MP questions need for Islamic subject in private universities
Md Izwan TMI
An opposition MP today called on the education ministry to re-think its move to make Islamic Civilisation studies compulsory for local students in private universities.
DAP Kampar MP Dr Ko Chung Sen said the ministry will make the subject compulsory from Sept 1.
“We strongly urge the education ministry to reverse the ruling and let the individual universities decide on the needs of their courses,” he said during a press conference today.
“If you look at the renowned universities in the world, there is no subject on religion that is made compulsory for its students.
“How will this subject help a student studying medicine, engineering or law?” he asked.
