School Introduction - UM
The University of Malaya is Malaysia's leading research-oriented university and the oldest institution of higher education in the country. It is particularly renowned for its liberal arts and medicine disciplines, and enjoys a world-class reputation in many academic fields. As the largest and most renowned university in Malaysia, the University of Malaya is an important academic member of the Pacific Rim University Alliance. In the 2026 QS World University Rankings, the University of Malaya ranks 58th globally. The University of Malaya has 27249 students, including 14584 undergraduate students and 13720 graduate students. 2046 educators (lecturers) and 3594 non educators (other staff), including 198 teachers from other countries, make it the largest university in Malaysia. Its motto is' Knowledge is the foundation of success'.
