How to Apply
Malaysian
1. Main Channel (Through the UPUOnline System)
Applications for admission to UPM's undergraduate programs, including Diploma and Foundation in Science programs, are made through the UPUOnline system managed by the IPTA Student Admission Division (BKPA) under the Ministry of Higher Education. Here is general information about the Diploma and Foundation in Science programs offered at UPM, including the program list, general requirements, and tuition fees.
2. Inclusive Channel (Direct Application to UPM)
Inclusive Channel provides an opportunity for candidates who have excellent academic qualifications but did not receive offers for their preferred programs through UPU applications to pursue their chosen field of study. Direct admission through Inclusive Channel is opened for the admission to Foundation in Science and 81 Bachelor programmes offered by UPM. Click the link below for programmes' information and the application portal for the direct admission through Inclusive Channel to Universiti Putra Malaysia. Programmes offered through the Inclusive Channel are implemented on a full-fee basis without subsidies.
Contact Us
DIVISION OF ADMISSION AND DIVISION OF ACADEMIC GOVERNANCE
Tingkat 1, Bangunan Canselori Putra
Universiti Putra Malaysia
43400 UPM Serdang
Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: +603-9769 6060
Fax: +603-8942 6469
Email: akd@upm.edu.my
Malaysian
1. Main Channel (Through the UPUOnline System)
Applications for admission to UPM's undergraduate programs, including Diploma and Foundation in Science programs, are made through the UPUOnline system managed by the IPTA Student Admission Division (BKPA) under the Ministry of Higher Education. Here is general information about the Diploma and Foundation in Science programs offered at UPM, including the program list, general requirements, and tuition fees.
2. Alternative Channel (Applying Directly to UPM)
Alternative channels provide an opportunity for candidates who have excellent academic qualifications but did not receive offers for their preferred programs through UPU applications to pursue their chosen field of study. Admissions through alternative channels are open for the Foundation in Science program at UPM. Click the link below for program information and the application portal for admission through alternative channels to the Foundation in Science program at Universiti Putra Malaysia. Programs offered through the alternative channels are implemented on a full-fee basis without subsidies.
3. Distance Learning
UPM also offers Distance Learning programs to enable working students and those facing difficulties in attending campus-based classes, similar to full-time students. At present, UPM offers 7 bachelor's programs under the Distance Learning mode, which are:
- Bachelor of Agricultural Science;
- Bachelor of Science (Human Resource Development) (BSHRD);
- Bachelor of Science (Human Development) (BSPM);
- Bachelor of Communication (BCOMM);
- Bachelor of Arts in Malay Language and Linguistics (BABM);
- Bachelor of Arts in English Language (BABE); and
- Bachelor of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language (BPTESL)
This program places a strong emphasis on self-guided learning, providing a flexible approach that accommodates working individuals looking to advance their education. Consequently, various supportive learning methods are in place, including the provision of downloadable learning modules on the PutraODL portal for students to use as valuable reference materials.
Students enrolled in this program will attend lectures at learning centers using Interactive Live Streaming (ILS), which involves two-way communication between UPM lecturers and students. These interactive sessions take place every week, typically from Friday to Sunday, based on the schedule arranged for each course. Additionally, recordings are made to facilitate students in reviewing the courses they've taken.
New student intake for this Bachelor's Distance Learning program occurs twice a year, in June for the first semester and in December for the second semester. Applications are open year-round and can be submitted online. For applications and further information regarding tuition fees, eligibility requirements, and the study curriculum, please click on the link below.
International
Contact Us
DIVISION OF ADMISSION AND DIVISION OF ACADEMIC GOVERNANCE
Tingkat 1, Bangunan Canselori Putra
Universiti Putra Malaysia
43400 UPM Serdang
Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: +603-9769 6060
Fax: +603-8942 6469
Email: akd@upm.edu.my
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) offers a wide range of postgraduate programmes through its faculties and institutes. Students can pursue Master’s or PhD degrees by research in more than 300 fields of study, as well as a diverse selection of Master’s programmes by coursework designed to meet various academic and professional interests.
Programmes Structure
Programmes by Research
- Master of Veterinary Science (M.V.Sc.)
- Master of Science (M.S.)
- Master of Arts (M.A)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Doctor of Engineering (DEng)
- Master (more than 78 programmes) with minimum of 40 credit hours
- Doctor of Public Health
- Master/PhD by Industry
- International Collaborative Programmes (ICP)- Joint PhD, Dual Master, Dual PhD, Double Master, Double PhD, Cotutelle Doctoral Degree
For more information on these postgraduate degrees you can visit the link below:
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SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES
Admission Unit
Universiti Putra Malaysia
43400 UPM Serdang
Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: +603-9769 4218 / 4223 / 4165 / 4169 / 4225
Email: pg_admission@upm.edu.my