Higher Education for Refugee Students
From the GED or IGCSE to college, university and work
A refugee student reaching for university carries questions others never have to ask: which institutions will accept a GED, which scholarships are open without a Malaysian identity card, what becomes of a degree if resettlement comes through. We walk beside our students as they find the answers — many of us once asked the very same questions.
Higher Education Support
At Empower Learning System, we guide refugee students from their qualification into higher education. Recognition of the GED varies between institutions in Malaysia, so we help each student confirm entry requirements before committing to a pathway. Our support includes:
University Enrollment Assistance
We provide comprehensive guidance on selecting suitable universities, understanding admission requirements, and completing application processes.
Personalized Counseling
Our experienced advisors offer one-on-one counseling sessions to help students identify their academic interests and career aspirations, ensuring they find the right fit for their higher education journey.
Scholarship and Financial Aid Guidance
We help refugee students find the scholarships and financial aid they are actually eligible for, and work through the applications with them.
Preparation for University Life
We offer resources and workshops to prepare students for the academic and social aspects of university life, helping them acclimate to their new environment.
Skills Development Initiatives
In addition to academic support, we emphasize the importance of skills development to enhance employability. Our initiatives include:
Workshops and Training Programs
We organize workshops focused on essential skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, equipping students with the competencies needed in today's job market.
Internship Opportunities
We connect students with internship programs that provide practical experience, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-world settings and build professional networks.
Career Counseling
Our dedicated career advisors assist students in exploring various career paths, preparing resumes, and honing interview skills to increase their chances of securing desirable positions.
Lifelong Learning
We encourage students to embrace continuous learning through online courses and certifications, fostering a mindset that values personal and professional growth.
At Empower Learning System, our Higher Education and Skills Development programs help refugee students turn a qualification into a future — whether that future unfolds here in Malaysia or in the country where their family begins again.
Getting the qualification first
University and college entry needs a recognised secondary qualification behind it. Depending on your age and how your schooling went, that is either Cambridge IGCSE or the GED — and Waris Ahmed, who came to Malaysia as a refugee in 2019 and passed the GED with us, is going on to a Bachelor of Science in Health Science on exactly this route.