On Tuesday, 14 January 2025, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) successfully organized the “Bengkel Penulisan Proposal FRGS 2025” at Bilik Helixs, C17, Faculty of Science, UTM. The workshop, conducted from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, attracted 27 participants, comprising 22 lecturers and 5 students.
The workshop was spearheaded by Prof. Madya ChM. Dr. Roswanira Abdul Wahab, an experienced evaluator for FRGS proposals under the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT). The program director, ChM. Ts. Dr. Mohamad Shazwan Shah Jamil, and his team ensured the event’s smooth execution.
The day-long event included the following sessions:
- Session 1: Overview of FRGS Proposal Evaluation Criteria
- Session 2: Do’s and Don’ts in Proposal Writing
- Session 3: Hands-On Proposal Writing and Review
The interactive hands-on session, in particular, enabled participants to refine their proposals with direct feedback from the speaker.
Benefits for Participants and Faculty
The workshop was a valuable opportunity for participants to deepen their understanding of FRGS requirements and improve their proposal writing skills. Lecturers benefited from insights into the latest evaluation trends, while students gained early exposure to the intricacies of research grant applications.
For the Faculty of Science, the event fostered a collaborative research environment and aligned with its mission to promote impactful research initiatives. By equipping participants with enhanced proposal-writing capabilities, the faculty aims to increase the success rate of grant applications, bolstering its contribution to scientific advancements.
This well-received program reflects UTM’s commitment to academic and research excellence, paving the way for future initiatives to support researchers in achieving their g
