History
Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) is Malaysia's 17th public institution of higher learning. It was approved by the Malaysian Cabinet on May 2001. Originally known as Kolej Universiti Kejuruteraan Utara Malaysia (KUKUM), or Northern Malaysia University College of Engineering, it was renamed as Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) in February 2007.
Education
The approach of teaching and learning for Masters and Doctorate consist of various modes such as Research Mode, Mixed Mode and Coursework Mode. The approach adopted is more flexible and provide comfort for students to conduct research and coursework.
Research
- Institute of Engineering Mathematics (IMK)
- Institute of Sustainable Agrotechnology (INSAT)
- Institute of Nano Electronic Engineering (INEE)
Career
Percentage of marketability of UniMAP students is 71% which covers various sectors.
University Malaysia Perlis Key Statistics & Highlights
- #1001 Ranking
- 48 Scholarships
- 1,036 Academic Staff
- 11,084 Students
- 554 Students (int'l)
- 4,655 Students (female)
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University Malaysia Perlis Scholarships
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University Malaysia Perlis Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 4 reviews
- 5 Star 1 Review
- 4 Star 2 Reviews
- 3 Star 1 Review
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
LEARNING EXPERIENCE
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UniMAP Mantap
University Malaysia Perlis is focused on engineering Studies also provide Business and New Media Communication to experience practical lessons and theories with their proper types of equipment. The transportation provided was on time and easy for students to go in and out of the campus. The food provided was also nice. However, the lack that can be found there was the weak wifi connections that students need to only can use in the hall of their house. Secondly, the water issues cause a hard time for students. Thirdly, the lift problems that occurred took a long time to able to use as usual.
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Low quality Teaching and pressure
University Malaysia Perlis Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
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QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
Climbed 200 places compared to 2025
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3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1001 | 1201 | 1001 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 75 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1844 | 2065 | 2140 |
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World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1201 | - | 1501 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
Generally, all students affairs are managed by the Office of Student Affairs and Alumni (HEPA) UniMAP. The recruitment of students and student affairs are managed by the Academic Division, Registry Department and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Office (Academic Affairs and International.
Campus life
UniMAP is located in Perlis. The smallest state in Malaysia, Perlis lies at the northern part of the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is bordered by Thailand's Satun and Songkhla provinces to the north and the Malaysian state of Kedah to the south. This pleasant little state has a population of approximately 253,000 comprising mainly of Malays (the majority), Chinese and Indians.
Accreditation
Institutional Accreditation. Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi.