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Study Engineering in Malaysia 🇲🇾

Malaysia offers 206 Engineering programs across 39 universities. Tuition ranges from $18k–$58k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

206 Programs
39 Universities
$18k–$58k/yr Tuition
100% STEM
6% Scholarships

Why Malaysia for Engineering?

Living Cost

$5,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (95) PhD (59) Master (46) Diploma (4) Certificate (2)

Top Universities for Engineering in Malaysia

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Seri Iskandar · National rank #1 · QS #251

PhD in Electrical & Electronics Engineering · PhD PhD in Chemical Engineering · PhD Master of Science in Chemical Engineering · Master Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Petroleum Engineering · PhD Petroleum Engineering · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering · PhD Master of Science (MSc) in Mechanical Engineering · Master Master of Science (MSc) in Petroleum Engineering · Master Chemical Engineering · Bachelor Master of Science (MSc) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering · Master Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil Engineering · PhD Master of Science (MSc) in Chemical Engineering · Master PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering · Master Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering · Master Master of Science in Electrical & Electronic Engineering · Master PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering · PhD Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering · PhD Electrical & Electronics Engineering · Bachelor Master of Science (MSc) in Civil Engineering · Master PhD in Mechanical Engineering · PhD Civil Engineering · Bachelor Master of Science in Electrical & Electronics Engineering · Master Master of Science in Civil Engineering · Master Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering · PhD PhD in Petroleum Engineering · PhD
Monash University Malaysia

Bandar Sunway · National rank #1 · QS #36

Master of Advanced Engineering (Mechatronics) · Master Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Civil Engineering · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics Engineering) · Bachelor Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours) · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Chemical Engineering) · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor
University of Malaya

Kuala Lumpur · National rank #1 · QS #58

Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) · Bachelor PhD in Biomedical Engineering · PhD PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD PhD in Electrical Engineering · PhD
Taylor's University

Subang Jaya · National rank #1 · QS #253

PhD in Engineering · PhD
Universiti Putra Malaysia

Serdang · National rank #2 · QS #134

PhD in Mechanical Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering) · Bachelor
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Kuala Lumpur · National rank #2 · QS #597

PhD in Technology · PhD
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

Kuala Lumpur · National rank #2 · QS #597

PhD in Technology · PhD
Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang · National rank #4 · QS #134

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor Master of Science in Chemical Engineering · Master PhD in Chemical Engineering · PhD
UCSI University

Kuala Lumpur · National rank #6 · QS #269

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Chemical Engineering · Bachelor
Universiti Teknologi MARA

Shah Alam · National rank #6 · QS #542

PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD Master of Science in Civil Engineering · Master Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Applied Chemistry · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Civil Engineering · Bachelor Master of Science in Applied Sciences (Chemistry) · Master PhD in Applied Sciences (Chemistry) · PhD
Multimedia University (Melaka Campus)

Melaka · National rank #7 · QS #851

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering · Diploma Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Mechanical · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Engineering (By Research) · PhD Foundation in Engineering · Certificate Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electronics majoring in Telecommunications · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electronics majoring in Robotics & Automation · Bachelor Master of Engineering Science (By Research) · Master
International Islamic University Malaysia

Gombak · National rank #7 · QS #613

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Computer Engineering) · Bachelor PhD in Engineering · PhD Master of Science (Manufacturing Engineering) · Master Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics Engineering) · Bachelor
Universiti Tenaga Nasional

Kajang · National rank #8 · QS #551

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy (Mechanical Engineering) · PhD Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy (Electrical Engineering) · PhD Bachelor of Chemical Engineering with Honours · Bachelor Master of Mechanical Engineering · Master Master of Electrical Engineering · Master Bachelor of Electrical Power Engineering with Honours · Bachelor
Universiti Malaysia Pahang

Pekan · National rank #9 · QS #609

Diploma in Civil Engineering · Diploma Master's and Doctoral programs in various fields of civil engineering · Master Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours · Bachelor Master's and PhD level in Chemical Engineering, Gas Technology and Biotechnology · Master
Universiti Malaysia Sabah

Kota Kinabalu · National rank #9 · QS #1001

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Civil Engineering · Bachelor PhD in Engineering · PhD
Curtin University Malaysia

Miri · National rank #11 · QS #183

Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours) · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil and Construction Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Environmental Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering · PhD Foundation in Engineering and Science · Certificate Bachelor of Engineering (Petroleum Engineering) (Honours) · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Petroleum Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours) · Bachelor Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Engineering · Master Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours) · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor
Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka

Melaka · National rank #16 · QS #1201

Master of Science (Electrical Engineering) · Master
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Batu Pahat · National rank #22 · QS #1001

Master of Electrical Engineering · Master Bachelor of Electrical Engineering with Honours · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy (Civil Engineering) · PhD Doctor of Philosophy (Mechanical Engineering) · PhD Master of Mechanical Engineering · Master Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours · Bachelor Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy (Electrical Engineering) · PhD Master of Civil Engineering · Master
Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur · National rank #22

