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Do you need a degree to be an actor/actress

Admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:35:31 +0000

If you have the dream to be an actor/actress after Form 5, do you still need to pursue your tertiary education? Do you still nee a college degree? In this segment we have interviewed one of our local star ‘Julian Cheah’. Although he has a lot of ego to offer to the public he has some great advice for young teenagers who are on the track to pursue their career as an actor/actress after SPM. “Do you need to pursue a degree if you are keen to be a movie star?”

Tell us a little about your self Julian?

I am an actor and film producer making a career out of movies. When not making films, I lead a very quiet life with my family and close friends.
I enjoy making films for the depth of communication which the medium allows, even to international markets.
I also get satisfaction out of changing or re-defining ideology for the way people are shown and think in the world.

Which university did you pursue your education ?

New York University (NYU) for a film degree.

How did you end up choosing that university as your place to study?

I went to an American university counselling centre and they said that NYU has a good film school.

Some believe that being an actor, you need not need to pursue tertiary education? Is it true?

A lot of actors make it without needing to go through college or university, it depends on luck. To make it big in the business, it is about talent and the people you know and the deals you strike to make it possible for you to get your success, so a university degree is totally useless in this respect. Having said that, considering how tough it is to make it in the movie business, it is wise for people to get a degree in any other major, be it law or business administration, so that if you fail as an actor or filmmaker (and unfortunately, most people will because of the toughness and coldness of the profession), you have something else to obtain success for your life.

How does your tertiary education benefit you as an actor?

It doesn’t really, except maybe give you a better perspective of people, world situations and life, which may lead an actor to sharpening his/her performance of roles, but apart from that, tertiary education doesn’t help in any way at all. Look at Hong Kong, where a lot of acting roles are given to popular singers with hardly any education, just because producers think that their music fans will pay for cinema tickets. Sad to say, unlike medicine, law, architecture or accountancy, a university degree does not impress producers into giving anyone acting roles.

Would you recommend any good colleges/universities to students who wish to pursue their education in the film industry?

To be honest, for those really serious about wanting to make some kind of success in the film industry whether as a star or director, they should just mingle with known film people and work their way up by developing relationships and getting breaks. In other words, start with actual film crews which are in production and get any position given, then just work and try to make friends who can give you the opportunities that you need. To sum it up, university degrees are a waste of time in the film business. If you want to secure yourself in life, get a law or business degree instead. If you want to be brave and plunge into the movie business, then just dive in and hope for the best.

Off Campus University Utara Malaysia

Admin — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:41:50 +0000

Now You Can Study While Working. The program offers easy and flexible work and study program for students and adults. The course is expected to complete withing 1.5 years. This course will help you to prepare for a better career prospect. It is important to continue your education after SPM regardless you earn a lot of money at present. A proper education is a long term investment and it will surely benefit any candidate who aim high few years down the road.

AN OFF CAMPUS PROGRAMME

Recognised Programmes from Universiti Utara Malaysia.
Flexible & easy to follow modules.
Affordable course fee – RM9500.
EPF withdrawal and monthly installment.
Taught by qualified academicians from UUM and Industry Practitioners.
Designed for career development and promotion.

Programmes offered

Executive Diploma in Business Management
Executive Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Allianze University College Medical Sciences

Admin — Sun, 06 May 2012 17:56:20 +0000

This is another university in Malaysia specializing in Medicine and Allied Health Science Course. This colleges is situated in Kuala Lumpur and Kulim. Currently the college offers various Medicine programs which can be describe as below

Degree in Medicine
Nursing
Physiotherapy
Pharmacy
Healthcare management
Environmental health

Step by Step to success

Admin — Fri, 04 May 2012 09:33:27 +0000

Not many people managed to achieve their dream job/ ambition when they graduate from tertiary education. The Asian mentality is so different from the western thinking where a child is able to carved their educational path after16 years old. This is a true story about a young man who managed to carved his way to success and embraces the rough and strong tide to accomplish his dream to be a teacher.Finally he made it wsuccess and managed to pleased both his parents.

Since he was 12 years old, while holding his favorite math book, Justin has made up his mind to take up teaching course after he graduate from SPM. At the age of 17 he completed SPM, looking forward to study “Teaching” . When his parents found out , they tried hard to talk him into taking up Engineering so that he can be someone they would be proud of. Eventually, Justin took up engineering trying not disappoint them. He struggled for 5 years in thE engineering school. He did not enjoy it but he kept on reminding himself that one day he would use his knowledge and continue his dream. As soon as he graduated from MMU University, he workEd as a Test Engineer and practice as home tutors under the guidance of Sunflower Tutorial Agency. He thought Add Math and Physics.

A Levels or STPM for Medical Students

Admin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:12:59 +0000

This is a second interview with our doctor Collins. He has given a lengthy answer weather students should continue with the STPM, or A Levels if they want to pursue in the field of Medicine. The information here would give students the idea how they can chart their journey to achieve their desired dream to be future doctors.

a) If i am interested in taking up Medical Degree. Should i go for STPM or A level’s. Which is better for me? - From Aqilah SPM 2011

b) Do University provide Foundation if I want to skip from taking STPM or A levels? – From Jane SPM 2011

c) Where did you pursue your A levels? Jeremy

d) Should i study locally or abroad? Can you help me? Ooi Jen Yee

e) During houseman ship, can you choose your hospital to work at or the board will assign you to designated location to conduct your houseman ship?

f) How many years should you sever your houseman ship?

