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The Technical Study Programme of the Look East Policy was launched in 1982 with the objective of providing opportunities for Malaysian students to pursue Diploma in Engineering at National College of Technology (NCT) Japan . Then in 1992, a Preparatory Education Centre was set up at UTM Kuala Lumpur campus. After completing a two‑year preparatory education at UTM and having passed the examination by Monbusho the students would pursue a three‑year diploma engineering courses in Japan . The annual intake of students was 100.

Due to the economic slowdown in 1999, this programme was ceased temporarily but was resumed the following year with 50 students. The decrease in the number of students was because of the shortage of teachers and hence changes have been made in the study programme in which students were required to attend the first year of the preparatory course at UTM and the second year at International Student Institute in Tokyo . However in 2001 and 2002 respectively the number of students increased slightly to 60 and 70 as more teachers were recruited. Subsequently the annual intake of students will be increased to 100 from the year 2003 onwards.

 



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Students and Staffs

The study programme was formulated to assist students to attain the required level and skills in Japanese Language and also to provide strong fundamental knowledge in Science and Mathematics so that they will be able to cope with the third year curriculum of the NCT. The preparatory curriculum was designed to meet the requirements set by Monbusho for admission into NCT.

The evaluations of student performance and competency during the course are based on daily test, weekly test and semester examination for Japanese Language. Whereas for Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English Language, the evaluations are based on course work and semester examination. The passing mark for all subjects is 60%.

In addition to academic studies, the students are also encouraged to participate in various activities held by Japan Cultural Center and also by the Japanese Community Club in Kuala Lumpur in order to familiarize the students to the Japanese culture and customs. These activities are Japan Festival Ikebana class, Origami class, Bon Odori Celebration, Japanese Dance class, Film Shows and hosting visiting students from Japan . This Center also provides the Japanese Language classes for UTM students, translation and interpreter services.

For future plan, hopefully a twinning programme will be implemented to provide opportunity for UTM diploma graduates to pursue engineering degree courses at universities in Japan .

 



Study in class

  • Students are sponsored since the preparatory course.
  • Students are able to study and manage Japanese Language.
  • Students can learn the advance technology from Japan.
  • Students are able to experience the Japanese culture and life style.
  • A wide opportunity for occupation in the private sector especially in Japan companies and local companies which deal with Japan. Usually the students are offered before they finish their studies.

 

 

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