Universiti Malaysia Perlis
(KUKUM)
About
Universiti Malaysia Perlis is a Malaysian public institution of higher learning located in Perlis. It was previously known as Kolej Universiti Kejuruteraan Utara Malaysia. It was established as the 17th Public Institution of Higher Learning in Malaysia on 25 July 2001. The first Vice-Chancellor is YBhg. Datuk Prof. Emeritus Dr. Kamarudin Hussin and the current Vice-Chancellor is YBhg. Lt Kol Prof....
Universiti Malaysia Perlis is a Malaysian public institution of higher learning located in Perlis. It was previously known as Kolej Universiti Kejuruteraan Utara Malaysia. It was established as the 17th Public Institution of Higher Learning in Malaysia on 25 July 2001. The first Vice-Chancellor is YBhg. Datuk Prof. Emeritus Dr. Kamarudin Hussin and the current Vice-Chancellor is YBhg. Lt Kol Prof. Ts. Dr. Zaliman Sauli. On 7 February 2007, KUKUM was upgraded to a full-fledged university and got its present name. Its logo, used since 2003, was rehashed as the logo of the University.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 1001 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 8 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 10,470
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 13.0 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 3%
- Female : Male
- 47 : 53
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
QS
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials Science | 401-550 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 501-575 | - | 2025 |
THE
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Sciences | 801â1000 | 27.5 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1251+ | 9.6 | 2026 |
US News
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials Science | 917 | 18.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,253 | 18.4 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =1,301 | 18.4 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Universiti Malaysia Perlis?
Universiti Malaysia Perlis's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1001-1200, THE Rank 1501+, US News Rank =2,140.
When was Universiti Malaysia Perlis founded?
Universiti Malaysia Perlis was founded in 2001.
What are the top subjects at Universiti Malaysia Perlis?
Top subjects at Universiti Malaysia Perlis include: Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering, Physical Sciences.
Where is Universiti Malaysia Perlis located?
Universiti Malaysia Perlis is located in Perlis, Malaysia.