School Leavers Don’t Want To Further Their Studies After SPM: Why?

In recent years, Malaysia has witnessed a notable shift in the educational trajectories of its youth. It is startling to note that a substantial 72.1% of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) graduates opt not to pursue higher education after their secondary schooling, as indicated by data from the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). This trend signifies a growing inclination among young Malaysians towards immediate entry into the workforce. A DOSM report in 2019 painted a telling picture: out of 560,000 SPM candidates, a staggering 390,000 articulated their eagerness to join the workforce immediately post-exams, leaving only 170,000 with a desire to continue their academic journey.

So, what underpins this paradigm shift? As reported by Utusan Malaysia, three primary factors wield significant influence over the decisions of 17- and 18-year-olds.

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