Institute of Graduate Studies, University of Malaya

The Institute of Graduate Studies (IGS) is the graduate centre for the University of Malaya. From its inception in 1979, IGS has aspired to achieve excellence in multidisciplinary research, graduate education and training in order to meet the growing demands and development of the society. Under the Dean’s Office, three are five sections namely, the Admissions Section, the Finance Section, the Exa

mination Section, the Students Affairs Section and the General Administration Section. These sections oversee the academic progress, finance and welfare of all graduate students. IGS coordinates all graduate studies in the University of Malaya. It draws on the strengths of other Faculties with diverse programmes and research facilities as well as on individual expertise available in the University. As an academic institute offering its own programmes (Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy), IGS encourages interdisciplinary study as a response to the multitude of problems faced by the modern world. The number of graduate students has increased significantly over the years. Currently, there are more than 11,000 postgraduate students in the university and about 3,600 international students from more than 80 countries. The Institute of Graduate Studies is proud of its tradition of excellence in research and scholarship. It is committed to efficient and effective student services, equal opportunity and the interactive learning and sharing of ideas.