{"id":6331,"date":"2025-09-11T04:30:44","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T04:30:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/biosciences\/?p=6331"},"modified":"2025-09-24T04:37:04","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T04:37:04","slug":"benchmarking-visit-umpsa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/biosciences\/benchmarking-visit-umpsa\/","title":{"rendered":"Benchmarking Visit from Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">We are pleased to host Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) for a benchmarking session of our Biotechnology Programme. The initiative, led by Dr. Nazira Mahmud, Head of Programme for the Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Industrial Biotechnology with Honours at UMPSA, signifies a recognition of our programme as a benchmark for academic excellence and innovation in the field.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">The primary objective of this collaborative visit is to facilitate a comprehensive exchange of knowledge and best practices. The UMPSA delegation aims to gain insights into our programme&#8217;s curriculum framework, teaching and learning methodologies, facility management, industrial engagement strategies, and the outcomes of our graduates.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">This collaboration highlights the importance of sharing best practices to ensure continuous improvement and relevance in biotechnology education. The discussions were highly productive, fostering a spirit of academic partnership that will benefit both institutions.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Through initiatives like this benchmarking visit, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening our programme&#8217;s industry relevance and academic rigour. We look forward to potential future collaborations with UMPSA and to preparing future-ready graduates who will drive innovation and sustainability in the global biotechnology sector.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs\"><a class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n x18oe1m7 x1sy0etr xstzfhl x972fbf x10w94by x1qhh985 x14e42zd x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 x3ct3a4 xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xkrqix3 x1sur9pj x1fey0fg x1s688f\" role=\"link\" 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