Education

Cultivating Sustainability Champions Through Transformative Education

Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) is dedicated to delivering high-quality education while embedding sustainability into it’s core mission and practices. As Brunei’s premier higher education institution, UBD recognises the critical role of education in shaping future leaders and professionals who are not academically accomplished but also mindful of the social, environmental, and economic consequences of their decisions.

Sustainability is woven into UBD’s educational framework across disciplines. In line with its vision to contribute to the global sustainability agenda, UBD integrates economic, environmental and social sustainability into its teaching and learning practices. Students actively engage with sustainable development issues through dedicated courses, sustainability-focused projects, research opportunities, and community outreach initiatives designed to promote sustainable practices and awareness within the community

Sustainability Education

UBD is dedicated to delivering transformative education aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring that all students, regardless of their discipline, acquire relevant and practical knowledge on sustainability.

These modules are integrated across diverse faculties, including Sciences, Engineering, Education, Business, Health, and Social Arts, reflecting UBD’s commitment to sustainability in all areas of study. Plans are in place to expand the number of sustainability-focused modules, further strengthening this commitment

By offering core and elective module focused on sustainability principles, UBD ensures that every graduate is well-informed about the SDGs and equipped with the skills to drive sustainable development in their future careers

Innovation of Teaching and Learning Centre (InTELECT)

InTELECT at Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), serves a hub of innovation dedicated to promoting teaching excellence in education. The centre focuses on enhancing the quality of education through a variety of initiatives, including workshops and training programs designed to empower educators to the latest pedagogical skills and methodologies.

By fostering collaboration with local and global industry experts, InTELECT strengthens the ties between academia and the professional world, ensuring that teaching practices are relevant and impactful. Through its commitment to continuous improvement, InTELECT is instrumental in shaping a dynamic and effective learning environment at UBD.

Lifelong Learning

The Centre for Lifelong Learning (C3L) at Universiti brunei Darussalam (UBD) plays a pivotal role in enhancing the student learning experience by promoting the importance of Lifelong Learning.

Guided by the vision of Teaching, Inspiring Lifelong Learning, C3L strives to cultivate a passion for continuous education through various initiatives. These include integrating lifelong learning principles into existing modules, offering specialised programs, and creating activities that foster this mindset among students.

C3L also develops Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs fro UBD alumni and non-UBD graduates, allowing indiciduals to upgrade their skills or explore second careers. Additionally, the centre offers non-formal learning opportunities for Bruneians and the general public, supporting both personal and professional growth.

UBD ensure that lifelong learning opportunities are accessible to everyone, regardless of ethnicity, religion, disability, socioeconomic status, or gender. By providing flexible and accessible lifelong learning options through blended learning formats, C3L enables students and the public to pursue higher education qualifications, whether through non-certificate, certificate, or degree programs. The centre also engages in research focused on next-generation learning technologies to enhance online learning experiences.

For more information about UBD’s programmes and the admission process, please visit UBD’s Admission Page. This page provides detailed insights into available programmes, entry requirements, application procedures, and other essential information

Sustainability Training

As a university, UBD is committed to supporting national goals towards sustainability as outlined in Wawasan Brunei 2035. To achieve this, the university actively promotes knowledge, awareness, and engagement among staff, students, and the wider university community. Annual training, forums, conferences, webinars, and seminars are held focusing on environmental and social sustainability. Here are some of the sustainability-focused training programs from 2024, featuring strong staff participation, with several also involving student participations.

Social Sustainability Training

Social and Environmental Sustainability Training