Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS)

Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) was established on 24 November 1994. His Royal Highness the Yang DiPertuan Agong proclaimed the establishment of UMS under Section 6(1) of the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971. The ninth public university in Malaysia expanded rapidly since its inception. The physical development of the permanent campus on a 999 acre piece of land began in August 1995. The University’s occupation of the permanent campus started in 1999 and was completed in 2000. In that same year, a branch campus was established in Labuan Island placing two Schools concentrating on International Offshore Banking and e-Commerce. In addition, UMS has three centres of excellence to support teaching, learning and research in the university such as Tropical Biology and Conservation Research Institute, Borneo Marine Research Institute and Biotechnology Research Institute. The Centre for The Promotion of Knowledge and Language Learning was also established to support teaching, learning and research in the University. Today, UMS is proud of its 13 Schools that offer 64 degree programmes, with a total enrolment of more than 13,000 students.

Philosophy

An education that is based upon the principle of believing in God and in the development of students who are progressive, disciplined, integrated and balanced in their intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual outlook, and who will contribute towards the well being of the society and nation.

Mission

Universiti Malaysia Sabah strives to achieve academic excellence in various fields by gaining international recognition through teaching and learning, research and publication, social services and a balanced specialisation of knowledge and personal development of students resulting in high productivity and quality in the context of society and nation.

Vision

Universiti Malaysia Sabah strives to be an innovative university of global standing.

Motto

‘Strive To Excel’

Excellence in aspirations and pursuits will be the driving force and the main goal of Universiti Malaysia Sabah whereas gaining recognition at the international level will be the pinnacle of its achievement.