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​​Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) was established on 10 January 1997 and is a leading private university in Malaysia.
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Website: https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Home.aspx
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/school/universiti-teknologi-petronas The campus is built on a 400 hectare (1,000 acres) site strategically located at Bandar Seri Iskandar, Perak Darul Ridzuan, Malaysia. The university is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PETRONAS, the national oil and gas company of Malaysia. UTP offers a wide range of industry-relevant engineering, science and technology programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It aims to produce well-rounded graduates with excellent leadership qualities and communication abilities. The university conducts extensive research activities in collaboration with PETRONAS and other institutions and industries, locally and abroad, on six research focus and niche areas. They are self-sustainable building, transport infrastructure, health analytics, hydrocarbon recovery, contaminant management and autonomous system. UTP has produced more than 22,000 graduates. It currently has an enrolment of above 800 foundation students, more than 4,000 undergraduates and over 1,000 postgraduates from more than 50 countries around the world. The university has continuously achieved ​numerous national and international recognition in only 24 years of its establishment:


Quacquarelli Symonds (QS)

-Ranked 361st​ in the QS World University Rankings 2023

-Ranked 68th in the QS Asia University Rankings 2023

-Ranked 159th in the 2022 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

-UTP was ranked in 11 subjects (additional one subject than last year’s rankings):

i. Top 50 for Petroleum Engineering - ranked 22nd in the world and 1st in the nation
ii. Top 60 for Mineral Engineering – ​ranked 1st in the nation
iii. Top 150 for Chemical Engineering - ranked 3rd in the nation
iv. Top 200 for Civil ​Engineering - ranked 5​​th in the nation
v. Top 250 for Electrical and Electronics Engineering - ranked 6th in the nation
vi. Top 300 for Mechanical Engineering - ranked 6th in the nation
vii. Top 450 for Computer Science and Information Systems - ranked 6th in the nation
viii. Top 500 for Chemistry - ranked 6th in the nation
ix. Top 550 for Business and Management Studies – ranked 13th in the nation​
x. Top 600 for Physics - ranked 6th in the nation
xi. Top 400 for Materials Sciences – new entrant (ranked 6th in the nation)

-Ranked at the 61-70 band in the QS Top 50 under 50 2021

Times Higher Education (THE)

-Ranked 401-500 in the THE World University Rankings 2023

-Ranked 95th in the THE Asia University Rankings 2022

-Ranked 119th in the THE Young University Rankings 2022

-Ranked 60th in the THE Emerging Economies Rankings 2022


Malaysia Research Assessment Rating System (MyRA)

-Retained its six-star rating (the highest performance level) in MyRA for its research development and commercialisation programme. Rating System for Malaysian Higher Education (SETARA)

-Rated Six Star or outstanding status in SETARA 2018/2019.



*Last updated on 10 November 2022​

DAY 1 IS IN THE BOOKS! The booths are buzzing, connections are being made, and TEC26 is bringing talent, industry and op...
23/09/2026

DAY 1 IS IN THE BOOKS!

The booths are buzzing, connections are being made, and TEC26 is bringing talent, industry and opportunity together at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS.

With 70+ organisations on ground, there’s plenty to discover — from career and internship opportunities to industry insights, further studies, innovations and professional connections.

But we’re not done yet. 👀

🔥 TOMORROW IS THE FINAL DAY OF TEC26!

If you haven’t made it today, this is your chance to come by, explore the booths, meet industry professionals and discover your next opportunity.

📅 24 September 2026 — LAST DAY!
⏰ 9.00 AM – 5.00 PM
📍 Chancellor Complex, UTP

Don’t let the last day pass you by. See you tomorrow at TEC26! 👋

𝗕𝗘 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦!Do you have the confidence, personality and presence to represent UTP?UTP is looking for enthusias...
22/09/2026

𝗕𝗘 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦!

Do you have the confidence, personality and presence to represent UTP?
UTP is looking for enthusiastic, confident and authentic individuals to be featured in upcoming photoshoo tfor UTP collaterals (eg: brochure, videos).

We’re looking for people with different personalities, nationalities, styles and backgrounds who can naturally showcase the spirit, identity and vibrant community of UTP. What matters most is your confidence, authenticity and willingness to shine.

