Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) and Queen’s University Belfast have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in various fields focusing on collaboration to enhance education and research institutions’ quality as well as sharing of information and expertise.
The MoU was signed by UiTM Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ts. Dr Hajah Roziah Mohd Janor and Queen’s University Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education and Students), Professor David S Jones. The signing ceremony was attended by representatives from Queen’s University and UiTM including, Professor Dr Thakur Raj Singh, Professor in Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Queen’s University, Prof. Ts. Dr Nor Hayati Saad, Deputy of Vice-Chancellor (Strategy), and Associate Professor Dr Shariza Sahudin, Dean Faculty of Pharmacy, UiTM, on the 25 November 2021.
According to Prof. Ts. Dr Nor Hayati Saad, collaborative partnership with Queen’s University Belfast is in line with UiTM’s vision to be a globally renowned institution in academic and technological excellence.
“UiTM is truly delighted to celebrate the addition of Queen’s University Belfast as our valuable partner. I believe this partnership, initiated by UiTM’s Faculty of Pharmacy, will be a significant opportunity for UiTM to enhance its academic growth and pave ways for greater international connection and networking,” she said. Prof. Ts. Dr Nor Hayati Saad added that future collaborative work between Queen’s University Belfast and UiTM is expected to address some of the current key global challenges based on the two institutions’ diverse research expertise and interest.
Queen’s University is highly respected across the globe as a centre of teaching excellence and innovative research. Queen’s reputation is depicted in various top-ranking achievements, including ranked 43 in the world in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2021 and listed in the top 170 in the world for graduate prospects. Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, the university is part of the prestigious Russell Group of 24 leading UK research-intensive universities and is home to world-class research activities and facilities.
The cooperative relationship following the MoU signing is projected to initiate excellent and sustainable development steps towards the two institutions shared vision in providing top-notch education and research quality and ensuring high graduate employability.