Overview
Founded in 1970, the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (The National University of Malaysia) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Bangi (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Selangor. This institution also has a branch campus in Cheras and Kuala Lumpur. Officially recognized by the Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Malaysian higher education institution. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 54-year-old Malaysian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UKM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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public
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non-profit
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large-sized
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University Identity
| Name | Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia  |
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| Name (English) | The National University of Malaysia |
| Acronym | UKM |
| Founded | 1970 |
| Motto | Mengilham Harapan, Mencipta Masa Depan Inspiring Futures, Nurturing Possibilities |
| Colours | White, cyan, red, yellow and black |
| Mascot | Tern |
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University Location
| Address | Jalan Reko Bangi 43600 Selangor Malaysia |
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+60 (3) 8925 5555 |
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+60 (3) 8925 6484 |
| Other locations | Cheras and Kuala Lumpur |
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Social Media
Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's Facebook page
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's X (formerly Twitter) page
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's YouTube channel
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's Instagram page
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's main LinkedIn profile
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