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Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with OSCO Sdn Bhd, on 16th October 2025 at the UBD Campus. The collaboration reflects UBD’s ongoing commitment to strengthen academia-industry partnerships in advancing education, research, and innovation. The MoU was signed by UBD Vice-Chancellor, Dr Hazri Haji Kifle, and Jimmy Chan, Project Manager of […]

On 11th October 2025, the sky above the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium lit up with a stunning drone light show and fireworks as field performances entertained an excited and grateful crowd of 21,000 people during the Malam Gemilang UBD Drone Show, co-organised by Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) and Imagine Sdn Bhd. Gracing the festive event […]

Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) has surged more than 150 places in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, breaking into the global Top 351-400, a significant rise from last year’s 501–600 position. UBD is also ranked Top 7 among universities in Southeast Asia, reaffirming its growing reputation and academic excellence in the region. […]

BELAIT – The Institute for Biodiversity and Environmental Research (IBER) at Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) officially launched ‘Badas Tree Planting Project Phase 2’, in collaboration with Brunei Shell Petroleum Company Sdn Bhd (BSP) and the Brunei Forestry Department. This latest initiative marks the continuation of the ‘Badas Tree Planting Project’, a long-running science-based reforestation effort […]

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Four exceptional students from Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) were awarded the prestigious Chancellor’s Scholar UBD scholarships for the 2025/2026 academic session to pursue their Master’s and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and […]

On 13th and 27th September 2025, Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) jointly hosted the Sustainability Collective E-Exchange Programme 2025 with Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore and HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College, Hong Kong. Connecting 30 students from the three institutions to collaborate on real-world sustainability challenges, the two-day virtual exchange was designed to encourage […]

Bandar Seri Begawan – Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) and Northern Trust signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 22nd September 2025 to develop digital and financial technology (fintech) talent and strengthen academic-industry collaboration. The MoU establishes a framework for Northern Trust and UBD to work together on research and development initiatives in areas such as […]

Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) is dedicated to nurturing holistic, global citizens through innovative, technology-driven education and research, aligned with Brunei Darussalam’s aspirations and Malay Islamic Monarchy (MIB) principles, aiming to develop ethical leaders spearheading sustainable contributions. Announced during the 37th Convocation Ceremony this year, the reformed curriculum ‘GenBESTARI’ is a synergy between the academic and […]