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EDUCATION
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THE FUTUREOF EDUCATIONAt Taylor’s University, we are constantly keeping ahead to ensure we future-proof our students. As we enter the 4th Industry Revolution (4IR), advancements will change how we work and live. The revolution is characterised by a range of new technologies that are fusing the physical, digital and biological worlds, impacting all disciplines, economies and industries, and will challenge the status quo of education and its graduates.
Like most progressive fields of studies, education is evolving at an exponential pace to keep up with global needs. Here are some advancements that are being discussed, adopted and anticipated globally:
THE 4th INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
Priority is placed in creativity-based skills such as collaboration andcritical thinking.
EDUCATION TO CATERFOR THE FOURTHINDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
The STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics) movement believe that today’s students should be encouraged to develop the creativity and critical thinking, making and problem-solving skills needed for the future.”
‘STEM’ TO ‘STEAM’MODEL IN THE FUTURE
We continuously focus to research on what's ahead to ensure we have the capacity, skills, and knowledge to equip our students with unconventional teaching and learning methods.
Students having a global mindset and being mindful of the many cultures from di�erent countries will be key in the future.
INTERNATIONALMINDEDNESS
Personalised learning isn’t just about di�erentiated content, but rather just-in-time, just-enough, just-for-me access to authentic and accessible learningresources.
PERSONALISEDLEARNING COULDDISRUPT HOW WE THINKOF CURRICULUM
According to World Economic Forum, half of today’s work activities could beautomated by2055.
AUTOMATION ANDDATA INTERPRETATION
Playing and learning collide when classrooms utilise gaming as an instructional tool. Gaming technology makes learning di�cult subject matter more exciting and interactive.
GAMIFICATION
The use of AI in higher education will become more important.
ARTIFICIALINTELLIGENCE (AI) Augmented, virtual, and mixed reality
are examples of transformative technology that enhances teacher instruction while simultaneously creating immersive lessons that are fun and engaging for the student.
AUGMENTED REALITY /VIRTUAL REALITY /MIXED REALITY
Taylor's School of Education (SOED) adopts a holistic education system, aiming to be a world-class teacher training institution by developing highly competent and qualified educators who can further inspire future generations. We are the only private university offering primary education in private and international schools worldwide.
WHYEDUCATIONAT TAYLOR’S?
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DID YOUKNOW?
We are the only private university in
Malaysia offering primary
education.
Over the past 25 years, the number of
international schools
globally has increased by
Source: Independent
Education Today
Malaysia is listed as the
Top 3 country with
the most international
schools in Southeast
Asia.
Source: ISO Research LTD
Since January 2006, Asia has experienced
growth of 3,000 schools, accountable for 53% of all international
schools worldwide.
Source:Expatica.com
603%
53%
YOUR FUTURE IS OUR PRIORITYWe ensure that our students are in touch with current and future trends and are well-equipped to embrace the challenges of the 4th Industrial Revolution.
TAYLOR’S CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK (TCF)Breaking conventions to bring you the first-of-its-kind framework in Malaysia that allows you to mix and match modules to customise your degree.
UNIQUE PRIVATE AND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PLACEMENTSHands-on training at Taylor's prestigious 5-star Private and International schools. Students are given first priority job placement upon graduation.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCETeach in private and international schools worldwide through our Assistant Language Teachers (ALT) Programme and Collaborative International Pair Placement.
BREAK BOUNDARIES TOGETHER.We encourage our students to break boundaries and go beyond. They are taught to create their own benchmarks, and break them. Education is the ultimate foundation where relevant innovation and advancements are key for the next generation.
WORLD-CLASS STANDARDS, FACILITIES AND ENVIRONMENTOur campus is built with our students in mind – your university is your second home. Taylor's Lakeside Campus encompasses a modern, functional design with state-of-the-art facilities together with lush greenery and its trademark 5.5 acre lake; striking a balance between form and function to embody our modern approach and perspective in premium education with an approach to holistic growth outside the classroom.
