Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) formerly known as Universiti Pertanian Malaysia was founded in 1971 through the merger of Faculty of Agriculture, University Malaya and Agriculture College in Serdang. The first three founder faculties were Faculty of...
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) formerly known as Universiti Pertanian Malaysia was founded in 1971 through the merger of Faculty of Agriculture, University Malaya and Agriculture College in Serdang. The first three founder faculties were Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Forestry and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science. UPM maintains its traditional role of education in focussing its tertiary level research on agriculture and its relevant areas. In early 80's, UPM has expanded its scope by including science and technology into its areas of studies. In 1994, UPM aspired to be the University of the Next Millennium and in line with its vision, the name of Universiti Pertanian Malaysia was changed to Universiti Putra Malaysia by Malaysia's Prime Minister, Dato' Seri Dr. Mahathir Mohamed on April 3, 1997. This is looked upon as a strategic move in preparing UPM as a versatile, higher learning institution that is in tandem with Malaysia's dynamic technology. Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) has established its vision to become a global player with an internationally reputable community of intellectuals who will make the nation proud for their contributions to scholarly writing and discoveries, and continue to give new meaning to the progress, growth and development of the nation and the world. As part of its goal to produce quality graduates who are competitive and resilient through lifelong learning, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) takes upon itself as one of the driversmaking this vision a reality, albeit within the management discipline.

MISSION

"The University's mission is to be a leading Centre of Learning and Research, contributing not only towards human advancement and discovery of knowledge but also to the creation of wealth and nation building."

VISION

The vision of Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) is to become a world class university, an internationally reputable community of intellectuals who will make the nation proud for their contributions to scholarly writing and discoveries, and continue to give new meaning to the progress, growth and development of the nation and the world.

GOAL

UPM has established eight (8) goals to realize its vision. Each goal has its own specific objectives. The achievement of each objective depends on the execution of the respective action plan. The eight goals are as follows :

1. To produce quality graduates who are competitive and resilient through lifelong learning;
2. To transform UPM into a renowned research university;
3. To upgrade UPM as a renowned center of learning, agricultural and bio-resources services internationally;
4. To enhance a quality management system that is effective, efficient, transparent and client-friendly;
5. To develop and create excellent human resources and professional environment;
6. To promote an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) culture through e-University;
7. To effectively generate and manage University Financial Resources and
8. To establish UPM as the Center of Professional Development Services and Continuing Education.

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About Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) formerly known as Universiti Pertanian Malaysia was founded in 1971 through the merger of Faculty of Agriculture, University Malaya and Agriculture College in Serdang. The first three founder faculties were Faculty of...
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) formerly known as Universiti Pertanian Malaysia was founded in 1971 through the merger of Faculty of Agriculture, University Malaya and Agriculture College in Serdang. The first three founder faculties were Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Forestry and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science. UPM maintains its traditional role of education in focussing its tertiary level research on agriculture and its relevant areas. In early 80's, UPM has expanded its scope by including science and technology into its areas of studies. In 1994, UPM aspired to be the University of the Next Millennium and in line with its vision, the name of Universiti Pertanian Malaysia was changed to Universiti Putra Malaysia by Malaysia's Prime Minister, Dato' Seri Dr. Mahathir Mohamed on April 3, 1997. This is looked upon as a strategic move in preparing UPM as a versatile, higher learning institution that is in tandem with Malaysia's dynamic technology. Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) has established its vision to become a global player with an internationally reputable community of intellectuals who will make the nation proud for their contributions to scholarly writing and discoveries, and continue to give new meaning to the progress, growth and development of the nation and the world. As part of its goal to produce quality graduates who are competitive and resilient through lifelong learning, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) takes upon itself as one of the driversmaking this vision a reality, albeit within the management discipline.

MISSION

"The University's mission is to be a leading Centre of Learning and Research, contributing not only towards human advancement and discovery of knowledge but also to the creation of wealth and nation building."

