Overview

Mechanical engineers develop, design, build, test, and inspect mechanical devices and systems, such as machines, tools, and engines. Mechanical engineers often work on the newest industrial pursuits, particularly in automation and robotics, alternative energies and nanotechnology.

Learning outcomes

The Mechanical Engineering Programme from University of Malaya offers new opportunities for occupational growth, such as designing production projects to harness developments, improvements of technology in healthcare, or designing more powerful computer chips for the ever-growing digital era.

The wide career spectrum opens up opportunities for different genders, different levels of ability, and different interests. The key is that the Mechanical Engineering Programme develops a skilled personnel with competent technical and analytical skills that could be of good use wherever needed.

Career opportunity

Mechanical engineers are sought by employers in almost all sectors of the engineering industry. These include:

Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineer
Automotive Engineer
Control and Instrumentation Engineer
Energy Production Engineer
Foundry Process Engineer
HVAC Engineer
Maintenance Engineer
Manufacturing/Logistics Engineer
Materials Design Engineer
Mechanical Systems Engineer

Robotics/AI Engineer

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Philosophy and Current Issues* / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi**

English Communication I

English Communication II

Engineering Mathematics 1

Engineering Mathematics 2

Statics

Fluid Mechanics 1

Engineering Materials 1

Engineering Design and Modelling

Engineering Thermodynamics 1

Mechanics of Materials 1

Dynamics

Machining and Manufacturing Processes

Basic Entrepreneurship Enculturation

Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations

Engineering Economics and Project Management

Mechatronics 1

Computer Programming

Fluid Mechanics 2

Mechanics of Materials 2

Product Design and Innovation

Design of Machine Elements

Engineering Thermodynamics 2

Numerical and Statistical Methods in Engineering

Mechatronics 2

University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Thinking Matters: Mind and Intellect

University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Intelligence: Heart, Body & Soul

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-14 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

46

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

143 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 61 other Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

46

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

National students:

STPM

Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B in Mathematics (T) and Physics

Matriculation / Foundation

Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00

Obtain at least a grade of B in Mathematics and Physics

International students:

GCE A-Level

Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in the following subjects: Mathematics & Physics

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any TWO (2) subjects.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

132100 MYR / year

≈ 132100 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10100 MYR / year

≈ 10100 MYR / year

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Learning outcomes

Career opportunity

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Funding

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