Who Can Apply?
• UTP students with a confident and positive personality
• Individuals who are comfortable in front of the camera
• Students from diverse backgrounds, styles and personalities
• Anyone who is interested in representing UTP in official promotional content

Please prepare:
• 1 full-body photo
• 1 close-up face photo
• Your basic details through the registration form

Register Your Interest
Scan the QR code or click the link below to submit your details:
https://apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.cloud.microsoft%2Fr%2FdfFMDj1dUS&data=05%7C02%7Cnurfaseeha.sujangi%40utp.edu.my%7C3420340ded474df9c8de08df1790efba%7C84187be3037e41ec889ca150fe476432%7C0%7C0%7C639255583444509395%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GVaRNsdcJUXAwH0icrZEcQpiLTdWd5SFx4NerH05dsk%3D&reserved=0

Make sure to submit your form 𝗯𝘆 𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

For Enquiries, email: [email protected]

If you know anyone or have a friend who you think would be a great fit for UTP Faces, feel free to recommend them and encourage them to fill in the form!
Shortlisted individuals will be contacted by the UTP team.

International Al-Farghani Physics Olympiad (IAFPhO) Pre-Departure Camp 2026Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) successfu...
21/09/2026

International Al-Farghani Physics Olympiad (IAFPhO) Pre-Departure Camp 2026

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) successfully hosted the International Al-Farghani Physics Olympiad (IAFPhO) Pre-Departure Camp 2026 from 13–17 September 2026 at the UTP campus.

The five-day programme involved 24 participants, comprising 8 Malaysian representatives for the International Physics Olympiad programme, 13 students from Akademi Sains Pendang (ASP), and 3 students from Kolej PERMATA Insan. The camp was designed to provide intensive preparation and exposure to advanced physics concepts, experimental techniques, laboratory applications, and research facilities.

The programme was successfully conducted through a collaborative effort involving the Applied Physics Department, represented by AP Dr. Vijanth and Dr. Syed M. Hafiz, Information Resource Centre (IRC) represented by Puan Siti Nurbaya, Resource Planning & Performance (RPP) represented by Encik Imtias-Amir and Encik Zamil, Marketing & Admission Department & Ambassador of Marketing Youth (ARMy)

Throughout the camp, participants engaged in a range of hands-on laboratory activities, experimental sessions, technical demonstrations, scientific discussions, and practical applications of physics using specialised equipment. These activities provided participants with valuable opportunities to interact directly with UTP academics and technical personnel, while gaining greater understanding of how physics is applied in research, engineering, innovation, and advanced technology.

The programme also provided a valuable platform for UTP to showcase its academic expertise, specialised laboratories, research capabilities, and learning environment to high-achieving students. At the same time, the collaboration strengthened interdepartmental engagement and demonstrated UTP’s commitment to supporting students participating in international-level academic and science competitions.

Overall, the IAFPhO Pre-Departure Camp 2026 was successfully delivered and provided meaningful academic, practical, and institutional exposure to the participants, while further strengthening UTP’s role as a platform for physics education, scientific development, talent nurturing, and international academic engagement.

UTP OPENS ITS DOORS FOR TEC26 Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) invites you to step into a space where talent, industr...
18/09/2026

UTP OPENS ITS DOORS FOR TEC26

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) invites you to step into a space where talent, industry and opportunity come together.

The Technology, Education & Career (TEC) 2026 brings over 70 organisations to UTP for two days of industry engagement, career opportunities, professional connections and conversations that could open new possibilities.

📅 23 – 24 September 2026
⏰ 9.00 AM – 5.00 PM
📍 Chancellor Complex, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS

This could be the day you…

✅ Meet your future employer
✅ Find a job or internship worth applying for
✅ Hear something new from an industry leader
✅ Finally get that resume or LinkedIn fixed
✅ Practise an interview before the real one
✅ Get a proper professional headshot
✅ Discover further study or sponsorship options
✅ Think, “Maybe I could start something of my own”
✅ Find out what national career & talent agencies can offer you
✅ Check out your peers’ innovations at InnovEx
✅ And yes… there are lucky draws, photos, games & more

Open to students, graduates, professionals and the public.

