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SPARK*

We don't just build tech.
We share the thinking behind it.

Spark* is The Empyrean's outreach programme — sharing the ideas and philosophy behind our work with the next wave of tech professionals across Malaysia.

OUR MISSION

We believe the ideas and philosophy behind good technology are worth sharing. Spark* is how we pass them on — through hackathons, campus workshops, and tech talks that give upcoming tech professionals their first real exposure to building technology that matters.

WHY SPARK*

It started with one workshop.

When we started The Empyrean, we kept meeting students full of potential but short on real exposure — most had built nothing larger than a class assignment. The thinking that turns good code into real products simply wasn't being shared with them.

Spark* is our answer. It's not charity, and it's not recruiting. It's the simple belief that the ideas and philosophy behind serious technology are worth sharing with the next wave of tech professionals in Malaysia. So we run hackathons, teach in classrooms, and bring practitioners into rooms where students can ask them anything.

WHAT WE DO

Three programmes. One purpose.

PROGRAMME / 01

Hackathon Support

We sponsor and organise youth hackathons, providing mentorship, judging, and resources for student teams across Malaysia.

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PROGRAMME / 02

School Workshops

Hands-on sessions at schools and universities — coding, robotics, and design thinking taught by working practitioners.

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PROGRAMME / 03

Tech Talks

Introductory talks on AI, software development, and tech careers for curious young minds, taken seriously.

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OUR COLLABORATIONS

Growing together with leading universities.

UTAR · campus partnership
UNIVERSITY PARTNER

UTAR

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman

Joint hackathons and an ongoing internship pipeline focused on AI and full-stack development.

MORE COMING

Additional university partnerships

We're building relationships with more institutions across Malaysia. Get in touch if your school or community wants to collaborate.

JOIN SPARK*

Two ways to get involved.

FOR STUDENTS

Ready to build something real?

Apply to our hackathons, workshops, and mentorship programmes. No prior experience required — just curiosity.

Questions? spark@theempyrean.org

Apply now →

FOR ORGANISATIONS

Bring Spark* to your school or institution.

We collaborate with schools, universities, and community organisations across Malaysia. Let's build something with your students.

Partnership enquiries: spark@theempyrean.org

Partner with us →

FREQUENTLY ASKED

Questions, answered.

Who can apply?
Students from any school or university in Malaysia. Most of our hackathon participants are undergraduates, but we run workshops for secondary-school students too.
Do I need prior coding experience?
For most programmes, no. Curiosity and willingness to build are enough. Some advanced hackathons have prerequisites — we'll always say so on the application page.
Is there a fee?
No. Spark* programmes are free for participating students. Costs are covered by The Empyrean and our partner organisations.
What languages are programmes run in?
Primarily English, with bilingual support (Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin) at specific events depending on the host institution.
Can my school or organisation partner with Spark*?
Yes. We collaborate with schools, universities, and community groups across Malaysia. Reach out via the contact page and tell us a bit about your students.
How often do you run events?
A few major hackathons per year, plus rolling workshops and tech talks. Follow our Insights page or get in touch to be added to the announcement list.