COLLABORATION WITH GOOGLEWe are among the TOP 5 institutions in the world to partner with Google as an education partner.
GLOBAL AND LOCAL EDUCATIONOur students are equipped with skill sets needed to teach and manage in private, international and government schools via a combination of the National Curriculum of England and Wales through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and the Malaysian Primary Schools Standards Curriculum (KSSR).
APTITUDEPERSONALITY
ACQUIRED SKILLSINDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
An increasing number of employers, including top conglomerates like Google and Deloitte, are placing less value on academic credentials. They prize talents with:
This is supported by studies such as Corporate Recruiters Survey 2015.The report released by the Graduate Management Admission Council showed that:
GRADUATE MULTI-SKILLEDBe marketable with future-proof skills,enhanced with your unique interests andstrengths
GRADUATE A GLOBAL CITIZENBe global and culturally adaptive throughinternational mobility opportunities
Be adaptable to high job mobility throughindependent self-directed learning
GRADUATE FUTURE-READY
THE KEY STRENGTHS THE KEY BENEFITS
92%
PUSH BOUNDARIESINNOVATIVE & EXPERIENTIAL METHODSOF TEACHING & LEARNINGTAYLOR’S CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK (TCF)
AT TAYLOR’S, WE GET YOU READY!
The TCF is thefirst-of-its-kind inMalaysia
The uniqueness of this framework allows you to CUSTOMISEYOUR DEGREE
3 3
In other words, you have
CONTROLof your FUTURE!
FLEXIBLETransdisciplinary, highly flexibledegree to design
BROAD-BASEDExposure across multiplediscipline areas
Personalise your course of study basedon your own unique interests, strengths,aspirations and career ambitions
PERSONALISED
FLEXIBILITY IN CUSTOMISING YOUR DEGREE
of recruiters surveyed would consider a candidate based on their proven ability to perform
You can now PAIRyour EDUCATION majorwith other modules of yourchoice. Or even get a2ND MAJOR in otherfields to complementyour degree.
PRIMARY MAJOR
UNIVERSITY CORE
COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES
For more information about Taylor's Curriculum Framework (TCF), log on to:https://university.taylors.edu.my/taylors-curriculum-framework.html
AN UNCONVENTIONAL FRAMEWORK
SPECIALISATIONSpecialised modules relatedto primary field of study
PRIMARY CORECommon core moduleswithin the primarydiscipline
COMPULSORY GENERALMODULES BY MOE • Hubungan Etnik / Malaysian Studies 3• Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2• Community Service Initiative
SPECIALLY-DESIGNEDUNIVERSITY MODULES• Life Skills for Success & Well-Being• Millenials in Malaysia: Team Dynamics and Relationship Management
FREE ELECTIVES Choose 5 – 7 electives from three clusters which are not related to the primary major. These clusters include:• Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences• Business, Services and Management• Science, Technology and Society
Students are given the opportunity to mix and match modules. They can complement their primary major with the below.
EXTENSIONExpand depth of knowledge by taking five set modules (or total of 20 credit hours) in a specific area within a major field of study. There are 21 extensions available.
2ND MAJORA second major provides students the opportunity to master another field of study by taking 12 set modules (or total of 48 credit hours) in another field or discipline. Choose from 11 majors.
TAYLOR'S CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK (TCF)
TYPICALPROGRAMMESTRUCTURE
Year 1
Same DisciplineModules
Year 2
Same DisciplineModules
Year 3
Same DisciplineModules
MPU Subjects
MINORGain breadth of knowledge by taking five set modules (or total 20 credit hours) outside of a particular major field of study. There are 54 minors offered.
HOLISTICTEACHINGAND LEARNINGCURRICULUMOur uniquely designed modules introduce di�erent teaching methods, allowing our students to deliver their classes more e�ectively. Student learning experiences include community projects and re�ective learning.
