejabat Daerah Asajaya (February 21, 10am to 1pm).

The next stop will be in Dragon Inn Sarikei (February 22, 10am to 3pm), Dewan Suarah Kota Samarahan (February 22, 10am to 2pm), Majlis Daerah Bau (February 23, 10am to 2pm), Purnama Hotel Limbang (February 24, 10am to 1pm), Grand Hotel Marudi (February 25, 10am to 1pm), RH Hotel Sibu (February 25, 10am to 3pm)Shangsan Hotel Lawas (February 26, 10am to 1pm), Imperial Hotel Miri (February 27, 10am to 4pm), and lastly Kemena Plaza Hotel Bintulu (February 28, 10am to 3pm).

“Parents who are concerned about helping their children to select a programme should come to the roadshow.”

“The college has in the past helped many students and we are continuing to do so year after year, from guiding them into the programmes that interest them to gaining qualifications to secure better jobs”

As a group, SEGi Group of Institutions is the largest private education provider in Malaysia, with 35 years of educational excellence, offering students a wide range of studies from the traditional business studies to science, IT, engineering, media, arts and design, law, early childhood education and the newly introduced, culinary arts.

Further information is obtainable via SEGi’s toll free number 1-300-88-7344 or email your enquiries to infoswk@segi.edu.my.

SEGi offers globally recognize MBA programme



KUCHING – Noting the demanding environment in today’s business world, SEGi College Sarawak offers the highly acclaimed and internationally recognised MBA programmes for enterprising individuals seeking to holistically combine their expertise with general management skills.

 “This master degree programme gives working adults the flexibility to study while maintain their jobs,” said the Principal of SEGi College Sarawak, Madam Elina Tiu. “Unlike on-line providers, classes are conducted on weekend.

“This means that working adults have access to facilitators of the programme face-to-face and also have class discussions, thereby improving their performance.”

The comprehensive study materials will provide clear guidelines and those who have enrolled for the programme will have full access to the University of Sunderland’s electronic library via Internet through the Electronic Remote Access (ERA) system.

Working adults who may be worried about having to deal with examinations again can rest easy as there is only one examination. The remaining nine subjects are assignments and one dissertation.

Executives who are ready to accelerate their career with a real world business qualification should take up the MBA programme, which can take as little as 18 months to complete.

Due to its unique dynamics, the University of Sunderland’s MBA will be arguably the most affordable internationally recognized postgraduate qualification in Malaysia.


“The MBA will further develop individuals’ business acumen and deepen their understanding in managing people and organizations,” she said.

The University of Sunderland is a dynamic, modern university with high standards of teaching and research and a growing reputation as the university for enterprise, employment and opportunity.

Sunderland is synonymous with its recognition for quality, teaching and research. The university has a strong international outlook based on a long tradition of welcoming students throughout the world from as many as 70 countries.

The university recently come out top in the UK for its student experience, at the sector's most prestigious national awards.

Sunderland beat five other shortlisted universities to the title of the most continued improvement in the student experience in the Times Higher Education (THE) awards 2010.

What made the award more important was that it came from the students and graduates themselves. More than 12,000 students were asked to give their views in 21 areas and score universities accordingly. Sunderland came out convincing winners.

Sunderland's continued growth in the National Student Survey, which measures student satisfaction, and its capital development programme were central to its success.

The awards represent a unique and high profile opportunity to celebrate the excellence and amazing achievements of UK higher education institutions, and reaffirm their commitment to the two core pursuits of higher education: teaching and research.

Working adults and students can also take the opportunity to enquire about the other programmes offered at by the university.

More information is obtainable toll-free at: 1-300-88-7344 or 082-252566, or via email infoswk@segi.edu.my.

The cornerstone for success



KUCHING – Reading is considered as a cornerstone for success, not just in schools but also throughout the life of an individual, said the Principal of SEGi College Sarawak, Madam Elina Tiu during the 1Malaysia Book Voucher Giveaway in the main campus recently.

With the growing amount of digital information available, people particularly young adult are spending more time reading electronic materials and a growing amount of reading time are spent more on skimming and browsing for information on the internet that deviates from the traditional reading method – which are brief, linear and less structured.

The advent of the electronic media is challenging the habit in the society by shifting the attention to computer and television viewing.

“We don’t want our student to perceive reading as a waste of time and they only read for purpose of passing examinations”

The College is aware of the myriad of benefits that can be acquired through consistent reading of high-quality reading material and the positive progressive result that it can induce for the country in terms of intellectual, social, spiritual and personal development.

“In our information-saturated globe, knowledge is constantly being updated and upgraded, wherein previous information would deem obsolete or impractical” added Tiu who then stresses that it is imperative for students to make reading as a pleasurable and continuing habit if they want to keep abreast with the world and have the competitive edge.

“Student should realize that they will have to read continuously even after finishing their formal education”

The College also believe that if the students do not hone this habit, they will not have the initiative to constantly read not only to improve their career standing but also for personal developments in order to become a better and useful citizen.

Tiu also encouraged the students to buy books that are on display in conjunction with the SEGi College Sarawak Book Fair 2012 at the college on the same day.

Two bookstores namely Smart Bookstore and Popular Bookstore were invited to set up exhibition at the fair for the convenience of the students.

“As a higher learning service provider, we appreciate the government’s initiative to ease the students’ book expanses and we seriously hope that the students will spend the voucher wisely”

Commenting on the report on the misuse of the book voucher among varsity students, Tiu warned the students that it must only be used to buy books for their own good and to lighten their financial burden in buying books.

Tabulated into the 2012 Budget last year, it was announced by the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak that the government would give RM200 book voucher to all Malaysian students at the public and private higher learning institutions, and those doing matriculation or in Form Six, and the voucher could not be exchanged for cash.