National Defence University of Malaysia: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #5489 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1995 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #35 of 45 | In Malaysia |
| #8 of 9 | In Kuala Lumpur |
| #408 of 1,114 | For Military science |
| Top50% | For 22 other topics |
Quick Review
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Website
- upnm.edu.my
- Languages
- Malay
- Acceptance rate
- 80%*
* The National Defence University of Malaysia is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Research profile
National Defence University of Malaysia has published 4,618 scientific papers with 55,664 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Quantum and Particle physics, Computer Science, Materials Science, and Medicine.
National Defence University of Malaysia majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 | 2 |
| 2001 | 4 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 | 7 |
| 2003 | 0 | 11 |
| 2004 | 0 | 7 |
| 2005 | 4 | 8 |
| 2006 | 4 | 9 |
| 2007 | 2 | 14 |
| 2008 | 10 | 10 |
| 2009 | 20 | 18 |
| 2010 | 44 | 46 |
| 2011 | 90 | 96 |
| 2012 | 135 | 224 |
| 2013 | 146 | 432 |
| 2014 | 205 | 754 |
| 2015 | 199 | 1014 |
| 2016 | 271 | 1244 |
| 2017 | 294 | 1536 |
| 2018 | 368 | 2017 |
| 2019 | 279 | 2611 |
| 2020 | 333 | 3716 |
| 2021 | 556 | 6011 |
| 2022 | 507 | 8049 |
| 2023 | 485 | 9571 |
| 2024 | 457 | 10253 |
| 2025 | 241 | 9738 |
Tuition
The tuition table for National Defence University of Malaysia gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Duration | Tuition Cost (MYR) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Defence Management and Technology | 4 years | 56,000 |
| Bachelor of Defence Science and Technology | 4 years | 56,000 |
| Bachelor of Defence and Security Management | 4 years | 56,000 |
| Master of Defence Management and Technology | 2 years | 30,000 |
| Master of Defence Science and Technology | 2 years | 30,000 |
| Master of Defence and Security Management | 2 years | 30,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Defence Management and Technology | 3 years | 45,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Defence Science and Technology | 3 years | 45,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Defence and Security Management | 3 years | 45,000 |
All tuition costs are in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by National Defence University of Malaysia.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | No | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | No | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Bachelor's Degree | Civil Engineering, Communication Studies, Computer Science, Data Processing, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Marine Engineering, Marine Transport, Mechanical Engineering, Military Science, Operations Research, Social Sciences, Transport Management |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | Biology, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Education, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering Management, International Relations and Diplomacy, Management, Marine Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Technology |
| Doctor's Degree | Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Education, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, International Relations and Diplomacy, Management, Marine Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Sports, Statistics, Technology |
National Defence University of Malaysia faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Defence Studies and Management | Management, Military Science |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Defense and Science Technology | Military Science, Technology |
| Faculty : Engineering | Engineering |
| Faculty : Medicine and Defence Health | Medicine |
General information
| Alternative names | UPNM Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1995 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Higher Education; Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) |
| Motto | Kewajipan, Maruah, Integriti Duty, Honour, Integrity |
Location and contacts
| Address | Kem Sungai Besi Kuala Lumpur, 57000 Malaysia |
|---|---|
| City population | 9,000,000 |