17.4.1 Integrating Sustainability into Academic Programmes

UniMAP is firmly committed to meaningful education aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Sustainability elements are embedded across all academic programmes through Programme Outcomes (POs) that promote sustainable practices, as outlined in the Academic Guidebook.

For example, in the Engineering Programme (p. 56), PO7 emphasizes understanding the sustainability and societal impact of engineering solutions. Similarly, in the New Media Communication Programme (p. 488), PO3 focuses on social, cultural, global, and environmental responsibility in professional practice.

UniMAP’s 21 engineering, 13 engineering technology, and 5 diploma programmes are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC) and the Engineering Technology Accreditation Council (ETAC). Both councils require compliance with PO7, which addresses environmental and sustainability competencies, as a mandatory accreditation outcome under the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM).

This accreditation requirement ensures that sustainability and SDG principles are systematically integrated into UniMAP’s curricula, producing graduates who are aware of their professional and environmental responsibilities.

(More info: EAC ADM 2024, ETAC ADM 2024, ETAC ADM 2024 - Diploma, Academic Guidebook)