Digital Competency Among Technical & Vocational Education Undergraduate Students

Abstract

The rapid development of digital technology has driven the need for digitalization across various sectors, including education. In Malaysia, digital competence has become a vital attribute for graduates to meet the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. In response, the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia has implemented initiatives to equip graduates with relevant digital skills. This study aims to assess the level of digital competence among undergraduate students at the Faculty of Technical and Vocational Education (FPTV), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM), and to examine differences based on gender and programme of study. A quantitative survey was conducted with 344 students, and data were analysed using descriptive statistics via SPSS. The findings indicate that most students demonstrate an advanced level of digital competence. The study provides insights that can help students and the faculty strengthen digital skills to enhance graduate employability.