KUCHING: A total of 1,663 new students of Politeknik Kuching Sarawak (PKS) have begun their studies for Session I 2026/2027 following the closing of the Student Transformation Week (MTS), an orientation programme designed to help them adjust to campus life.
According to a statement released today, the MTS closing ceremony was officiated by PKS Director, Mohamad Nazri Ismail, who urged the students to make full use of their technical and vocational education and training (TVET) to build academic excellence, character and future careers.
He said in the statement that the rising intake of students into polytechnics and community colleges nationwide reflected growing public confidence in TVET as a key pathway in higher education, producing a skilled and competitive workforce to meet industry and national development needs.
Nazri reminded the new intake to uphold discipline, integrity and a spirit of togetherness throughout their studies, while making the most of opportunities to build their knowledge, technical skills, soft skills and leadership ahead of entering the workforce.
He added that PKS remained committed to strengthening TVET delivery through a conducive learning environment, improved service quality and holistic student development, aimed at producing competent and competitive graduates who meet industry needs.
MTS is an annual programme introducing new students to the institution’s learning system, campus culture, character building, leadership and identity formation.
It is considered a key platform in preparing students for academic challenges and instilling leadership values and a culture of excellence as members of the PKS community.
