Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), founded in 1971, is well-known for its excellence in the field of Agricultural Studies. In its tenure of 39 years, the Institution has developed its expertise across several fields and now offers education in disciplines such as engineering, languages, communication, medical sciences and much more. Undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at UPM are offered in these disciplines through 17 faculties. Additionally, there are nine research institutes, which offer doctoral degrees as well.