Who We Are?
- UTHM Bitara (Advanced Centre for Continuing Education) — formerly known as the Centre for Continuing Learning and APEL (PPBA) — was established following the merger of the Centre for Continuing Education (CEC) and the UTHM APEL Centre. Operating under the purview of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and International), UTHM Bitara is responsible for planning, managing, and implementing lifelong learning programmes at UTHM, with the aim of supporting the university’s income generation initiatives.
Vision, Mission & Objective
Vision
To cultivate a dynamic culture of lifelong learning that empowers individuals and communities to thrive through continuous knowledge, innovation, personal growth and sustainability
Mission
- To embrace learning as a lifelong journey — seeking knowledge, developing new skills, and applying them to improve myself and my community.
- To design and deliver inclusive, learner-centered programs that nurture curiosity, critical thinking, and adaptability across all stages of life.
- To encourage continuous learning and knowledge sharing, empowering people to innovate, collaborate, and lead positive change in their fields.
Objective
- Provide flexible and equitable access to learning opportunities through diverse modes — including online, blended, and community-based learning.
- Equip learners with up-to-date knowledge, transferable skills, and competencies aligned with industry trends and societal needs.
- Build strong linkages with industries, communities, and global institutions to enrich learning experiences and promote knowledge exchange.
- Utilize digital tools and emerging technologies to enhance engagement, accessibility, and the effectiveness of lifelong learning initiatives.
What We Do
Lifelong learning is a core pillar of UTHM Bitara (Advanced Centre for Continuing Education), reflecting Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia’s (UTHM) commitment to providing accessible and flexible education opportunities for all. Through UTHM Bitara, the university extends its academic excellence beyond traditional boundaries, enabling individuals from diverse backgrounds — including working adults, professionals, and communities — to continuously enhance their knowledge, skills, and competencies.
UTHM Bitara plays a pivotal role in designing and delivering programmes that promote continuous personal and professional development. These include part-time degree programmes, offshore programmes, short courses, professional certifications, Open Distance Learning (ODL) micro-credentials, and Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) pathways. By integrating academic innovation with industry relevance, UTHM Bitara empowers learners to remain competitive in an ever-evolving global economy.
Ultimately, lifelong learning at UTHM Bitara fostering a knowledge-driven society, where education is a continuous journey that supports both individual growth and national development.