PROJECT NEWS

DIGITAsia Equipment Handed Over to IUM

 
The Islamic University of Maldives (IUM) marked an important milestone in its digital transformation journey with the official handover of equipment provided through the DIGITAsia Project. Read more

VC Conducts Mid-Semester Review to Evaluate Hybrid Course Progress

 
MALE, Maldives — Continuing its momentum in educational innovation, Villa College successfully conducted a comprehensive Mid-Semester Review for the VCM DIGITAsia Work Package 3 on Monday, June 29, 2026. The session focused on evaluating the ongoing piloting phase of the institution's newly redesigned hybrid courses. Read more

UKM Strengthens Teacher Capacity Through Education 5.0 DIGITAsia Training Workshop

 
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), 10 February 2026 – Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) continued its commitment to advancing digital transformation in higher education through the organisation of the Bengkel Pendidikan 5.0: Digital Transformation of Higher Education (DIGITAsia). Read more

Education 5.0 Training Programme Reaches Implementation Phase at MNU

 
The Maldives National University (MNU) has successfully commenced the implementation phase of the Education 5.0 – Digital Transformation of Higher Education Training Programme, marking a significant milestone in the DIGITAsia Project's Work Package 2 (WP2): Skilling-Up for Education 5.0. Read more

Capstone Workshop held at SLTC

 
The SLTC Teacher Training Capstone Workshop, held on 29th April 2026, brought together 20 teachers from diverse faculties under DIGITAsia Work Package 02: Skilling Up for Education 5.0. Read more

IUM Advances Digital Transformation Through DIGITAsia Training Programme

 
The Islamic University of Maldives (IUM) successfully conducted the “Education 5.0 – Digital Transformation of Higher Education” Training Programme under the DIGITAsia Project initiative, bringing together academic staff from across the university to strengthen future-ready teaching competencies and digital education practices. The programme was attended by 60 academic staff members, reflecting IUM’s institution-wide commitment to advancing digital transformation and innovation in higher education. Read more

VC Hosts Successful Phase 2 Onboarding Workshop and Capstone Presentations

 
MALE, Maldives — Villa College has successfully concluded the VCM DIGITAsia Piloting Phase 2 Onboarding Workshop for Work Package 3. The milestone event, which took place on March 14, 2026, culminated in the final presentation of innovative Capstone Projects by participating faculty members. Read more

DIGITAsia Education 5.0 Training Programme Begins at UTM

 
Tuesday, 27th January 2026 - Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) officially launched the DIGITAsia: Education 5.0 – Digital Transformation of Higher Education Training Programme today with the successful implementation of its first on-site synchronous session, marking an important milestone in UTM’s ongoing commitment towards digital transformation in higher education. Read more

DIGITAsia Consortium Advances Education 5.0: Key Milestones Achieved at Maldives Meeting

 
The Erasmus+ project DIGITAsia – Digital Transformation of Asian Higher Education consortium held its second project meeting in the Maldives from 27 to 30 October 2025. The event was jointly hosted by the Maldives National University (MNU), the Islamic University of Maldives (IUM), and Villa College Maldives (VCM), bringing together representatives from partner institutions across Europe and Asia to review progress, share experiences, and plan the next phase of project implementation. Read more

DIGITAsia Project Meeting to Be Held in the Maldives: Advancing Digital Transformation in Asian Higher Education

 
The Erasmus+ project DIGITAsia – Digital Transformation of Asian Higher Education consortium will hold a meeting in the Maldives from 27 to 30 October 2025. The event will be jointly hosted by the Maldives National University (MNU), the Islamic University of Maldives (IUM), and Villa College Maldives (VCM), bringing together representatives from partner institutions across Europe and Asia to review project progress and coordinate the next phase of implementation. Read more