Study Engineering in Malaysia

Most engineering courses start with mathematics, physics and the basic principles of engineering, then move into the subjects of the chosen discipline. Civil engineering typically covers structures, materials and construction. Mechanical engineering covers mechanics, energy and the design of machines. Electrical and electronic engineering covers circuits, power and communication systems. Chemical engineering covers processes, materials and energy. Many courses include laboratory work and a final-year project, but each university sets its own syllabus.

Beyond the three largest disciplines there are chemical, mechatronic, manufacturing, automotive, aircraft, marine, computer, energy and biomedical engineering, among others, and the list below shows each one that has courses in our data. Mechatronic engineering combines mechanical, electronic and computing subjects. Engineering management courses, usually at master's level, add management subjects to an engineering background and are included here.

Engineering suits students who like mathematics and science and who want to use them to make or improve things that work. Courses are demanding and cumulative, with a heavy load of problem-solving and laboratory work, so it helps to enjoy that kind of work. If you are not yet sure which discipline to choose, read the descriptions of civil, mechanical and electrical and electronic engineering on this page and look at which course subjects attract you, since the first year often covers much of the same ground.

Study levels in Malaysia follow a ladder. A foundation course is a pre-university year for students whose school qualification does not give direct entry to a bachelor's degree. A diploma is shorter and more practical, and some universities let diploma graduates join a degree in a later year; each university decides how much credit it gives. A bachelor's degree is the main undergraduate qualification, a master's degree follows it, and a PhD is a research degree.

A foundation course prepares students for a bachelor's degree. A diploma is a shorter qualification, and whether it counts towards a degree depends on the university. A bachelor's degree is the standard first degree for professional engineering study. Master's and PhD courses build on a first degree in engineering or a closely related subject, and a PhD asks for a research proposal.

Pages for a single study level: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering in Malaysia

Engineering is a regulated profession in many countries. If you plan to work as a professional engineer, ask the university, and the engineering body of the country where you want to work, whether the course is recognised for registration. Also check the mathematics and science subjects the entry requirements ask for, because they are specific to engineering.

• Entry requirements. They differ between universities and courses. Compare the entry requirements on the course page with your own certificates.
• English language. Most courses state a minimum score in a test such as IELTS. The scores stored for these courses are in the summary above.
• Recognition. Each university states how its courses are approved or accredited. Zawqari does not confirm a university's status, so ask the university to confirm it in writing if it matters for your plans.
• Fees and intakes. Fees and intake months are set by the universities and can change. Each course page shows the source and date of every figure.

Listed alphabetically. The order is not a ranking.

• Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation6 courses
• City University Malaysia7 courses
• Lincoln University College15 courses
• MAHSA University9 courses
• Multimedia University14 courses
• SEGi University2 courses
• UCSI University15 courses
• Universiti Kuala Lumpur74 courses
• Universiti Tenaga Nasional15 courses
• University of Cyberjaya1 course

Each of these pages lists every course of one discipline, grouped by study level.

• Study Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia
• Study Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Malaysia
• Study Civil Engineering in Malaysia

• Study Civil Engineering in Malaysia

  Civil and structural engineering courses.

• Study Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia

  Mechanical engineering courses: machines, energy, materials and design.

• Study Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Malaysia

  Electrical, electronic, power and telecommunications engineering courses.

• Study Architecture in Malaysia

  Architecture and related built-environment courses.

• Study Computer Science in Malaysia

  Computer science courses: programming, algorithms, software and the theory behind computing.

Need to improve your English first? See English courses at language centres in Malaysia.