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About
Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is a public comprehensive university established in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, on November 24, 1994. It is renowned for its picturesque main campus at Sepanggar Bay, offering a stunning backdrop of Mount Kinabalu and the South China Sea, often cited as one of Southeast Asia's most beautiful campuses. UMS is dedicated to providing quality education, promoting sustainable development, and preserving the rich biodiversity and cultural heritage of Borneo, with a strong focus on tropical and marine research.
UNIREAL Score
72/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 72
Overview
- Country
- Malaysia
- City
- Kota Kinabalu
- Established
- 1994
- Students
- 17,045
- Programs
- 115
- Tuition (yearly)
- €3,500
- Admission period
- September – January
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Where is Universiti Malaysia Sabah?
Universiti Malaysia Sabah is located in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.
How much does it cost to study at Universiti Malaysia Sabah?
Typical yearly tuition at Universiti Malaysia Sabah is about €3,500. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to Universiti Malaysia Sabah?
Admission at Universiti Malaysia Sabah usually runs September – January.
What can I study at Universiti Malaysia Sabah?
Universiti Malaysia Sabah offers about 115 programs, including Bachelor of International Finance (International Financial Economics) (Hons), Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Hons), Bachelor of Science (Conservation Biology) (Hons), Bachelor of Science (Marine Science) (Hons), Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) (Hons).
What is the UNIREAL Score of Universiti Malaysia Sabah?
Universiti Malaysia Sabah has a UNIREAL Score of 72/100, calculated from: research activity.
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