News, Policy Updates & Announcements

Over 4,600 Students Enrolled Under FTES So Far: Enrollment Report

Introduction The Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) has released official progress figures for the Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES). A total of 4,694 Sarawakian undergraduates have successfully enrolled and received full tuition coverage across the state’s four participating higher learning institutions. The ministry expects this number to reach 10,000 students as […]

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Student Life & Career Guidance

How to Maintain Good Academic Standing to Keep Your FTES Funding Active

Introduction Securing tuition-free education through the Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) is a life-changing milestone. However, once you are enrolled at Swinburne Sarawak, Curtin Malaysia, UTS, or i-CATS UC, maintaining your award status requires staying on top of your academic performance. While FTES provides 100% tuition coverage for your first undergraduate degree, state funding […]

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Strategic Degree Programs & Courses

The Complete List of 64 Approved FTES Degree Courses (2026 Updated)

Introduction Under the landmark Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES), the Sarawak State Government fully covers 100% of tuition fees for eligible Sarawakian students pursuing undergraduate degrees across four state-owned higher learning institutions: Swinburne University Sarawak, Curtin University Malaysia, University of Technology Sarawak (UTS), and i-CATS University College. To align state education spending with Sarawak’s […]

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Participating Universities & Campuses

i-CATS University College: Career Pathways in Technology & Agrotechnology

Introduction Located in Kuching, i-CATS University College (i-CATS UC) plays an important role in driving Sarawak’s industrial and agricultural modernization. Through hands-on, practical degree programs, i-CATS UC prepares graduates to step into high-demand roles under the Sarawak Digital Economy and PCDS 2030 strategies. Under FTES, students can pursue specialized degrees in high-growth fields with 100% […]

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