Students will focus on classroom management as part of their professional practice through exploring interactions during a lesson, ways to encourage good behavior, establish rules and routines, and supportive learning environments.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
They will design their own teaching material and critique their lesson plans while gaining practical experience in presenting their material in classroom setting.
PUTTING THEORY INTO PRACTICE
As future educators, students are encouraged to learn from experience, speci�cally to understand how to use their knowledge in practical situations and how they can combine practice and learning more e�ectively.
REFLECTIVE PRACTICE
It was only when I started this programme, I became more critical towards myself as well as towards what I’m doing in the classroom.
Nur Ili ShazwaniMaster of Teaching & Learning
GLOBAL ANDLOCAL EDUCATIONStudents primarily learn international curriculum but are also introduced to local curriculum covering:
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION ADJUNCT APPOINTMENTS
National Curriculum of England and Wales through the International
Primary Curriculum (IPC)Malaysian Primary Schools Standards Curriculum (KSSR)
Mr Peter WellsPrincipalTaylor’s International School Kuala Lumpur
Mr Marco DamhuisHead of PrimaryTaylor’s International School Kuala Lumpur
Mr David HallasAssistant Head of Primary (KS2)Taylor’s International School Puchong
Datin Sahmalah SakthivelLead Teacher MentorNexus International School Malaysia
Mr David JamesWhole School Deputy HeadGarden International School
Ms Leigh JanettDeputy Head of Junior SchoolAustralian International School Malaysia
IPC LEARNING PROCESSIPC is a comprehensive, thematic and creative curriculum with a clear process of learning and with speci�c learning goals for every subject.
UNIT OF WORK
Entry Point Exit Point
Knowledge Harvest
Subject Research Activities
Subject Recording Activities
The Big Picture Explaining the Theme
INTERNATIONALCONFERENCES ONTEACHING ANDLEARNINGSchool Of Education brings together various educationists from all over the world to network as well as share ideas, research �ndings, practices and conduct workshops that enrich all teachers to suit their respective learners and curriculum.
School Education in FinlandProf. Dr. Fred Dervin University of Helsinki, Finland
Competence Goal-Driven Educationin School and Teacher EducationProf. Dr. Jens RasmussenAarhus University, Denmark
Values Education and the Malaysia Education BlueprintProf. Emeritus Dr. Abdul RahmanMohd AroffUniversiti Putra Malaysia
Technology for Students – Building a Sustainable 1:1 Learning EnvironmentIan PittmanThe International School @ Parkcity
Social Learning: Participative, Collaborative & SustainableAssoc. Prof. Daniel Tan Tiong HokNanyang Technological University, Singapore
Utilising ICT in Transforming Teaching for Engaging and Interactive Learning: Deriving Critical Practices from ResearchAssoc. Prof. Dr. MuhammadKamarul KabilanUniversiti Sains Malaysia
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION EXPERT PANEL (IEEP)We have established close collaboration with a set of advisors known as the IEEP consisting of industry advisors from Finland, Denmark, Australia, Singapore and Malaysia, playing a crucial role in strengthening the school's programmes and enhancing its reputation across borders.
The IEEP advisors include:
Prof. Emeritus Rahman Aroff, Universiti Putra MalaysiaProf. Dr. Fred Dervin, University of Helsinki, FinlandProf. Anne Chapman, University of Western AustraliaAssoc. Prof. Dr. Daniel Tan, Nanyang Technological University, SingaporeDr. Paul Gruba, The University of Melbourne, AustraliaDr. Rosie Martin, Taylor’s Education Group, Malaysia
WORLD-CLASSSTANDARDS,FACILITIES &ENVIRONMENTAs your vested partner throughout your education journey, future-proo�ng you is our priority. To do that we ensure our standards and facilities to be nothing less than world-class.
