Malaysian Studies
 
 
Subject Code: PMS1020
Aim of Subject: The objective of this subject is to develop Malaysians who are loyal, patriotic and visionary. The aim of this class is also to produce Malaysians who are proud of their country and able to meet daily challenges so that they can live harmoniously as well as able to appreciate and understand Malaysia’s international role.
Learning Outcome of Subject: At the completion of the subject, students should be able to:
  • Explain Malaysia’s history and society.
  • Discuss the development of society in sense of politics, economy and socio-culture.
  • Reflect on and appreciate the sacrifices made by Malaysia's forefather who fought and defended for the country’s independence and sovereignty.
  • Analyse Malaysia's roles and contributions in the international arena.
  • Instill patriotic values in themselves as to increase nationalism.
Programme Outcomes:
  • Understanding and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities(20%)
  • Ability to work independently as well as with others in a team(10%)
  • Awareness of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities as an engineer(60%)
  • Capability and enthusiasm for self-improvement through continuous professional development and life-long learning(10%)
Assessment Scheme:
  • Course Work- project, presentation, quiz(50% )
  • Final Exam - Written exam(50% )
Teaching and Learning Activities: 42 hours (lectures)
Credit Hours: 3
Pre-Requisite: None
References:
  • Jayum A. Jawan (2002). Politics and Government in Malaysia, Shah Alam: Karisma Publication (TEXTBOOK)
  • Intan (1991). Malaysia Kita. Kuala Lumpur: Institut Tadbiran Awam Negara. (TEXTBOOK)
  • Nazaruddin, Ma’rof, Asnarulkhadi & Ismail, (2003) Malaysian Studies, Nationhood and Citizenship, Pearson and Prentice Hall.
  • Andaya, Barbara Watson & Leonard Y. Yahya (1982). A History of Malaya. NY: St. Martin’s Press
  • Hanna. Willard A. (1964). The Formation of Malaysia. NY: American Universities Field Staff.
  • Mohamed Noordin Sopiee (1974). From Malayan Union to Singapore Separation. Kuala Lumpur: UM Press.
  • Ryan, R.J. (1976). The Making of Modern Malaysia and Singapore. Kuala Lumpur: OUP.
  • Malaysian Studies Module, MMU.
  • Negara Kita (Our Nation), (1980) INTAN.

Subject Contents

  • History of the Struggle for Independence

    • Traditional Malay Government: The ruling structure, and social-economy of traditional Malays.

    • Colonisations Era: Factors of colonisations, reactions of the locals & effects of colonisations.

    • Struggle of Independence: Rise of nationalism; organised movements to oppose colonial powers; establishment of political parties; Negotiation for Independence; & Formation of Malaysia.

     
  • Malaysian Government System & Structure

    • Main component of Malaysia’s government system: Council of Rulers; Executive; Legislative and Judiciary.

    • Malaysia’s Administrative Machinery: Cabinet & Ministry system;Government Department & Commissions.

     
  • The Malaysian Constitution & Malaysia’s Political Process

    • Malaysian Constitution: History of Constitution from Malayan Union to Federation of Malaysia.

    • Main Provisions of the Constitution: Federalism; Parliamentary Democracy & Constitutional Monarchy.

    • Special Provisions of the Constitution: Bahasa Melayu as National language & status of other languages; special rights of Council of Rulers; special provision of Bumiputra & the rights of others; basic human rights; Islam as official religion & status of other religions;citizenship; & special provision for the Bumiputras in Sabah & Sarawak.

    • Parliamentary Democracy & Process of Election: Election Commission & election process; & involvement in election.

     
  • National Development

    • Plural society: Process of the development of multiracial society; & the impact on ethnic relationship.

    • National Unity and Integration: Foundation of national integration and unity; methods of integration in Malaysia; & challenges in the country’s nation development.

     
  • Main Policies

    • National Economic Policy: New Economic Policy; National Development Policy & National Vision Policy.

    • Social Development Policies: National Education Policy, National Cultural Policy, National Family Policy, National Women's Policy, National Youth Policy & National Integration Plan.

    • External policies: Development of external policies; collaboration with external parties; & Malaysia & United Nations.