Master of Philosophy in Engineering

Program Overview

Anchored on research (thesis and publications), this programme is designed for graduate students who are keen on finding solutions for pertinent problems. Delving into in-depth theoretical aspects of professional engineering disciplines – civil, electrical, electronics, mechanical and mechatronics

, among others – the programme offers an immersive experience. Graduate students start with issue analysis, plan their research projects and apply their findings or innovations to the industry or the commercial market.

To give candidates an advantage in conducting quality research, the programme includes a specifically-designed 3-credit hour Research Methodology coursework module. This equips students with the essential skills and know-how to gain an edge in competitive research, presentation, and the publication of their findings in national and international scientific journals. Graduate students are also encouraged to participate in national and international engineering conferences at least once during the course of their studies to expand their network and working relationships with supervisors, colleagues and peers at UCSI and in the wider research community.

This programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher

To produce graduates who are competent in developing and executing research that transform synthesized knowledge in the relevant field for the benefit of the community.

To produce graduates who are capable of executing independent research professionally and ethically, and having the ability to lead / supervise research projects in partnership with industry.

To produce graduates who contribute to the understanding of current issues and technological advancement in engineering, through the report of research findings to peers at levels suitable for national/international publications.

At the end of the programme, graduates should be able to:

Key Modules

1General Fields Offered:

2Electrical and Electronics Engineering

3Communication and Electronics Engineering

4Mechanical Engineering

5Mechatronics Engineering

6Civil Engineering

7Chemical Engineering

8Petroleum Engineering

9Semester 1

10Research Methodology

11Research (a)

12Semester 2 to 6

13Research (b) – Research (i)

14Notes:

Entry Requirements

i. A bachelor’s degree (MQF level 6) in Engineering or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the University Senate;

ii. A bachelor’s degree (MQF level 6) in Engineering or related fields or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment;

iii. A bachelor’s degree (MQF level 6) in Engineering or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the Engineering field and rigorous internal assessment.

iv. Candidates without a qualification in the Engineering fields or Engineering working

experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the University and meet the minimum CGPA based on (i) to (iii).

Academic Requirements

English Language Requirements

For Local Students

Must possess English competency as per Malaysian undergraduate requirement, whereby the medium of instruction is in English.

For International Students

Cambridge Linguaskill

Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests

Total and Section Score: 3, Total Score: 44+

Pearson Test of English

TOEFL ESSENTIALS (ONLINE)

Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS

Minimum score of 107

Master of Philosophy in Engineering

Program Overview

Key Modules

Entry Requirements

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