Universiti Sains Malaysia, George Town

Name: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Address: Universiti Sains Malaysia, George Town, Malaysia

#103 among attractions in George Town

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Universiti Sains Malaysia is a public research university in Malaysia. Founded on 1 June 1969 as a statutory body with its own constitution, it is among the oldest institutes of higher learning in Northern Malaysia. It has three campuses: a main campus on the island of Penang, a health campus in Kelantan, and an engineering campus in Nibong Tebal. There is currently an overseas collaboration with KLE University, India offering the Doctor of Medicine undergraduate degree. USM plans to open a Global Campus in Kuala Lumpur Education City. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1 June 1969 (56 years ago)Coordinates: 5°21'20"N, 100°18'7"E

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Universiti Sains Malaysia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Penang Bridge, Sungai Dua, Batu Uban, Minden Heights.

1.1 miE
Landmark bridge with skyline views
Penang Bridge, Bayan Lepas
29 min walk • The Penang Bridge is a 13.5-kilometre dual carriageway toll bridge and controlled-access highway in the state of Penang, Malaysia. The bridge connects Perai on the mainland side of the state with Gelugor on the island, crossing the Penang Strait.
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Sungai Dua, George Town
8 min walk • Sungai Dua is a residential neighbourhood within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located 8.7 km south of the city centre, this neighbourhood borders Universiti Sains Malaysia to the north, Sungai Nibong to the east and Bukit Jambul to the west.
0.5 miSE
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Batu Uban, George Town
14 min walk • Batu Uban is a residential neighbourhood at the eastern coast of Penang Island in Malaysia, about 6.7 km south of the centre of George Town, Penang's capital city, and adjacent to the Gelugor suburb. Founded by ethnic Minangkabaus in the early 18th century, Batu Uban is regarded as the oldest Malay settlement on Penang Island.
0.7 miN
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Minden Heights, George Town
18 min walk • Minden Heights is a residential neighbourhood within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located 6.1 km south of the city centre, this upscale housing estate lies within the Gelugor suburb and neighbours Universiti Sains Malaysia to the south, as well as Taman Tun Sardon to the north.
1 miN
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Taman Tun Sardon, George Town
25 min walk • Taman Tun Sardon is a residential neighbourhood within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located 5.7 km south of the city centre, this working-class neighbourhood, which neighbours Minden Heights to the south and consists of low-cost five storey flats, was created in the 1980s and forms part of the Gelugor suburb.

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Which popular attractions are close to Universiti Sains Malaysia?

Nearby attractions include Sungai Dua, George Town (8 min walk), Batu Uban, George Town (14 min walk), Minden Heights, George Town (18 min walk).

How to get to Universiti Sains Malaysia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Universiti Sains Malaysia:

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Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal (23 min walk)

Universiti Sains Malaysia, George Town

Facts and practical information

George Town plan & book

Universiti Sains Malaysia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Penang Bridge, Bayan Lepas

Sungai Dua, George Town

Batu Uban, George Town

Minden Heights, George Town

Taman Tun Sardon, George Town

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Universiti Sains Malaysia?

How to get to Universiti Sains Malaysia by public transport?