STRONG LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRY LINKAGES
WELL-EQUIPPED FACILITIES ON-CAMPUS
PRIORITISED RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
WELL-BALANCED CURRICULUM TO PREPARE YOU FOR THE FUTURE
CUSTOMISABLE DEGREES WITH THE TAYLOR’S CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
BECOMEFUTURE-PROOFUNIQUE PRIVATE AND INTERNATIONALSCHOOL PLACEMENTSOur students have the opportunity to undergo placement at any one of the reputable schools as well as having priority in securing a job placement* within the network of Taylor's Schools.
Facilitated by experienced lecturers, our students are taught to see the connections between educational theories and classroom practice and how to address the gap.
OUR AFFILIATED SCHOOLS
Taylor’s International School o�ers a global learning experience based on the British curriculum, leading to excellence
in IGCSE quali�cations, as well as a grounding in Eastern values.
Garden International School (GIS) is the largest private, co-educational,
international school in Malaysia and is accredited by the Council
of International Schools (CIS).
NEXUS International School Putrajaya has a team of highly quali�ed
international educators, delivering well-balanced curriculum based on the
best standards and practices used around the world.
The Australian International School Malaysia (AISM) is the �rst and only
International School in Malaysia o�ering an Australian Curriculum, delivered by Australian teachers, and following the
Australian school year.
For Taylor’s International School to
work with SOED, in developing the future teachers (and leaders)
of Taylor’s schools, truly establishes a
partnership focused on what is really important
in schools: great learning.
Mr. Peter WellsPrincipal of Taylor’s International School,
Kuala Lumpur
*Our pioneer graduates achieved an impressive 100%
employment rate.
COLLABORATIONWITH GOOGLE
We are one of the Pioneering Institutions in Malaysia to partner with Google as an education exam centre
Taylor's is Top 5 in the world to partner with Google as an education partner
Networking with Google Certi�ed Educators Community across the world
Exclusive invites to Google Education Group (GEG) EduXEvent hosted at Google o�cesin selected countries
The latest technology developedby Google is used to enhanceyour teaching skills
Be Google Certified by thetime you graduate
Receive top recognition for your success and accomplishments when Google for Education shares you tour success and accomplishments with your superiors
What I like most about this programme is that it really challenges me to use technology. The best part is that I now use the technology I learned in my own course to make my students learn better.
Kavitha a/p SukumaranMaster of Teaching & Learning
Get international exposure by teaching overseas at private and international schools through our Assistant Language Teachers (ALT) Programme and Collaborative International Pair Placement Programme at locations such as:
INTERNATIONALEXPERIENCE
Kitakamakura Joshi Gakuin, Kanagawa Perfecture, Japan
Koto International School, Japan
La Trobe University, Australia
Nihon University Junior and Senior high School, Japan
Seiko Gakuin, Japan
My mentor had a diverse international
background in teaching. He was able to give me a global perspective of how different teaching
methods can actually be applied in the local
context here in Malaysia.
Philip Gan Chee KeatMaster of Teaching &
Learning
REFERENCELIST
International Primary Curriculumwww.greatlearning.com/ipc
Ministry of Education Malaysiawww.moe.gov.my
Teach for Malaysiawww.teachformalaysia.org
Teach. Learn. Share TESL Malaysiawww.teslmalaysia.com
The Malaysian Association for Educationwww.mae-malaysia.com
Malaysian English Language Teaching Associationwww.melta.org.my
National Curriculum of England and Waleswww.education.gov.uk
https://www.forbes.com/sites/danielnewman/2017/07/18/top-6-digital-transformation-trends-in-education/#73b437212a9a
https://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2018/10/19/how-the-fourth-industrial-revolution-is-impacting-the-future-of-work/#10bae5ed65a7
https://www.teachthought.com/the-future-of-learning/13-likely-realities-the-future-learning/
https://www.the-possible.com/future-of-education-digital-campus-learning-Teaching/https://elearningindustry.com/9-things-shape-future-of-education-learning-20-years
https://www.relocatemagazine.com/articles/education-schools-relocate-global-international-guide-education-in-the-fourth-industrial-revolution
TAYLOR’SUNIVERSITY
YOUR PORTAL TO THE FUTURE
Since its inception, Taylor’s has continuously provided excellent services for its students in terms of diverse study options, relevant curriculum and teaching methods, ongoing partnerships with leading universities worldwide, strong industry linkages, up-to-date facilities and well-equipped campuses. Taylor’s University offers a myriad of courses in tertiary education, from diploma, to degree, post-graduate and professional programmes. Students can choose to enroll in courses emcompassing fields such as Business, Hospitality, Tourism, Psychology, American Degree Program, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Communications, Law, Computer Science, Design, Engineering, Pharmacy, Biosciences, Food Studies & Gastronomy, Medicine, Education and Performing Arts.
