No to extra study year, say private institutions


PETALING JAYA: Private institutions of higher learning are not in favour of the Government’s proposal to extend the duration of degree programmes from three years to four. 

The extra year would increase cost and make it less attractive for students, especially foreigners, to enrol in private institutions, according to feedback from several private college operators.  

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