Rankings:
- 57 2014 QS University Rankings: Asia
- 309 QS World University Rankings 2014
- 355 QS World University Rankings 2013
- 289 QS World University Rankings 2015
Campus setting | Urban |
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Living cost | USD 288 per month |
Student population | Large (More than 10,000) |
International students | 10% |
Institution type | Public |
About Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Campus information
USM has 3 campuses, with the main campus located in the tropical island of Penang. The other two campuses are the Engineering campus and Health campus.
USM also has 17 dedicated research centres for a wide range of specialisations which includes:
- Archaeology,
- Medicine & Dentistry,
- Molecular Medicine,
- Science & Technology,
- Islamic Development & Management Studies,
- Policy Research & International Studies.
In addition, USM provides services for its students such as:
- Soccer fields
- Olympic-sized swimming pool
- Astroturf hockey
- Synthetic running track
- Cultural evens
Getting to Penang is possible with different transportations:
- By Air
- By Road
- By Ferry
Accommodation
USM provides male and female hostels to accommodate students in a safe and comfortable environment. There are single and shared rooms available. Some blocks in hostels are equipped with facilities for handicapped students.
Facilities:
- Wifi
- TV room
- Pantry
- Washing machine
Rent varies from as low as RM 70 per month per student to RM 390.
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