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Petronas Technology University

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world rank  2880

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Overview

Universiti Teknologi Petronas (Petronas Technology University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small town of Tronoh, Perak, Malaysia. Founded in 1997, Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi. UTP provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 29-year-old Malaysian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. UTP also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, and administrative services.

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Control

Petronas Technology University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Petronas Technology University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Petronas Technology University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Petronas Technology University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Petronas Technology University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UTP
Founded 1997
Motto Engineering Futures
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Location

Address Bandar Seri Iskandar
Tronoh
31750 Perak
Malaysia
Petronas Technology University's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Petronas Technology University Phone Number (5) 368 8000
Petronas Technology University Fax Number (5) 365 4088
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Website

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Petronas Technology University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Petronas Technology University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1997


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universiti Teknologi Petronas's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Petronas Technology University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Petronas Technology University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Petronas Technology University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Petronas Technology University's academic range and degree level offering.



Universiti Teknologi Petronas: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Petronas Technology University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Petronas Technology University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Petronas Technology University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Petronas Technology University.



Petronas Technology University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Petronas Technology University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Petronas Technology University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Petronas Technology University Admission Info


Petronas Technology University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Petronas Technology University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Petronas Technology University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Petronas Technology University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Petronas Technology University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Petronas Technology University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Universiti Teknologi Petronas has more than 800 international students.


Petronas Technology University's Admission Office Admission Office

Bandar Seri Iskandar
Tronoh 31750
(5) 368 8000


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Petronas Technology University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Petronas Technology University Size and Profile


Petronas Technology University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Petronas Technology University has a student enrollment ranging from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Petronas Technology University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Petronas Technology University's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Petronas Technology University's Control Type Control Type

Petronas Technology University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Petronas Technology University's Entity Type Entity Type

Petronas Technology University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Petronas Technology University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Petronas Technology University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Petronas Technology University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Petronas Technology University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Petronas Technology University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Petronas Technology University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Petronas Technology University Facilities


Petronas Technology University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Petronas Technology University's Library


Petronas Technology University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Petronas Technology University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Petronas Technology University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Petronas Technology University Services


Petronas Technology University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Petronas Technology University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Petronas Technology University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Petronas Technology University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Petronas Technology University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Petronas Technology University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universiti Teknologi Petronas consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Universiti Teknologi Petronas
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Geosciences and Petroleum Engineering
  • Faculty of Science and Information Technology

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Memberships and Affiliations

Petronas Technology University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universiti Teknologi Petronas's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Petronas Technology University public or private?

Petronas Technology University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Petronas Technology University profit or non-profit?

Petronas Technology University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Petronas Technology University in terms of enrollment?

Petronas Technology University has a student enrollment ranging from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Petronas Technology University in terms of academic staff?

Petronas Technology University's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Petronas Technology University a coeducational institution?

Petronas Technology University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Petronas Technology University use?

Petronas Technology University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Petronas Technology University affiliated with?

None.

Does Petronas Technology University admit international students?

Yes. Universiti Teknologi Petronas has more than 800 international students.

What is Petronas Technology University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Petronas Technology University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Petronas Technology University UTP?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Petronas Technology University UTP located?

Petronas Technology University is located in Tronoh, Perak, Malaysia. Address: Bandar Seri Iskandar.

Is Petronas Technology University UTP accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Petronas Technology University is accredited by Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (since 1997).

Does Petronas Technology University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Petronas Technology University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Petronas Technology University have a university library?

Yes

Does Petronas Technology University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Petronas Technology University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Petronas Technology University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Petronas Technology University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Petronas Technology University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Petronas Technology University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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