24 November 2025 — IJN University College has officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), marking an important collaboration in the development of the Bachelor of Psychology with Honours programme.
This strategic partnership aims to enhance academic excellence, promote research collaboration, and expand opportunities for students pursuing psychology and mental health studies in Malaysia.
The ceremony was attended by senior leaders from both institutions:
From UPSI:
- Prof. Dato’ Dr. Md Amin bin Md Taff, Vice-Chancellor
- Prof. Dr. Abdul Talib bin Mohamed Hashim, Dean, Faculty of Human Development
From IJN University College:
- Prof. Emerita Dr. Durrishah Idrus, Vice-Chancellor & Chief Executive
- Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Mohamed Ezani Md Taib, Group Chief Executive Officer
- Dato’ Akmal Arief Mohamed Fauzi, Group Deputy Chief Executive Officer
- Datuk Dr. Shaiful Azmi Yahaya, Chief Clinical Officer
Through this collaboration, both institutions are committed to producing knowledgeable, skilled, and industry-ready psychology graduates—particularly in the rapidly growing field of mental health. This initiative aims to meet national needs by cultivating professionals capable of contributing meaningfully to the well-being of Malaysian society.
In her speech, Prof. Emerita Dr. Durrishah Idrus expressed strong confidence in the impact of this collaboration:
“With this partnership, IJN University College and UPSI will successfully produce future professionals who can contribute significantly to mental health care and overall societal well-being. Together, we aim to become leading institutions in the field of psychology.”
The MoA represents a major step forward in strengthening academic pathways, improving student development, and shaping the future of psychology education in Malaysia.
