Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) and Open University Malaysia (OUM) formalised their partnership by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on October 25.
The agreement was signed by UBD Vice-Chancellor Dr Hazri bin Haji Kifle, and Vice-Chancellor of OUM Professor Dr Ahmad Izanee bin Awang.
Also present were Assistant Vice-Chancellor (Industry Engagement and Enterprise Development) of UBD Dr Haji Masairol bin Haji Masri, and Vice President (Academic and Research) of OUM Professor Datuk Dr Mohd Tajudin Md Ninggal.
The vice-chancellor of UBD was in Malaysia to attend OUM’s 28th Convocation held at Merdeka Hall, World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur.
The MoU outlines several collaborative areas, including the exchange of students and faculty, joint academic publications, research initiatives and internship opportunities. Both institutions are particularly focused on enhancing lifelong learning opportunities, aiming to contribute to international policies in this area.
