Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is a leading public university in Malaysia, strategically located in the state of Sabah on the island of Borneo. Established in 1994, UMS has evolved into a comprehensive university dedicated to providing quality education while promoting sustainable development and preserving the rich biodiversity and cultural heritage of Borneo.
The university's picturesque main campus, situated against the backdrop of Mount Kinabalu and the South China Sea, offers students a unique learning environment that combines modern educational facilities with natural beauty. UMS is known for its strengths in various fields including Agriculture, Forestry, Marine Science, and Tropical Biology. The university's strategic location makes it an ideal center for tropical and marine research, attracting researchers and students from around the world.
As one of Malaysia's prominent public universities, UMS is committed to academic excellence and innovation in teaching and research. The university offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across multiple faculties, including Medicine and Health Sciences, Engineering, Science and Natural Resources, Food Science and Nutrition, Computing and Informatics, Business, Economics and Accountancy, Psychology and Social Work, Education and Sports Studies, Sustainable Agriculture, International Finance, Islamic Studies, Tropical Forestry, Social Sciences and Humanities, Arts and Creative Technologies, Biotechnology, Tropical Biology and Conservation, Marine Science, and Indigenous Studies.
UMS is recognized by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC), Engineering Technology Accreditation Council (ETAC), Malaysia Medical Council (MMC), Asia Pacific Academic Consortium for Public Health (APACPH), Nursing Board Malaysia (LJM), Board of Counsellors (LKM), Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), Institute of Food Technologist (IFT), International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST), Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA), and has established numerous international collaborations with universities and research institutions worldwide. The university's dedication to quality education and research has earned it recognition in various university rankings and assessments.
The university embraces diversity with a vibrant community of local and international students, creating a multicultural learning environment that prepares graduates for the global workforce. UMS's commitment to sustainability and environmental conservation is reflected in its green campus initiatives and research focus on biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.
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