The introduction of Vote 18 in Malaysia, which allows youths beginning at the age of 18 to be eligible to vote, has altered the course of elections in this nation. As a result, some insights may be valuable in anticipating how this group of individuals will perceive things given that they may differ from earlier generations, particularly among students in tertiary education. Therefore, this study aims to identify the factors that influence tertiary education students in the selection political parties, identify the students' latest views on political parties and identify aspects of student aspirations from political parties. On students enrolled in tertiary education in the Klang Valley, a pilot survey was carried out utilizing an online survey platform. In this pilot study, 252 participants from various backgrounds participated voluntarily. The findings indicate that 61.1% of students stated that suggestions from family members impact their decision to vote for a particular political party when asked about the factor that influences their choice of political parties. When asked about their opinions of political parties, students unanimously agreed that they wanted a party that would look out for their interests, be free of corruption, transparent, and able to carry out their manifestos, with close to 100% agreement across the board. The students also unanimously agreed that they wanted a political party that would benefit them in terms of career opportunities, educational opportunities, and accessibility. The results of this pilot study are crucial in giving a preliminary picture of the current perceptions of young in Malaysian elections, particularly among tertiary students. It is advised that this study be expanded into a larger study so that the conclusions can serve as the main source of reference when discussing the needs and viewpoints of students when voting.
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