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

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Statics
Fluid Mechanics
Engineering Thermodynamics
Engineering Design and Modelling
Mechanics of Materials
Manufacturing Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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PTE Academic

41

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

143 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 52 other Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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PTE Academic

41

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

National Higher School Certificate (or an Advanced Level equivalent) with the grade 80% and above or
A Diploma from recognized Institutions with at least a CGPA of 3.00.
Applicant may be required to undergo an interview session for certain selection programme before being accepted by the respective faculty.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

132100 MYR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 132100 MYR per year during 48 months.
National

10100 MYR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10100 MYR per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Kuala Lumpur

2210 - 3815 MYR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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