Level of Comprehension Among Malaysian University Students on the 1 Malaysia Concept

Abstract

The process to cultivate a sense of solidarity among Malaysians must start from the early stage moreover university students as they are future leaders. Therefore, this study was conducted to evaluate the understanding of the 1Malaysia concept among students of Higher Education Institutions (IPT). The methods of this study were quantitative research and the research questions are to evaluate the level of understanding of the 1Malaysia concept among (IPT) This study was conducted through the dissemination of questionnaires and the sample consisted of local (IPT) students. A total of 1000 manuscripts were distributed and from that 478 manuscripts were returned and analyzed through the SPSS program in series 22. This research found that most (IPT) students are on a medium level of understanding of the 1Malaysia concept. In addition, this study found that these students lack the will to assimilate among them in totality which is the chief objective of the 1Malaysia concept. Therefore, it is recommended that the cultivation of the spirit of unity must begin from as early as the family unit and also at the pre-school level. In addition, emphasis should also be given to the usage of the Malay language as the official language of unity and learning in the universities. It is also recommended that reforms must be made and that elements of national unity must be embedded in all university programs so that it will inculcate openness and acceptance among all citizens towards true national unity. This research was funded under the Ministry of Higher Education Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)