Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA)

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Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) is a leading public technical university in Pahang, Malaysia, specializing in engineering and technology. Founded in 2002 and known until 2023 as Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP), it offers a range of career-focused undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including high-level TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training). UMPSA is committed to integrating theory with practical experience through strong industry collaboration and applied research, notably featuring unique dual-degree programs with international partners like Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences in Germany. The university operates two main campuses in Pekan and Gambang, strategically positioned near Malaysia's East Coast Industrial Belt to provide students with maximum exposure to relevant industries. Foundation studies are offered at the UMPSA Campus in Pahang and the Offshore Campus @ The Ship in Batu Kawan, Penang, providing flexibility and accessibility to suit students' learning preferences. Upon completion, foundation graduates have the opportunity to further their studies in a Bachelor's Degree or a Dual Degree Programme (earning two certificates from two institutions) through UMPSA's collaboration with international universities. Ranked #741-750 in the QS World University Rankings Member of the Malaysia Technical University Network (MTUN) 5 Star World Class Technological University Education pathway: SPM / O-Level or IGCSE, then Foundation or Diploma, Bachelor's or Dual Degree, Master's (research, coursework or mixed mode) and PhD Getting there Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuantan Airport: 45 minutes Kuantan Airport to UMPSA Gambang: 20 minutes, to UMPSA Pekan: 40 minutes Bus from TBS Kuala Lumpur to UMPSA Gambang: 3 hours 30 minutes, to UMPSA Pekan: 4 hours UMPSA Gambang to UMPSA Pekan: 50 minutes Master's through APEL.A Candidates who do not meet the standard entry requirements for a Master's degree can apply through APEL.A (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning). Applicants must be 30 or older, have relevant work experience, and hold an HSC / A-Level, a diploma or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government of Malaysia. Apply on the MQA portal (https://www2.mqa.gov.my/apel_a/) and choose UMPSA as the APEL assessment centre. The assessment is an aptitude test (40%), a portfolio (40%) and an interview (20%), with at least 50% needed in each. Apply and contact Apply at open-intake.umpsa.edu.my. Email intake@umpsaadvanced.edu.my. Academic advisor: 09-549 7310 / 7311, or +60 12-400 4979 for international students.