VISION

The vision of Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) is to become a world class university, an internationally reputable community of intellectuals who will make the nation proud for their contributions to scholarly writing and discoveries, and continue to give new meaning to the progress, growth and development of the nation and the world.

GOAL

UPM has established eight (8) goals to realize its vision. Each goal has its own specific objectives. The achievement of each objective depends on the execution of the respective action plan. The eight goals are as follows :

1. To produce quality graduates who are competitive and resilient through lifelong learning;
2. To transform UPM into a renowned research university;
3. To upgrade UPM as a renowned center of learning, agricultural and bio-resources services internationally;
4. To enhance a quality management system that is effective, efficient, transparent and client-friendly;
5. To develop and create excellent human resources and professional environment;
6. To promote an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) culture through e-University;
7. To effectively generate and manage University Financial Resources and
8. To establish UPM as the Center of Professional Development Services and Continuing Education.

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University information

Total students

18,007

UG students

63%

PG students

37%

International students

6,017

UG students

33%

PG students

67%

Total faculty staff

2,217

Domestic staff

83%

Int'l staff

17%

Tuition fees

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

1,642 USD

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

1,642 USD

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

3,717 USD

Other Expenses

-

Rankings & Ratings

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) is one of the top public universities in Serdang, Malaysia. It is ranked #148 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

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2012
#360
2014
#411-420
2015
#376
2016
#=331
2017
#270
2018
#229
2019
#202
2020
#159
2021
#132
2022
#143
2023
#123
2024
#158
2025
#148

Ranking criteria

Overall

52.3

Academic Reputation

61

Citations per Faculty

25.7

Employment Outcomes

17.5

Employer Reputation

61.9

Faculty Student Ratio

58.8

International Faculty Ratio

36.1

International Research Network

80.5

International Student Ratio

92

Sustainability

53.5

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Campus locations

Main Campus

Universiti Putra Malaysia Campus

UPM Serdang

Serdang

MY

43400

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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)

Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang Malaysia

# 148QS World University Rankings

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Bachelor(6) UG(6)

Bacelor of Arts in Malay Literature with Honours

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Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Language Studies with Honours

Bachelor of Arts in English Language And Linguistics with Honours

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with Honours

Bachelor of Arts in French Language Studies with Honours

Bachelor of Arts in German Language Studies with Honours

Bachelor of Arts in Malay Language And Linguistics with Honours

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture with Honours

Bachelor of Music with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Architecture with Honours

Bachelor of industrial Design with Honours

Bachelor of Accounting (Honours)

Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours

Bachelor of Economics with Honours

Bachelor in Computer Science with Honours

Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Agricultural And Biosystems Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Computer And Communication Systems Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Computer Science (Computer Network) with Honours

Bachelor of Computer Science (Multimedia Computing ) with Honours

Bachelor of Electrical And Electronic Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Process And Food Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Chemistry with Honours

Bachelor of Software Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Agricultural Science with Honours

Bachelor of Animal Science with Honours

Bachelor of Bioindustrial Science with Honours

Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours

Bachelor of Forestry Science with Honours

Bachelor of Horticultural Science with Honours

Bachelor of Nursing Wih Honours

Bachelor of Parks And Recreation Science with Honours

Bachelor of Science Dietetics with Honours

Bachelor of Science Environmental and Occupational Health with Honours

Bachelor of Science Nutrition And Community Health with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Aquaculture with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Biology with Education (Honours)

Bachelor of Science in Biology with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Cell And Molecular Biology with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Timber industry with Honours

Bachelor of Technology in Smart Agriculture with Honours

Doctor of Medicine

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Bacelor of Science in Food Service Management with Honours

Bachelor of Environmental Management with Honours

Bachelor of Environmental Science And Technology with Honours

Bachelor of Food Science And Technology with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with Education (Honours)

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Food Manufacturing Operations with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Food Studies with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Material Physics with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with Education (Honours)

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with Honours

Bachelor of Science in Physics with Education (Honours)