MASTER OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY


Programme Overview

Masters in Environmental Management Technology is a coursework program carefully designed to provide fresh graduates and working adults with a comprehensive degree which offers both depth and breadth in the course of study, to enable them to deepen their knowledge and understanding in Environmental Management Technology.


The course evolves and is continuously improved since its establishment in 1996 to ensure the relevance in the ever-changing industry by incorporating multidisciplinary areas of utmost importance for a sustainable development. It provides a platform for students to enhance their analytical skill, and to be exposed to diverse perspectives and sustainable approaches in addressing multifaceted environmental issues and challenges.


  • Full-Time Duration: 2 Semesters + 1 Special Semester, (Coursework)
  • Part-Time Duration: 4 Semesters + 1 Special Semester, (Coursework)

Programme Structure

Core Courses (18 Credits)
  1. Research Methodology in Environmental Management Technology
  2. Environmental System and Monitoring
  3. Pollution Prevention and Waste Treatment Technology
  4. Environmental Management and Planning
  5. Environmental Multimedia Technology

Elective Courses (12 Credits)
  1. Water, Air, Soil and Noise Pollution Control Technology
  2. Cleaner Technology and Sustainable Waste Management
  3. Environment Health and Safety
  4. Environmental Impact Assessment
  5. Biotechnology for Environmental Management
  6. Sustainable Agriculture Management
  7. Planning and Management of Sustainable Cities
  8. Biological Data Analysis with Computer Programming

Research Courses (12 Credits)
  1. Research Project

Career Prospects

Environmental Manager, Pollution Control Specialist, Environmental Consultant, Waste Management Specialist, Environmental System Analyst, Environmental Health and Safety Manager, Sustainability Coordinator, Environmental Impact Assessor, Urban Planner for Sustainable Cities, Environmental Monitoring Technician, Biotechnology Specialist for Environmental Management, Sustainable Agriculture Manager, Environmental Engineer, Research Scientist in Environmental Technology, Environmental Data Analyst.

Tuition Fee

Local

RM23,400 (Full-Time)

International

RM35,400 (Full-Time)

Intake

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

Entry Requirement

General Entry Requirements

For applicants with a CGPA of not less than 3.00:
  • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or

For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50 – 2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
  • Graduate from University Malaya; or
  • Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
  • Produce publications in related field; or
  • Receive a scholarship; or
  • Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
  • Pass an interview by Faculty; or
  • Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.

Specific Entry Requirements
  • General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possessed a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Environmental Management.
  • Equivalent Qualification: N/A
  • Related Fields: In the fields of Science or any related field with relevant qualification
  • Special Requirements: N/A

English Requirements
  • Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
  • Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Score 250; or
  • Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable