75 years since its inception, UPM was announced as one of the recognized 'Research Universities' by the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia. UPM is determined to make the university an internationally reputable research university as well as enhance its efforts and initiatives to develop agricultural based industries as the third engine of national economic growth. UPM is renowned internationally as a multidisciplinary institution of tertiary learning that offers globally recognized and high quality educational programmes. UPM has also made a reputation for itself in the field of research with the multiple awards and recognition it has received both locally and internationally.

UPM is a modern university that offers its students excellent facilities and a vibrant social life within a multicultural setting as well as highly affordable tuition fees and living costs. One of Malaysia's premier universities, it has almost 5,000 staff and a 30,000 student population of which 2,827 are postgraduate students while 1082 are international students from 50 countries.

In addition to our 12 postgraduate programmes in more than 250 fields of study, we also offer a choice of 5 diploma and 53 bachelor programmes. All our programmes are offered through specific centres of excellence to effectively meet the needs of each discipline. These centres of excellence comprise 15 faculties, 9 institutes, 1 academy and 2 schools at the main campus in Serdang, Selangor, Peninsula Malaysia. UPM also has a branch campus in Bintulu, Sarawak.

Strategic Accessibility

UPM's main campus in Serdang/ Selangor, encompasses 1,200 hectares of spectacular natural landscape. It is strategically located in the vicinity of Putrajaya which is Malaysia's administrative capital (the Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC)) and Cyberjaya, Malaysia's Silicon Valley This proximity essentially paves the way for UPM students to connect intellectually with real-world entrepreneurs and decision-makers. Malaysia's highly- developed road system via its network of highways and rail-links ensures efficient public transportation to the campus.

Currently approximately 50% of the faculties in UPM are ISO 9000 certified and nearly 50% of its academic staff have PhD qualifications from world renowned universities. UPM is rated as the leading user of ICT among higher learning institutions in Malaysia, 6th in Asia (ranked by Management Information System magazine, 2003) and 52nd Best Multi Disciplinary University by Asia Week magazine (2000).

In a survey conducted by Asia Inc. magazine (August 2004 and September 2004 issues), the MBA programme conducted by the Graduate School of Management (GSM) at UPM was ranked 1st in Malaysia and 7th in Asia for 2003 and 2004. GSM was rated as one of the best MBA schools in Malaysia and listed in the Best MBA Schools in Asia (Asia Week 2000), With these achievements, the holistic academic quality of UPM is among the finest in the nation and region.

Research Prowess

UPM is involved in collaboration and research projects with the public, private and industry sectors, receiving the highest Intensification of Research Priority Areas [IRPA] grants as well as research grants, scholarships, seminar sponsorships, study tours and research equipment from various national and international agencies. As Malaysia's largest agriculture and agro-bio based tertiary institution, UPM is currently engaged in approximately 553 ongoing research projects worth RM86.263.279 under various categories. The grants include RM253.249 in international research grants (based on the 9th Malaysia Plan).

UPM has a strong tradition of welcoming international students and we take great pride in enabling them to adapt to and assimilate into life in the university. As they acquaint themselves with UPM, they will revel in a peaceful, quiet and serene lifestyle that is conducive to both living and studying in a pleasant smoke-free campus environment. In fact, scores of our students and visitors enjoy taking strolls or even cycling around the green landscape which soothe our senses.

Facilities on Campus

UPM offers excellent facilities to meet the diverse needs of its campus community in line with its philosophy as a premier academic institution of global stature.

Accommodation

There are 17 residential colleges specially designed to accommodate UPM's students. These colleges are fully-furnished with study and computer rooms. Laundry service and other amenities are also available. UPM also has 160 modern apartments on campus to cater for married students.

Graduate Housing Complex

UPM offers graduate housing for married international and local students in the form of modern apartments at the Graduate Housing Complex. International students are advised to make their booking before coming to Malaysia. Conveniently located in the campus, the Graduate Housing Complex provides students with hassle- free accessibility to campus and university facilities, thus offering opportunities for students to promote their intellectual growth within a conducive environment.

For students seeking alternative housing, private houses are available around UPM's vicinity. Suitable nearby housing areas are Serdang Indah (4km), Taman University (6km), Taman Sri Serdang (2km), Bukit Serdang (5km), Serdang Jayo (2km), Seri Kembangan/Serdang Baru (3km), Balakong (4km) and Sungai Besi (6km).

Library

University of Putra (Universiti Putra Malaysia - UPM) Sultan Abdul Samad Library is among the finest in the region with an impressive range of reading materials in diverse formats. This state-of-the-art facility provides various services and is supported by a professional team of library liaison officers.

Sports Complex

UPM's sports complex includes first-rate facilities such as a stadium, an international- standard swimming pool, soccer and rugby fields, and basketball, tennis and badminton courts.

Student Health Centre

This is a modern facility that offers full-fledged medical services including dental, x-ray, physiotherapy and dispensary.

Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Cultural & Arts Centre

This centre fosters a harmonious bond among students of all nationalities, effectively providing them with a platform for cultural activities.

ICT Facilities

University of Putra UPM also has an excellent ICT infrastructure to support efficient and effective teaching and learning. Cyber rest areas and outdoor wireless internet access zones are also available.

Various social and recreational activities are organized to emphasize the positive aspects of inter-racial integration of both Malaysian and international students. The diverse social and cultural values of the students enable interesting interactions among them. There is a scenic jogging track for those who like pleasant nature walks or jogs. There are also equine facilities for those interested.

Other Services

Three local banks are available on campus to provide financial and banking convenience. On-campus bus service is available at a nominal charge. Central parking bays are designated for both students and lecturers. Other services and amenities available include a post office, photography shop, sundry shops, restaurants, cafeterias, bookstores, photocopying outlets and childcare centres.

Tuition Fees and Cost of Living

University of Putra UPM offers quality education at affordable rates. For the master's programmes, the fees for a programme with or without thesis but without credit, ranges from USD2,531 to USDS,072 for the entire programme throughout 2 years whereas a master's programme, without thesis but with credit, ranges from USDS, 600 onwards for the entire programme of 2 years duration. The fees for UPM's PhD programmes range from USD4,640 onwards for the entire duration of 3 years.

In terms of the cost of living, it varies from USD300 onwards depending on your choice of accommodation and other requirements. Given its reputation, quality of education and facilities, UPM has wider admission openings for its postgraduate programmes while its admission for the undergraduate programmes is limited.