When Firdaus, who wants to be referred to by his first name only, graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management, he never thought it would be something he would regret.

Now, years later, Firdaus often thinks to himself that he should not have spent too much to attain tertiary education.

“I paid RM18,000 for my tertiary education. To be honest, I feel a little bit regretful because it is hard for me to find a job that is related to my course,” he told Malaysiakini.

After university, Firdaus found work as...