The improvement in achievement in THE ranking

UKM has demonstrated excellence in its subjects with an improvement in its performance in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2025, announced on January 22, 2025.

The Law subject recorded the best position improvement, ranking 101-125 in the world and number 1 in Malaysia.

Additionally, among the subjects that ranked number 1 in Malaysia are Arts & Humanities, with all the evaluated disciplines also achieving first place, including Archaeology, Architecture and History, Philosophy, and Theology.

UKM continues to show remarkable progress by placing the Medicine & Health subject at number 2 in Malaysia, with two disciplines under it—Medicine & Dentistry ranked number 2 and Other Health subjects ranked number 3 in Malaysia.

Psychology is also a discipline that UKM is proud of, ranking third. Meanwhile, the Engineering subject, along with its 5 disciplines, also excelled, ranking third in Malaysia for 2025. Other disciplines that ranked third in Malaysia include Physics & Astronomy and Geography.

This recognition reflects the quality of academic expertise, the high commitment of university staff, and the excellence of the university as a result of the efforts of UKM’s community in carrying out their trust and responsibilities with distinction.

Congratulations UKM!