In line with the university's vision to become a world-class technical university, UMP has set up the niche area of the university, which is Advanced Process Engineering and Automotive. The University Niche Area setting aims to empower UMP in international rankings and shape and determine the university's research direction and strategy so that it is more effective and has a high impact. ​

The UMP Research Niche Area has been set by the university based on the strength and capabilities of UMP. The UMP research niche area is used to map the research domains at UMP and acts as a pillar for UMP academics. It is also essential in connecting academic research that fosters innovation and collaboration and promotes commercialization. There are two research niche areas of UMP, Chemical Engineering and Mechanical, and Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering, which are further supported by seven UMP Focus Areas. These focus areas serve as the foundation of the university's R&D programs to provide high-quality research outputs in the designated niche areas. However, UMP Focus Areas have been expanded into four Additional Field Areas to support vital economic sectors in Pahang (Pahang State Socioeconomic Report, 2021, Department of Statistics Malaysia), which cover the fields of agriculture and food security, mining, petrochemicals, and construction.

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