Top 5 Private Universities in Malaysia for Engineering 2023

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What is Engineering?

Engineering deals with applying mathematical and scientific knowledge to the structure in order to develop the designed building. Engineering in itself contains a wide variety of disciplines. However, its discipline that is most related to the field of architecture would be civil engineering, as this deals specifically with the technical and structural aspects of construction.

Engineering is a field that focuses on problem-solving. This particular area of study has a wide reach of occupational jobs. From the buildings that we have in our cities, to the manufacture of our phones, an engineer has been involved in designing and assembling these pieces. Engineers are great thinkers and inventors. They are the ones behind the reason why our lives continue to grow into a more efficient system that keeps us safe.

Is Bachelor of Engineering a right degree for me?

The field of engineering is vast and expanding increasingly over the course of time. Many students initially decide that they want to study engineering however often change the course of the career midway. This is usually because of 2 factors: whether you know about the key qualities to become an engineer and whether your university was able to deliver up to your expectations.

The list of key qualities one must consider when deciding to step foot in the field of engineering is:

  • Problem solving

Problem-solving is one of the key skills in becoming an Engineer. As part of your daily responsibilities, you would need to assess situations, identify problems and find the most effective solution to solve it. You need to be capable of handling obstacles in your daily life. 

  • Communication & Team Working Skills

The ability to work alongside others is also a huge part of becoming an engineer. You should be able to communicate efficiently whilst working on projects together to ensure fully cooperation to succeed as a team and perform the best quality work (Especially when working with clients, to have the ability to convey technical information to those without any technical knowledge) 

  • Attention to Detail

Engineers need to have an attention to detail. Many times when working on projects – even small errors in drafting or calculation can lead to major loss in terms of physical damage and financial damage. To become a successful engineer, you need to able to demonstrate precision and accuracy in all of your work.

“Engineering is the closest thing to magic that exists in the world” Elon Musk

Overview of Engineering Majors

MajorsDefinition
Electrical & ElectronicElectrical Engineering contains research, design, development and management of complex orders for many different uses. Think about the electricity wires that connect your room to the power grid.
MechanicalAny design you can dream of can be brought to reality by a mechanical engineer. The use of mechanical power to operate machines and tools, and to develop things. Anything from a water heater to cars to computers to cell phones.
CivilCivil engineers design, develop, manage, operate and maintain the infrastructure that supports modern society. This includes buildings, bridges, tunnels, roads, dams, ports and harbours, railways, water supply and sewerage schemes, irrigation systems and more.
TelecommunicationTelecommunication engineer explores how information is transmitted from one point to another, whether that’s an image file, or massive high-resolution YouTube video flying across the Internet.
MechatronicThink about the Iron-man from the movie, Mechatronic engineer specialised in the development of autonomous systems such as self-operating robots, including vehicles, as well as a thorough knowledge of industrial automation. 
ChemicalChemical engineers design, develop and optimise the systems and equipment used in chemical, industrial and environmental processes, producing a range of materials, like fuels, fertilisers, foods, polymers and pharmaceuticals.
PetroleumPetroleum engineers use the knowledge of chemistry, geology and economics to the discovery, development and production of energy and material resources below the Earth’s surface.
BiomedicalBiomedical engineers use engineering analysis and techniques to problems in medicine and life sciences. They bridge the gap between clinical medicine and the increasingly complex world of medical technologies.
Renewable EnergyThis degree explores the most efficient ways to make use of renewable energy technologies, including solar thermal systems, photovoltaics, wind and biomass.
Photovoltaics & SolarPhotovoltaic engineering uses solar radiation to create energy. It studies the manufacture and use of solar cells, which capture and convert sunlight to electricity that can power virtually anything electrical. As a renewable and sustainable energy source, solar energy is unlimited and a vital industry for humanity’s future.
Minerals and Energy Resources EngineeringMinerals and Energy Resources Engineering studies the safe, economic and environmentally responsible recovery, processing, marketing and management of mineral resources. In simple terms, Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering is about the extraction of natural minerals from the earth and the processing of those minerals into more user-friendly forms with minimal environmental impact.
Aerospace EngineeringAerospace engineers focus on the science and practice of air and space travel; the design, development, testing and production of aerospace vehicles; the maintenance and operation of air-vehicle; and aerospace research.

