University of Malaysia, Kelantan

University of Malaysia, Kelantan – UMK in Pengkalan Chepa, Malaysia offers a comprehensive educational experience focusing on applied research and innovation within the rapidly developing Asian region. Strategically situated in Kota Karung Berkunci, this non-profit research university boasts a distinguished history since 2006. It is part of the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), signifying its commitment to public partnership across various sectors including agriculture, finance and business administration with high-level degree attainment in areas such as engineering, animal science, applied sciences, and humanities. UMK’s primary mission involves fostering entrepreneurship within the region and promoting economic growth. Located geographically near the historical city of Kota Bharu, Malaysia , it is one of the top 4907 universities in Malaysia by enrollment.

The university employs a diverse range of faculty members across numerous departments including Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science, Banking, Business Administration, Apparel and Fashion, Finance, Food Science, Forestry, Graphic Design, Health Sciences, Heritage Preservation, History, Hospitality Management, Psychology, Design, Engineering, Energy Engineering, Environmental Science, Education, and more. UMK has a reputation for its significant research output with 5,977 publications in peer-reviewed journals and 52,745 citations across its academic work. The institution is particularly known for its Ph.D programs which cover areas like Agricultural Business, Aquaculture, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Communication Studies, Cultural Studies, Development Studies, Earth Sciences, Education, Energy Engineering, Environmental Science, Apparel and Fashion, Finance, Food Science, Forestry, Graphic Design, Health Science, Heritage Preservation, History, Hospitality Management, Psychology, Design, Industrial Engineering, Management, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Language Studies, Cinema and Media, Natural Resources, Mechanical Engineering, Religion, Consumer Studies, Social Work, Tourism, Veterinary Science, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, General Studies, Physics, and Bachelor’s subjects including Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science, Banking, Business Administration, Apparel and Fashion, Finance, Food Science, Forestry, Graphic Design, Health Science, Heritage Preservation, History, Hospitality Management, Psychology, Design, Industrial Engineering, Management, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Language Studies, Cinema and Media, Natural Resources, Mechanical Engineering, Religion, Consumer Study and more.

The university emphasizes collaborative research projects with a global focus on sustainable development and economic prosperity. UMK’s location in Kelantan offers unique opportunities to engage with the surrounding community through practical training programs that connect scholarship and industry. Through its diverse academic offerings and strong graduate programs, UMK is actively contributing to Malaysia's educational landscape while strengthening regional collaboration. The university is committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment that nurtures innovation, creativity, and individual success.