The quality of the undergraduate teaching and learning at Taylor’s was acknowledged when it garnered a ‘Tier 5: Excellent’ rating in the Rating System for Malaysian Higher Education (SETARA) by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia in all four audit exercises. Taylor’s University is the best private university in Malaysia for the graduate employment rate indicator under the QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020 exercise; ranked at no. 135 in Asia in the QS Asia University Rankings 2019, and listed in the top 1 percent of universities in Asia. Taylor’s University was also awarded 5-Star rating in six (6) categories of the QS Stars Rating. Taylor’s University was also recognised as the number 14 university in the world for Hospitality & Leisure Management by QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019. Taylor’s was listed in the top 2% universities in the world by QS World University Rankings. These achievements are important milestones for Taylor’s, in line with its aim of becoming one of Asia’s leading universities.
Taylor’s has received numerous recognitions locally and internationally from professional bodies such as the CDIO Initiative (Conceiving, Designing, Implementing, Operating), National Academy of Engineering in the USA and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) to name a few.
Taylor’s continues to play a strong role in developing Malaysia’s human resource capital, and boasts a 100,000-strong alumni, many of whom have become leaders in their respective fields.
ACHIEVEMENTSOUR AWARDS VALIDATE OUR WORLD-CLASSGRADUATES, STANDARDS & FACILITIES
Rating System for Malaysia HigherEducation (SETARA)by theMinistry of HigherEducation Malaysia
TIER5:EXCELLENT
17AWARDS
ranking& ratingsand more from2016 to 2019
UNIVERSITIESWORLDWIDE
TOP 2%
2%
9consecutiveyears of
category in
‘Education& Learning’
Gold Awardin the
Putra Brand Awards
TOP 1%Listed in the
UNIVERSITIESASIA
No.14in the world forHospitality & LeisureManagement Subjectin 2019
109th
in the 2020
1amongst allPrivate Universitiesin Malaysia in the 2019
No.in Business &ManagementStudies
by subject
TOPPRIVATEUNIVERSITYin Malaysiafor GraduateEmployabilityRankings 2020
AWARDS
• Top 200 universities in Asia in the QS Asia Ranking • Awarded 5-Star rating in five (5) categories of the QS Stars Rating• Gold Award in the ‘Education & Learning’ category for the 8th consecutive year in Putra Brand Awards• Gold Award in the ‘Private University/College’ category for the 7th consecutive year in the annual Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Award
2017
• Top 200 universities in Asia in the QS Asia Ranking • Awarded 5-Star rating in five (5) categories of the QS Stars Rating• Gold Award in the ‘Education & Learning’ category for the 7th consecutive year in Putra Brand Awards• Gold Award in the ‘Private University/College’ category for the 6th consecutive year in the annual Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Award
2016
• Ranked 135th in the 2019 QS Asia University Rankings• 4th best university and Asia’s best for the Graduate Employment Rate indicator in the 2019 QS Graduate Employability Rankings• Placed 216th in the world for the Employer Reputation indicator in the 2019 QS World University Rankings• Ranked 21 in the 2018 QS World University Rankings by Subject for Hospitality and Leisure Management• Awarded 5-Star in �ve (5) categories of the QS Stars Rating• Gold Award in the ‘Education & Learning’ category for the 9th consecutive year in Putra Brand Awards• Gold Award in the ‘Private University/College’ category for the 8th consecutive year in the annual Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Awards
2018
