OBJECTIVE:

UCSI University offered the Yale University’s acclaimed “Life Worth Living” course as part of its Elective (ELE) subjects in the May 2025 Semester. This partnership (SDG 17), led by Yale’s Centre for Faith & Culture, positions UCSI as the principal partner in Malaysia, alongside Universiti Malaya and International Islamic University Malaysia.

Guided by Yale-trained facilitators, students are invited to pause and reflect deeply on questions often overlooked in busy academic life:

• How am I living on auto-pilot?
• What truly gives my life meaning and purpose?
• How can I navigate my future with greater intention and integrity?

Key Advantages for UCSI Students:

✅ Reframe Your Life Direction
Move beyond routine and discover what really matters to you – not just for your career, but for your well-being, relationships, and sense of purpose.

✅ Enhance Mental & Emotional Resilience
Learn reflective practices that reduce burnout, clarify values, and strengthen inner grounding – directly supporting SDG 3 (Good Health & Well-Being).

✅ Learn from a Yale-Developed Curriculum
Access world-class pedagogical content from Yale University, right here at UCSI – without travel or tuition fees abroad.

✅ Develop Critical Reflective Skills
Gain tools to question assumptions, engage with diverse worldviews, and make more authentic decisions in life and leadership.

✅ Earn ELE Credits
Fulfill your elective requirements while taking a course that has transformed thousands of students globally.

✅ Boost Your Graduate Profile
Stand out to future employers and postgraduate programmes with demonstrated experience in ethical reasoning, self-awareness, and purpose-driven thinking.

Aligned with the UCSI SDG Commitment:

This course directly advances SDG 4.7 – ensuring learners acquire knowledge and skills to promote sustainable development, including through values-based and holistic education.