What is TVET?
TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) is a practical education model promoted by the Malaysian government. Nova Academy is an IT TVET college whose diplomas are issued by UITM Poland (EQF Level 5), offering programmes in Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, AI Engineering, Creative Multimedia, and Technopreneurship. TVET uses 70% hands-on + 30% theory teaching, with graduate employment rates exceeding 90%. Located at MRANTI Park, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur.
What is TVET?
What is TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training)?
TVET stands for Technical and Vocational Education and Training. It is a practical, skills-based education model that focuses on 70% hands-on training and 30% theory, enabling students to master professional skills for the workplace in a shorter time. Vocational schools and vocational training centres in Malaysia follow this model, regulated by the Department of Skills Development (JPK). Vocational education provides a faster, more affordable pathway to an IT career compared to traditional university.
Why Choose TVET?
- Practical skills first: 70% hands-on training means you're job-ready at graduation.
- Shorter study time: Get your diploma in 18 months, 2-3 years faster than university.
- Low entry requirements: No SPM needed, enrol from age 16.
- High employment rate: TVET graduates have over 90% employment rate.
- Employer recognized: diplomas issued by UITM Poland (EQF Level 5), assessed by private-sector employers on skills and the issuing institution.
- Lower cost: RM15,000-30,000 vs RM60,000-150,000 for private universities.
- Pathway to degree: Continue to degree programmes after completing your TVET diploma.
Nova Academy's IT TVET Programmes
Nova Academy is an IT vocational college and technical training centre located at MRANTI Park, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, whose diplomas are issued by UITM Poland (EQF Level 5). As a leading vocational school in Malaysia, we offer professional diploma programmes in 5 IT specializations: Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, AI Engineering, Creative Multimedia, and Technopreneurship. Through our partnership with UITM Poland, diploma graduates can progress directly to international degree programmes.
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