• Ranked 109th in the 2020 Asia University Rankings• Top 1% in the world and No. 1 in Malaysia for Employer Reputation based on QS World University Rankings 2020 among Private Universities in Malaysia• No. 1 in Business and Management Studies amongst all Private Universities in Malaysia in the 2019 QS World University Rankings by Subject• We’ve moved up 7 spots to clinch World No.14 in the 2019 QS World University Rankings by Subject for Hospitality and Leisure Management• No. 1 private university in Malaysia for the graduate employment rate indicator in the 2020 QS Graduate Employability Rankings• Awarded 5-Star rating in six (6) categories of the QS Stars Rating• Platinum Award in the ‘Education & Learning’ category at Putra Brand Awards and inducted into the Putra Hall of Fame• Gold Award in the ‘Private University/College’ category for the 9th consecutive year in the annual Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Awards
2019
2011 - 2019
Q S W O R L D U N I V E R S I T Y R A N K I N G S
2019
TeachingEmployabilityFacilities
InternationalisationInclusivenessHospitality & Leisure Management
Private University in Malaysiafor Employer Reputation
QS Asia University Rankings 2020QS World University Rankings 2020
QS Graduate Employability Rate 2020
Gold, 2010 - 2018Platinum, 2019
Hall of Fame, 2019
PRIORITISINGRESEARCH &INNOVATIONTaylor’s University has a firm footing in research and innovation as we believe these e�orts will contribute towards knowledge building and assist in the development of the industry and society at large now and for the future.
We are a university centered on research and innovation initiatives.
We adopt a progressive outlook, embedding research components throughout our programmes and encouraging them at various levels in each faculty.
Our students and faculty members engage extensively in "applied research", which enhances the body of knowledge and creates a direct impact on real world applications.
All academic staff appointed at the degree level actively undertake research within the institution or in collaboration with industries or universities, either foreign or local.
This research work results in creation and dissemination of new knowledge, feeding into the practical application, and ultimately enhances learning at Taylor’s.
OUR RESEARCH CENTRES PLAYA CRUCIAL ROLE IN ELEVATING
THE CAPABILITIES OF OUR FACULTY MEMBERS, THROUGH VARIOUS TRAINING ACTIVITIES AND TECHNOLOGY MAKING US
WORLD-CLASS.
OUR CHANGE COMPASS ANDTELESCOPE INTO THE FUTURE
Law(CRELDA)
Business(CAFÉ)
Business (Case &Research Centre)
Architecture, Building& Design (MASSA)
Engineering(CERD)
Centre for EngineeringResearch and Development
Communication (SEARCH)
Hospitality, Tourism& Food Studies (CRiT)
GLOBALCONNECTIONS
OVER 250 UNIVERSITY PARTNERS FROM 45 COUNTRIES GLOBALLY FOR STUDENT EXCHANGE & SHORT TERM MOBILITY
Taylor’s is strongly committed to its mission of empowering the youth of the world through education, so that they may take their productive places as leaders in the global community.
As one of Malaysia’s oldest, most successful and reputable private education institutions, Taylor’s provides quality education and exposes students to the vast possibilities that await them beyond the classroom walls.
Through its partnerships with international universities and industry members, Taylor’s is committed to providing an outstanding educational experience, guiding and helping students realise their potential to obtain a world-class quali�cation that meets the requirements of a dynamic, global marketplace.
Home to OurInternational Students
International Opportunitiesfor Our Students
TEACHING &LEARNINGSUPPORT
Teaching &Educational
Development
TED complements the work of academic staff to create excellence in teaching through practice, development, and innovation.
