About-Us
1922 2025

SITC - MPSI - IPSI - UPSI

Pillar of Education since 1922

Pioneer of Educational Excellence

Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), distinctively shaped by a timeless legacy of education, has grown from a historic teacher training college into Malaysia’s leading education university. Through its transformative journey across three eras—SITC, MPSI, and IPSI—before officially being upgraded to university status in 1997, UPSI now offers a wide range of world-class programmes across 10 faculties, supported by modern campuses and vibrant learning environments. With a strong foundation in tradition and an eye on innovation, UPSI continues to empower future educators, researchers, and creative leaders who shape the nation’s progress.

Our Philosophy

UPSI recognises the importance of Piety, Wisdom, Culture, Civilisation, Humanity, Society, and Nationalism in its pursuit of excellence.

It aims to mould well-balanced individuals physically, emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually to serve society, the nation, and the world.

Our Aims

UPSI is committed to integrity, knowledge-sharing, community service, patriotism, and the enrichment of knowledge, particularly through the Malay language.

It develops individuals who are charismatic, honourable, and patriotic, driving both national growth and global peace.

Vision

To be a prestigious university that provides exceptional leadership in education, leveraging extensive experience and a high level of competency to effectively meet global changes.

Mission

To generate and foster knowledge through teaching, research, publication, consultancy, and community service in order to realise the vision of the nation.

Motto

Pioneer of Educational Excellence

Shared Values

integrity

Integrity

  • Trustworthy
  • Transparent
  • Accountable
  • Fair
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Professional

  • Committed
  • Knowledgeable
  • Competent
  • Ethical
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Team Spirit

  • United
  • Focused
  • Respectful
  • Honour UPSI
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Client Oriented

  • Responsive
  • Proactive
  • Friendly
  • Quality Assurance
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Welfare Concerns

  • Compassionate
  • Appreciative
  • Conductive Environment
  • Advanced Opportunities
creative_innovative

Creative & Innovative

  • Competitive
  • Value Added
  • Continuous Enhancement
  • Inventive and Resourceful

Organization Chart

Source: Strategic Department | Effective from 1 June 2022

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UPSI

UPSI Profile 2025

 

Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) is Malaysia’s leading education focused public university, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across education, arts, sciences, sports, computing, creative industries, and social sciences. With a strong multidisciplinary approach, UPSI nurtures innovative and future-ready graduates. Discover more about UPSI’s faculties, programmes, and academic strengths by exploring the full UPSI profile.

UPSI Profile 2025

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