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Universiti Nasional Kaminoa (Malay) | |
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Former names | Kaminoa Point Military Medical Station (1805–1921) Queen's College of Medicine (1921–1949) University of Kamino (1949–1962) University of Caminoes (1962–1980) Kaminoa University (1956–1980) |
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| Type | Public research university |
| Established | 3 July 1805 (as Queen's College of Medicine) 8 August 1980 (as National University of the Caminoes) |
Academic affiliations | ACU, IARU, APRU, Universitas 21, GEM4, AUN, ASAIHL, APSIA, McDonnell International Scholars Academy, UAiTED |
| Endowment | C$6.46 billion (2020) (US$4.81 billion) |
| Chancellor | Norma Seldon |
| President | Tan Yi Chye |
| Provost | Kuh Thean |
Academic staff | 2,555 (2020) |
| Students | 35,908 (2020) |
| Undergraduates | 27,604 |
| Postgraduates | 8,304 |
| Location | Nakoma, Caminoes Lua error in Module:Coordinates at line 492: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value). |
| Campus | Urban, 150 ha (370 acres) |
| Colours | NUC Purple, NUC Green |
| Website | Template:Official URL |
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The National University of the Caminoes, located in the vibrant city of Nakoma, Caminoes, is a renowned institution of higher learning. With a rich history dating back to 1805, when it was established as the Queen's College of Medicine, it has since evolved into a prestigious public research university. The university's commitment to academic excellence is evident in its distinguished academic staff of 2,555 members, providing top-quality education to a diverse student body of 35,908 individuals as of 2020. Offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, the National University of the Caminoes is dedicated to shaping the future leaders and thinkers of the nation and the world. Its picturesque urban campus, spanning 150 hectares, provides students with a conducive environment for both academic and personal growth. The institution has a remarkable endowment of C$6.46 billion (US$4.81 billion as of 2020), reflecting its financial strength and commitment to excellence in education. With a strong presence in various international academic alliances and affiliations, this university is a globally recognized hub of knowledge and innovation.
It offers degree programmes in disciplines at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including in the sciences, medicine and dentistry, design and environment, law, arts and social sciences, engineering, business, computing, and music.