Register in advance: https://uevent.utp.edu.my/technology-education-career-tec-2026/regvisitortec26

The Department of Computing, UTP , is proud to congratulate our students for securing 🥈 2nd Place at the International P...
17/09/2026

The Department of Computing, UTP , is proud to congratulate our students for securing 🥈 2nd Place at the International PBL Competition hosted by Politeknik Negeri Batam, Indonesia.

The competition featured 183 teams from 3 countries, competing across 13 categories and evaluated by a distinguished panel of 15 judges. Prize money of 1.5million IDR awarded.

Representing UTP and Malaysia, the team showcased Path OS: Career Path Navigator, an innovative solution powered by Agentic AI.

This achievement demonstrates the creativity, resilience, and innovative spirit of our students, as well as the strong mentorship and support that guided them throughout their journey.

👏 Congratulations to the entire team Siti Zafirah Zailan, Nur Farah Aleya Mohamad Noor’Azlan, Ilhan Zikri, Anuar Afiq Arfahairy and their supervisor, Dr. Ganesh Kumar, on this outstanding accomplishment and for making UTP and Malaysia proud!

🇲🇾 Selamat Hari Malaysia!Dari segenap warga Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, kami ucapkan Selamat Hari Malaysia kepada sel...
16/09/2026

🇲🇾 Selamat Hari Malaysia!

Dari segenap warga Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, kami ucapkan Selamat Hari Malaysia kepada seluruh rakyat Malaysia!

Semoga kita terus berinovasi, berilmu dan bersama-sama membina masa depan yang lebih cerah untuk Malaysia yang kita cintai. ❤️🤍💙💛

14/09/2026

🎥 ESTCON 2026 Insights

As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, how can we prepare the next generation to build intelligent and resilient human habitats?

In this exclusive interview, Prof. Dr. Mark Somerville, President and Co-Founder of Greenway Institute, shares a powerful perspective on the future of engineering education.

As a panellist for Congress Forum 3: Intelligent and Resilient Human Habitats: Where AI, Sustainability, and Human Well-Being Converge, he highlights why preparing future generations for a rapidly changing world requires cultivating curiosity, resilience, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Powering the future of energy through AI and innovation.Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) and FPT Corporation have est...
14/09/2026

Powering the future of energy through AI and innovation.

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) and FPT Corporation have established the UTP-FPT Energy AI Corporate Lab, a strategic industry-academia platform dedicated to accelerating energy transition, advancing sustainable innovation, and developing future-ready talent. The collaboration will drive AI-enabled solutions across the energy value chain, supporting operational excellence, decarbonisation, and digital transformation.

Together, we are shaping a smarter, more sustainable energy future for Malaysia and the ASEAN region.

14/09/2026

🎥 ESTCON 2026 Insights

What makes ESTCON more than just a conference?

In this exclusive interview, Puan Noriani @ Yati Mohamad, Senior Vice President Business and Chief Operating Officer of Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP), shares her perspective on how ESTCON serves as a strategic platform for growth, collaboration, and long-term partnership building.

At its core, ESTCON embodies UTP's commitment to connecting ideas with industry needs, creating value for partners, and fostering collaborations that drive innovation and impact.

Watch the full interview to discover how ESTCON continues to strengthen UTP's role as a trusted partner in advancing industry, research, and innovation.

14/09/2026

🎥 ESTCON 2026 Insights

How can universities transform sustainability from a concept into a way of life?

In this exclusive interview, Prof. Ts. Dr. Jafreezal Jaafar, Chair of the International Conference on Sustainable Living, shares how higher education institutions can play a vital role in embedding sustainability into society. Through education, universities can equip students with the awareness and values needed to champion sustainable practices throughout their lives. At the same time, research and innovation can generate new technologies and solutions that benefit the environment, strengthen economic resilience, and enhance quality of life.

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Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Bandar Seri Iskandar, Kampong Bota Road
Kampong Bota Road
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Monday 09:00 - 13:00
14:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 13:00
14:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 13:00
14:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 13:00
14:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 12:30
14:30 - 17:00

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