KUALA LUMPUR, 30 April 2026 — Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) has formalised a strategic partnership with MIMOS International Venture Sdn Bhd (MIVSB) to strengthen its efforts in translating research, intellectual property and deep tech innovation into ventures that can grow within Brunei Darussalam and beyond. The collaboration brings together UBD’s research and academic talent with MIVSB’s experience in commercialisation, venture development and market access. Through this...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) congratulates six members of its community who have been awarded the Pingat Indah Kerja Baik (P.I.K.B.), recognising their dedicated service and contributions. The recipients are Dayang Hajah Hartini binti Haji Mohammad Yussof, Dr Sarena binti Haji Hashim, Dr Haji Rozaiman bin Makmun, Dayangku Hajah Norakmarul Ihsan binti Pengiran Haji Sabtu, Awang...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), under the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS), proudly presented UBD Spectrum: ARCHIVIA, the 6th edition of its annual exhibition and the final year showcase by students from the Design & Creative Industries (DCI) 2022 cohort. Organised by 73 graduating students, the exhibition represents the culmination of their academic journey,...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), through its School of Business and Economics (UBDSBE), has been ranked 17th globally among the Top 30 Business Schools of the Islamic Economy 2026. The ranking was released by DinarStandard in collaboration with SalaamGateway, placing UBD among a distinguished group of institutions from across the world. Entering the top 20 globally...Read More
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, 15th April 2026 – Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) reinforces its commitment to sustainability through Rooting for the Future, an internal initiative that aims to expand green spaces and strengthen climate resilience, with a target of planting 1,985 trees over the period of 2025 to 2027. More than increasing tree numbers, by prioritising...Read More
The Universiti Brunei Darussalam School of Business and Economics Student Council (UBDSBEBC) supported advocacy for the young hearing-impaired community in Brunei Darussalam by collaborating with a local organisation, Jari-Jariku Global. Dubbed ‘Hands of Hope’, the inaugural partnership was part of UBDSBESC’s annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Carried out in two parts, the collaboration began...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) showcased the latest innovations in Artificial Intelligence (AI), by presenting a research project in AI and autonomous robot navigation during the Yayasan Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) on 4th April 2026. At the special exhibition, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) has been accepted into the prestigious Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), uniting over 60 leading research universities across the Asia-Pacific region and the Americas. This significant milestone, formalised on 13 March 2026, strengthens UBD’s global academic and research engagement. UBD’s admission reflects the university’s growing research excellence across disciplines including...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) has been placed 7th in Southeast Asia in the inaugural Times Higher Education (THE) South-East Asia Pilot University Ranking, published on 11th March 2026, making UBD the only university from Brunei Darussalam to earn a place in the top 10. Assessed against 104 ranked institutions from ASEAN member states, UBD’s position...Read More
A Khatam Al-Quran Ceremony and Special Tadabbur Al-Quran session was held at Masjid Universiti, Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) in conjunction with the commemoration of Nuzul Al-Quran 1447H, bringing together members of the UBD community for a meaningful religious gathering. The event was jointly organised by the Student Affairs Section, UBD and the Student Representative Council...Read More
