About IBTE
Preparing learners for real-world careers.
The Institute of Brunei Technical Education (IBTE) is a leading government technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institution under the Ministry of Education. Dedicated to preparing students for real-world careers, IBTE offers hands-on, industry-relevant training that equips learners with the skills and knowledge needed in today’s dynamic job market.
Established on 27 May 2014, IBTE was formed through the restructuring of Brunei’s vocational and technical education system. Since then, it has played a vital role in developing a skilled, competent, and future-ready workforce that supports the nation’s economic diversification and sustainable growth, in line with Wawasan Brunei 2035.
Core Functions
IBTE’s core functions reflect its commitment to delivering quality technical and vocational education, strengthening industry collaboration and developing a skilled, future-ready workforce.
Developing skills.
Building futures.
Qualifications
IBTE offers a range of qualifications across its seven campuses in Brunei-Muara and Belait districts, including:
Diploma
Higher National Technical Education Certificate (HNTec)
National Technical Education Certificate (NTec)
Industrial Skills Qualification (ISQ)
BDQF | Brunei Darussalam Qualification Framework
Industry-Driven, Competency-Based Learning
Working together with industry partners, IBTE develops and delivers competency-based programmes aligned with current labour market demands. This ensures that graduates are not only job-ready but also globally competitive.
& Training
Continuing Education and Training (CET) Division
To support lifelong learning, IBTE’s Continuing Education and Training (CET) Division provides upskilling and reskilling opportunities through a wide variety of short courses tailored to adult learners and working professionals.
ACADEMY
TVET Academy
Established in June 2019, the TVET Academy supports the professional development of IBTE instructors through training, mentoring, research and continuous teaching support. The Academy strengthens instructional knowledge and delivery while developing the pedagogical, personal, social and technical capabilities of technical educators.
Technical Teacher Training Programmes
TVET Academy offers three technical teacher training programmes to support the development of technical educators.