Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), or the National University of Malaysia, is a prestigious research-led public university founded in 1970 to uphold the national language as a medium for high-level scholarship. Its primary campus is a sprawling, lush green valley of 1,096 hectares in Bangi, Selangor, renowned for its iconic "red-brick" architecture and historical landmarks like Dewan Canselor Tun Abdul Razak (DECTAR). Consistently ranked among the top 1% of universities globally and #126 in the QS World University Rankings 2026, UKM is famous for its excellence in Medicine, Law, and Islamic Studies. It operates a secondary medical campus in Cheras, home to the state-of-the-art Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM). As a "Guardian of the Nation," UKM balances traditional Malaysian values with global innovation, offering specialized research institutes like the Fuel Cell Institute and the Institute of Ethnic Studies (KITA). With a vibrant student life supported by 12 residential colleges and comprehensive sports facilities, UKM remains a top choice for scholars seeking a deep-rooted yet internationally recognized education.