School of International Tropical Forestry
The school of Tropical Forestry was established in 1996. It's primary function is to train professional foresters to manage the country's rich forest resourcers as well as to further developed the wood-based industries and eco-tourism sector of the country.
The School offers Bachelor of Forestry Science and Graduate studies on forestry related fields.
The School currently has four programs namely International Tropical Forestry, Nature Parks and Recreation, Forest Plantation and Agro-forestry and Wood Fiber Industries and Technology. Competent teaching staff specialized in various disciplines related to forestry, wood industries management, nature parks, recreation management, forestry plantations and agro forestry.
The School currently has four programs namely International Tropical Forestry, Nature Parks and Recreation, Forest Plantation and Agro-forestry and Wood Fiber Industries and Technology. Competent teaching staff specialized in various disciplines related to forestry, wood industries management, nature parks, recreation management, forestry plantations and agro forestry.
Tropical Biology and Conservation Research Institute
- To be a research and reference center in the field of tropical biology and conservation,
- To be a reference point for local biodiversity; to aid in management and environment impact assessments,
- To carry out studies on tropical rainforests and freshwater ecosystems as well as the conservation of these habitats and their inhabitants,
- To provide well-trained and skilled manpower in the fields of tropical biology and conservation through long and short-term research/training programmes and postgraduate supervision,
- To disseminate biodiversity knowledge by organizing conferences and workshops.
Tropical Biology and Conservation Research Institute (ITBC) was founded in 1996. With the coordinating assistance of the Institute, local and international scientists can better explore the diverse terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems of the tropics, especially Sabah.
The objectives of the Institute are as follows:
Biotechnology Research Institute
- To promote research and postgraduate training through a demand-driven education programme in the field of biotechnology;
- To undertake strategic biotechnology research in key areas relevant to the geographical location of Universiti Malaysia Sabah;
- To serve as a facility centre housing high-end analytical equipment;
- To serve as a biotechnology hub for Sabah and its surrounding regions;
- To develop corporate partnerships to help drive the nation's biotechnology industry;
- To create and encourage an entrepreneurial culture among UMS researchers in the commercialisation of biotechnology R&D outputs;
- To support and contribute to the nation and Sabah bio-industries.
The main functions of the Institute are:
Bachelor of Science Forestry with Honours (International Tropical Forestry)
Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS),Malaysia
Course Variations
Study mode Full Time
Duration 3 years
Tuition Fees Contact Provider
Starting Date To be Confirmed
Vanue University Malaysia Sabah
This program focuses mainly on sustainable forest management study.Stdent will learn how to manage the tropical forest in a sustainable way,courses that will be taught such as forest planning and management,forest ecology.forest economics,current issues in tropical foresty and policy on tropical foresty. It combines foundation courses in tropical forst ecology,silvicultre,protection,forest management and harversting technologies with international flavour to tropical foresty .The international dimension focuses on best practices,forest certifiation,community-based forestry and international convention / treaties related to the natural environment. In addition to attending lecture,student will undergo a seven weks industrial attachment and two weeks of practical,orientation in the forest to enchance their professional skills and copetence for their foresty career.
Qualification ; Bachelor DegreeAwarding ; Body University Malaysia Sabah Address ; University Malaysia Sabah Jalan UMS Kota Kinabalu Sabah 88400 +6088320000
Description:
This University was established on 24th November 1994. The ninth university in Malaysia expanded rapidly since the early days of its inception. The management office that started activities at the Ministry of Education, Kuala Lumpur later on shifted to Kota Kinabalu. Teaching and research commenced in 1995 in rented buildings. The physical development of permanent campus on a 999 acre piece of land began in earnest in August 1995. The University's occupation of the permanent campus started in 1999 and completed in 2000.
In the meantime, the government also granted approval to UMS to set up a branch campus in the Federal Territory of Labuan. Years that followed the acquisition of building facilities for teaching, learning and research have witnessed the emergence of an increasing number of schools, centres and units. Since its birth, the development of UMS is progressing at a tremendous pace, and the university is fully committed to achieving the highest standards of quality in both academic and non-academic activities. This means pursuing continuous improvement and being satisfied with nothing less than the best practice.
Universiti Malaysia Sabah strives to achieve academic excellence in various fields by gaining international of the society and recognition through learning and teaching, research and publications, social services and a balanced specialization of knowledge and personality development of students resulting in high productivity and quality in context of the society and the nation.
In the meantime, the government also granted approval to UMS to set up a branch campus in the Federal Territory of Labuan. Years that followed the acquisition of building facilities for teaching, learning and research have witnessed the emergence of an increasing number of schools, centres and units. Since its birth, the development of UMS is progressing at a tremendous pace, and the university is fully committed to achieving the highest standards of quality in both academic and non-academic activities. This means pursuing continuous improvement and being satisfied with nothing less than the best practice.
Universiti Malaysia Sabah strives to achieve academic excellence in various fields by gaining international of the society and recognition through learning and teaching, research and publications, social services and a balanced specialization of knowledge and personality development of students resulting in high productivity and quality in context of the society and the nation.
Is accommodation available at this venue?
Yes
Accommodation detailsStudents are offered a very supportive atmosphere while studying at UMS. The halls of residence provide a clean, comfortable and affordable environment in which to pursue studies and extracurricular activities.
The accommodation consists of terraced houses and apartments. There are residential blocks called 'Kampung' AB, CD and E within the University campus. The rest are situated outside in three localities, all within easy driving distance. They are Kolej Kediaman Indah Permai and Kolej Kediaman Kingfisher. Each apartment/house is modestly furnished.
The accommodation consists of terraced houses and apartments. There are residential blocks called 'Kampung' AB, CD and E within the University campus. The rest are situated outside in three localities, all within easy driving distance. They are Kolej Kediaman Indah Permai and Kolej Kediaman Kingfisher. Each apartment/house is modestly furnished.
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