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering · PhD PhD in Mechanical Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Maritime Technology · Bachelor Master of Science in Defence Technology · Master Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Civil Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor's Degree Programs in Engineering · Bachelor
Universiti Malaysia Perlis

Arau · National rank #23 · QS #1001

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Electrical Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Civil Engineering · Bachelor Master of Science (MSc) in Civil Engineering · Master Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Engineering · Master Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Chemical Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Electrical Systems Engineering · Bachelor Master of Science (MSc) in Electrical Engineering · Master PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Biomedical Electronic Engineering · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil Engineering · PhD PhD in Electrical Engineering · PhD

All Programs

PhD in Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

PhD STEM

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Multimedia University (Melaka Campus)

Diploma STEM Aid

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

Bachelor STEM

Master of Electrical Engineering

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Master STEM

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering with Honours

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (Civil Engineering)

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

PhD STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (Mechanical Engineering)

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

PhD STEM

Master of Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Master STEM

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons)

KDU University College

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Chemical)

Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Hons) in Chemical Engineering Technology

Universiti Kuala Lumpur

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours)

Curtin University Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

PhD STEM

Master of Science in Chemical Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Master STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering

DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)

Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Electrical Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Perlis

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Civil Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Perlis

Bachelor STEM

Master of Advanced Engineering (Mechatronics)

Monash University Malaysia

Master STEM

BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science (MSc) in Automotive Engineering

DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia

Master STEM

Master of Science in Engineering (by Research)

Manipal International University

Master STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Petroleum Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

PhD STEM

Petroleum Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering

TAR UMT

PhD STEM Aid

Master of Science (MSc) in Civil Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Perlis

Master STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Computer Engineering)

International Islamic University Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Nilai University

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (Mechanical Engineering)

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Al-Madinah International University

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Civil Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil and Construction Engineering

Curtin University Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Perlis

Master STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Environmental Engineering

Curtin University Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering

Curtin University Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering

Curtin University Malaysia

PhD STEM

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

PhD STEM

Master of Civil Engineering

Al-Madinah International University

Master STEM

Foundation in Engineering and Science

Curtin University Malaysia

Certificate STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Petroleum Engineering) (Honours)

Curtin University Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering

UCSI University

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering)

University of Malaya

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Biomedical Engineering

University of Malaya

PhD STEM

Master of Science (MSc) in Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Master STEM

Master of Science (MSc) in Petroleum Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Master STEM

Chemical Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science (MSc) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Master STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

PhD STEM

Master of Science (MSc) in Chemical Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Master STEM

PhD in Civil Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

PhD STEM

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Master STEM

Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Master STEM

Master of Science in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Master STEM

PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

PhD STEM

PhD in Civil Engineering

Universiti Teknologi MARA

PhD STEM

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Universiti Teknologi MARA

Master STEM

Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Applied Chemistry

Universiti Teknologi MARA

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Mechanical

Multimedia University (Melaka Campus)

Bachelor STEM Aid

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Engineering (By Research)

Multimedia University (Melaka Campus)

PhD STEM Aid

Foundation in Engineering

Multimedia University (Melaka Campus)

Certificate STEM Aid

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electronics majoring in Telecommunications

Multimedia University (Melaka Campus)

Bachelor STEM Aid

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Pahang

Diploma STEM

Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (Electrical Engineering)

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering with Honours

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

Bachelor STEM

Master's and Doctoral programs in various fields of civil engineering

Universiti Malaysia Pahang

Master STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Chemical Engineering

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Perlis

PhD STEM

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Putra Malaysia

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Chemical Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Perlis

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Electrical Systems Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Perlis

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science (MSc) in Electrical Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Perlis

Master STEM

PhD in Civil Engineering

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL)

PhD STEM

PhD in Civil Engineering

Universiti Malaysia Perlis

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons)

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL)

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering

INTI International University

PhD STEM

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Technology (Hons) in Chemical Engineering

Manipal International University

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering

Manipal International University

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Civil Engineering

Monash University Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Engineering and Eco-Innovation (by Research)

INTI International University

Master STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering

Monash University Malaysia

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronics Engineering)

Monash University Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering

Nilai University

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Electrical & Electronic Engineering with Honours

Nilai University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Aircraft Maintenance Technology

Nilai University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia

PhD STEM

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Maritime Technology

Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Technology

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

PhD STEM

Master of Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

Master STEM

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Hons)

University College of Technology Sarawak

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons)

University College of Technology Sarawak

Bachelor STEM

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Engineering in Malaysia?
Tuition for Engineering programs in Malaysia ranges from $18k–$58k/yr. 6% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $5k.
What are the English language requirements for Engineering in Malaysia?
English-taught Engineering programs in Malaysia typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Engineering programs are in Malaysia?
Abroadly lists 206 Engineering programs at 39 universities across Malaysia. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Engineering programs in Malaysia STEM-designated?
100% of Engineering programs in Malaysia carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Malaysia a good country for Engineering students?
Malaysia is a strong choice for Engineering with 39 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Malay/English, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Engineering in Malaysia?
In Malaysia, Engineering programs are offered at: PhD (59 programs), Diploma (4 programs), Bachelor (95 programs), Master (46 programs), Certificate (2 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.