We offer workshops and seminars that address a range of timely topics associated with teaching, learning and technology in higher education.
Student SuccessCentre
The Student Success Centre (SSC) assists students as they adjust to university studies.
SSC offers intervention for students via a blend of workshops, personalised 1-to-1 consultations and peer support services to provide learning opportunities throughout the students’ journey towards academic success.
e-LearningAcademy
eLA’s task is to help our academic staff effectively implement the use of technology in transforming the learning journey of students.
This enables them to learn in a collaborative, self-directed and personalised manner, anytime and anywhere.
LIFE SKILLSMODULES & SHINE PROGRAMME
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LIFE SKILLS MODULESLife Skills Modules is an integrated SHINE Core Empowerment Series into University Core Modules for all first year and first semester students at Taylor’s University. It sets the stage for students to start right and a foundational pathway to SHINE Award.
Top employers and research findings indicate that in future, a balance of cognitive and soft skills become more important. In the 4IR, technology like AI will take over most of the cognitive scope staging soft skills as key differentiators for employees and entrepreneurs.
SHINE PROGRAMMEWith a strong commitment to holistic development, Taylor’s University is proud to introduce the SHINE Award - an achievement record that formally recognises and rewards all students who wish to reach their full potential by taking part in fun and diverse extra-curricular activities both on and off-campus.
The SHINE programme is a structured platform that helps our students to organise, manage and track their involvement and achievement in recognised extra-curricular activities using a point system.
The SHINE Programme empowers students with critical skills that employers seek in graduates, the “5Cs”:
THE LIFE SKILLSMODULES FOCUSES ON:
SHINE AWARD
The SHINE Award highlights the achievements and skills obtained by our graduates through their extra-curricular activities. Upon graduation, students who qualify for the SHINE Award will be conferred with a second transcript during their graduation, to complement their academic transcript, thus formally recognising their soft skills.
In order to qualify for the SHINE Award, students must participate in the SHINE Programme. Based on the points that they obtain, students will earn a Platinum, Gold, or Silver ranking in their SHINE Award.
Communication
Creativity &Innovation
Collaboration
Critical Thinking &Problem Solving
CulturalAdaptation
EmotionalIntelligence
SocialAwareness
Self-management
Self-awareness
RelationshipManagement
Shine AwardCentre
VICECHANCELLOR& PRESIDENT'SMESSAGEIntroduced in 2018, the Taylor’s Curriculum Framework is the first-of-its-kind framework in Malaysia, which enables students to combine subjects of study. As a Taylor's student, you will now be able to shape and balance your own study programme. This is unique in Malaysia, adopting similar approaches by world’s leading universities.
The flexibility of our degree and diploma programmes, combined with training modules in employability and life skills, is designed to ensure that Taylor’s graduates are ready to meet future challenges. If you are able to adapt to the seismic change anticipated from the 4th Industrial Revolution, you will always be the first choice for leading employers.
There is much more to Taylor’s University than our programmes. Taylor’s attracts many of the brightest and most creative students from around the world. Our students come together to create a vibrant and exciting community which supports a wide range of sporting, cultural and leisure activities, which have become the hallmark of the Taylor’s experience.
We hope that you will choose Taylor’s University for your higher education and make your own contribution to the Taylor’s experience. Most importantly, let us work together to ensure that when you graduate, you are ready to create your own successful and exciting future.
I hope that what you learn about Taylor’s University will help you decide to make the best possible investment in your future and join our unique Taylor’s community.
We look forward to seeing you at Taylor’s Lakeside Campus.
With very best wishes,Professor Michael DriscollVice Chancellor and President of Taylor’s University.
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This publication contains information, which is current as of January 2020. Changes in circumstances after this date may impact upon the accuracy or timeliness of the information. Taylor’s University does its best to ensure that the information contained herein is accurate, but reserves the right to change any information described in this prospectus without notice. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
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