BACHELOR OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING


Programme Overview

Mechanical engineering is a very broad field; hence mechanical engineers can work in a variety of different industries as well as design a wide range of products. 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. The Mechanical Engineering Program 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 Program develops a skilled personnel with competent technical and analytical skills that could be of good use wherever needed.


Duration:  4 Years (8 semester and 1 special semester ), Full time (Coursework)

Programme Structure 

  1. Philosophy and Current Issues* / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi**
  2. English Communication I
  3. English Communication II
  4. Engineering Mathematics 1
  5. Engineering Mathematics 2
  6. Statics
  7. Fluid Mechanics 1
  8. Engineering Materials 1
  9. Engineering Design and Modelling
  10. Engineering Thermodynamics 1
  11. Mechanics of Materials 1
  12. Dynamics
  13. Machining and Manufacturing Processes
  1. Basic Entrepreneurship Enculturation
  2. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
  3. Engineering Economics and Project Management
  4. Mechatronics 1
  5. Computer Programming
  6. Fluid Mechanics 2
  7. Mechanics of Materials 2
  8. Product Design and Innovation
  9. Design of Machine Elements
  10. Engineering Thermodynamics 2
  11. Numerical and Statistical Methods in Engineering
  12. Mechatronics 2
  1. University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Thinking Matters: Mind and Intellect
  2. University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Intelligence: Heart, Body & Soul
  3. University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Technology/Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics: I-Techie
  4. University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Global Issues and Community Sustainability: Making the World a Better Place
  5. Co-Curriculum
  6. Law, Ethics and Sustainability for Engineers
  7. Integrated Design 1
  8. Instrumentation and Measurement Techniques
  9. Mechanical Vibrations
  10. Engineering Materials 2
  11. Integrated Design 2
  12. Control Engineering
  13. Heat Transfer
  14. Finite Element Analysis
  15. Industrial Training
  1. University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Thinking Matters: Mind and Intellect
  2. University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Intelligence: Heart, Body & Soul
  3. University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Technology/Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics: I-Techie
  4. University Elective Courses (Student Holistic Empowerment): Global Issues and Community Sustainability: Making the World a Better Place
  5. Materials Selection in Mechanical Design
  6. Production and Operations Management
  7. Final Year Project 1
  8. Final Year Project 2
  9. Department Elective Courses: Elective Course II
  10. Department Elective Courses: Elective Course III
  11. Department Elective Courses: Elective Course IV
  12. Department Elective Courses: Elective Course V
  13. Department Elective Courses: Elective Course VI

Note:

*Compulsory for Local Students

**Compulsory for International students


University Elective Courses

  1. Student Holistic Empowerment Course (SHE)

Department Elective Courses

  1. Tribology
  2. Machinery Vibration and Condition Monitoring
  3. Engineering Acoustics and Noise Control
  4. Internal Combustion Engine
  5. Heat Exchanger Equipments
  6. Pump Characteristics and Application
  7. Computational Fluid Dynamics
  8. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
  9. Human Factors Design
  10. Sustainable Design
  11. Rapid Manufacturing Technology
  12. Manufacturing Strategy
  13. Machine Learning
  14. Ceramic Engineering
  15. Constitutive Modeling of Materials
  16. Electronic Packaging
  17. Failure Analysis and Prevention
  18. Metals and Alloys Engineering
  19. Nanomaterials
  20. Polymer and Rubber Engineering
  21. Semiconductor Manufacturing Process and Technology
  22. Mold and Die Design
  23. Microfabrication and Devices
  24. Theory and Applications in Metal Forming
  25. Industrial Robotics
  26. Corrosion Engineering
  27. Power Plant Engineering
  28. Technopreneurship in Engineering

Career Prospects

Acoustics Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Corrosion Engineer, Design Engineer, Energy Systems Engineer, Failure Analysis Engineer, Finite Element Analyst, Heat Transfer Engineer, HVAC Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Internal Combustion Engine Specialist, Maintenance Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Materials Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer, Nanomaterials Engineer, Operations Manager, Power Plant Engineer, Product Design Engineer, Production Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Safety Engineer, Sustainable Design Engineer, Technopreneur, Vibration and Condition, Monitoring Specialist.

Tuition Fee

Local

RM110,100

(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)

International

RM132,100

Intake

Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025//2026

Entry Requirement

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
STAM
  • Not Offered
Diploma / Equivalent
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Possesses a Diploma in Engineering recognized by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the Senate of the University Malaya with a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtain at least a grade of B in Mathematics and Additional Mathematics
UM SATU Foundation
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtain at least a grade of B in Mathematics and Physics
GCE A-Level
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
  • Obtain at least a grade of B in Mathematics and Physics
International Baccalaureate (IB)
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
  • Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) or 6 (SL) in TWO (2) subject: Mathematics and Physics
AUSMAT
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
  • Obtain at least a grade of B in Mathematical Methods and Physics
STPM (Not the current year)
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtain at least a grade of B in Mathematics (T) and Physics
Matriculation / Foundation (not the current year)
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtain at least a grade of B in Mathematics and Physics
IPTS
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtain at least a grade of B in Mathematics and Physics
Senior High School Certificate
  • Pass with a minimum average of 65%
  • Obtain a minimum of 60% / grade B- in the following subjects: Mathematics & Physics
Matriculation/Foundation
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.80 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
  • Obtain a minimum of 60% / grade B- in the following subjects: Mathematics & (Physics/Engineering Physics)
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 36 points
  • Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any TWO (2) subjects.
AUSMAT
  • Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B in the following subjects: Mathematics & Physics

Additional Requirement

  • Candidates who apply for Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and Chemical Engineering must not be colour blind.
  • Candidates who apply must be physically fit, not suffering from any mental, mental health or physical illness and/or disabilities and able to follow the program of study designed for this course.

English Language Requirements

  • Obtain a minimum of Band 3.0 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 3.0 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
  • However, applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfill the MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
    • obtain at least Band 4.5 (Academic) in IELTS; or
    • Obtain a minimum score of 33 in TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)
  • MUET 4.0
  • IELTS (Academic) 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT (Centre-based) 46
  • TOEFL Essentials (Online) 8
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) 51
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency 160