.: RESEARCH UNIVERSITY STATUS FOR UTM :.

UTM was announced as a Research University by the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Mohd Najib Tun Razak in parliament when he presented the 10^th Malaysia Plan on June 10th, 2010.

This is a significant recognition by the government of UTM's contribution to the progress of the country based on innovation-led economy.

As far as I concern, till now, there are 5 research universities in Malaysia- UM,UPM,USM, UKM..and UTM is the latest one...

Let us together strengthen our capacity and enhance our effort towards making UTM more competitive and renowned while contributing to the enrichment of knowledge culture, innovative culture and first class mentality.