Innovating the Future: SEGi IT Students Compete Among Malaysia’s Brightest


Kota Damansara, 17 October 2025 — Students from the Information Technology programme under SEGi University’s Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology (FoEBEIT) made their mark at the Huawei National Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Competition, demonstrating their talent, innovation, and technical expertise on a national stage.

领导 Dr Siti Norbaya DaudDr Aida Maryani Abd Rashid, the SEGi team showcased exceptional skill and teamwork throughout the event. Their participation reflects SEGi’s strong commitment to industry-relevant learning and preparing graduates who are ready to lead in the fast-evolving digital landscape.

The Huawei National ICT Competition is a prestigious annual challenge that tests students’ technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and ability to innovate in real-world scenarios involving networking, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and algorithm design. Students were guided to approach each challenge strategically, demonstrating not only technical skill but also analytical thinking and adaptability — key traits of future-ready professionals.

Assoc. Prof. Dr Norriza Hussin served as the invigilator for the national round, ensuring fair assessment and maintaining the integrity of the competition.

Speaking on the experience, the faculty expressed pride in their students’ drive to apply classroom learning to real-world challenges. Events such as these, they said, are vital for bridging the gap between academia and industry, helping students gain exposure to global standards, collaboration, and digital transformation.

Beyond competition, this participation underscores SEGi’s ongoing mission to foster globally competent IT professionals who can thrive in dynamic, technology-driven careers. It also reinforces the university’s role in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4 – Quality Education, and SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals) through impactful academic–industry collaboration.