Postgraduate
funding: govt-funded award
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Serdang, Malaysia
"A research university in Serdang, strong in agriculture and life sciences"
At a Glance
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#138 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Universiti Putra Malaysia
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) traces its history to 1931 and the School of Agriculture, and is a public research university in Serdang, Selangor. It is ranked #138 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and is strong in agriculture, life sciences, veterinary medicine, engineering and food science.
Rankings & Recognition
#138
Ranked #138 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=134 in QS 2026).
Accreditations & Memberships
Malaysian research university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Universiti Putra Malaysia's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1931
Roots
#138
QS 2027 Rank
Public research university
Type
Serdang (Selangor)
Location
Popular Programs
Agriculture
Veterinary Medicine
Food Science
Engineering
Biotechnology
Forestry
Application Details
Application Route
Online via UPM admissions
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS (Bachelor)
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5.5 approx. |
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IELTS (Master)
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6.0 approx. |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student pass via EMGS
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Malaysia Intl Scholarship
Career Outcomes
N/A
Graduate Employment
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
N/A
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
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Campus & Location
The main campus is in Serdang, Selangor, with further campuses in Bintulu (Sarawak).
Campus Details
Serdang
+ Bintulu
Campus Forecast
Serdang
Selangor
Main campus
Student residences
Tropical climate
hot and humid all year
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Check university site
Dining
Check university site
Health & Wellness
Medical insurance is compulsory for international students
Activities & Clubs
Check university site
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
N/A
Main Intl. Regions
Asia, Middle East, Africa
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (approx.)
Check university site
Living Cost (approx.)
MYR 1,500-3,000 / month
Health Insurance
Compulsory for intl. students
Intakes & Deadlines
Check the UPM admissions site for intake dates.
Scholarships at Universiti Putra Malaysia
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
School cert; IELTS 5.5 approx.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's; IELTS 6.0 approx.
English Proficiency
IELTS (Bachelor)
IELTS (Master)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Application form
School-leaving certificate or degree
Academic transcripts
English proficiency certificate
Personal statement
Medical report
Proof of financial means
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the UPM admissions site.
2
Apply online
Register on the UPM admissions site and fill in the application form.
3
Upload documents
Upload your documents; some programmes ask for an interview or test.
4
Review
The university reviews your file and sends an offer letter.
5
Accept & pay
Accept the offer and pay the deposit or first-semester fees.
6
Student pass
The university applies for your Student Pass through EMGS; collect it after arrival and complete registration.
Campus & Location
The main campus is in Serdang, Selangor, with further campuses in Bintulu (Sarawak).
Bachelor's
5
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Bachelor's
Agriculture
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Bachelor's
Food Science and Technology
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Bachelor's
Biotechnology
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📍 Serdang
Bachelor's
Computer Science
Master's
3
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Master's
Agriculture (Master's)
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📍 Serdang
Master's
Food Science
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📍 Serdang
Master's
Engineering
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