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Universiti Sains Malaysia

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world rank  995

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Overview

Founded in 1969, the Universiti Sains Malaysia (University of Science, Malaysia) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Georgetown (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Penang. Officially recognized by the Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Malaysian higher education institution. Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. USM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universiti Sains Malaysia' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Science, Malaysia
Acronym USM
Founded 1969
Motto Kami Memimpin
We Lead
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address Jalan Sungai Dua
Georgetown
11800 Penang
Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universiti Sains Malaysia Phone Number +60 (4) 653 3888
Universiti Sains Malaysia Fax Number +60 (4) 656 5401

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Universiti Sains Malaysia's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universiti Sains Malaysia's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Universiti Sains Malaysia's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Universiti Sains Malaysia.

Universiti Sains Malaysia: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Universiti Sains Malaysia's admission information.

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universiti Sains Malaysia's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Universiti Sains Malaysia has more than 3900 international students.

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universiti Sains Malaysia.

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universiti Sains Malaysia has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Control Type Control Type

Universiti Sains Malaysia is a public higher education institution.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Entity Type Entity Type

Universiti Sains Malaysia is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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Universiti Sains Malaysia's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

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Religious Affiliation

Universiti Sains Malaysia does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Universiti Sains Malaysia's main facilities:


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Universiti Sains Malaysia's Library


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Universiti Sains Malaysia's main services:


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universiti Sains Malaysia is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universiti Sains Malaysia's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • ASEAN University Network (AUN)
  • Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of Universiti Sains Malaysia's official first-level academic divisions. If you are an official representative you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).




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 Sains Malaysia's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Facebook page Universiti Sains Malaysia's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Universiti Sains Malaysia's X (formerly Twitter) page Universiti Sains Malaysia's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Universiti Sains Malaysia's YouTube channel Universiti Sains Malaysia's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Instagram page Universiti Sains Malaysia's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universiti Sains Malaysia's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

The Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization develops, implements and supports open education.
Universiti Sains Malaysia is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


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