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Putra Malaysia University

country rank  5
world rank  905

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Overview

Established in 1973, the Universiti Putra Malaysia (Putra Malaysia University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Seri Kembangan (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Selangor. This institution also has a branch campus in Bintulu and Sarawak. Officially recognized by the Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Malaysian higher education institution. Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) 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. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UPM 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Putra Malaysia University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Putra Malaysia University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Putra Malaysia University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Putra Malaysia University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Putra Malaysia University
Colours Red, grey and white
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official Putra Malaysia University general video presentation.

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Campus Location

Address Universiti Putra Malaysia
Seri Kembangan
43400 Selangor
Malaysia
Putra Malaysia University Phone Number +60 (3) 8946 6000
Putra Malaysia University Fax Number +60 (3) 8948 7273
Other locations Bintulu and Sarawak

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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 Putra Malaysia University'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 Putra Malaysia University's academic range and degree level offering.




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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 represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Putra Malaysia University'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 Putra Malaysia University.

Putra Malaysia University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
Not reported Not reported
International
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admission Info

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 Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Putra Malaysia University's admission information.

Putra Malaysia University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Putra Malaysia University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Putra Malaysia University's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Putra Malaysia University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Universiti Putra Malaysia has more than 4700 international students.

Putra Malaysia University's Admission Office Admission Office

Academic Division
Serdang 43400
(3) 8946 6060
(3) 8946 6059

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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Putra Malaysia University.

Putra Malaysia University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Putra Malaysia University has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Putra Malaysia University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Putra Malaysia University's Control Type Control Type

Putra Malaysia University is a public higher education institution.


Putra Malaysia University's Entity Type Entity Type

Putra Malaysia University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Putra Malaysia University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Putra Malaysia University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Putra Malaysia University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Putra Malaysia University's main facilities:


Putra Malaysia University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Putra Malaysia University's Library


Putra Malaysia University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Putra Malaysia University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Putra Malaysia University's main services:


Putra Malaysia University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Putra Malaysia University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Putra Malaysia University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Putra Malaysia University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Putra Malaysia University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Putra Malaysia University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Putra Malaysia University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Putra Malaysia University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA)


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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Putra Malaysia University'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)
  • Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study 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 Divisions

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


Facebook Facebook

Putra Malaysia University's Facebook page Putra Malaysia University's official Facebook page

Twitter Twitter

Putra Malaysia University's Twitter page Putra Malaysia University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Putra Malaysia University's YouTube channel Putra Malaysia University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Putra Malaysia University's Instagram page Putra Malaysia University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Putra Malaysia University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Putra Malaysia University's official TikTok channel

Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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