Govt worried over dwindling number of STEM students


PUTRAJAYA: The dwindling number of students interested in the field of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is worrying the government, says Yeo Bee Yin.

The Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change Minister said in 2018, only 44% of students took STEM subjects, a lot less than the government’s target of 60%.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Bukit Aman stepping up efforts to strengthen integrity, says IGP
No discussion on opposition leader issue, focus is on Sabah polls, says Bersatu MP
Rare earth industry, nuclear energy among key topics in Parliament today
Emergency services running well, say ministries
Seniman ready to provide input on attire
Man strangles, batters son with brick
Sovereignty still intact after US trade deal
Child protections strengthened
Boy stuck in washing machine freed by firefighters
Black Wave making a splash

Others Also Read