The Life during and after Medical School

Admin — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:36:13 +0000

What was life during/after graduating from Medical School? Here was a brief interview with Dr Collins. The Interview was conducted via email with the intention to help SPM students to view the life behind a successful doctor. With this small allocation in the interview session, we hope his biography will inspire more Malaysian to pursue their dream to be a doctor.

Hi Collins

I run an educational portal hoping to inspire young mind to follow the correct footsteps in the Medical Field. Here are some of the questions i hope you can enlightened us. Before we start our interview, i would like to thank you for the opportunity given to help my fellow students. Your journey will be shared along with all my 13, 000 students across Malaysia.

How do you plan for your studies during school days and university days? Do you study everyday?
Which university did you attend to complete your medical program?
What are the core moral ethics do you practice when you graduated as a doctor?
Is doctor’s life stressful?
Is studying medical degree stressful? How many hours do you need to allocate to complete your studies
In our recent conversation, you mention that you are not smart but hardworking ? Are you workaholic? How do you define working hard?
any last advice to SPM 2011 students who are heading to pursue their degree in MBBS

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A Levels, Foundation or STPM

Admin — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:01:16 +0000

It is after your SPM and what is next to come? Should you proceed to A levels, Foundation or STPM? What are your choices if you would like to continue your education? Many student are not aware of the advantages and disadvantages when they choose their educational path? Some are even confuse and make the wrong move.

International Foundation course will only be useful if students who are certain to enter a particular universitie or college. Many colleges offers foundation studies but reputable universities such Oxford and Cambridge prefers students with A Levels qualifications. A Levels’ qualifications are world recognized. The qualification is recognized for all universities around the world. Most of the overseas universities do require students to complete their A Levels before enrolling. STPM is equivalent to A levels… It is not easy to sit for STPM because the standard is higher compared to SPM or Foundation. Once you have accepted into STPM, students can apply into any government universities. Usually Government universities will have special placement for STPM students. If you looking to study medicine locally, please choose STPM because it is easier to be accepted into many local universities

Advantages and Disadvantages of STPM

2 years duration
Tougher compared to SPM or foundation studies
Students have better placement into local universities compared to SPM students.
IT is compulsory if you are looking to study Medical Course
Only recognized in Malaysia and not worldwide
It is equivalent to A levels but there is no international recognition for STPM
Cheaper compared to A levels

Advantages and Disadvantages of A Levels

World recognition to reputable universities
More choices when choosing the right universities or courses. Very versatile
Some universities enforce students to sit for A levels before enrolling first year in University course
Tougher compared to SPM or International Foundation
2 years duration and might be waste of time.

International Foundation

1 year duration into the first year of universities
Usually foundation is only applicable for the particular universities and this qualification might not be transferable
Students who wants to study medicine might not benefit in the foundation course because it is compulsory to undergo A Levels or STPM at minimum
International Foundation is easier to study compared to A levels. The failure rate is less compared to A levels

Conclusion:
If you have decided t pursue your study in any particular field or university, students just need to enroll in Foundation studies. This is because it saves time and some foundation studies prepare students well for the first year of college education. However, if you are not certain about your educational path, we would recommend either A levels or STPM. A levels will prepare you for private universities or to study abroad. STPM are more suitable for students who wish to pursue their education in local universities or in medical field

Rooms Rent Near KDU

Admin — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:35:51 +0000

Besides from finding the right college, students would like to look into the most affordable/cheapest rentals in Penang within the walking distance to KDU. Most parents are looking for affordable rental solutions when studying abroad.

Stay Outside KDU Hostel
Desa Pelangi Condominium : Around RM 600 per room
Logan Ville Apartment: Around RM 400 per room
Desa Samudra Apartment: Around RM 600 per room
Arraton Court : ARound RM 450
Noble Villa : RM 500 per room

Cost of Rental in KDU Hostel:
The cost of the rental for houses will rely on the type of rooms, and the furnishing in the room. We cant disclose the price but be well assure that the houses are well maintained and normally conducive. The hostel is within the walking range to the KDU and well equip with amenities for your ease.

The hostels are furnished, well-maintained and equipped with the necessary amenities. While residents are responsible for the cleanliness of the premises, professional cleaners are engaged for thorough weekly cleaning. Hostel apartments are also provided with 24-hour security services to ensure residents’safety. Facilities avaliable in KDU apartments are : a central kitchen, dining hall, games area, laundry room with washing machines, a common TV room and study rooms.

Penang Campus
The Student Service Department (SSD) Office,
Tel: (604) 2266368 ext. 113
Fax: (604) 228 0054
E-mail: tslee@kdupg.edu.my

Master in Education USM

Admin — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 18:21:26 +0000

Come, lets pursue your master in the field of Education. USM is offering Master in Education for those who keen to pursue their career in lecturing, educational counselor, education psychologist, officer in the ministry of education, curriculum developers and etc. A Master Degree will grant will help you in specializing some your niche in the education line. Student who enroll as Master in Education must undergo

Coursework (32 Units)
Research (8 Units)

Read more for the REQUIREMENTS to join MASTER EDUCATION

Online Colleges in USA

Admin — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:27:36 +0000

Keen to get a degree from reputable US colleges, we would like to recommend you a few choices where emphasis on great quality of education and good recognition from the world, University of Phoenix, Devry University, International Academy of Design and Technology, American Intercontinental University and Walden University.

Online courses offered

University of Phoenix

Accounting
Finance
Global Management
Human Resource
Project Management
Business
Criminal Justice US Law
Healthcare administration
Psychology
Information Technology
Web Design
Programming
Networking