Entry requirements for Engineering Programmes in Malaysia

Academic entry

  • A-Level: Minimum of CDD; or STPM: Minimum 3 Bs, Includes Math and Physics
  • Australian Matriculation: Minimum of ATAR 65
  • Foundation/ Diploma/ Matriculation: Min. CGPA 3.00
  • UEC: 4A 1B
  • SAM & AUSMAT: Atar 75
  • Canadian Pre-U (CPU):  75%

English language entry

  • 1119 (GCE-O): Minimum Grade B
  • IELTS: Minimum 4.0
  • MUET: Minimum Band 2
  • TOEFL iBT: 550

General Pathway of Becoming an Engineer in Malaysia

It is essential for you to know that in order to become an engineer in Malaysia, the university you choose has to provide you with an accredited degree. This is its way of assuring you that you are receiving a set level of competency and that the course is coming from a qualified source that matches the engineering industry’s standards.

In order to become registered as a “Graduate Engineer” in Malaysia, you have to acquire a qualification of engineering awarded by Malaysia (or other countries) that is recognized by the Board of Malaysia (BEM).

To inquire about further information regarding engineering accreditations, do contact us now!

Here are the top 5 universities in Malaysia for the field of Engineering:

1. Asia Pacific University

Asia Pacific University Degrees are accredited and recognized under the Washington Accord. APU aims to turn their students into global leaders and practitioners of their respective fields. APU has received a 5 Star SETARA rating and is known as one of the highest rated emerging universities. APU provides excellent resources and enables students to be equipped with industry-ready skills and a high-spirited attitude.

Programs

Duration

Full Indicative fees 2023

APU Foundation in Engineering

1 year

RM 25,200

APIIT – Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

2.5 years

RM 39,600

Diploma in Mechatronic Engineering

BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering

4 years

RM 102,000

BEng (Hons) Computer Engineering

BEng (Hons) Mechatronic Engineering

BEng (Hons) Petroleum Engineering

 

2. University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham is known for its faculty of engineering as one of the strongest faculties of the institute. They want to give their students the excellence, strength and boldness to battle in well-known global companies and organisations. At Nottingham, the faculty of engineering recognizes the importance of engineering solutions and more importantly the right skills that students must acquire to become those who can apply new knowledge to new products and new processes. Nottingham offers 4 departments under the faculty of Engineering:

Programs

Duration

Full Indicative fees 2023

Foundation in Engineering

1 year

RM 29,700

BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering

3 years

RM 151,200

BEng (Hons) Chemical & Environmental Engineering

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

BEng (Hons) Mechatronic Engineering

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

 

3. Taylors University

Taylors University has various accolades to its name as one of the top private universities in Malaysia. It is the first engineering school in Southeast Asia to adopt the CDIO initiative and register with the Grand Challenge Scholars Program (GSCP), allowing them to use these approaches in their teaching and build graduates that are able to meet the real-world demands. Taylors focuses on practical learning for all their students and pushes them towards project-based learning to explore their passion in their specialised field of engineering. Taylors has 3 major departments in the field of Engineering:

Programs

Duration

Indicative fees 2023

Foundation in Engineering

1 year

RM 39982

BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering

4 years

RM 166801

BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

 

4. Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt is a globally recognised university with campuses in Dubai, Malaysia and the UK. They are ranked 302nd worldwide (QS World University Rankings 2018/19) and 35th in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2019). When you join Heriot-Watt you become part of a global family. They have over 116,000 alumni worldwide. Heriot-Watt Malaysia offers 3 departments under the faculty of Engineering:

Programs

Duration

Indicative fees 2023

Foundation in Science

1 year

RM 26,340

BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering

3 years

RM 135,000

BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

BEng (Hons) Petroleum Engineering

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

 

5. UCSI University

UCSI University is one of Malaysia’s first private universities with more than 10, 000 students from 110 different countries. Some of the factors that make UCSI a great institute is their academic staff who are highly experienced and sought after. Through their experience they are able to give students a learning experience which heavily based on industrial application.UCSI offers student mobility for all its engineering courses to be completed in partner universities in Australia. UCSI offer many different levels of certification including foundation, diploma and degree in Engineering as well as many different majors such as:

Programs

Duration

Full Indicative fees 2023

Foundation in Science

1 year

RM 21,630

Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

2.5 years

RM 47,115

BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering

4 years

RM 93,390

BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering

RM 95,370

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

RM 89,230

BEng (Hons) Environmental Engineering

RM 97,210

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

RM 91,690

BEng (Hons) Mechatronic Engineering

RM 92,180

BEng (Hons) Petroleum Engineering

RM 97,800

Learn more about why Malaysia is the study destination for you: 10 reasons for studying in Malaysia

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