IUK signs academic partnerships with Malaysian Universities
The agreements will enhance opportunities for collaborative research, curriculum development, and international exposure for students and lecturers
The Islamic University of Kenya (IUK) has signed a series of partnership agreements with leading Malaysian universities in a strategic move aimed at strengthening international academic collaboration, research, innovation, and skills development.
The agreements were reached during the visit to Malaysia by the IUK Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Mohamed Abdinoor, as the university seeks to expand its global academic footprint and create new opportunities for students and faculty.
On Thursday, May 14, the Islamic University of Kenya entered into a partnership agreement with Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) to advance cooperation in research, academic exchange, and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
With a student population of more than 21,000, UTeM is widely recognized as one of Malaysia’s leading universities, with a strong reputation in engineering, technology, applied sciences, Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and innovation-driven education. The collaboration is expected to provide IUK students and staff with access to advanced technological expertise, modern research facilities, and international academic networks.
This was followed with the signing of another collaboration agreement with Geomatika University, a private university based in Kuala Lumpur known for its expertise in geospatial sciences, land surveying, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), architecture, and information technology programmes.
“The partnership will open pathways for joint programmes, staff and student mobility, and knowledge transfer for IUK,” said Prof. Mohamed Abdinoor.
“We pray that this partnership creates opportunities for joint programmes, student and faculty exchange, and applied research, especially in geospatial technology and digital skills,” he added.
The agreements are expected to enhance opportunities for collaborative research, curriculum development, dual academic programmes, and international exposure for students and lecturers from both institutions.
In a related effort to deepen international academic cooperation, the IUK Vice-Chancellor, accompanied by Deputy Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ali Sunkar, last week held discussions with Dr. Abdiaziz Agane, Rector of Jobkey University of Somalia.
The discussions focused on fostering academic collaboration, strengthening research and innovation, and promoting joint academic programmes and exchange initiatives between the two institutions.